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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.
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Ally Lowther
Aug 15, 20222 min read
How Your Horse Learns
You can have the best breeding and conformation but without a good temperament and trainability you may struggle to train and bring out...
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Ally Lowther
Jul 11, 20223 min read
Why Bit and Bridle Fit are Key to Your Horse's Welfare
A comfortable and happy horse is something all owners and trainers are aiming for. We know that feeding, management and training all play...
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Gillian Higgins
Jul 4, 20222 min read
How Does A Horse Jump?
The biomechanical effects of jumping, Tips for training and assessing your horse's jump. 'Skeleton' horses jumping in slow motion.
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Gillian Higgins
Jun 13, 20224 min read
How Your Horse's Outline Affects His Way of Going
On the bit, outline, frame whatever phrase you use, it's always a hot topic between riders, trainers, and dressage judges - in fact...
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Gillian Higgins
May 23, 20224 min read
Pain Related Poor Performance in Horses
My horse isn’t quite right. He's not lame, but he's just not quite right. How many times have you heard this as a conversation amongst...
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Ally Lowther
May 16, 20225 min read
5 Exercises to Improve Your Horse’s Health and Well-being
As a horse owner I’m always looking for ways to ensure both my horses are happy and comfortable in their bodies. Gillian and I thought it...
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Gillian Higgins
May 9, 20224 min read
If the Saddle Fits
A well-fitting and balanced saddle is comfortable for you and your horse. Your saddle fitter is an integral part of the team of...
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Ally Lowther
May 3, 20225 min read
The Power of Touch
This article includes top tips for developing your palpation skills and look at why regular palpation of your horse is important and useful.
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Gillian Higgins
Apr 25, 20228 min read
Maintaining Mobility - A Live Painted Horse Lecture Demonstration
Last Wednesday we travelled north, with the car filled to bursting, to Netherton Equestrian Centre, Perth. Our journey to Scotland was...
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Jessica Limpkin
Apr 18, 20224 min read
The Anatomy of the Head with Gillian Higgins and Horses Inside Out
Head Anatomy, has to be one of my favourite webinars from Gillian so far. They are all fantastic but I loved this one's practical aspects.
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Gillian Higgins
Mar 21, 20223 min read
Posture and Your Horse's Well-Being
Good horsemanship and correct training are two key parts of the puzzle when it comes to your horse being able to perform at his best.
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Jessica Limpkin
Mar 17, 20226 min read
Equine Digestive Anatomy, Feeding and Nutrition
This weekend I was really excited to attend the Horses Inside Out online seminar ‘Digestive Anatomy, Feeding & Nutrition’ There were 4 prese
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Ally Lowther
Mar 14, 20223 min read
Myofascial Lines - What Lies Beneath
Myofascial lines – sometimes referred to as the therapist’s map are chains of interconnected anatomical structures that direct the basic...
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Gillian Higgins
Feb 28, 20224 min read
HOW YOUR HORSE BENDS
Lateral bend refers to the curvature of the horse’s spine around the rider’s inside leg on circles and corners. Theoretically, this should b
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Gillian Higgins
Oct 25, 20212 min read
The Paces: Part 3 - The Benefits of Canter
Biomechanical effects and benefits of canter. Top tips for assessing, training and improving your horse's canter. Includes slow motion video
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Gillian Higgins
Oct 4, 20212 min read
The Paces: Part 2 - Trotting Tendencies
The biomechanics and benefits of trot and top tips for assessing, training and improving your horse's trot. Including slow motion video
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Gillian Higgins
Aug 23, 20212 min read
The Paces: Part 1 - The Wonders of Walk
This blog looks at the biomechanical effects and benefits of walk as well as top tips for training and how to analyse your horse's walk.
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Horses Inside Out
Jul 20, 20213 min read
Help Your Horse Cope with Hot Weather
Clear blue skies, warm sunshine - as the temperature rises it's necessary to consider the effect it may have on your horse. Here's some tips
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Gillian Higgins
Jun 16, 20216 min read
Getting a New Horse - Welcome to Our Newest Team Member!
There's nothing like the excitement of getting a new horse. It is an exciting and fun opportunity to get to know your new equine...
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Jessica Limpkin
Feb 8, 20214 min read
Understanding Muscles and Fascia
This month’s webinar was on the subject of ‘Understanding Muscles and Fascia’. Being a Massage Therapist these are of course 2 of my favouri
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