top of page
Articles
Here you will find a wealth of information about equine anatomy and biomechanics. We regularly publish articles full of exercises and top tips to help you improve your horse's musculoskeletal health, comfort and performance. Authors include Gillian Higgins, the Horses Inside Out team and a host of other equestrian specialists all world leaders in their field.
To receive notifications, to comment on blogs and articles and follow your favourite blog categories Become a Member of our Academy.
blog
Remembering Caroline Moore: A Mentor, Coach, and Friend
Caroline was not just a mentor and an inspiration; she was a true friend who played an instrumental role in shaping my equestrian journey
Horses Inside Out
Mar 145 min read
251 views
1 comment
Unlocking the Power of Groundwork
Groundwork is working your horse from the ground. It is hugely beneficial to all horses whatever their age or stage of training
Horses Inside Out
Mar 44 min read
772 views
2 comments
Understanding Asymmetry in Your Horse
Having the skills to recognise and address asymmetry is fundamental for owners, riders and trainers
Horses Inside Out
Feb 234 min read
777 views
0 comments
The Importance of Good Core Stability in Your Horse
The core muscles of the horse play a vital role in a horse's balance and posture.
Horses Inside Out
Feb 185 min read
612 views
0 comments
Healthy gut, healthy horse - Will supplements help?
Research nutritionist Professor Meriel Moore Colyer explores the challenges for feeding horses a fibre based diet across the seasons, mainta
Meriel Moore-Colyer
Jan 66 min read
653 views
0 comments
Galloping forward with healthy lungs
There is a belief among many horse owners that when their horse has a cough or two at the start of exercise that they are just ‘clearing ...
Meriel Moore-Colyer
Dec 16, 20244 min read
675 views
0 comments
Thoughtful Christmas Gifts for Horse Owners and Riders
As the festive season approaches, finding the perfect gift for the horse lover in your life can be a challenge.
Horses Inside Out
Dec 10, 20244 min read
276 views
0 comments
Perfect Gifts for Young Riders: Exploring Horse Anatomy and Biomechanics
Finding the perfect Christmas gift for a pony-mad youngster or young rider can be a fun —especially if you can combine their passion with an
Horses Inside Out
Dec 3, 20244 min read
309 views
0 comments
Feed the Need: How much should you feed for effective weight management?
One of the challenges all horse owners face is keeping our horses in optimum body condition throughout the year. In this article learn how..
Meriel Moore-Colyer
Nov 19, 20247 min read
466 views
2 comments
Gillian's 8 Top Exercises to Help Horses with Kissing Spines
Gillian's 8 Top Exercises to Help Horses with Kissing Spines
Horses Inside Out
Nov 13, 20245 min read
3,947 views
0 comments
"Not Quite Right" Improving Poor Performance with Dr Sue Dyson
Have you ever had that feeling that even though your horse does not look obviously lame, there is something you are seeing or feeling when y
Jessica Limpkin
Oct 29, 20244 min read
774 views
0 comments
Conformation Assessment with Dr Sue Dyson
‘Conformation Assessment: What Does Good Look Like?’ Aimed at horse owners wanting to be able to assess their own horse in more detail and
Jessica Limpkin
Oct 11, 20244 min read
999 views
0 comments
All About Fascia
In this blog, I thought it would be good to share with you a snippet of what is included in the seminar, and perhaps it will whet your appet
Jessica Limpkin
Sep 23, 20243 min read
814 views
0 comments
Dispelling Myths about Training and Ridden Horse Behaviour
There are many myths in the equine world and many excuses are made for a horse not progressing in training as potentially expected. I have h
Sue Dyson
Sep 16, 20249 min read
1,498 views
0 comments
Mastering the Suppling Exercise, Leg-Yield
There are many benefits of incorporating leg-yield into your training regime. It promotes suppleness, develops straightness and balance.
Horses Inside Out
Aug 28, 20245 min read
1,695 views
0 comments
Taking the Mystery out of Equine Anatomy – Part 5: Which Muscles of the Horse Carry the Rider?
Taking the Mystery out of Equine Anatomy – Which Muscles of the Horse Carry the Rider?
Horses Inside Out
Aug 19, 20248 min read
1,185 views
0 comments
Taking the Mystery out of Equine Anatomy - Part 4: The Back
Understand more about the anatomy of the horse's back and how it impacts how we train and care for them
Horses Inside Out
Aug 8, 20248 min read
1,063 views
0 comments
Taking the Mystery out of Equine Anatomy – Part 3: The Bones, Tendons & Ligaments of the Lower Leg
There are very few bones in the horse’s lower limb and this often comes as a bit of surprise.
Horses Inside Out
Jul 29, 20247 min read
1,744 views
0 comments
Taking the Mystery out of Equine Anatomy, Part 2: The Hip Joint and Hindleg Anatomy
n this second article of our series exploring anatomical misconceptions, we are looking at the location of the hip joint and hindlimb anatom
Horses Inside Out
Jul 23, 20247 min read
1,879 views
0 comments
Taking the Mystery Out of Equine Anatomy, Part 1: The Neck
Equine anatomy is a fascinating and complex subject, and it’s the mission of Gillian Higgins and Horses Inside Out to take the mystery out..
Horses Inside Out
Jul 20, 20247 min read
1,388 views
0 comments
bottom of page