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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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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.
Horses Inside Out
Aug 28, 20245 min read
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?
Horses Inside Out
Aug 19, 20248 min read
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.
Horses Inside Out
Jul 29, 20247 min read
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
Horses Inside Out
Jul 23, 20247 min read
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..
Horses Inside Out
Jul 20, 20247 min read
Maintaining Mobility in Your Horse
Movement is key to the horse’s comfort and a healthy musculoskeletal, and fascial system.
Horses Inside Out
Jun 30, 20247 min read
In-Hand Polework - The Powerful Tool to Boost Your Horse's Health and Well-being
Working your horse over poles in-hand is a fabulous tool that helps improve your horse's performance, health, and harmony with their handler
Horses Inside Out
Jun 12, 20245 min read
Retraining an ex-racehorse from the anatomical and biomechanical viewpoint
Retraining an ex-racehorse requires a deep understanding of the horse's previous training, their unique anatomy and biomechanics.
Horses Inside Out
Jun 5, 20246 min read
Improve Your Horse's Posture - Improve Performance!
In this article we share some key points about how to improve your horse's posture to improve performance which Gillian demonstrated, with t
Horses Inside Out
May 30, 20248 min read
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
Gillian Higgins
Apr 23, 20248 min read
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.
Horses Inside Out
Apr 3, 20245 min read
"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...
Gillian Higgins
Mar 26, 20248 min read
Exploring Equine Myofascial Kinetic Lines and Trunk Transitions: An Interview with Dr. Vibeke Elbrønd
Equine fascia and kinetic lines are important concepts for understanding how the horse moves and functions. Fascia is the connective...
Ally Lowther
Mar 12, 20243 min read
Tips & Insights from the Horses Inside Out Conference 2024: Growth and Development - A Journey of A Lifetime
Wow! What an incredible weekend we had at the Horses Inside Out Conference. Engineered and collated by Gillian Higgins, the talks truely...
Horses Inside Out
Mar 5, 20248 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...
Horses Inside Out
Feb 26, 20243 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...
Gillian Higgins
Feb 12, 20243 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...
Ally Lowther
Jan 29, 20244 min read
Training Young Horses for Longevity and Soundness
Training young horses for health and performance is a rewarding process that requires patience, skill and knowledge.
Horses Inside Out
Jan 22, 20244 min read
The Truth About Kissing Spines in Horses: Symptoms, Causes, Prevention and Management Tips
Kissing spines is a condition that affects the bony projections (spinous processes) that point upward from the main vertebrae. These...
Gillian Higgins
Jan 15, 20243 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...
Gillian Higgins
Jan 1, 20246 min read
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