Over The Oxer

When When Quiet Isn’t Calm: Understanding Hidden Emotions in You and Your Horse

28 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

There are certain phrases that stay with us, aren’t there? The ones we heard as children, sometimes said in jest, sometimes in frustration, that qui...

Is it a problem, but only part-time?

21 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever felt like two different people at once? One part of you desperately wants to do X (gallop, jump or compete), while the other part is scr...

What's your rider mindset age?

14 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever felt like you’ve lost your "nerve," or that you can't ride like your younger self any more?   In this episode, we tackle the "invisib...

Understanding Horse Behaviour and Rider Mindset with Nadia Hernandez: Build Confidence and Partnership

07 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 187 of Over The Oxer sees Tracey Cole in conversation with equine behaviour expert Nadia Hernandez, exploring the powerful link between horse ...

Chatting with Alex Fleming: Training Your Brain for Confidence

31 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Over The Oxer, I’m joined by the wonderful Alex Fleming, someone I’ve known and admired for several years now. Alex helps horse rider...

Squeeze the Day: A brain hack for learning dressage tests and jumping courses

24 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever entered the arena and suddenly forgotten your "C" from your "E"? Or couldn't remember whether your next jump was the red oxer or the yel...

With Louise Einchcomb | Rider Mindset, Self-Compassion & Equestrian Culture

17 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'm speaking with Louise Einchcomb, equestrian mindset coach and founder of Rider Mentality. Louise combines psychology, applied coac...

The Hidden Triggers Behind Riding Confidence (And How to Reset Them)

10 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Over the Oxer, I'm talking about something you’re already using -  whether you realise it or not. Anchors. In NLP (Neuro-Linguis...

Competition Time! Win a Tuck 'N' Treat

05 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

To win one of the Tuck 'N' Treats from Heica Feeders, answer this question:   What are the Tuck 'N' Treats made out of?   www.en.heicahorse.com Send...

The Finnish Secret to Happy Horses: with Sonja & Katja from Heica Hay Feeders

03 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Over the Oxer, we travel (virtually!) to Finland to speak with Sonja and Katja, the founders of Heica Hay Feeders. Finland is at th...

Push Harder or Heal Deeper?

24 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

When things go wrong in the saddle, do you push harder… or shut down? This week I compare the powerful (and very different) thinking of Alfred Adler...

Chatting with Havening Techniques® Practitioner, Sue Hill

17 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Sue Hill is a Havening Techniques® Practitioner, trained in NLP, hypnosis and EFT, and she’s currently in the final stages of becoming a Havening T...

What happens to confidence as we get older? When Your Brain Starts Paying the Mortgage!

10 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Over the Oxer, we explore how confidence changes as we get older and why riding can feel different than it did in your twenties. If...

It's just toe curling, isn't it?

03 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week, I’m sharing a simple “toe curling” technique to help you reset your nervous system, release tension, and feel calmer—on your horse ...

Chatting with Equestrian and Owner of Epona's Horses, Maha Khallaf

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, I’m joined by Maha Khallaf from Saudi Arabia, as she shares her inspiring journey back to horses as an adult rider and starting her...

Chatting with ADHD Business Coach, Louise Tayler

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Over the Oxer, Tracey Cole is joined by Louise Tayler, an ADHD business coach who helps business owners, especially women, move fro...

The Science of Energy Fields, Mindset and Riding

13 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Tracey explores 1930s research by neuroscientist Harold Saxton Burr that suggests we are surrounded by a measurable energy field that...

Chatting with 3 incredible coaches - Sam, Sarah and Jo

06 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I’m joined by three outstanding equestrian coaches — each a highly qualified mindset coach and Master NLP Practitioner — for a ...

Feeling Time-Poor? Here's how to stretch time!

23 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As we come to the very last episode of 2025 (and honestly, where did that year go?), I wanted to slow things down a little and end the year with somet...

Chatting with British flat racingJockey, Georgia Dobie

16 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this week’s episode, I’m thrilled to be joined by rising British flat jockey Georgia Dobie. At just 26, Georgia has carved out an inspiring car...

The First Minutes in the Saddle: Mindset Mastery

09 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You’ve prepared your mindset in the days leading up to a ride, and you’ve set yourself up for calm before mounting… but what happens once you’...

Set Your Ride Up for Success: Pre-Ride Mindset Hacks Part 2

02 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if the way you prepare your mind in the minutes before you ride could transform the entire experience in the saddle? In this episode, Tracey Cole...

The Pre-Ride Mindset That Changes Everything - Part 1

25 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ready to transform your riding mindset? In this episode, Tracey Cole explores simple yet powerful strategies you can start using days — or even just...

Chatting about Autism with Jackie McCormick

18 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this uplifting and insightful episode, Tracey is joined by Jackie McCormick, a remarkable woman whose 35-year journey supporting adults and familie...

