In this episode, Natalie talks to 5* event rider Hannah Sue Hollberg, who is preparing to compete at the Burghley Horse Trials. Natalie and Hannah want to give people an inside look into mentally preparing for a big event. They discuss practicing presence in a peak performance state so that she can recreate the feeling. Natalie guides her through an exercise to help her cope with any stress or worries she has about the upcoming competition so that she can be present and unattached to the results.

About Riders Unscripted

Riders Unscripted offers a rare, behind-the-scenes look at real sports psychology sessions with real riders. Join host Natalie Hummel as she works with equestrians to tackle the mental hurdles that come with riding. From performance anxiety to confidence struggles, every episode sheds light on real challenges riders face and shares practical tools to help you achieve your goals and ride to your potential.

Meet the Coach, Natalie Hummel 

Natalie Hummel is a former upper-level rider turned mindset coach with a focus on the nervous system and the mental side of performance. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Louisville and is certified by Wellcoaches and Mastery Coach. Natalie is also a coach on the Ride iQ app, where she leads a 10-part sports psychology program exploring fear, anxiety, and self-doubt, while guiding listeners through actionable exercises like the ones featured on the podcast.

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