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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 & Management

28 Aug 2024

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.

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Horses Inside Out

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Articles

23 Aug 2024

Taking the Mystery out of Equine Anatomy – Part 6: Hollows Near the Withers

The last of our series of articles debunking common anatomical misconceptions looks at the trapezius muscle and the posture in the area just behind the scapula. It’s common to see horses with hollows at the back of the shoulder blade, and you’ll often hear people say that it’s caused by atrophy of the trapezius muscle because of poor saddle fit. This is, in some part a correct assumption, but the bit that's not quite correct is the mention of atrophy of the trapezius muscle. Trapezium Muscle...

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Horses Inside Out

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Training & Management

19 Aug 2024

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?

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Horses Inside Out

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Anatomy & Biomechanics

8 Aug 2024

Taking the Mystery out of Equine Anatomy - Part 4: The Back

Understand more about the anatomy of the horse's back and how it impacts how we train and care for them

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Horses Inside Out

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Training & Management

29 Jul 2024

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.

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Horses Inside Out

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Training & Management

23 Jul 2024

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

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Horses Inside Out

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Training & Management

20 Jul 2024

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..

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Horses Inside Out

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Anatomy & Biomechanics

11 Jul 2024

Understanding Equine Anatomy: Take your learning to another level with Horses Inside Out

For horse owners, having a comprehensive knowledge of equine anatomy is not just beneficial—it's essential. Understanding anatomy improves..

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Horses Inside Out

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Training & Management

30 Jun 2024

Maintaining Mobility in Your Horse

Movement is key to the horse’s comfort and a healthy musculoskeletal, and fascial system.

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Horses Inside Out

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Articles

22 Jun 2024

Beach Riding - Biomechanics, Benefits and Tips

Riding your horse on the beach is not only a thrilling experience but it’s also one that is packed with benefits.

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Horses Inside Out

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