Why does mounting hurt?

Mounting your horse shouldn't be the hardest part of your ride. In this episode of Turn Riding Fear Around, I share a different way to think about pain when you mount. Instead of assuming it's "just getting older," what if your body is giving you useful information? Just like we pay attention when our horses tell us something, our own bodies deserve the same curiosity. If mounting has become uncomfortable, or you've started dreading that first step into the saddle, this episode is for you. Small changes can make a big difference, and understanding what your body is saying is the first step toward feeling better. In this episode, you'll learn: • Start asking How can I feel better riding? • Listen to what your body is saying to you. • Small changes can make mounting easier. (Wiggle Walk is my favorite) Your body has something worth listening to. The better you understand it, the better you can help it. When you're ready to feel more comfortable in the saddle and create a plan that's right for you, I'd love to help. A Calm-Ride Strategy Call is a chance for us to look at where you are today and create the next step toward enjoying riding again. https://elisehittinger.com/scheduler/calm-ride-strategy If you’d like to keep going, explore the Turn Riding Fear Around playlist on https://www.youtube.com/@elisehittingerCH and keep training courage into your riding.