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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.
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Gillian Higgins
- Jun 13, 2022
- 4 min
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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Gillian Higgins
- May 23, 2022
- 4 min
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, 2022
- 5 min
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, 2022
- 4 min
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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Ally Lowther
- May 3, 2022
- 5 min
The Power of Touch
This article includes top tips for developing your palpation skills and look at why regular palpation of your horse is important and useful.
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Gillian Higgins
- Apr 25, 2022
- 8 min
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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Jessica Limpkin
- Apr 18, 2022
- 4 min
The Anatomy of the Head with Gillian Higgins and Horses Inside Out
Head Anatomy, has to be one of my favourite webinars from Gillian so far. They are all fantastic but I loved this one's practical aspects.
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Gillian Higgins
- Mar 21, 2022
- 3 min
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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Jessica Limpkin
- Mar 17, 2022
- 6 min
Equine Digestive Anatomy, Feeding and Nutrition
This weekend I was really excited to attend the Horses Inside Out online seminar ‘Digestive Anatomy, Feeding & Nutrition’ There were 4 prese
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Ally Lowther
- Mar 14, 2022
- 3 min
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 28, 2022
- 4 min
HOW YOUR HORSE BENDS
Lateral bend refers to the curvature of the horse’s spine around the rider’s inside leg on circles and corners. Theoretically, this should b
1,950 views1 comment
Gillian Higgins
- Oct 25, 2021
- 2 min
The Paces: Part 3 - The Benefits of Canter
Biomechanical effects and benefits of canter. Top tips for assessing, training and improving your horse's canter. Includes slow motion video
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Gillian Higgins
- Oct 4, 2021
- 2 min
The Paces: Part 2 - Trotting Tendencies
The biomechanics and benefits of trot and top tips for assessing, training and improving your horse's trot. Including slow motion video
1,246 views1 comment
Gillian Higgins
- Aug 23, 2021
- 2 min
The Paces: Part 1 - The Wonders of Walk
This blog looks at the biomechanical effects and benefits of walk as well as top tips for training and how to analyse your horse's walk.
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Ally Lowther
- Jul 20, 2021
- 3 min
Help Your Horse Cope with Hot Weather
Clear blue skies, warm sunshine - as the temperature rises it's necessary to consider the effect it may have on your horse. Here's some tips
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Gillian Higgins
- Jun 16, 2021
- 6 min
Getting a New Horse - Welcome to Our Newest Team Member!
There's nothing like the excitement of getting a new horse. It is an exciting and fun opportunity to get to know your new equine...
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Jessica Limpkin
- Feb 8, 2021
- 4 min
Understanding Muscles and Fascia
This month’s webinar was on the subject of ‘Understanding Muscles and Fascia’. Being a Massage Therapist these are of course 2 of my favouri
3,111 views1 comment
Jessica Limpkin
- Dec 6, 2020
- 3 min
How Pilates Can Help Your Horse
This week I was excited to join Gillian Higgins' latest webinar – Pilates For Horses. As many of you know I am a huge fan of Gillian’s...
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Gillian Higgins
- Dec 2, 2020
- 2 min
Pilates for Horses - Part 4: The Tail
The horse's tail is an extension of the spine. So, using the tail in exercises not only affects the tail itself but also the spine all the w
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