I struggled with back pain and not feeling confident in the saddle
I was struggling with some back pain when riding and just didn’t feel confident and secure in the saddle. I had recently purchased a great horse – Chili- and wanted to be a better rider for her sake. Improving my balance and getting my body to be more naturally aligned and relaxed and understanding how this all connects to my mind has helped me manage my fears, increase my confidence in the saddle, and I do believe is helping Chili have more trust in me. Tracie
Testimonials
I’ve gone from: Pain and crookedness in the saddle – and having lost my confidence and the joy in jumping To: Feels comfortable and confident in the saddle and having a wonderful partnership with my mare! And on top of that: my instructor is thrilled with our progress and partnership! “Life is good!”
Sue P.
Hunter/jumper
“I’m an occupational therapist and specialize in myofascial release techniques…so I had a lot of tools … but wasn’t able to help myself into a completely pain free life. But mostly: I wanted to have fun riding and not unbalance my horses! NOW: I am celebrating: no pain! For the first time in YEARS! And: I am agile and steady on my feet! But most importantly: I feel comfortable and confident in the saddle and am LOVING THAT! “
Deanna S.
All Around Rider
“I am just getting started in this program – before I was experiencing upper and lower back pain and extreme difficulty in sitting straight on a horse. Anna’s Program has been most helpful for both problems. I am becoming more and more able to sit straight in the saddle.”
Vickie
Dressage Rider
“Today I celebrate…UNSTUCKNESS!! I’m not exactly sure when it happened, but for the past 2 days I’ve been moving and contorting myself to see if the stuck spot in my upper back between my right shoulder blade and spine is still there… but I CAN’T FIND IT!! Instead I’m finding greater range of motion, freedom of movement, and a feeling of equality on both sides!! Thank you Anna”
Sue B.
Dressage Rider
Rider Experience
What Riders Are Saying
Anna Bergenstrahle
MSc Exercise Science, MSc Equine Science
Anna Bergenstrahle, MS Exercise Science, MS Equine Science is passionate about helping riders ‘reset, retrain and transform their bodies so they can live and ride to their fullest potential. In RIDER BODY RESET we accomplish this by helping riders retrain their bodies in a logical and sustainable way that allows their underlying athletic riding potential to shine thru.
This is a special 1-on-1 call with me to unpack what is really going on for you in the saddle, what you are struggling with the most and what is getting in the way of the brilliant and magical riding partnership you want so we can (more importantly…) discuss how you want to feel in the saddle instead…and how to get you there!