Tips & Insights from the Horses Inside Out Conference 2024: Growth and Development - A Journey of A Lifetime
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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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Horses Inside Out
Feb 263 min read
Harmonious Horsemanship and Recognising when Horses are in Pain
Horsemanship - a term that encompasses the skills, knowledge, and understanding needed to form a harmonious relationship with a horse. It...
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Gillian Higgins
Feb 123 min read
How does the rider's position in the saddle affect the horse's musculoskeletal health?
The rider's position in the saddle has a huge influence on the horse's musculoskeletal health and performance. A rider that is balanced...
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Ally Lowther
Jan 294 min read
How Research is Improving Training Methods for Horse & Rider
Using training aids on horses can be a controversial topic among equestrians. Some people believe that they are useful tools to improve...
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Gillian Higgins
Jan 16 min read
Tips for a Healthy, Happy Horse
As we start a new year, it's often a time to set goals. If you would like to improve your horse's all-round way of going and ensure he is...
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Horses Inside Out
Dec 11, 20233 min read
Equine Anatomy & Biomechanics Books by Gillian Higgins: The Perfect Christmas Gift for Horse Lovers
Did you know that one of the five rules of selecting the best christmas gift is to give something to read? That's right, and you've come...
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Gillian Higgins
Dec 9, 20233 min read
Anatomy in Action - A Biomechanical Illustration of Equine Movement
"Anyone studying locomotion and movement will, at some point, come across the incredible body of work by Eadweard Muybridge." says...
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Ally Lowther
Oct 15, 20234 min read
Angular Limb Deformities and Common Developmental Issues. How and when to intervene
In our last blog Dr Sue Dyson highlighted the importance of correct front feet for long term soundness in horses. In this article, we...
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Horses Inside Out
Oct 2, 20234 min read
Conformation and the Link to Long Term Soundness of the Horse
When we are looking to buy a new horse, we are encouraged to look at its conformation. Horse conformation is the study of the shape and...
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Gillian Higgins
Aug 21, 20233 min read
Why a Strong Thoracic Sling is Important for Your Horse
A strong thoracic sling will improve your horse's performance, health, and well-being as well as enhancing his agility, power and...
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Horses Inside Out
Aug 7, 20233 min read
Keeping Horses on the 'Road' - Training for Health and Performance
Correct training and riding are key to keeping your horse happy, comfortable and sound. Combine this with a thorough understanding equine...
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Horses Inside Out
Jul 3, 20234 min read
Common Problems Seen in Young Horses
PART 1 The early years of a horse's life are crucial for their development and future success. Young horses, specifically those between...
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Jay Mackay
Jun 26, 20233 min read
My Day of Interactive Applied Anatomy
I have already attended three of Gillian’s 2 Day courses so was excited to add another one to my growing list. This time round it was the...
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Gillian Higgins
May 8, 20235 min read
Neck and Back Pain in Horses
All owners want their horses to be happy, healthy and sound. Recognising when your horse isn’t performing as he should is key to his...
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Gillian Higgins
Apr 10, 20235 min read
Understanding Anatomy to Boost Your Riding Confidence
In this article I suggest four top tips that will help you ensure that your horse is comfortable, and his muscular skeletal system is prepar
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Ally Lowther
Feb 13, 20233 min read
Updating your Skills - Why CPD is so important
If you work in the equine world, you’ll know how rapidly things can change – thanks to new research, products and techniques the way...
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Ally Lowther
Feb 6, 20232 min read
Treating Tendon Injuries in Horses
Caring for tendons, or managing a horse with a tendon injury is probably every horse owner’s nightmare. A horse with a tendon injury used...
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Jessica Limpkin
Jan 23, 20236 min read
My Learning Journey with Gillian Higgins, Horses Inside Out
This is a blog I have been wanting to write for a while, and yet for some reason, every time I sit in front of my laptop with the...
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Gillian Higgins
Jan 2, 20232 min read
Understanding & Assessing Your Horse's Movement: Part 1 - The Biomechanics of Walk
In the first part of this series of blogs about the paces we will look at the biomechanical effects and benefits of walk and also share...
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Ally Lowther
Dec 19, 20223 min read
Last Minute Christmas Gift Ideas
Struggling with finishing off your shopping for your horsey friends? We're here to help you with some cracking gift ideas that provide...
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