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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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Training the horse in the 21st century
Use of the terms ‘naughty, unwilling, evasive, resistant’ is removing human culpability, removing our responsibility, without asking 'why'?

Sue Dyson
Apr 18 min read


3 Stretches Your Horse Should Do
In this article, we look at the benefits of stretching exercises for your horse and three stretches that all horses should do.

Horses Inside Out
Mar 268 min read


Managing Allergies - A Journey of Learning with My Horse, Toby
Toby, who joined our team in May 2021, has been an incredible teacher, offering lessons in patience, adaptability, and equine management.

Gillian Higgins
Mar 226 min read


Remembering Caroline Moore: A Mentor, Coach, and Friend
Caroline was not just a mentor and an inspiration; she was a true friend who played an instrumental role in shaping my equestrian journey

Horses Inside Out
Mar 145 min read


Unlocking the Power of Groundwork
Groundwork is working your horse from the ground. It is hugely beneficial to all horses whatever their age or stage of training

Horses Inside Out
Mar 44 min read


Healthy Gut, Healthy Horse
Another jam packed presentation, this time focused on the horse’s microbiota, microbiome and endocrine & metabolic effects.

Jessica Limpkin
Feb 254 min read


Understanding Asymmetry in Your Horse
Having the skills to recognise and address asymmetry is fundamental for owners, riders and trainers

Horses Inside Out
Feb 234 min read


The Importance of Good Core Stability in Your Horse
The core muscles of the horse play a vital role in a horse's balance and posture.

Horses Inside Out
Feb 185 min read


Galloping Forward With Healthy Lungs
In this webinar, Meriel explains the scientific and practical knowledge we need in order to understand Equine Asthma

Jessica Limpkin
Feb 127 min read


Feed The Need - With Professor Meriel Moore Colyer
I would like to share with you a little about part 1, ‘Feed The Need’
A fully jam packed webinar, giving a detailed ‘tour’ of the Equine Di

Jessica Limpkin
Feb 105 min read


Preventing Back Problems
Back issues in horses can vary from tight, sore back muscles to muscle atrophy or even bony pathology such as Kissing Spine. There are lots

Jessica Limpkin
Jan 265 min read


Is the Pilates for Horses Programme Worth the Investment? A Comprehensive Product Review
Ever since my journey as an Equine Massage Practitioner began, Horses Inside Out has been has been my go to resource for anything regarding

Jessica Limpkin
Jan 134 min read


Healthy gut, healthy horse - Will supplements help?
Research nutritionist Professor Meriel Moore Colyer explores the challenges for feeding horses a fibre based diet across the seasons, mainta

Meriel Moore-Colyer
Jan 66 min read


Keep a Journal and See Your Horse’s Training & Performance Progress in 2025
Journaling is more than just writing down your thoughts—it’s a habit that can improve mental clarity, emotional health, and even...

Horses Inside Out
Jan 15 min read


5 Feel-Good Gifts you can give your horse this Christmas
This article encourages you to take a moment to think about the remarkable ways horses enrich our lives, how they contribute to our physical

Horses Inside Out
Dec 23, 20248 min read


Galloping forward with healthy lungs
There is a belief among many horse owners that when their horse has a cough or two at the start of exercise that they are just ‘clearing ...

Meriel Moore-Colyer
Dec 16, 20244 min read


Thoughtful Christmas Gifts for Horse Owners and Riders
As the festive season approaches, finding the perfect gift for the horse lover in your life can be a challenge.

Horses Inside Out
Dec 10, 20243 min read


Perfect Gifts for Young Riders: Exploring Horse Anatomy and Biomechanics
Finding the perfect Christmas gift for a pony-mad youngster or young rider can be a fun —especially if you can combine their passion with an

Horses Inside Out
Dec 3, 20244 min read


Enhance Your Horse’s Comfort, Performance & Well-Being With Pilates
To celebrate the launch of The Complete Pilates for Horses Programme, here’s a little look inside the book - A Comprehensive Guide to Pilate

Horses Inside Out
Nov 25, 20249 min read


Feed the Need: How much should you feed for effective weight management?
One of the challenges all horse owners face is keeping our horses in optimum body condition throughout the year. In this article learn how..

Meriel Moore-Colyer
Nov 19, 20246 min read
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