{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Equine Assisted World with Rupert Isaacson","title":"Mary Wanless on Rider Biomechanics, Flow, and Feel | Equine Assisted World EP 23","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":7230,"description":" In this episode of Equine Assisted World, Rupert Isaacson sits down with Mary Wanless, a pioneer in the field of rider biomechanics. For decades, Mary has been at the forefront of reshaping how we understand equestrian training by focusing on the physics and physiology of riding. With a background in physics and a deep curiosity about what truly makes a great rider, Mary has worked to demystify the biomechanics of effective riding. Her methods help riders of all levels develop a clearer understanding of their own bodies and how they interact with their horses.\nMary shares her insights into postural restoration, neurology in riding, the importance of feedback loops in instruction, and the crucial role of feel in equestrian training. This episode is packed with wisdom that will transform the way you approach riding and teaching.\n\nWhat You’ll Learn in This Episode:\nThe Science of Rider Biomechanics (Starts at 02:20)\nHow Mary's background in physics shaped her approach to riding.\nWhy traditional riding instruction often fails to communicate the \"how.\"\nUnderstanding postural restoration and its impact on riding: https://www.posturalrestoration.com/\nUnderstanding the Neurology of Riding (Starts at 16:10)\nThe significant neurological connection between the hands and the brain—and why this leads riders to overuse their hands.\nThe lack of neurological connection between the pelvis and the brain and how that affects balance and control.\nHow the body’s fascial system (as explored in Anatomy Trains by Thomas Myers) influences rider biomechanics: https://amzn.to/4ibrGgN\nBridging the Gap Between Language and Experience (Starts at 36:27)\nHow to verbalize the unspoken \"feel\" of great riding.\nThe importance of the student-teacher feedback loop.\nThe challenges of translating elite rider intuition into teachable concepts.\nThe Core Foundations of Effective Riding (Starts at 56:10)\nHow to align your body for maximum effectiveness.\nWhy bearing down and breathing correctly is...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/PuJAXgaKmhfeBRqqEPEATMHDH_c-iN9O1OlaUtqD0-g/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzQwMDI3LzE2ODI0/MjQ0MTQtYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}