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Why Your Horse's Topline Isn't Enough — The Hidden Muscle That Actually Protects Their Spine

Why Your Horse's Topline Isn't Enough — The Hidden Muscle That Actually Protects Their Spineby: Jenny AdamsonPublished on: 03/08/2026

The multifidus is the hidden muscle chain along your horse's spine that prevents kissing spine, supports soundness and builds from simple exercises. Here's the peer-reviewed research every horse owner should know.

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Why Your Horse's Topline Isn't Enough — The Hidden Muscle That Actually Protects Their Spine

In-Hand Work Isn't as Complicated as You Think — Here's Where to Start

In-Hand Work Isn't as Complicated as You Think — Here's Where to Startby: Jenny AdamsonPublished on: 27/07/2026

Most horse owners think in-hand work isn't for them. Here's why they're wrong — and the simple building block approach that starts with standing square and ends with a horse who already knows shoulder-in.

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In-Hand Work Isn't as Complicated as You Think — Here's Where to Start

How to Support Your Horse Through the Busiest Riding Season

How to Support Your Horse Through the Busiest Riding Seasonby: Jenny AdamsonPublished on: 20/07/2026

Is your horse feeling different this summer? Stiffness, crookedness and tension are common at the busiest riding time of year. Here's the physio perspective on why — and exactly what helps.

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How to Support Your Horse Through the Busiest Riding Season

Why Most Horses Aren't Ready To Work When You Pick Up The Reins

Why Most Horses Aren't Ready To Work When You Pick Up The Reinsby: Jenny AdamsonPublished on: 01/06/2026

Before you pick up the reins, your horse's body needs to be ready. Here's what most owners miss.

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Why Most Horses Aren't Ready To Work When You Pick Up The Reins

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