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In this episode, Rhiannan Iffland joins us to share her journey from trampolining and traditional diving to becoming one of the most dominant athletes in the Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series. She reflects on career-defining moments, including earning straight 10s in icy conditions and competing in Sydney in front of her family, while opening up about setbacks, pressure, injuries, and the mindset shifts that shaped her success. Rhiannan also shares insights into her preparation routines, visualization techniques, recovery, and her thoughts on the future of high diving and life beyond the sport.

• How does an athlete stay motivated after reaching the top of their sport multiple times.

• What does confidence look like in a sport where fear and risk are part of every performance.

• How can elite athletes manage pressure while competing in extreme environments.

• What role does mindset play when performance depends on committing fully without hesitation.

• How do athletes learn to trust themselves when the margin for error is so small.

• What happens when success becomes about consistency rather than proving yourself.

• How can setbacks and difficult moments strengthen long-term resilience and perspective.

• What does it take to maintain focus, discipline, and longevity in elite sport.

• How do athletes balance ambition with enjoying the journey and the lifestyle their sport provides.

• What can Rhiannan Iffland’s journey teach us about courage, confidence, and high performance under pressure.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:49 Standout Dives and Straight Tens

03:51 Origins of Competitive Drive

04:09 From Trampoline to Diving

07:35 Quitting and Cruise Ships

10:48 Police or Performer Path

15:21 Learning High Diving Skills

17:21 Abu Dhabi Disaster Lesson

20:36 Dad’s Advice and First Win

27:02 Pressure Expectations and Aging

36:09 Training Buildups for 20m

38:00 Fear Management and Visualization

43:08 Visualization Routines

47:33 Breath And Focus Cues

49:51 Tactile Calming Tricks

52:51 Handling Wind And Weather

55:44 Life After Diving

58:22 Olympics And Sport Growth

01:02:03 Advice To Younger Athletes

01:03:46 Naming The Movie

01:07:59 Bonus Stunt Stories

01:11:00 Rapid Fire Favorites

01:16:15 Final Thanks And Wrap

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