One of Werth's winning qualities is her ability to stay focused. According to her, it's not a special trick she applies when she rides. "You learn it by riding a lot of competitions. You get experience and the importance of the competition also matters. Of course, the personality of the rider depends on whether you have the talent to concentrate, to fight and to control your nerves."

Although Werth possesses a rational part that applies the 'focus-button' in her head, Isabell admits she can be superstitious. "When I'm on my way to a show and I see a black cat or when I come across many red lights, I think "oh my God". I have a pair of running trousers that I love to wear prior to a competition. When I have a bad show, I put them back in the closet. I also have a blouse that brings good luck. I wore it brand new at my first big championship. There are small holes in it now and I save the blouse for only the important tests."