In this episode of Riders Unscripted, Natalie works through visualization exercises with one of her clients that is preparing for the American Eventing Championships in Kentucky. They discuss overcoming mental blocks in order to stay present and perform at her best. Natalie guides her through an exercise to help slow her mind down, listen to the horse’s feedback, and ride in the moment.

Meet Your Coach, Natalie Hummel

Natalie Hummel, the host of Riders Unscripted, 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.

About Riders Unscripted:

Riders Unscripted lets you listen in on real sports psychology sessions between host Natalie Hummel and equestrians tackling the mental challenges of riding. Each episode dives into real-life struggles riders face—challenges you might recognize in yourself—and explores strategies to move past them.

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