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Why your lower leg won’t stay still (and why your stirrup length might be the cause)
Does your lower leg swing backwards or does your position never feel truly balanced? Discover how stirrup length, saddle design and your own biomechanics work together, and learn how to find the stirrup length that gives you a more stable, effective position.

Why do I sit crooked on my horse?
Do you keep hearing that you sit crooked? Simply trying to sit straighter usually isn’t the solution. Discover what really causes a crooked seat, how it affects your horse’s balance, and learn how to identify and correct the underlying imbalance for a more symmetrical, stable and effective position in the saddle.

How to fix a chair seat
Struggling with a chair seat? If your leg keeps creeping forwards despite your best efforts, you’re probably treating the symptom rather than the cause. Learn how rider biomechanics and saddle design influence your position, and discover what really needs to change for a more balanced, effective seat.