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"For six decades, Lynn Palm has been a mainstay of the horse training, showing, and clinicing industry. Her successes in diversity in training and the development of willingness and ability across disciplines are unparalleled. She has four Superhorse Titles-a prize awarded to a horse that demonstrates a broad skillset and proficiency in multiple sports. In these pages, Lynn shares the eight keys to her success in training and competing, and how you, too-whether you're eventing or ranch riding-can shape a horse with a good attitude, correct movement, healthy biomechanics, and top-notch conditioning. A ""Superhorse"" will take you farther for longer, and you'll enjoy every minute of it. Readers will learn how: - Not all knowledge is good knowledge, and which knowledge is best. - Groundwork in the form of in-hand, longeing, liberty work, long-lining, and trick training is integral to attaining training goals - To incorporate longevity training with progressive lessons that have the ""long game"" in mind - The rider's ability directly impacts the horse's - A competitive edge serves both the recreational rider and the one who shows - To overcome the inevitable challenges when training a horse and facing questions of persistence versus suitability - We need to do better for the horse in equestrian sport - ""Giving back"" to the industry provides a foundation for Superhorses for generations to come With a rich mix of stories curated from years of horse adventures, practical ideas you can put to work in your own arena, and exercises to incorporate in your daily practice, Finding Your Superhorse is the rare inspiring read that teaches. Throughout, Lynn's warmth of character and intense commitment to horses, horse people, and improving the industry that has given her a life and a livelihood shine through, guiding us all toward what's possible and the ""super"" in every horse."

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"""Lynn Palm is one of the most talented and accomplished horsewomen I've ever had the privilege of knowing. Finding Your Superhorse is not only a great read, but a tribute to her knowledge of how horses and people learn to work and respond to each other as one. I think it is fabulous."" --Laura Cotter, Former assistant to Trainer D. Wayne Lukas, General Manager of Mandysland Thoroughbred Farms, and Laura Cotter Consulting ""I would love to recommend Lynn Palm's book to anyone who is on a journey to build a solid relationship with their equine partner. Regardless of your chosen discipline, proper foundation work is key. There is no one I would trust more to help with building this foundation than Lynn. Her ability to transcend any discipline comes from years of competition in all areas with all breeds of horses. This type of experience gives a trainer a wide variety of tools and resources to draw from, which is what makes the difference between a good trainer and a great trainer. Lynn has never been satisfied with 'good enough.' She gives 150 percent to her methodology and has fine-tuned it to perfection. The equine industry is overloaded these days with trainers and gimmicks all claiming to be the 'next big thing.' However, it has been my experience that simple, quiet, basic principles will always be the answer to any horse training problem. Lynn's humble persona and effective training style is the breath of fresh air we all need in an otherwise chaotic industry."" --Martha Josey, World Champion Barrel Racer and Multi-Hall-of-Famer ""Any aspiring horsemen or horsewomen that read Lynn's book will benefit greatly. If you have the desire to succeed in today's horse industry, reading this book will be a roadmap to success. When Lynn entered the show scene it was a challenging, male-dominated industry. However, with her talent, dedication, and exceptional insight and understanding of the horse, she rose to train some of the greatest horses in the AQHA. ""Lynn's work ethic, coupled with her amazing feel for a horse, gave her a step up in the show pen. She brought a posture of seat and hands that are unparalleled. Because of her domination, riders have strived to replicate the elegant stature that comes from her dressage background. ""One of the most unique things about Lynn is her understanding of the proper function of the horse, whether ridden English or Western. Regardless of your discipline, following Lynn's '8 Keys' enables you to learn from one of the all-time greats. My life has been enriched from Lynn's friendship and knowledge over the years."" --Al Dunning, 53 World and Reserve World Champions in the NCHA, AQHA, NRHA, and NRCHA, and Multiple Major Award Recipient, Author, Clinician, and Judge ""My memories of working with Lynn Palm, and especially riding Rugged Lark, the horse Lynn trained for Carol Harris, are so special for me. Lynn and I agree on our horsemanship philosophy: see each horse as an individual and train to fit that horse while using the simple basics. I thoroughly enjoyed the projects we did together and remain grateful for the opportunity to know and work with her."" --Colleen McQuay, NRHA Hall of Fame inductee, Six-Time AQHA Congress Champion, Founding Board Member of the US Hunter Jumper Association ""Lynn Palm has done something extraordinary in Finding Your Superhorse. She wove together wisdom, stories to enjoy and help you understand, and can-do exercises through eight keys that help you develop your horse and go for your dreams. I love this book's clarity, practicality, and step-by-step sage advice."" --Barbra Schulte, Equestrian High-Performance Coach, National Cowgirl Hall of Fame Honoree, American Horse Publications Equine Vision Award Recipient ""Artfully organized to ensure a great reader experience from start to finish. Within its wealth of helpful advice you will find cheerful anecdotes from Palm's past, as well as easy to follow and action keys to unlock sincere improvement in your relationship with your horse.""--Catskill Horse Magazine"

