The Neil Foster Rider Mindset Podcast
Episodes
Managing External Pressure in Horse Riding | Boost Confidence & Performance in the Saddle
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Struggling with nerves, expectations, or feeling like all eyes are on you when you ride? In this powerful episode of The Neil Foster Rider Mindset Pod...
Warm Up Arena Confidence - Switching Nerves into Focus
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Struggling with nerves in the warm-up arena? You’re definitely not the only one, and it doesn’t mean anything is wrong with you. In this episode o...
Pre-Show Rituals That Set You Up For Success | Rider Mindset for Competition
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Why do so many riders feel calm and confident at home… but tense and distracted when it matters most? In this episode of The Neil Foster Rider Minds...
How to Stay Calm at Horse Shows | Guided Pre-Competition Mindset Exercise for Riders
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Guided Pre-Competition Mindset Exercise for Riders Calm Your Competition Nerves Before You Ride Competition nerves are something almost every rider...
Food, Focus and The Rider's Brain - The Link Between Nutrition and Mindset
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Food, Focus & the Rider’s Brain – The Link Between Nutrition and Mindset In this powerful episode of The Neil Foster Rider Mindset Podcast, eq...
Creating Rituals to Calm Your Nerves Before You Tack Up
25 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Do you feel nervous before you even get on your horse? In this powerful episode of The Neil Foster Rider Mindset Podcast, equestrian mindset coach Nei...
Micro-Mindfulness at the Yard - 60 Second Confidence Boosters
18 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Neil Foster Rider Mindset Podcast, Neil dives into Micro Mindfulness at The Yard: 60 Second Confidence Boosts, a practical, sci...
Journaling for Clarity – The Rider’s Mental Training Log | The Neil Foster Rider Mindset Podcast
11 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Journaling for Clarity – The Rider’s Mental Training Log | The Neil Foster Rider Mindset Podcast In this long-form episode of The Neil Foster Ride...
Morning Routines That Build Calm & Focus For Your Riding Day
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Neil Foster Rider Mindset Podcast, Neil explores how morning routines can transform your calm, focus, and confidence as a rider...
The Rider's Confidence Ladder - Step by Step Growth
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Rider’s Confidence Ladder – Step by Step Growth | Equestrian Mindset Podcast Do you struggle with riding confidence, nerves, or self-doubt eve...
The Fear of Falling: Breaking Through the Hidden Barrier | The Neil Foster Rider Mindset Podcast
21 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Fear of Falling: Breaking Through the Hidden Barrier | The Neil Foster Rider Mindset Podcast Fear of falling is one of the biggest confidence bloc...
Show Jitters - How to Manage Pre Competition Nerves
14 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Show Jitters: How to Manage Competition Nerves | The Neil Foster Rider Mindset Podcast Do competition nerves hold you back when it matters most? In th...
A New Year Without New Pressure
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The start of a new year often comes with unrealistic expectations, pressure to “be better,” and the familiar “new year, new you” narrative. Bu...
Anchor Your Confidence: Music, Touch and Smells That Rewire Your Brain
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Anchor Your Confidence | Music, Touch & Smells That Rewire Your Brain Confidence in the saddle isn’t something you’re born with, it’s someth...
How to Use Visualisation Before Every Ride (Not Just at Shows)
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Unlock the secret tool top riders use every day - visualisation. In this powerful 120-minute episode, Neil Foster takes you step-by-step through how t...
The Power of Small Successes - Lessons from Tracy Neville for Every Rider
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Discover how to build unshakeable riding confidence using the same powerful mindset strategy that transformed the England Netball team under coach Tra...
Discover the mindset shift reshaping the future of modern dressage.
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Neil Foster Rider Mindset Podcast, Neil explores the rise of a new generation of dressage riders who lead with empathy, softnes...
Breathing Patterns to Stay Calm Under Pressure
12 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this empowering episode of The Neil Foster Rider Mindset Podcast, equestrian mindset coach Neil Foster reveals how your breathing patterns can tran...
Is Dressage Facing a Crisis or a Mindset Reset
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is dressage really in crisis, or is it simply calling for a mindset reset? In this thoughtful 10-minute episode, equestrian mindset coach Neil Foster ...
