Hazel Findlay, is one of the top climbers in the world. Known for her exceptional skills and unique approach to managing fear, Hazel redefines what it means to face challenges head-on.

Hazel Findlay is renowned for her accomplishments in traditional and big wall climbing, including four free climbs of El Capitan on different routes. She began climbing at age six and has since made notable ascents, such as the first female ascent of an E9 6c route, the first free ascent of Babel in the Atlas Mountains, and her first 9a sport climb in 2022. In 2022, she also completed a first ascent in Greenland with Alex Honnold.

She also holds a strong interest in psychology. Alongside her career as a professional climber, she coaches specializing in fear and performance management. Her expertise in these areas has made her a sought-after mentor for climbers and athletes aiming to enhance their mental approach to challenges.

In this episode, we talk about:

• How Hazel manages fear and why she has a different approach
• What pregnancy means for her climbing journey
• The pressures of social media, with her impressive 200k followers on Instagram
• The true meaning of inspiration and why it is often misunderstood
• All things climbing

Read more about Hazel on her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hazel_findlay/ or her Website: https://www.hazel-findlay.com/

Her coaching website: https://www.strongmindclimbing.com/

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