In the show jumping world, precision and grace are essentials for success. Renowned for her strong presence on social media, the influencer and brilliant rider Nicole Cereseto, has stolen the hearts of young horse-riding lovers. In this article, we'll discover Nicole's three essential pre-competition rituals, offering insights into her mindset and preparation.  

1.Routine 

When it comes to preparing for high-level competitions you can’t underestimate the importance of a well-organized routine. Nicole Cereseto embraces this mood and the first step of her pre-competition rituals includes everything: from the timing of the horse’s meals to the grooming. 

She personally takes care of her horses, standing by her groom all day, meticulously planning the hours: from the warm-up stages to the course walks and even the quality time for being more relaxed and calm with her four-legged mates.  

This organized approach helps her to stay focused and controlled before the competition. 

2.Visualize the course 

Walking the course in her mind helps her visualize the scenario. 

This mental approach allows her to recreate all the technical actions to be properly executed between jump one to the last: turns, stride counting, and searching for balance.  

Having a strong mind helps boost your confidence and memory, making sure the due work together perfectly. 

3.Girth check in the warm-up arena  

The third and final step of Nicole Cereseto's pre-competition rituals may taken for granted, but it's crucial for the safety of the performance. To tighten correctly the girth is essential to prevent accidents, maintain balance and the right position of the saddle on the horse. 

This habit helps Nicole chill out and shake off some stress. 

This young rider knows exactly what she wants for her future and with these 3 steps successfully became one of the most popular athletes and an icon for the youngest Italian horse lovers.