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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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"Not Quite Right" Improving Poor Performance with Dr Sue Dyson

Jessica Limpkin

Oct 294 min read

Anatomy & Biomechanics

"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

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The Key to Improve Your Horse's Posture, Movement, Comfort & Performance

Horses Inside Out

Oct 34 min read

Training & Management

The Key to Improve Your Horse's Posture, Movement, Comfort & Performance

There is no better way to visualise and understand how the horse’s anatomy is affected by the rider and doing different movements than to...

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Mastering the Suppling Exercise, Leg-Yield

Horses Inside Out

Aug 285 min read

Training & Management

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.

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Taking the Mystery out of Equine Anatomy – Part 6: Hollows Near the Withers

Horses Inside Out

Aug 235 min read

Taking the Mystery out of Equine Anatomy – Part 6: Hollows Near the Withers

The last of our series of articles debunking common anatomical misconceptions looks at the trapezius muscle and the posture in the area...

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Taking the Mystery out of Equine Anatomy – Part 5: Which Muscles of the Horse Carry the Rider?

Horses Inside Out

Aug 198 min read

Training & Management

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?

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Taking the Mystery out of Equine Anatomy - Part 4: The Back

Horses Inside Out

Aug 88 min read

Anatomy & Biomechanics

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

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Taking the Mystery out of Equine Anatomy – Part 3: The Bones, Tendons & Ligaments of the Lower Leg

Horses Inside Out

Jul 297 min read

Training & Management

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.

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Taking the Mystery out of Equine Anatomy, Part 2: The Hip Joint and Hindleg Anatomy

Horses Inside Out

Jul 237 min read

Training & Management

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

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Taking the Mystery Out of Equine Anatomy, Part 1: The Neck

Horses Inside Out

Jul 207 min read

Training & Management

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..

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Beach Riding - Biomechanics, Benefits and Tips

Horses Inside Out

Jun 226 min read

Beach Riding - Biomechanics, Benefits and Tips

Riding your horse on the beach is not only a thrilling experience but it’s also one that is packed with benefits.

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The Biomechanics and Benefits: techniques and exercises you can do to Improve How Your Horse Jumps

Gillian Higgins

Apr 238 min read

Training & Management

The Biomechanics and Benefits: techniques and exercises you can do to Improve How Your Horse Jumps

how your horse jumps by breaking down the phases of the jump to help boost your understanding and discuss exercises and what the rider shoul

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Horses Inside Out

Apr 206 min read

News

Laura Tomlinson and Horses Inside Out

In this article we tell you a bit more about Laura Tomlinson, hers story and her connection to Gillian and Horses Inside Out.

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Polework Exercises You Can Do to Improve Your Horse's Performance

Horses Inside Out

Apr 36 min read

Training & Management

Polework Exercises You Can Do to Improve Your Horse's Performance

Polework encourages the horse to think for himself and to make changes to his posture naturally and with no force.

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"On the Bit???" Correct neck outlines from an anatomical perspective

Gillian Higgins

Mar 269 min read

Training & Management

"On the Bit???" Correct neck outlines from an anatomical perspective

what riding your horse in an outline means from an anatomical perspective, how to asses it and how to improve it without...

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Harmonious Horsemanship and Recognising when Horses are in Pain

Horses Inside Out

Feb 263 min read

Training & Management

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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How does the rider's position in the saddle affect the horse's musculoskeletal health?

Gillian Higgins

Feb 123 min read

Training & Management

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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Gillian Higgins

Jan 16 min read

Training & Management

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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Equine Anatomy & Biomechanics Books by Gillian Higgins: The Perfect Christmas Gift for Horse Lovers

Horses Inside Out

Dec 11, 20233 min read

Training & Management

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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Training for the Future: Can Horsemanship Improve Us as well as Horses?

Horses Inside Out

Nov 13, 20234 min read

Conference

Training for the Future: Can Horsemanship Improve Us as well as Horses?

Kelly Marks needs very little introduction. Thanks to the work she has done with Monty Roberts and forming Intelligent Horsemanship in...

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Conformation and the Link to Long Term Soundness of the Horse

Horses Inside Out

Oct 2, 20234 min read

Training & Management

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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Understanding How Your Horse Works Improves Performance

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