Hypnosis for Riders - Busting the Myths & Finding the Truth
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hypnosis for Riders - Busting the Myths & Finding the Truth Discover the truth about hypnosis and how it can transform your riding confidence, foc...
Resilience in Riding: Staying Strong Through the Ups and Downs
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Every rider faces tough days, setbacks, refusals, fear, frustration, or simply feeling stuck. In this empowering episode of The Neil Foster Rider Mind...
What Horses Teach Us About Patience and Perspective
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this inspiring episode, equestrian mindset coach Neil Foster explores how our horses quietly teach us the art of patience, perspective, and emotion...
More than Your Riding - Identity Beyond The Saddle
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
More Than Your Riding – Identity Beyond the Saddle Do you ever feel like your confidence, mood, or self-worth depend on how your last ride went? T...
Why Riders Quit and How to Build Long-Lasting Motivation
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever thought about giving up riding? This happens to a lot of riders. In this episode of The Neil Foster Rider Mindset Podcast, Neil explores...
Mental Stamina For Equestrians - Training Your Mind for Achieving Your Goals
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Neil Foster Rider Mindset Podcast, Neil dives deep into the power of mental stamina for equestrians, and how training your mind...
The Power of Curiosity in Rider Progress
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you ready to unlock a new level of confidence and progress in your riding? In this episode of The Neil Foster Rider Mindset Podcast, we dive into ...
The Distraction Dump - Emptying Your Mind Before Riding
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode Description In this episode of The Neil Foster Rider Mindset Podcast, Neil shares a powerful mental tool for equestrians: the Distraction Dump...
The Rider’s Gratitude Reset: Horse Riding Confidence, Equestrian Mindset & Hypnosis
03 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this uplifting episode of The Neil Foster Rider Mindset Podcast, Neil Foster, Peak Performance Mindset Coach, shares how a simple gratitude practic...
Create Your Competition Mindset Routine for Equestrians
27 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Step into the arena with calm, confidence, and focus. In this episode of The Neil Foster Rider Mindset Podcast, mindset coach Neil Foster walks you th...
The Power of Language: How to Speak to Yourself Like a Champion | Inside the Rider’s Mind Series
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 8 – The Power of Language: How to Speak to Yourself Like a Champion | Inside the Rider’s Mind Series What you say to yourself in the saddl...
Building Resilience: When Things Don’t Go to Plan
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Building Resilience: When Things Don’t Go to Plan – Inside the Rider’s Mind with Neil Foster In this empowering episode, equestrian mindset coac...
Visualisation: Seeing the Round Before You Ride It | Neil Foster Rider Mindset Podcast
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Visualisation: Seeing the Round Before You Ride It | Neil Foster Rider Mindset Podcast Struggle with nerves in the arena? Wish you could ride your cou...
Episode 5 – Focus Like a Pro: Train Your Mind Like You Train Your Horse
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🎧 Episode 5 – Focus Like a Pro: Train Your Mind Like You Train Your Horse What if your ability to focus, not just your horse’s talent, is the m...
The Inner Critic: How to Stop Beating Yourself Up
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode of Inside the Riders Minds Series, equestrian mindset coach Neil Foster helps you silence the self-doubt that’s sabotaging ...
🎧 Episode 3 – You Are Not Your Last Round: Breaking the Performance Identity Trap The Neil Foster Rider Mindset Podcast – Inside the Rider’s Mind
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🎧 Episode 3 – You Are Not Your Last Round: Breaking the Performance Identity Trap The Neil Foster Rider Mindset Podcast – Inside the Rider’s ...
Inside The Riders Mind Series Episode 2: Managing Nerves – How to Ride Confident When It Counts
09 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 2: Managing Nerves – How to Ride Confident When It Counts Do show day nerves sabotage your performance in the saddle? In this powerful episo...
🎙 Episode 1: Why Mindset Is the Missing Link in Your Riding Success
02 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🎙 Episode 1: Why Mindset Is the Missing Link in Your Riding Success Welcome to the first episode of Inside the Rider’s Mind, a brand-new solo ser...
