Riding Against The Odds

Rachel Fenske
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Talking about overcoming challenges from life, rodeo, and everything in between. As well as tying in tips for rodeo and barrel racing, daily life as a rodeo student athlete, and learning things together along the way! linktr.ee/Rfr_rodeo

  1. 3D AGO

    Lasix in the Horse World – Conditioning vs. Medication

    Lasix is one of the most controversial medications in the horse world, but are we talking enough about conditioning? In this episode, I break down: • What Lasix actually does • Why some horses bleed during exercise • The difference between managing a horse and masking a problem • Why conditioning matters more than people realize • The pipe analogy that completely changed how I understood Lasix and performance horses • Why some countries, including Brazil, have banned Lasix in competition due to concerns about its effects This isn’t about judgment. It’s about education, horsemanship, and learning to support horses the right way. Links & Resources: Follow me on Instagram and TikTok at Rfr_rodeo for behind-the-scenes content also visit our sponsors Tacktical and Ranch Dress’n using code Rfr_rodeo, Rocket Donkey and Bucked Up using code RachelF10, and Swingin9t using code RachelFenske14 If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your rodeo friends! Got a question or topic you'd love to hear about? Send me an email at rachelfenske1@gmail.com  See you next week! Keep those barrels tight and your dreams big!

    8 min

  2. APR 24

    What Losing Teaches You That Winning Never Will

    Winning feels good — but losing teaches lessons that success never could. In this episode, I talk about why setbacks build stronger riders, how failure develops resilience, and why losing might actually be the greatest gift in your rodeo career. Segments: Winning Feels Good, But It Doesn’t Always Teach The Resilience Factor Redefining Success Links & Resources: Follow me on Instagram and TikTok at Rfr_rodeo for behind-the-scenes content also visit our sponsors Tacktical and Ranch Dress’n using code Rfr_rodeo and Rocket Donkey using code RachelF10 If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your rodeo friends! Got a question or topic you'd love to hear about? Send me an email at rachelfenske1@gmail.com  See you next week! Keep those barrels tight and your dreams big!

    4 min

  3. APR 17

    Handling Pressure When Everyone Is Watching

    Pressure feels heavier when the stands are full, the cameras are out, or the people you care about are watching. In this episode, we’re talking about how to handle performance pressure, quiet the noise, and compete for yourself — not the crowd. Segments: Why Pressure Feels So Loud Bringing It Back to the Pattern Competing for the Right Reasons Links & Resources: Follow me on Instagram and TikTok at Rfr_rodeo for behind-the-scenes content also visit our sponsors Tacktical and Ranch Dress’n using code Rfr_rodeo and Rocket Donkey using code RachelF10 If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your rodeo friends! Got a question or topic you'd love to hear about? Send me an email at rachelfenske1@gmail.com  See you next week! Keep those barrels tight and your dreams big!

    4 min

  4. APR 10

    Trusting Your Horse When You Don’t Trust Yourself

    Sometimes the hardest part of competing isn’t trusting your horse, it’s trusting yourself. In this episode, I talk about what it feels like when self-doubt creeps in, how that affects your riding, and why learning to lean on your horse can actually help rebuild your own confidence. Segments: When Self-Doubt Creeps In Letting Your Horse Meet You Halfway  Rebuilding Trust in Yourself Links & Resources: Follow me on Instagram and TikTok at Rfr_rodeo for behind-the-scenes content also visit our sponsors Tacktical and Ranch Dress’n using code Rfr_rodeo and Rocket Donkey using code RachelF10 If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your rodeo friends! Got a question or topic you'd love to hear about? Send me an email at rachelfenske1@gmail.com  See you next week! Keep those barrels tight and your dreams big!

    5 min

  5. MAR 27

    When Comparison Steals Your Joy in Rodeo

    The Hidden Cost of Constant ComparisonHow measuring yourself against others slowly drains confidence and passion. • Shifting Focus Back to Your Own LaneWhy your progress, timing, and journey don’t need outside validation. • Protecting Your Joy While Chasing Big GoalsLearning how to stay grounded, grateful, and motivated without losing yourself. Links & Resources: Follow me on Instagram and TikTok at Rfr_rodeo for behind-the-scenes content also visit our sponsors Tacktical and Ranch Dress’n using code Rfr_rodeo and Rocket Donkey using code RachelF10 If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your rodeo friends! Got a question or topic you'd love to hear about? Send me an email at rachelfenske1@gmail.com  There will not be an episode next week as it is Holy week and Good Friday! See you in two weeks! Have a great Easter! Keep those barrels tight and your dreams big!

    7 min

  6. MAR 13

    Confidence Isn’t Loud – How Quiet Riders Win

    Redefining What Confidence Really Looks LikeBreaking the myth that confidence has to be loud, bold, or flashy to be effective. Letting Consistency Speak for YouWhy steady effort, preparation, and discipline often outperform noise and attention. Trusting Your Style in a Loud WorldLearning to succeed without changing who you are to fit the crowd. Links & Resources: Follow me on Instagram and TikTok at Rfr_rodeo for behind-the-scenes content also visit our sponsors Tacktical and Ranch Dress’n using code Rfr_rodeo and Rocket Donkey using code RachelF10 If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your rodeo friends! Got a question or topic you'd love to hear about? Send me an email at rachelfenske1@gmail.com  There will not be an episode next week while I’m gone on spring break! See you in two weeks! Keep those barrels tight and your dreams big!

    5 min

  7. MAR 6

    Riding Through Fear – After a Bad Run or Injury

    Facing Fear Without Letting It Define YouExploring how fear shows up after setbacks and why acknowledging it matters more than avoiding it. Rebuilding Trust in Yourself and Your HorseThe slow process of regaining confidence, communication, and belief after something goes wrong. Moving Forward Without Forgetting the LessonHow to grow from hard moments without letting them hold you back. Links & Resources: Follow me on Instagram and TikTok at Rfr_rodeo for behind-the-scenes content also visit our sponsors Tacktical and Ranch Dress’n using code Rfr_rodeo and Rocket Donkey using code RachelF10 If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your rodeo friends! Got a question or topic you'd love to hear about? Send me an email at rachelfenske1@gmail.com  See you next week! Keep those barrels tight and your dreams big!

    6 min

  8. FEB 27

    Drills or Rules

    Good training doesn’t just happen during a run or a drill, it starts the moment you step into the saddle and continues all the way until your horse is untacked. In this episode of Riding Against the Odds, I’m breaking down the small, often overlooked moments that shape your horse’s mindset and responsiveness. We’ll talk about what you should do immediately when you get on, how to teach your horse to stop using your seat instead of just your hands, and why the way you unsaddle matters more than most people realize. These habits build patience, safety, and communication, and over time, they create a calmer, more confident horse. If you want a horse that waits, listens, and trusts you, this episode is for you. Links & Resources: Follow me on Instagram and TikTok at Rfr_rodeo for behind-the-scenes content also visit our sponsors Tacktical and Ranch Dress’n using code Rfr_rodeo and Rocket Donkey using code RachelF10 If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your rodeo friends! Got a question or topic you'd love to hear about? Send me an email at rachelfenske1@gmail.com  See you next week! Keep those barrels tight and your dreams big!

    6 min
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Talking about overcoming challenges from life, rodeo, and everything in between. As well as tying in tips for rodeo and barrel racing, daily life as a rodeo student athlete, and learning things together along the way! linktr.ee/Rfr_rodeo

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  • Creator
    Rachel Fenske
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    51
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Rachel Fenske
  • Show Website
    Riding Against The Odds