Have you ever had that feeling that even though your horse does not look obviously lame, there is something you are seeing or feeling when y

‘Conformation Assessment: What Does Good Look Like?’ Aimed at horse owners wanting to be able to assess their own horse in more detail and

There is no better way to visualise and understand how the horse’s anatomy is affected by the rider and doing different movements than to see it in action. If you have been to one of Gillian's live painted horse lecture demonstrations you will know just what we are talking about. Our demo at Moulton College was no exception - jam-packed full of fabulous information, tips, exercises - you name it, this demo had it. The complex subject of equine anatomy and biomechanics brought

There are many myths in the equine world and many excuses are made for a horse not progressing in training as potentially expected. I have h

There are very few bones in the horse’s lower limb and this often comes as a bit of surprise.

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..

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

Retraining an ex-racehorse requires a deep understanding of the horse's previous training, their unique anatomy and biomechanics.

In this article we share some key points about how to improve your horse's posture to improve performance which Gillian demonstrated, with t

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

In this article we tell you a bit more about Laura Tomlinson, hers story and her connection to Gillian and Horses Inside Out.

Equine fascia and kinetic lines are important concepts for understanding how the horse moves and functions. Fascia is the connective...

Wow! What an incredible weekend we had at the Horses Inside Out Conference. Engineered and collated by Gillian Higgins, the talks truely took us on a journey of a lifetime exploring every aspect of growth and development from many different perspectives. Two days dedicated to learning, re-evaluating how we train and manage horses – plus so much more, it’s tricky to sum up just how fabulous the Horses Inside Out Conference 2024 was. In this blog Gillian picks out just a few ti

The rider's position in the saddle has a huge influence on the horse's musculoskeletal health and performance. A rider that is balanced and symmetrical will help the horse move freely, while a rider that is unbalanced or asymmetrical will cause stress, discomfort, and potentially cause injury to the horse's muscles, joints, and spine. As riders, we are all striving and working towards maintaining a correct position in the saddle, this is for our own safety and for the health

Using training aids on horses can be a controversial topic among equestrians. Some people believe that they are useful tools to improve...

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 comfortable, happy and healthy I have some advice and tips for you to try over the next 12 months. Give them a go, they are all easy to incorporate into your riding and training routine. Each of my suggestions will help ensure your horse is happy and healthy throughout the year. They are also all things that I do with my own horses, so I kn

When I first heard world renowned Equine Veterinarian and Dental Vet Specialist Dr. Chris Pearce from the Equine Dental Clinic present...

Did you know that one of the five rules of selecting the best christmas gift is to give something to read? That's right, and you've come to the right place. Let's take a look at some of the fantastic books . availabe from Horses Inside Out and Gillian Higgins. "A book is a gift you can open again and again." Garrison Keillor Horse owners and riders of any level and all disciplines will benefit from having a better knowledge of equine anatomy and biomechanics. Gillian has wri