When Calm Feels Strange: Retraining Your Mind to Stop Worrying

11 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Over the Oxer Podcast, I dive into the endless loop of worry, anxiety, and chaotic thinking that can follow riders both in the sadd...

Two online events you might like to join

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A quick message to highlight 2 very special online events happening in November.   10th Nov 7:30pm Equestrian R Infinity - 'Horses, Heart, and Storie...

Chatting all things holistic with Stella James

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today I'm chatting with Stella James, creator of the Horses Holistic Hub.  Stella has been an equine professional for over 40 years, and for 25 years...

Physical alignment means emotional balance

28 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this solo episode, Tracey Cole explores the fascinating link between physical alignment and emotional balance. Drawing from her knowledge as both a...

Chatting with BD Para Director and Dressage TestPro Co-founder

21 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, I'm chatting with Tracy-Anne Ormrod. Tracy is a co-founder of Lion Dog Apps, the developers of Dressage TestPro, the dressage learning app....

Breaking the Rules Behind High-Functioning Anxiety

14 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Breaking the Rules Behind High-Functioning Anxiety In this episode of Over the Oxer, I get into how high-functioning anxiety shows up in riders and eq...

High-functionign anxiety - the hidden truths

07 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

High-functioning anxiety is incredibly common, largely unheard of and seldom talked about. But if you or someone you know is a high achiever, appears ...

Chatting Pony Books with Jane Badger

30 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Did you enjoy reading pony books? Maybe you're a Pullein-Thompson sisters fan or a Jill/Jinny fan? Many of these books have been beautifully republish...

Catching up and slowing my mind

23 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

My first solo episode after my little summer break. A round up of what I've been up to and a way to slow your mind.   Interested in Equestrian R Infi...

Chatting with The Disruptive Equestrian, Alison Lincoln

16 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Alison Lincoln has been passionate about horses since childhood, moving from a traditional Pony Club and competition background into a lifelong explor...

Your mind's secret weapon against being triggered

26 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A trigger is something that sets us off, usually in a negative way, bringing back an unpleasant memory or emotion that demands our attention. Our brai...

Chatting with Show-Jumper Aileen Feeney - An MND Diagnosis and Horses

19 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Aileen Feeney is a producer of young showjumping and eventing horses. She show-jumped herself to a high level and ran a successful yard in Cheshire, E...

How to Stop Spiralling Thought Loops - Fast

12 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If your mind feels like it’s stuck on repeat—goong round and round, replaying conversations and rides, worrying about things that haven’t happen...

Chatting with Mindset & Business Coach, Nicola Kinnard-Comedie

05 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Nicola Kinnard-Comedie (Msc, BHSAI Int. SM) is a mindset and business coach, helping equine and canine therapists to create their dream business, comb...

Shaping the Ride Ahead - using an underused time line technique

29 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if the key to achieving your riding goals isn't in doing more, but in thinking differently about time? And specifically about the ride to come. I...

Chatting With The Chinese Dressage Girl, Sarah Rao

22 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sarah Rao, aka The Chines Dressage Girl, is one of the most inspiring riders and influencers in China and also in the UK.   She's represented China n...

How to get perspective and clarity - FAST

15 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Who hasn't come out of a ring or got back from a ride feeling frustration or disappointment? Who hasn't known that the nerves have got the better of t...

Chatting with Coach and Emotional Labour Researcher Ellie Halsey

08 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, I'm chatting with Ellie Halsey. Ellie did some sterling research on emotional labour in equestrian coaches and her findings are highly rele...

Quick check-in

07 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A quick check-in with you, hpw are things going? How are your riding plans going?   Contact me [email protected] Socials: @traceycolenlp www.tra...

Who knew chocolate could help your equestrian mind game?

01 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is a must-listen for chocolate lovers.  We're exploring how dark chocolate can do more than satisfy a craving—it can enhance cognitive...

Chatting with Accredited Clinical Equine Behaviourist, Debbie Busby

24 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Find out why a knowledge of behaviour is crucial to the horse-human relationship and how horses may be wanting a human behaviourist to work on their h...

Be Like Water: for Equestrian Confidence and Calm

17 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we explore the powerful intersection between equestrian mindset and the timeless wisdom of Bruce Lee. Drawing on Lee’s philosophy o...

Nerves, Nominations, Oxers and NLP: my story

10 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

🎙️ In this solo episode of Over the Oxer, I’m doing something a little different—sharing my own story. From being a pony-mad preschooler in W...

Chatting with Equestrian Tai Chi Expert Jenny Pim

03 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes you chat with people for the first time and you just click. That was how I felt when Jenny and I had this fabulous chat. Jenny Pim lives in ...

