In this raw and inspiring episode, downhill mountain biking star Mikayla Parton opens up about her unexpected entry into the sport, growing up next to Fort William’s iconic track, and what it really takes to race at the elite level without team support. We dive into the mental side of competition—from using hypnotherapy and meditation to manage nerves, to learning how to handle setbacks like injury, bad results, or self-doubt. Mikayla shares candid insights on the reality of being a privateer athlete, the behind-the-scenes hustle no one sees on Instagram, and how she's learned to let go of what she can’t control. If you've ever wondered what true resilience looks like on and off the bike, this one’s for you.

I'm Einir Trimble, a qualified hypnotherapist specialising in mental resilience for athletes. I help sportspeople at all levels improve their confidence, focus, and performance—on and off the field. If you'd like to find out more or work with me 1:1, head to www.ethypnotherapy.com or find me on Instagram @einir_trimble_hypnotherapy.

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In this episode, I chat with Rhodd Hughes – personal trainer, physiotherapist, and entrepreneur – about the pressure to be 'perfect' when it comes to training, time management, and running a business. Rhodd shares her ‘something over nothing’ philosophy – a kinder, more realistic approach to health and life goals. We talk about self-sabotage, learning to say no, and why small steps can make a big difference. If you’ve ever felt like everything has to be 100% before you can even start, this is the episode for you.

Please note: This conversation is in Welsh.

I'm Einir Trimble, a qualified hypnotherapist specialising in mental resilience for athletes. I help sportspeople at all levels improve their confidence, focus, and performance—on and off the field. If you'd like to find out more or work with me 1:1, head to www.ethypnotherapy.com or find me on Instagram @einir_trimble_hypnotherapy.

If you enjoyed this episode, please give it a like, share it with someone who might benefit, and hit subscribe to get the next one straight to your feed.

Thanks for listening!

Yn yr bennod yma, dwi’n siarad gyda Rhodd Hughes – hyfforddwraig bersonol, ffisiotherapydd ac entrepreneur – am y pwysau i fod yn 'berffaith' wrth hyfforddi'r corff, rheoli amser, a rhedeg busnes. Mae Rhodd yn rhannu ei athroniaeth 'rhywbeth neu ddim' – dull mwy caredig a realistig o fynd at nodau iechyd a bywyd. Rydyn ni’n trafod hunan-sabotage, dysgu dweud “na,” a pham mae camau bach yn gallu gwneud gwahaniaeth mawr. Os wyt ti erioed wedi teimlo bod rhaid i bopeth fod yn 100% i ddechrau, mae’r sgwrs yma yn un i’w chlywed.

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