Welcome to “Inside the Rider’s Mind” – A New Series for Competitive Equestrians
28 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to “Inside the Rider’s Mind” – A New Series for Competitive Equestrians Get ready for Inside the Rider’s Mind, a powerful new 10-par...
The Mental Muscle Behind the Mountains - What Harry Meade Teaches Us About Mindset
27 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🎧 Bonus: The Mental Muscle Behind the Mountains -What Harry Meade Teaches Us About Mindset Why do some riders thrive under pressure, while others c...
Are We in Too Much of a Rush to Get Results?
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Neil Foster Rider Mindset Podcast Episode Title: Are We in Too Much of a Rush to Get Results? Host: Neil Foster, Equestrian Mindset Coach Duration...
🎙️ Bonus Episode: Mindset Masterclass – Piggy March at Luhmühlen
20 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🎙️ Bonus Episode: Mindset Masterclass – Piggy March at Luhmühlen In this bonus episode, Neil dives into Piggy March’s reflections from L...
Three Mindset Shifts to Ride The First Fence With Focus
18 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ready to ride into your next round with clarity and confidence? Don’t miss the latest episode of The Neil Foster Rider Mindset Podcast: “3 Mindset...
What Every Rider Gets Wrong About Confidence
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Struggling with nerves in the saddle or losing confidence under pressure? This happens to many riders, and there’s a better way forward. 🎧 In Epi...
Pre-Ride Mental Warm-Up – The Missing Piece in Your Riding Routine
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever found yourself feeling anxious before a ride, struggling to connect with your horse, or just wishing you felt more calm and confident...
Silencing Your Inner Critic – How to Replace Self-Doubt with Self-Belief.
28 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🎧 Struggling with self-doubt in the saddle? You're not alone—and you're not stuck. In this powerful episode of The Neil Foster Rider Mindset Podc...
Riding Through Doubt - Tackling Imposter Syndrome in the Saddle
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling like a fraud in the saddle? You’re not alone, and you don’t have to stay stuck in that mindset. In this powerful episode of The Neil Foste...
Badminton 2025 Cross-Country Calm - Elite Mental Strategies You Can Steal
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week’s episode of The Neil Foster Rider Mindset Podcast takes you inside the mindset behind one of the most high-stakes events in the sport -...
Ride the Moment - Short Guided Visualisation Practice to Help You to Step into the Arena with Calm, Clarity and Confidence
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re heading into a competition, feeling the nerves build, or just need a moment to refocus, this bonus episode of The Neil Foster Rider Mindse...
Bouncing Back from Basel: Kevin Staut, Stoicism and the Science of Self-Belief
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever faced a tough day in the saddle and wondered how to mentally bounce back stronger, this episode of The Neil Foster Rider Mindset Podc...
The Mental Side of Horse Welfare - and What the New FEI Rules Mean for Rider Mindset
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you're a rider who truly wants to deepen your connection with your horse, this is the podcast episode you can’t afford to miss. In this powerful ...
From Trauma to Triumph
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Trauma Leads to Triumph Have you ever felt like past riding experiences—falls, setbacks, grief, or even criticism—are still riding with you, hold...
Start Where You Are - The Mindful, Scientific & Philosophical Approach to Rider Progressstart Where You Are
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ready to transform your riding from the inside out? In this powerful episode of The Neil Foster Rider Mindset Podcast, equestrian mindset coach Neil F...
Small Wins, Big Strides – The High-Five Habit for Equestrians
10 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Small Wins, Big Strides – The High-Five Habit for Equestrians In this empowering episode of The Neil Foster Rider Mindset Podcast, I share with you ...
Mindset and Mastery - The Power of Mental Resilience in Dressage
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to The Neil Foster Rider Mindset Podcast, where we explore the power of mental strength, resilience, and mindset in the equestrian world. In t...
Trusting the Ups and Downs of Equestrian Growth
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this inspiring episode of The Neil Foster Rider Mindset Podcast, I dive into one of the most important lessons every equestrian must learn—progre...
The Mental Edge: Train Your Brain Like an Elite Equestrian
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Your mindset shapes everything in the saddle, from confidence to your connection with your horse. In this first episode of The Neil Foster Rider’s M...