As the festive season approaches, finding the perfect gift for the horse lover in your life can be a challenge. What could be more meaningful and thoughtful than a gift that deepens their connection with their equine partner and enhances their understanding of the horse's incredible anatomy and biomechanics? This is where Horses Inside Out and Gillian Higgins come to the rescue.
Horses are magnificent athletes, and whether you’re a dressage lover, a thrill seeker who can’t get enough of galloping cross-country, or enjoy a leisurely hack, understanding how they move and function is essential for their health, performance, and happiness. Gillian has written numerous books and courses which break down the complexities of equine anatomy into engaging, easy-to-digest lessons that are both practical and fascinating. These fascinating resources equip riders and owners with the tools to better care for their horses, prevent injury, and build that all important stronger partnership.
This Christmas, consider gifting a resource that could revolutionise how the horse lover in your life sees and interacts with their equine partner. Here are four gifts that will do just that.
A stunning book that showcases with fold-out pages how the horse moves. Evaluating paces from walk to gallop, poles to drop fences and lateral work to specialist moves such as the sliding western halt, pesade and capriole, the book consists of 143 pages of compelling skeletal photographic sequences.
It also includes concise explanations describing each movement making this book a treasure trove of biomechanical insights for all horse lovers.
To go with this beautiful book there is the online Anatomy in Action Video Course. 28 high-definition, slow-motion videos that evaluate and clearly explain the anatomy and biomechanics of each of the paces and various movements with labels, annotations and Gillian’s detailed voice over explanations.
Massage for Horses
An online massage course for horse owners. is a step-by-step guide that will give you the confidence and skills to massage your horse with soft tissue techniques that really make a difference to equine comfort, health and performance, as well as helping to develop the bond between you and your horse.
This course includes over 6 hours of video lectures and demonstrations where Gillian guides you through each of the different massage techniques and how to put together targeted massage routines. Plus, an accompanying book with clear written descriptions and photographs - perfect to take to the yard to refer to - plus lots more....
The Complete Pilates for Horses Programme
This new and unique programme gives you everything you need to confidently start using these hugely powerful and effective Pilates exercises that will make a real difference to your horse’s comfort, performance and well-being.
A Comprehensive Guide to Pilates for Horse book and e-book
This detailed spiral bound book and e-book guide you through each of the 74 Pilates exercises. Divided into 10 chapters, each one targets a different area of the body. Each of these non-ridden exercises is described in detail with the aims and objectives, plus clear and easy to follow step-by-step instructions.
Video Tutorial Course
Watch Gillian as she demonstrates each of the 74 Pilates exercises in bitesize video tutorials. Follow Gillian’s advice to ensure you perform the exercises correctly and your horse will gain all the benefits of doing these Pilates exercises.
Online Exercise Selector
To ensure you and your horse get the most from this programme, there's the handy Online Exercise Selector. Simply select which areas you would like to work on and it will recommend which exercises are best for your horse and help you put together a targeted exercise programme.
12-week Pilates Planner
This practical workbook guides you through an assessment of your horse, helps you choose the right Pilates exercises and will keep you inspired and motivated as you incorporate them into your daily routine. You can monitor and record the changes in your horse, make notes and much more.
Pilates and Stretching
The original and hugely popular Pilates and Stretching book is a handy step-by-step guide which shows you key exercises that will help to maintain or improve the horse's suppleness, flexibility and range of movement.
This book contains 26 Pilates exercises that are beneficial for all horses and is a great introduction to the subject. Each exercise is clearly explained with easy to follow instructions, which areas of the body will benefit and tips to ensure maximum benefit.
This spiral bound book is great to take to the yard to refer to when you are doing the exercises with your horse.
Not only are these books and courses practical, but they will also spark a deeper appreciation for the horse, as well as improved performance and injury prevention. By giving the gift of knowledge, you’re not just wrapping up a book – you’re offering a lifelong resource that will enhance their equestrian journey.
Make this Christmas unforgettable for the horse enthusiast in your life with these thoughtful and inspiring gifts. For more fabulous gift ideas head to our shop
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