The Jim Hickey Podcast: The A-Z Of Success In The Ring
Episodes
Episode F - Fear of Going First in the Class (Take this Approach)
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
When we get selected to go first in the class there can be huge fear and uncertainty as we have no real reference point from watching others ride the ...
Episode E - Finding Your Inner Warrior Energy (Use This Approach)
09 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
When we compete we all need to find a balance between our feminine and masculine energy to find the zone of a focused warrior ready to fight yet feel ...
Episode D - Drowning in Doubt (Take These Steps)
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We all doubt ourselves at times and in this episode we look at techniques and strategies to deal with that sinking feeling.
Episode C - Feeling Out of Control? (Use This Technique)
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes we are stressed in flight or fight mode and we need feel terrible uncertainty. In this episode Jim explains his tools for dealing with this ...
Episode B - Is Your B...S... Story Crippling You? (Here's The Reset)
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We all have BS stories that hold us back! We get stuck in our heads and cant seem to get beyond it. In this Episode we talk about where these stories...
Episode A - Achieving Your Goals in 2026
11 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Season 2 of the Jim Hickey Podcast! A new episode will be out every 2 weeks for 26 episodes under A-Z. As we start the new year we look a...
Episode Z - Being in the Zone
29 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Getting in the Zone is the eternal challenge for every rider ! In this episode we look at how we can get present and into that flow state so that we s...
Episode Y - YES
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Saying YES and staying in a positive mental state as much as possible is critical to our success in the ring! In this episode we explore how to stay t...
Episode X - The X Factor
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We are all looking for the X factor in the ring! In this episode Jim explains how we can achieve that flow state by bringing the right energy and pre...
Episode W - Worldclass Standards
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When we bring a world class mindset and standards to what we do both inside and outside the ring then we can not only step up but enjoy the effort kno...
Episode V - Visualisation
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In order to achieve anything in life we need to start with visualising it as if it has already happened! In this episode we explore how visualisation ...
Episode U - Being Uncomfortable
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
PUSHING ourselves to grow and being outside our comfort zone is one of the best things we can do to progress and learn new habits. It's something that...
Episode T - Time
09 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Time and timing is essential to master in order to be successful whether it's being up in time in the morning, ontime for your event and timing in the...
Episode S - Safety & Security
02 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Overcoming a fall and feeling secure is essential to riding confidently in the ring. In this weeks episode we look at giving you the tools to overcom...
Episode R - Rest
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the equestrian world we look after our horses 7 days a week but it's important to give ourselves as well as our horses rest or paddock time in orde...
Episode Q - Quiet Time
18 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk about the importance of quiet time to find the answers, calm your energy and bring about success in the ring!
Episode P - Praise
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We are always very hard on ourselves and often fail to praise ourselves and the team around us! In this episode we discuss how praise can make a real ...
Episode O - It's ONLY your business what you think
04 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Every rider faces the challenge of being self conscious and worrying of what other people think especially when competing in the ring!
Episode N - Non Negotiable's
28 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this Episode we discuss making key decisions and subsequent actions non negotiable in order to bring you to a new level of success in the ring!
Episode M - Management
21 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We all have dreams of success in the ring and this episode is about how the practical management of your time and having areas of improvement each wee...
Episode L - Letting Go
14 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We all have negative stories that can hold us back in life and in particular in the ring! In this Episode we discuss how to let go of the past and mo...
Episode K - Knowledge
08 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this Episode the focus is on knowledge and how embracing improvement in a positive way rather than being hard on yourselves can transform our resul...
Episode J - The Journey
01 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We all need to enjoy the journey more as we compete each week! Jim explains how taking on this mindset and heartset can make us even more successful i...
Episode I - Inspiration
22 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This weeks episode is all about how we can step into our hero' sboots while we are riding and eventually become our own hero in the ring!
Jim Hickey Podcast - Episode H - Horsemanship
16 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Jim explains how connecting with your horse in a deeper level can bring you success in the ring!
Jim Hickey Podcast - Episode G - Gratitude
09 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We rarely think of being grateful when it relates to being successful! Jim explains how taking this attitude of gratitude we can build a far stronger...
Jim Hickey Podcast - Episode F - Fun
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We all remember that fun, joy and exhilarating feeling we had when we first started riding! However, as we learn the technical side we often end up in...
Jim Hickey Podcast - Episode E - Energy
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Without Energy we have nothing! In this episode Jim outlines the importance of managing your energy both outside the ring during the week and in part...
Jim Hickey Podcast - Episode D - Discipline
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We all need discipline but instead of focusing on the pain of discipline if we can switch it to visualising all the benefits it can transform our perf...
Jim Hickey Podcast - Episode C - Confidence
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This weeks Episode C is around having deep inner confidence so that your horse feels this strength and confidence and it transforms your performance i...
Jim Hickey Podcast - Episode B - Bravery
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode B is for Bravery! Understanding how we can be brave in moving forward in our lives and facing challenges head on, building our resilience not...
Jim Hickey Podcast - Episode A - Overcoming Anxiety In the Ring
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Every rider faces ANXIETY especially given the pressures of competition and continued drive to be perfect! Learn how Jim works with riders to become m...
Jim Hickey Podcast - Intro Episode - The A-Z of Success In The Ring
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Co-Host Conor McCarthy speaks to Jim Hickey about his life growing up in Co. Tipperary, Ireland and how his own ups and downs in Showjumping has inspi...