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Trying to open and shut a gate on a green horse?

That might be one of the fastest ways to fry their mind.

In this episode, Ty Van Norman breaks down why gates can overwhelm a young horse

— and how rushing the process creates resistance, anxiety, and confusion.

Inside this episode:

• Why being in a hurry sets a green horse up to fail

• What’s really happening in your horse’s mind at the gate

• How to help them stay calm and responsive

• Practical mindset shifts that build confidence instead of tension

• Simple strategies to make gate work smoother and more controlled

If you want a horse that stays soft, willing, and thinking — even when things get tight — this episode is for you.

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In this episode, Ty Van Norman breaks down one of the most common problems in team roping —

a horse that gets nervous in the box.

Ty addresses the horse that is anticipating the run,

locking up their feet, or otherwise showing nervous behavior.

Ty explains:

• Why anticipation is the biggest issue in the box

• How green horses (and even seasoned ones) can get tight mentally

• What “stuck feet” really means — and why it matters

• The difference between lack of experience and lack of preparation

• A simple mindset shift that can change everything

Whether you're bringing along a young rope horse, hauling to jackpots, or riding your old rodeo horse, this episode gives you practical insight you can apply immediately.

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Do you want to level up your horsemanship and roping without overcomplicating things? The Ranch Horse Resource Podcast is built for real cowboys and cowgirls who want practical results they can use right away.

Hosted by Ty and Ronda Van Norman, this podcast shares hard-earned lessons from generations of ranching, riding, and roping — along with the realities learned through experience and a few hard knocks along the way. Rooted in Christian faith, they approach horsemanship with stewardship, integrity, and respect for what truly works—for the horse and in everyday life.

Whether you’re in the arena, out on the ranch, or just trying to get a little better with your horse, each episode is designed to be short, focused, and useful.

These conversations are meant to fit into real life — listen while feeding horses, driving to a roping, or fixing fence. No gimmicks. No overthinking. Just clear, honest horsemanship and roping tips that actually work.

You can expect:

• Practical horsemanship and roping insights without overcomplication

• Lessons passed down through generations of ranch experience

• Short, focused episodes that fit real ranch schedules

• Honest conversations shaped by real wins and hard knocks

• Tips you can use in the arena, on the ranch, or at home

• Christian perspectives

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