Challenge Directory:

Embodied Rider Biomechanics™️ 

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Below, you’ll find all the videos for each week, organized by topics and days. Simply click on the video titles to watch, and check out the captions below for helpful tips and insights!

NAVIGATION

Concentration
Day 1
EPIC Framework
Day 2
Proprioception
Day 3
Riding with Imagery – Metaphors
Day 4
Riding with Imagery – Self Talk
Day 5
Mental Rehearsal
Day 6
Coordination
Day 7
Finding You Hip Joint
Day 8
Planes of Movement in Pelvis 
Day 9
Imagery for the Hip Joint in the Saddle
Day 10
Find Your Seat Bones
Day 11
Movement of the Seat Bones 
Day 12
Ball Exercise for Your Seat 
Day 13
Imagery for the Sacrum
Day 14
Breathing – Find Your Diaphragm
Day 15
Breathing –Movement of Your Diaphragm
Day 16
Breathing –Train Your Diaphragm 
Day 17
Shoulder Tension Release 
Day 18
Imagery for Shoulders in the Saddle 
Day 19
Finding your Central Axis  
Day 20
Imagery for your Central Axis  
Day 21
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Day 1: Concentration 

Trainer: Eloise Venter from South Africa @Equibalance

Learn the art of focus to enhance your connection with your horse. Build concentration as a foundational skill for riding.

 

Day 2: EPIC Framework

Trainer: Eva Beun - Lekkerkerker from the Netherlands @eefentjes_skipslestin

 Discover techniques to stay present in the moment while maintaining control and awareness of your movement.

 

Day 3: Proprioception

Trainer: Pamela in 't Veld

 Tune into your body’s natural ability to sense movement and position for improved stability in the saddle.

 

Day 4: Riding with Imagery – Metaphors

 Trainer: Betina Buus Rasmussen from the Danmark @betinabuus

Use creative imagery to visualize and embody movement patterns that improve riding posture and performance.

 

Day 5: Riding with Imagery – Self Talk

 Trainer: Alejandra and Jessica

Develop positive internal dialogue to boost confidence and refine your technique.

 

Day 6: Mental Rehearsal

 Trainer: Julie Malcolm from New Zealand @Ridewell Trainwell 

Practice riding through mental visualization to enhance your performance before you get in the saddle.

 

Day 7: Coordination 

 Trainer: Chantal

Hone your motor skills and coordination for better harmony with your horse.

 

Day 8: Finding You Hip Joint 

 Trainer: Hannah Irons

Explore the anatomy and movement of your hip joint for better balance and fluidity.

 

Day 9: Planes of Movement in Pelvis 

 Trainer: Margaret Mellor

Understand how your pelvis moves in multiple planes to maintain stability and adapt to your horse’s motion.

 

Day 10: Imagery for the Hip Joint in the Saddle

 Trainer: Alejandra Gonzáles

Learn imagery techniques to connect with and activate your hip joints while riding.

 

Day 11: Find Your Seat Bones

 Trainer: Emma Malone

Locate and engage your seat bones for better alignment and communication with your horse.

 

Day 12: Movement of the Seat Bones 

 Trainer: Lisa Goodhart

Master subtle seat bone movements to direct your horse with precision.

 

Day 13: Ball Exercise for Your Seat 

 Trainer: Janneke Jansen from the Netherland @DeRuiterschool; https://www.deruiterschool.nl/

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Trainer: Julie Malcolm from the New Zealand @
RidewellTrainwell 

Try this simple yet effective exercise to improve pelvic flexibility and mobility.

 

Day 14: Imagery for the Sacrum

 Trainer: Hayley Jonker from the South Africa @ www.centrelinecollective.co.za

 

Use imagery to connect with and balance your sacrum for improved lower body biomechanics.

 

Day 15: Breathing – Find Your Diaphragm

Trainer: Janneke Jansen from the Netherland @DeRuiterschool; https://www.deruiterschool.nl/

Locate your diaphragm and learn to control your breathing to improve focus and calmness in the saddle.

 

Day 16: Breathing –Feel the Movement of Your Diaphragm

 Trainer: Paula Ohlin Paula from the Spain @ https://paulaohlin.com/

Explore the natural movement of your diaphragm and its impact on posture and balance.

 

Day 17: Breathing –Train Your Diaphragm 

 Trainer: Paula Ohlin Paula from the Spain @ https://paulaohlin.com/

Use a resistance band to strengthen your diaphragm and enhance your core stability.

 

Day 18: Shoulder Tension Release 

 Trainer: Alysen Starko-Bowes from the Canada @ https://www.trainyourseatonline.com/

Visualize and relax your shoulders using effective imagery to free up tension and improve alignment.

 

Day 19:Imagery for Shoulders in the Saddle 

 Trainer: Jessica Donders

Apply shoulder alignment techniques for a balanced and controlled upper body while riding.

 

Day 20: Finding your Central Axis  

 Trainer: Heather Broadhead from the London @ https://www.heatherbroadhead.ca/

Discover your body’s central axis and its importance for balance and control.

 

Day 21: Imagery for your Central Axis  

 Trainer: Trish Tweddell

Practice staying aligned with your central axis to ride with greater precision and ease.

 

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