“Mindset of a Warrior”: Veteran Cowboy Shares Secret to Become a ‘Successful Bull Rider’

There is no such thing as a risk-free bull ride since the sport is fraught with dangers that make each ride unique and unforgettable. The cowboys know completely that they just have eight seconds to prove themselves to the judge and the bull. When a rider is bucked off by a bull, the bull has the option of leaving that individual alone or showing no compassion; hence, the sport has a dark side. The cowboys are constantly on guard since nobody wants to be seriously hurt or even killed while competing. Even though he has never won a PBR world championship, veteran cowboy Chase Outlaw has been a respected member of the community for over a decade and has overcome adversity and triumph in equal measure.

The Ride, a program about bull riding, is now available to view on Amazon Prime, and it depicts the inherent dangers of the sport. PBR’s official YouTube account has uploaded a clip from the program in which renowned American cowboy Chase Outlaw reveals an overlooked fact about the sport.

Ingredients that make a perfect bull riding star

Even though American cowboy Chase Outlaw isn’t a world champion, he’s still a fan favorite among younger fans. In addition to being crowned U.S. Touring Pro Division Champion, the cowboy also took home the titles of Velocity Tour Champion and Velocity Tour Finals Champion. It’s not only the world champions who become household names in bull riding; it’s the riders who can keep the audience interested for those whole eight seconds. Just as in bull riding, you only have eight seconds to ride or be thrown off.

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Outlaw is introduced in the video as the “uniquest of the unique” and is seen working out with an exercise ball. A few seconds into the video, the American cowboy discusses what it takes to be “a successful bull rider,” adding that one must have the “mindset of a warrior” to succeed in the sport. The clip also features an exciting bull ride by the cowboy; as soon as the metal chutes were removed, the bull charged toward the center of the arena in an attempt to buck off Outlaw.

The video is concluded, but anyone interested in learning more about the life of the seasoned cowboy may do so by watching the Amazon Prime series The Ride. Chase Outlaw finished 47th in the PBR this year and is hoping to finally break through in the league series.

Still up for competing

In the 2011 season, Chase Outlaw began his cowboy period and has since cemented his place as one of the sport’s most entertaining riders. At 30, the Hamburg, Arkansas-born cowboy can’t get enough of the rodeo.

The cowboy has a ride percentage of 46 and has racked up 40 rides for 90 points or more. He has 52 career victories but no world titles to his name. With almost $1.8 million in earnings from his PBR career, Outlaw is eager for more action on the bulls.

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