Predict Success: The Neuroscience-Backed Path to Better Riding

27 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This episode explores predictive coding, a powerful psychological model that explains how the brain generates expectations based on past experiences, ...

Chatting with Ridercise Founder Clare Gangadeen

20 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What's the one thing that if you stopped doing, would improve your stability, effectiveness and confidence in the saddle?   Find out from Ridercise F...

Are those physical aches telling you something about your mind?

13 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Well, are those physical aches telling you something about your mind? In certain cases, yes, physical aches and pains reveal something about your mind...

Perimenopause, menopause and PMT: the impact on confidence

06 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we explore how hormonal changes during pre-menstruation, perimenopause, and menopause can impact rider confidence. We break down the ...

Chatting with Holistic Vet Dr Renee Tucker

29 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode warmly welcomes Dr Renee Tucker DVM. Renee has been a holistic equine veterinarian for over 30 years, and is the creator of Tucker Bio...

Soothe the Storm: Reset Your Rider Mindset

22 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Feeling a bit meh after a tricky ride or after hearing a comment about your ride that stuck with you? In this episode, we explore how equestrians can ...

Chatting with The UK's No. 1 Equestrian Video Coach, Jay Hunt

15 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You're in for a real treat on this episode, as it's packed with tips and tricks from the UK's no. 1 equestrian video coach, Jay Hunt.   Jay is the CE...

The Equestrian Time Traveller: Mindset Lessons from History

08 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if the secret to fearless riding was hidden in the past? In this unique episode, we travel through time to uncover the mindset strategies of hist...

Chatting with equestrian, psychotherapist, counsellor and coach, Nadia Di-Luzio

01 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Nadia is a Psychotherapist and Coach, who left a successful corporate career of 28 years, the last decade of which was as a Head of People to focus on...

Lighten the Load: Break Free from Riding Pressure

25 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, we’re tackling a huge topic that every rider faces—pressure. Whether it’s competition nerves, training stress, or just the...

Chatting with Marcello Costante

18 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode  we chat about the remarkable journey of Marcello Costante—a real estate investor, community builder, entrepreneur, and athlete. Ma...

What if mindset work isn't working?

11 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Why isn't mindset work working for you? What if you're practising mindset techniques, but they're not working? What if you hate journalling or can't v...

What USSR athletes knew about mindset....

04 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

  In this episode, we chat about into the fascinating book Peak Performance: Mental Training Techniques of the World's Greatest Athletes by C...

100 metres in 18 seconds - can you beat that?

25 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today I have a story for you. It's about Frank Dick, OBE, who served as the Director of Coaching for the British Athletics Federation, earning recogni...

Chatting with Anne Gage - The Horse Riding Confidence Coach

18 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you know about Anne Gage's work, you'll know that she's a superb riding confidence coach and has many strings to her bow. Listen out for her tips a...

Chatting with Mindset Coach John Lewis

11 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

John Lewis is a Mindset Coach, working with sporting Individuals and teams, businesses and people in their personal lives helping them to develop and ...

Techniques that Boost Your Confidence and Calm Your Mind

04 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this final boot camp episode, I share three quick techniques to help equestrians feel more confident and calm while riding. These methods are perfe...

Overcoming Plateaus in Equestrian Mindset

28 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the third installment of our equestrian boot camp series. This episode delves into the mental challenges riders face and offers guidance on...

Mastering Equestrian Mindset: From Self-Doubt to Confidence

21 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the second boot camp episode specially designed to empower equestrians to build confidence and eliminate self-doubt. In this session, we ch...

Transform Your Riding Mindset: Stop Negative Self-Talk

14 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a brand new episode for 2025 - A Boot Camp to get your riding mindset (and performance) shifted! First of all, we delve into the impact of ...

Riding the Waves: Diana Burgess's Journey from Canada to the UK Equestrian Scene

07 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join the conversation with Diana Burgess, a passionate coach and equestrian who has journeyed from Canada to the UK, mentored by renowned riders like ...

A Festive Equestrian Journey: Christmas Eve Visualisation

24 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to this special Christmas Eve episode, where we focus on becoming more connected with our equestrian dreams. Whether you're by the fireplace o...

Chatting with Seonaidh Jamieson: equestrian, author, business growth coach and pole dancer

17 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I loved chatting with Seonaidh (pronounced 'Shona') Jamieson. She is not only a laugh-a-minute (cue no knickers segment!), but she also has some grea...

Chatting with Sue Dyson

03 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I was thrilled to invite Sue Dyson onto my podcast. We chatted about how Sue evented and show-jumped to a high level and why studying veterinary scie...

Harnessing the Power of Failure in Equestrian Training

26 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we delve into the often daunting topic of failure, challenging its negative connotations, particularly in the realm of equestrian tra...