"""Lynn Palm is one of the most talented and accomplished horsewomen I've ever had the privilege of knowing. Finding Your Superhorse is not only a great read, but a tribute to her knowledge of how horses and people learn to work and respond to each other as one. I think it is fabulous."" --Laura Cotter, Former assistant to Trainer D. Wayne Lukas, General Manager of Mandysland Thoroughbred Farms, and Laura Cotter Consulting ""I would love to recommend Lynn Palm's book to anyone who is on a journey to build a solid relationship with their equine partner. Regardless of your chosen discipline, proper foundation work is key. There is no one I would trust more to help with building this foundation than Lynn. Her ability to transcend any discipline comes from years of competition in all areas with all breeds of horses. This type of experience gives a trainer a wide variety of tools and resources to draw from, which is what makes the difference between a good trainer and a great trainer. Lynn has never been satisfied with 'good enough.' She gives 150 percent to her methodology and has fine-tuned it to perfection. The equine industry is overloaded these days with trainers and gimmicks all claiming to be the 'next big thing.' However, it has been my experience that simple, quiet, basic principles will always be the answer to any horse training problem. Lynn's humble persona and effective training style is the breath of fresh air we all need in an otherwise chaotic industry."" --Martha Josey, World Champion Barrel Racer and Multi-Hall-of-Famer ""Any aspiring horsemen or horsewomen that read Lynn's book will benefit greatly. If you have the desire to succeed in today's horse industry, reading this book will be a roadmap to success. When Lynn entered the show scene it was a challenging, male-dominated industry. However, with her talent, dedication, and exceptional insight and understanding of the horse, she rose to train some of the greatest horses in the AQHA. ""Lynn's work ethic, coupled with her amazing feel for a horse, gave her a step up in the show pen. She brought a posture of seat and hands that are unparalleled. Because of her domination, riders have strived to replicate the elegant stature that comes from her dressage background. ""One of the most unique things about Lynn is her understanding of the proper function of the horse, whether ridden English or Western. Regardless of your discipline, following Lynn's '8 Keys' enables you to learn from one of the all-time greats. My life has been enriched from Lynn's friendship and knowledge over the years."" --Al Dunning, 53 World and Reserve World Champions in the NCHA, AQHA, NRHA, and NRCHA, and Multiple Major Award Recipient, Author, Clinician, and Judge ""My memories of working with Lynn Palm, and especially riding Rugged Lark, the horse Lynn trained for Carol Harris, are so special for me. Lynn and I agree on our horsemanship philosophy: see each horse as an individual and train to fit that horse while using the simple basics. I thoroughly enjoyed the projects we did together and remain grateful for the opportunity to know and work with her."" --Colleen McQuay, NRHA Hall of Fame inductee, Six-Time AQHA Congress Champion, Founding Board Member of the US Hunter Jumper Association ""Lynn Palm has done something extraordinary in Finding Your Superhorse. She wove together wisdom, stories to enjoy and help you understand, and can-do exercises through eight keys that help you develop your horse and go for your dreams. I love this book's clarity, practicality, and step-by-step sage advice."" --Barbra Schulte, Equestrian High-Performance Coach, National Cowgirl Hall of Fame Honoree, American Horse Publications Equine Vision Award Recipient"

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For more than 50 years, Lynn Palm has championed the partnership of horse and rider. An international clinician and competitor, she travels extensively teaching the fundamentals of Palm Equestrian Academy throughout the country and abroad. Lynn is an American Quarter Horse Association judge and holds her USEF R Western Dressage Judge's License. She continues to compete in both the United States Dressage Federation and the Western Dressage Association of America. Palm's competition record is second to none, having earned four AQHA Superhorse titles, over 30 AQHA World and Reserve Championships, several AQHA European Championships, more than a dozen WDAA World Championships, 15 USDF All Breed Awards Champions, and most recently the Dressage and Western Dressage Championships at the AQHA World Show. Lynn and her husband, Cyril Pittion-Rossillon, lead annual European Journeys, and she presents Winning Ways with Western Dressage alongside Marie-Frances Davis. Lynn is also an author who frequently contributes articles to leading equine publications along with an active online community. Her extensive educational library of videos and books can be found online (lynnpalm.com). Rebecca M. Didier has worked for Trafalgar Square Books, the leading publisher of equestrian books and videos, for 21 years. She currently serves as both Managing Editor and Graphic Designer, and her role in the small company spans acquisitions, editorial, design, and marketing. She has worked with top riders, trainers, and equine experts from around the globe to bring their books to print. In addition, TSB publishes a specialized list of craft titles, and a limited number of canine and nature books. The book Naturally Curious: A Photographic Field Guide and Month-By-Month Journey Through the Fields, Woods, and Marshes of New England by naturalist Mary Holland and conceived of and edited by Rebecca, is a winner of the National Outdoor Book Award. Rebecca has designed more than 200 book covers for the non-fiction, biography, memoir, and fiction genres, as well as packaging for videos, including the Telly-Award-Winning series 7 Clinics with Buck Brannaman, from the director of the international hit feature film Buck. She is co-author of the book Dressage with Mind, Body & Soul with world-renowned animal behaviorist Linda Tellington-Jones. Marie-Frances Davis joined the Palm Equestrian Academy team in the fall of 1997 armed with a business degree from Salem-Teikyo University specializing in Equine Careers and Industry Management. In the years since, Marie-Frances has successfully mastered many facets of the business, from managing show horses and breeding stallions to competing in hunter classes, dressage, and Western dressage. She now focuses on maintaining daily operations of Palm Equestrian Academy and its events, including Winning Ways with Western Dressage, teaching tours, clinics, competitions, and European Journeys led by Cyril Pittion-Rossillon and Lynn Palm.

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