Kim Walker

21/03/2026

It was a beautiful start but definitely got to practice a few corners in the rain 🌧️
Thanks Streetwise Rider Training for another awesome day! John Burns and Glen Alexander Cordingley on fire as always.

Awesome group of riders too🏍️🏍️

20/03/2026

It’s going to be a gorgeous day for riding!

Thank you to Anya from Tribal Moto for my awesome Ride with Anxiety stickers. https://tribalmoto.com.au/

If you’d like one let me know! Lots of different colours.

If you’d are out riding, enjoy your ride!!

www.ridewithanxiety.life

16/03/2026

🏍️ 5 Anxiety Thoughts Many Motorbike Riders Have — And How to Reframe Them

Anxiety while riding is more common than most riders admit. The key isn’t eliminating anxiety… it’s learning how to respond to the thoughts that come with it.

Here are 5 common anxious riding thoughts and a better way to reframe them:

1️⃣ “What if I crash?”
➡️ Reframe: “I’m trained, alert, and riding within my limits.”

2️⃣ “That corner looks dangerous.”
➡️ Reframe: “Look through the corner, trust the bike, ride the line.”

3️⃣ “Other riders are better than me.”
➡️ Reframe: “Every confident rider started exactly where I am.”

4️⃣ “I shouldn’t feel anxious.”
➡️ Reframe: “A little anxiety keeps me aware and focused.”

5️⃣ “Maybe I shouldn’t be riding.”
➡️ Reframe: “Confidence grows one ride at a time.”

💡 The goal isn’t to eliminate anxiety.
The goal is to ride well even when anxiety shows up.

Every ride is evidence that you’re capable.

www.ridewithanxiety.life

14/03/2026

Wishing all riders a fantastic day at the Black Dog Ride events today! 🏍️

It’s an incredible cause bringing riders together to raise awareness for depression and su***de prevention, and reminding people that no one has to face mental health challenges alone.

Ride safe, look out for each other, and be proud of the difference you’re making in the community today.

Black Dog Ride

13/03/2026

You bought the bike…
But anxiety is stopping you riding it.

Be honest — how many times have you thought “I should go for a ride”… and then didn’t?

🏍️🏍️🏍️ From not riding at all… to riding most weekends.

This is what has happened for many Ride with Anxiety workshop participants over the years.

If you’ve been thinking about joining the next online workshop, now’s the time to book in — there are only a few spots left.

If you know you really want to ride but anxiety gets in the way, or you find yourself avoiding certain roads, this workshop will give you practical strategies you can start using immediately.

You’ll learn that you don’t need to get rid of the anxiety — you can learn to ride alongside it.

If this sounds like you, comment RIDE or send me a message and I’ll send you the details.

Or book directly here:

https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/ride-with-anxiety-workshop-tuesday-24-march-2026-tickets-1983047356024?aff=ebdsshcopyurl&utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=organizer-profile&utm-share-source=organizer-profile

Only $50
Tuesday 24 March
5:00–6:30pm (AEST)

11/03/2026

I love receiving beautiful feedback 🧡

“I read a little bit of your book before each ride, it is part of my pre-ride ritual. If I get anxious riding, which happens at times, I remember the words clearly. It helps so very much. Thank you for helping so many people Kim!”

Knowing that riders are out there enjoying their bikes and feeling more confident because of something I’ve written means the world to me. I actually follow this rider on Instagram and she’s out riding all the time — seeing her out there doing what she loves makes me so proud.

Anxiety doesn’t have to stop you from riding. With the right tools and support, it’s possible to ride with confidence and enjoy every kilometre.

If you’d like to grab a copy of Ride With Anxiety, you can find it here:
www.ridewithanxiety.life 🏍️

10/03/2026

Coming Back to Riding After a Break? 🏍️

Taking time away from riding happens to a lot of us. Sometimes it’s because of an injury, sometimes life just gets busy, and sometimes circumstances simply mean the bike stays parked longer than we expected.

When we finally think about getting back on, it’s really common for anxiety to show up.