Chatting with Carrie Turner - Equestrian, Trainer and Owner of Divine Equestrian

19 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Carrie Turner is a dressage rider and trainer and the owner of Divine Equestrian, a beautiful equestrian boutique with the personal touch. She has man...

Stress - Signs You May Miss

12 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you aware of stress? In yourself or others? Stress has a lot of signs and symptoms, some more unusual than others. Chronic stress has become a hab...

Chatting with animal communicator Ronnie King

05 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ronnie King is an intuitive animal communicator and works with horse owners and their equines. She developed and honed her skills after her horse had ...

Learning - what most people miss

29 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Equestrians are constantly learning - whether it's about their horse, a new way of riding, their dressage test, show-jumping course or even for exams....

Chatting with Managing Director of Equestrian R Infinity Craig Benton

22 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's pod - Craig Benton   Craig is Managing Director at Equestrian R Infinity, a racing yard and retraining / schooling centre for ret...

It's a Q&A Day!

15 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Another one of the Q&As where I answer your questions on the hoof! Thanks to everyone who sends me these great questions, definitely food for thou...

Chatting with Chantelle Jennison - the Sober Equestrian

08 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chantelle Jennison is a Master Practitioner of NLP, a Practitioner of Time Line and a Hypnotherapist. She is also a Reiki Practitioner, helping riders...

Making and breaking habits? Use these 3 brain hacks

01 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Habits or patterns in the brain are wonderful for automating our actions. Not so wonderful if you have a bad habit you want to crack. However, our bra...

Chatting with Equestrian Director Robyn Cherry

24 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Robyn is Equestrian Director at Bishop Burton College and Riseholme College, and has extensive experience in both the corporate and vocational sides o...

Making an issue seem distant and abstract is easy!

17 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you a current issue, problem or belief about you as a rider or about riding? Something that is bothering you?   Did you know that by changing th...

Chatting with Lisa Ashton, the UK's authority on Equitation Science

10 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Lisa needs no introduction, to find out more about her extensive work in the equine field, see below.   Lisa Ashton MBA, PGCE, BA (Hons) ESI Diploma,...

Big, bold and bright - a motivational trick

03 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, I give you a quick technique to give you a little boost, more motivation and a sense of not only can-do, but want-to-do.   Links If ...

Chatting with all round horseman, Ross Cooper

27 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ross Cooper is someone I admire hugely and am delighted to have on the podcast. of Rosca Horsemanship is a horsemanship trainer, equine behavioural co...

Chatting with confidence & mindset coach Jane Brindley

20 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jane Brindley is a confidence and mindset coach who has been working with riders, at all levels, since 2004 when she set up her business Horse Riding ...

Q&A Part 3

06 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Another batch of quite challenging questions here - from making time to ride, to whether there's hope if you've always been an anxious rider.    Wha...

Can you see David?

02 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Authenticity and being your authentic self don't simply support mental well-being, they are the foundational cornerstone of well-being. On this episod...

Q & A Part 2

30 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Some more of your fascinating questions and my off-the-top-of-my-head-answers. Love these questions, because, they're not easy! Do keep 'em coming!  ...

Chatting with Harriet Wallis - equestrian, business coach and marketing manager

23 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What do horseshoes, business coaching and scrap metal have to do with one another? Harriet Wallis, that's what!   Harriet (Harry) Wallis is a freelan...

100th Episode Q&A 🎉🎉🎉

19 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this 100th episode, I asked you for your equestrian mindset questions and you didn't disappoint! I'm also revealing who has won a mindset session w...

Complaining damages your brain!

16 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know that complaining damages your brain (according to a Stanford University study). How many times do equestrians complain? About the weather...

When one door closes....

12 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

'The only thing that's constant is change'. Horse ownership and equestrianism are full of plans and goals; however, change happens and as such, this m...

Who's the imposter?

09 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Equestrians frequently experience imposter syndrome. Whether it's through moving up the levels, moving to a new yard or beginning to compete, it's a w...

Chatting with Horseback Archery Coach and Equine/Canine Business Owner Robbyn Wilmot

02 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as Robbyn Wilmot, a former Horseback Archery coach, shares her experiences running an equine and canine small business. Robbyn discusses the c...

Quick questions for quick results

28 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

5 Quick questions to get your cogs turning. Sometimes questions are the best way to drive a shift in mindset. Why? Because our brains love to answer q...

Let go of the hero mindset

25 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you find yourself in hero mindset? I sometimes try to be “Hero Tracey” and this is the mindset where I try to make everything go right – I fe...

Chatting with Master Mindset Coach Sue Connolly

18 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sue Connolly turned to NLP and mindset following a riding accident and unable to ride confidently anymore. We chat about her pre-mindset days when sh...

Positivity and photography

14 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We take pictures all the time, don't we? It's so easy to snap away. So I'm suggesting a way to use this as part of boosting or sustaining positivity! ...