What You Are Seeing
This section is being expanded as part of the standard One Problem = One Pathway structure.
- The rider cannot clearly access both sides of the pelvis.
- Load is being managed asymmetrically.
- One side accepts load more easily.
- The other side is less connected or bracing.
- The pelvis is not moving evenly.
- The system lacks clear left-right organisation.
What It Might Mean
This section is being expanded as part of the standard One Problem = One Pathway structure.
- Limited awareness of seatbone position.
- Habitual asymmetry in how load is managed.
- One hip more dominant in accepting load.
- The other hip avoids or braces.
- Rider relies on legs or upper body instead of pelvis.
- Lack of control between left and right sides.
Assessment
This section is being expanded as part of the standard One Problem = One Pathway structure.
- On-horse: rider appears inconsistent in the saddle.
- On-horse: one side of the seat is more dominant.
- On-horse: difficulty staying centred.
- On-horse: subtle drift or collapse to one side.
- On-horse: leg position may differ side to side.
- On-horse: contact may feel uneven.
- Simulator left/right balance line: weight sits consistently to one side of centre.
- Simulator left/right balance line: does not oscillate evenly.
- Simulator movement pattern: one side shows larger movement than the other.
- Simulator movement pattern: one side smooth and consistent, the other flat or wiggly.
- Simulator movement pattern: one side reduced or broken in movement.
- Off-horse check (sit on bench): no clear sense of evenness.
- Off-horse check (sit on hands): one seatbone heavier or harder to feel.
- Off-horse check (walk seatbones): one side harder to access, uneven movement.
Off-Horse Assessment
This section is being expanded as part of the standard One Problem = One Pathway structure.
- On horse: can the rider identify both seatbones in halt?
- On horse: is weight more even at walk?
- On horse: does the rider stay more centred without correcting?
- Simulator: balance line closer to centre.
- Simulator: more even oscillation left to right.
- Simulator: more consistent, symmetrical movement patterns.
Off-Horse Exercises
Seatbone Awareness (Starter)
- Sit on hands.
- Compare both seatbones.
- Identify which side is clearer.
- Identify which side is heavier or harder to feel.
Simulator Assessment
This section is being expanded as part of the standard One Problem = One Pathway structure.
- On-horse: rider appears inconsistent in the saddle.
- On-horse: one side of the seat is more dominant.
- On-horse: difficulty staying centred.
- On-horse: subtle drift or collapse to one side.
- On-horse: leg position may differ side to side.
- On-horse: contact may feel uneven.
- Simulator left/right balance line: weight sits consistently to one side of centre.
- Simulator left/right balance line: does not oscillate evenly.
- Simulator movement pattern: one side shows larger movement than the other.
- Simulator movement pattern: one side smooth and consistent, the other flat or wiggly.
- Simulator movement pattern: one side reduced or broken in movement.
- Off-horse check (sit on bench): no clear sense of evenness.
- Off-horse check (sit on hands): one seatbone heavier or harder to feel.
- Off-horse check (walk seatbones): one side harder to access, uneven movement.
Simulator Exercises
Seatbone Awareness (Starter)
- Sit on hands.
- Compare both seatbones.
- Identify which side is clearer.
- Identify which side is heavier or harder to feel.
Reassessment
This section is being expanded as part of the standard One Problem = One Pathway structure.
- Improves awareness of both sides of the pelvis.
- Allows clearer access to each seatbone.
- Begins to rebalance how load is managed.
- Reduces reliance on compensations (legs and upper body).
- Creates a base for controlled pelvic movement.
On-Horse Transfer
This section is being expanded as part of the standard One Problem = One Pathway structure.
- On horse: can the rider identify both seatbones in halt?
- On horse: is weight more even at walk?
- On horse: does the rider stay more centred without correcting?
- Simulator: balance line closer to centre.
- Simulator: more even oscillation left to right.
- Simulator: more consistent, symmetrical movement patterns.
Success Markers
This section is being expanded as part of the standard One Problem = One Pathway structure.
- Clearer contact with both seatbones.
- Less confusion about where weight is sitting.
- More even pressure side to side.
- Less need to adjust or search for position.
- A more stable, centred feeling.
Commonly Linked Patterns
This section is being expanded as part of the standard One Problem = One Pathway structure.
Related Exercises
This section is being expanded as part of the standard One Problem = One Pathway structure.
- Seatbone awareness to clear identification.
- Add pelvic rock to introduce movement.
- Walking seatbones to develop control.
- Reduce upper body compensation.
- Progress to floor work.
- Transfer to riding: walk, then transitions, then lateral work.