Q & A

We have lots of information about the Train Your Seat Equestrian on this site, however, you may have specific questions that need answering. Here are some. If you have other questions, please do not hesitate to contact us directly and we would be happy to provide you the answers.

Q: Why should I use Train Your Seat Equestrian Bio-Mechanics?

A: Bio-Mechanics is about the analysis of human movement, mechanics and the impact of forces on the body. Rider biomechanics is the movement of the rider’s body in relation to the movement and forces created by the horse. This focus on connection is so that that the rider can guide their horse through the movements they desire.

Q: Why do I have low back pain - during and after I ride?

A: This symptom can be due to lack of strength or poor balance and therefore the body tries to compensate and over works some muscles while not engaging others. Back pain has many contributing factors and is very individual. However, TYS Imagery for the lower back, various exercises including strength training exercises can help with lower back pain.

Q: Why do I have hip pain - during and after I ride? 

A: Again, lack of full muscle engagement in the rider overworks muscle groups and does not fully engage other muscles that support the pelvic motion that the rider needs in order to move fluidly and well balanced. Improving strength and balance in the muscles of the pelvis and surrounding the pelvis including the hip joints will help to decrease hip pain. Strengthening and balancing the area will help with pain.

Q: Why do I have numbness in the feet? My feet are always 'moving out' of position.

A: Too much weight distribution by the rider and improper foot placement on the stirrup can lead to numbness in the feet. In TYS, the rider is given focus and imagery to strengthen the lower leg muscles and more flexible ankle/foot joints to ensure balance for the rider’s upper body. Balancing the feet can potentially help with numbness.

Q: Why do I have tight shoulders?

A: Trainer consistently telling you to ‘relax’ your shoulders? Tension in the upper body can throw the riders balance off and create tension in the horse.

Q: Why am I constantly self-questioning my position?  

A: When we are not fully connected in our bodies and aware of our movement in its connection with the movement we are asking of our horse, we get into self-doubt. Self-doubt is a negative thought process and takes our focus away from a balanced ride. Negativity also is pickup by our horse as we ride. TYS helps the rider with positive self-talk to assist in a well-balanced confident rider.