With Jenny Adamson, Equine Physiotherapist & Rehabilitation Specialist
Every horse is naturally asymmetrical, just like we are. One side stronger, one side more coordinated, one side that prefers to do the work. When the body isn’t trained to redistribute that load evenly, it finds clever ways to cope. Left unaddressed, this pattern can turn into injury.
January is one of the most powerful times of year to support your horse’s body. Because what you do now doesn’t just affect the next few weeks. It shapes how your horse will feel, move, and cope when spring riding really begins.
You’ve been doing exercises. You’ve been consistent. And yet your horse still leans, drops a shoulder, or struggles to move evenly. Exercises alone can’t fix crookedness. Crookedness is a whole‑horse pattern, and without a clear, guided pathway, your horse will keep compensating, no matter how many exercises you do.
If your horse is recovering from an injury, prone to stiffness, or just starting a conditioning journey, slow and careful strength work is the key. If you were unfit, weak, or recovering from an injury, you wouldn’t walk straight into the gym and start lifting heavy weights. The same principle applies to your horse — their body needs a gradual warm-up, activation, and gentle strength-building approach.

Learn more about your horses body and movement, and how to unlock your horses ability and wellness in this mini course!
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