Optimal Posture LLC

03/31/2026

Dr. Hancock shares with us some important parts of our horse's nervous system that we may be influencing without really knowing it. The more we understand about how our horse's body works, which parts of the body are key parts of the nervous system, the more we can make better choices for our horse's well being. Both health and performance are affected by how well or how poorly our horse uses the nervous system. Chronic stress can lead to health issues of all kinds as well as hind our horse's ability to compete or even do the simple jobs we ask our horse to do. Hopefully this information helps you help your horse, supporting the function of the nervous system, in one way or another.

Guest: Dr. Ann-Marie Hancock, DVM and Equine Osteopath
True North Equine in Marshall, VA
www.truenorthequinevet.com
dr.hancock@truenorthequinevet.com

Host: Kirsten Nelsen, professional horse trainer
developer of Training for Optimal Balance
www.kirstennelsen.com

03/30/2026

✨Picking up your kids.
✨Sitting at your desk.
✨Scrolling your phone.
✨Even just getting out of the car…

Most of us move through life on autopilot without realizing the habits that are creating tension and holding us back.

The Alexander Technique helps you become aware of those patterns and change them—so everyday movements feel easier, lighter, and more natural.

Because it’s not just about how you move…
it’s about how you live.

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Before → ✨After✨

Standing and waiting doesn’t have to mean collapsing into one hip or locking everything up. There’s another way—one that feels lighter, easier, and way more YOU!

✨Let your head and chest float up and forward over the wide part of your foot.

✨Allow your shoulders to rise and fall naturally with your breath.

✨Let your hips gently move under your shoulders (no tucking…movement is key)

This isn’t about “fixing” posture—it’s about finding ease, balance, and space in your body.

The body is nuanced and delicate…find an AmSat Certified teacher near you to help you experience standing with ease and balance!