Science has the power to transform the way we care for, ride and manage our horses, but let’s be honest, research papers can often feel like a foreign language and if you've ever tried to read one and ended up more confused than when you started - you’re not alone! The world of equine research is full of fascinating discoveries, but it’s not always easy to work out what they actually mean for you and your horse. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce a brand-new series of onli

A horse’s bones form the framework that supports every step, jump, and turn. Without strong, healthy bones, even the best training, nutrition, and care can fall short. Yet, because bones lie beneath layers of muscle and skin, problems are often hidden until they start to affect a horse’s movement, comfort or performance. Understanding how to protect and maintain skeletal health is essential for anyone who wants their horse to stay sound and active for as long as possible.

Have you ever considered the benefits of an equine water treadmill for your horse? Once reserved for elite racehorses and for rehabilitation, water treadmills are now becoming an increasingly popular tool for horse owners looking to improve equine health and performance. Combining the resistance of water with the support of buoyancy, these treadmills offer a low impact yet highly effective workout that can aid in injury recovery, build strength, and enhance cardiovascular fit

If you’ve ever stood in the feed room, wormer in hand, wondering whether you’re doing the right thing, you’re not alone. Modern horse owners are more informed than ever — but with that comes a flood of conflicting advice, out-of-date routines, marketing messages, and “heard it at the yard” myths.

Premiering this September, The Bare Bones of the Matter is an exciting new online docuseries. Now, this isn’t just another educational...

As owners, riders, trainers and therapists we are all striving to ensure our horses are symmetrical and sound. But what does that really mean? Soundness and symmetry in the horse refers to the balance and harmony of the musculoskeletal system and its impact on how the horse moves.   While we understand that both symmetry and soundness are essential for the optimal health, welfare and performance of horses, how do we achieve it – is it just a case of correct training, manageme

When we think about the horses we ride, train or care for, soundness and symmetry often go hand in hand and they are something many of us, quite understandably, take for granted.

Caroline was not just a mentor and an inspiration; she was a true friend who played an instrumental role in shaping my equestrian journey

Ever since my journey as an Equine Massage Practitioner began, Horses Inside Out has been has been my go to resource for anything regarding

To celebrate the launch of The Complete Pilates for Horses Programme, here’s a little look inside the book - A Comprehensive Guide to Pilate

Pilates-style exercises for your horse can help him to feel good both physiologically and in turn psychologically. Using these exercise are

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 see it in action. If you have been to one of Gillian's live painted horse lecture demonstrations you will know just what we are talking about. Our demo at Moulton College was no exception - jam-packed full of fabulous information, tips, exercises - you name it, this demo had it. The complex subject of equine anatomy and biomechanics brought

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

Wow! What an incredible weekend we had at the Horses Inside Out Conference. Engineered and collated by Gillian Higgins, the talks truely took us on a journey of a lifetime exploring every aspect of growth and development from many different perspectives. Two days dedicated to learning, re-evaluating how we train and manage horses – plus so much more, it’s tricky to sum up just how fabulous the Horses Inside Out Conference 2024 was. In this blog Gillian picks out just a few ti

Kelly Marks needs very little introduction. Thanks to the work she has done with Monty Roberts and forming Intelligent Horsemanship in 1999, horse owners and lovers now have a much better understanding and appreciation for how horse’s think and behave. Intelligent Horsemanship allows Kelly to combine her three favourite things; horses, writing and supporting others in their equestrian journey. She is incredibly proud of everything Intelligent Horsemanship has achieved and lo

Whoop whoop after months of preparation July finally arrived and we headed off to North America for a couple of weeks of lecture...

During the pandemic we made the decision not to do any foreign HIO trips until 2023. We'd been so busy focussing on working from home,...

As I write this blog I have recently returned from an incredible few days away with someone who has become a good friend over the last 3...

Following a packed first day, would the second day deliver such a wide ranging set of presentations? The resounding answer is yes it did!...

It was a year in the making but all the blood, sweat and tears was worth it as the Horses Inside Out Conference made a welcome return....