You might start questioning your skills or experience thoughts like:
“What if I’m rusty?”
“What if something goes wrong?”
“What if I’m not as confident as I used to be?”

These thoughts are a normal response from a nervous system that’s trying to protect you. The good news is there are some simple, practical ways to help settle your mind and rebuild confidence.

Here are three strategies that can help:

1️⃣ Breathe – settle your nervous system
Before you head out for a ride, take a few slow, steady breaths. Slow breathing signals safety to your nervous system and can reduce that “on edge” feeling. Even a minute or two of calm breathing before putting your helmet on can help your body settle.

2️⃣ Use reassuring thoughts
Our thoughts can either increase anxiety or help calm it. Try using balanced, supportive thoughts such as:
“I might feel a little rusty, and that’s okay.”
“I know how to ride.”
“Confidence comes back with practice.”

These kinds of thoughts help your brain shift from threat mode back into a more balanced state.

3️⃣ Visualise the ride
Spend a few moments imagining yourself riding again — feeling comfortable, focused and enjoying being back on the bike. Visualisation helps prepare your brain for the experience and can boost confidence before you even start the engine.

Getting back on the bike after a break is often about taking things one step at a time and giving your mind and body the space to rebuild confidence.

If you’d like to learn more practical tools to manage anxiety while riding, I’m running my next Ride with Anxiety Workshop:

🗓 Tuesday 24 March
⏰ 5:00 – 6:30 pm
💻 Online – join from anywhere
💲 $50

As a psychologist with over 20 years’ experience, I’ve developed this workshop using evidence-based strategies specifically designed to help riders understand and manage anxiety so they can ride with more confidence and enjoyment.

There are only a few spots left.

📩 Send me a DM for booking details.

09/03/2026

How awesome is this?!

My book “Ride with Anxiety” has made it to the USA!!

Thanks Joel Strickland for sending me this photo of you with your super cool bike and my book!

If you are in America and would like to
Purchase a copy, follow this link:

https://a.co/d/03iSxKR1

08/03/2026

What a weekend watching some incredible racing at the RACE and ROAD Ricondi SDRRC Round 1 🏍️

I am guessing there was definitely a bit of anxiety with riding in the rain today! There were quite a few racers who had never competed in the rain. Pretty impressive to watch!

Well done to John Streetwise Rider Training coming first in one of the wet races!

The video is a great battle between a new and old bike - John is on the old Kawasaki ZX9.

07/03/2026

Reviews please!!
I have a massive favour to ask! If you have read Ride with Anxiety, I would love for you to write a review on Amazon! The more reviews, the easier it will be for riders to find this book!

The “leave a review” is at the bottom of the page at link below.

Would love to hear your feedback anytime- feel free to DM or leave a comment below as well ❤️

Ride with Anxiety: How to build confidence and keep riding through fear

05/03/2026

New Rider? Building Confidence Starts in Your Mind 🏍️

If you’re a new rider and sometimes feel nervous before or during a ride, you’re not alone.

Many riders believe confidence comes from experience alone. But the truth is, confidence also comes from how you think about the ride.

When you’re learning, your brain is on high alert. It’s scanning for risk, which can show up as tight shoulders, second-guessing yourself, or worrying about making mistakes.

That doesn’t mean you’re not cut out for riding.
It means your brain is trying to protect you.

Confident riders aren’t fearless riders. They’ve simply learned how to work with their mind instead of against it.

Try this mindset shift on your next ride:

Instead of thinking:
“I hope I don’t mess this up…”

Try telling yourself:
“I’m learning a new skill, and every ride builds my confidence.”

Keep your focus on:
• Riding within your limits
• Taking things one corner at a time
• Noticing the small wins along the way

Confidence grows ride by ride, moment by moment.

If you’d like practical strategies to manage nerves and build confidence on the bike, join our next Ride with Anxiety Workshop.

🗓 24 March
🕔 5:00 PM (Online)

We’ll cover simple psychological tools riders can use to stay calm, focused, and confident on the road.

Spots are limited — message to reserve your place.