Mane Brain: The Science of Smarter Riding
Welcome to Mane Brain, the podcast where neuroscience meets the saddle! Hosted by Audrey Paslow, a board-certified neurologic physical therapist and expert in rider biomechanics, this show dives deep into the brain-body connection that makes great riders.
Each episode explores the science behind balance, coordination, flexibility, strength, breathing, and timing—essential elements for equestrians looking to improve their performance. Through expert interviews, rider fitness strategies, and neuroscience-backed insights, you’ll learn how to train smarter, ride better, and unlock your full potential in the saddle.
Mane Brain: The Science of Smarter Riding
Friday’s With Frankie: Brain-Boosting Gifts to Elevate Every Ride
In this festive installment of Friday’s With Frankie, Frankie and I unwrap our favorite brain-boosting, balance-enhancing, ride-changing gift ideas for the equestrians in your life (including you!).
We cover:
- ✔️ Gear that improves rider feel and balance
- ✔️ Tools that sharpen rein awareness and contact
- ✔️ Smart accessories to support rider fitness
- ✔️ Upgrades that make home practice sessions more effective
- ✔️ A few of Frankie’s own top picks from the Equicizer shop
- ✔️ Audrey’s favorite neuro-centric training aids that blend beautifully with Franklin Method work
And of course — we’ll link to all items mentioned in the episode so you can shop smarter, not harder this holiday season.
For Frankie's top picks: https://equicizer.com/collections/equicizer-stable
For Audrey's top picks, it's best to send an email! She has many of the items she mentioned in stock and ready to ship!
Mane Brain Podcast is part of Anchored Seat's mission to bring neuroscience to the saddle! Learn more about training programs and clinic opportunities at www.anchoredseat.com.