01/12/2026
Mounting your horse might seem like a simple task you do every time you ride, but the way you get in the saddle matters more than most people realize. So often we think about our ride plan in great detail, but we overlook what may be the very first movement of the day: getting on. Whether you mount from the ground or from a mounting block, your horse’s comfort and long-term soundness can be affected by how you do it.
Why Mounting Method Matters
Both mounting from the ground and using a mounting block involve your horse bearing your weight, but the forces involved are different. When you pull yourself up from the ground, you are pulling on one side of the saddle. The horse must shift its balance and raise its back on the opposite side to accommodate you. That shift can pull the saddle against the horse’s withers and spine, and this repeated pulling motion can contribute to discomfort over time.
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