#36 Hazel Findlay - Mastering Your Mind: Unlock Your True Potential Beyond Physical Limits

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"You can sculpt your body to perfection, but without mastering your mind, you’ll never unlock your true potential. The real victories happen in your head." 🧎🏼‍♀️💪🏾

We are diving deep into the power of mental training with Hazel Findlay, a world-renowned climber, coach, and mindset expert. While Hazel may be young, her wisdom extends far beyond her years, offering insights that are crucial for athletes of any age—particularly those navigating the changes that come with aging.

A 6x British Junior champ, and with nearly three decades of climbing experience, Hazel was the first woman to climb a British trad route at E9, the first British woman to sport climb 8c, and she has free-climbed El Capitan in Yosemite four times. Her accomplishments across various climbing disciplines—ranging from bouldering to alpine—demonstrate her exceptional physical prowess. But what makes Hazel truly compelling is how she combines these physical feats with a deep understanding of the mental game, helping athletes unlock their full potential, both on and off the rock.

**Key Takeaways:**

- Harness Fear as a Guide**: Hazel explains how fear isn’t something to be banished but used as a tool to guide you toward areas of growth and challenge.

- Mind Over Matter**: Learn why mastering your mind is just as important—if not more so—than physical training, especially as you age.

- Alex Honnold on Managing Fear** - Alex’s technique is rooted in deep preparation and an intimate understanding of his mind.

- Adaptation is Key**: As our bodies change, our mental game must evolve. Hazel shares how adapting your mindset is essential to continued success.

- Stay Present: Discover the power of staying present, which Hazel describes as the “secret weapon” for tapping into peak performance.

Don’t miss this one!

Resources:

Hazel Findlay’s Strong Mind Coaching: Explore Hazel’s online courses, community, and coaching resources for mental training in climbing and beyond. Strong Mind Coaching and https://www.instagram.com/strongmind.climbing/

Hazel Findlay’s website: https://www.hazel-findlay.com/

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