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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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Gillian Higgins
Aug 22, 20225 min read
Anatomy and Biomechanics Related to Saddlery
I love the interactive element, getting hands on with the horses, bones, anatomical models and specimens as well as all the questions and di
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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
Aug 8, 20223 min read
Can What You Feed Your Horse Build Muscle?
We all know that how we feed and manage our horse's diet can help to gain or lose weight... but what about muscle development? Can what...
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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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Ally Lowther
Jun 27, 20223 min read
Join us at the Horses Inside Out Conference 2023
The Horses Inside Out Team are so excited that our annual conference is returning next year (February 18th & 19th 2023), and it's set to...
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Ally Lowther
Jun 20, 20223 min read
Why Bridle Fit and Understanding Your Horse's Head Anatomy Is So Important
Having been through The Pony Club and BHS training as well as owning horses for over 30 years I feel I have a grasp of fitting a bridle –...
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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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Ally Lowther
Jun 6, 20224 min read
How Your Horse Absorbs Concussion
I don’t think I’ve known the ground to be so hard so early in the year. I’m trying not to complain as the weather has been very kind (so...
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Gillian Higgins
Jun 1, 20222 min read
Celebrating Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee
With everyone looking forward to the Jubilee celebrations this weekend we thought it would be most apt to look back, remember and...
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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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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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Ally Lowther
Apr 12, 20224 min read
How Your Horse Generates Power & Expression
The recorded webinar Understanding and Improving Engagement and Collection focuses on the anatomy of the hindlimb. The main driving...
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Ally Lowther
Apr 4, 20224 min read
The Benefits of Massage and Pilates for Your Horse
Tired and achy muscles make you feel miserable let alone feeling stiff, uncomfortable and generally lacking energy. Your horse will feel...
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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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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 7, 20226 min read
Make your hacking count
You can’t beat hacking out on a crisp winter’s day and there are so many benefits to escaping the arena a couple of times a week - it's...
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