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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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A Legacy of Learning from the Horse of a Lifetime
Premiering this September, The Bare Bones of the Matter is an exciting new online docuseries. Now, this isn’t just another educational...
Horses Inside Out
4 days ago6 min read
Understanding Compensation Patterns in Horses and What to Do About Them
Practitioners often talk about compensations and compensation patterns. However, they often offer very different definitions or explanations based on their individual perspectives and modes of assessment. In this article Kevin Haussler, DVM, DC, PhD aims to add some clarity and delves into the different ways the body reacts to injury or disease, whether those responses are good or bad, and what we can do to help manage them.
Horses Inside Out
Jul 238 min read
Gillian’s Top Tips for Effective Lunging
In this second part, Gillian is going to share a few top tips to help you really nail your horse’s lunging routine. Even when you are good at using your body position and body language – your rope handling skills are top notch you may still need a little bit of extra help. Most issues you will encounter when you are lunging your horse are down to the horse not fully understanding what you are asking them to do.
Horses Inside Out
Jul 164 min read
How to Lunge Your Horse Effectively
Lunging is a fantastic form of exercise for horses. It’s not only great for building fitness and strength but also provides an opportunity to improve your horse’s way of going, balance, and responsiveness - all from the ground.
Horses Inside Out
Jul 74 min read
A History of Equine Anatomy – A Journey Through Time
At Horses Inside Out, our mission has always been clear - to show how a deeper understanding of anatomy can enhance performance and reduce the risk of injury. We all want what’s best for our horses. That’s why we keep learning, striving, and seeking new ways to improve their welfare.
Gillian Higgins
Jun 305 min read
Why Understanding Equine Anatomy Matters
For many, the word "anatomy" conjures images of thick textbooks filled with phrases and words that are complicated to understand let alone pronounce. At Horses Inside Out, equine anatomy is anything but dry.
Horses Inside Out
Jun 44 min read
Soundness and Symmetry. Why is it so Important for Your Horse
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.
Gillian Higgins
May 85 min read
Why a Good Warm-Up is Essential for Your Horse
One of the most important parts of setting up for a successful training session is the warm-up phase. Sometimes, the importance of this phase can be overlooked or rushed.
Horses Inside Out
May 14 min read
Recognising Lameness in Horses
Lameness in horses is a common yet complex issue that can significantly impact a horse’s performance and overall well-being. Early detection and appropriate management are crucial to ensure long-term soundness. Understanding how to recognise lameness and take appropriate action are essential skills to have.
Horses Inside Out
Apr 175 min read
Training Young Horses for Long-Term Soundness
Starting a young horse's training is an exciting and rewarding journey, but it also comes with huge responsibility. The choices made in the early years will directly impact the horse’s future soundness, performance, and overall well-being.
Horses Inside Out
Apr 115 min read
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
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
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
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
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
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
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