VIGOT Editions156 pagesGillian Higgins, Stephanie Martin. This book provides all the information allowing riders to make informed choices to maximize their own and their horse's potential, to enjoy working with them more and to enhance their skills. - The first part focuses on the basics of anatomy and the physical preparation of the horse from a morphological perspective. It also deals with the importance of posture and addresses the issues of asymmetry and compensatory mechanisms. - The second part contains various suggestions aimed at improving attitude, gaits, posture, flexibility, trunk stability and musculoskeletal health. - The book, which thoroughly addresses questions of anatomy and skeletal maturity, offers numerous exercises for the physical preparation of the horse, stretching, postural strengthening, as well as ground pole work and gymnastic jumping, beneficial for the horse regardless of the discipline targeted. This book explores horse training and management from a new perspective, that of anatomy and biomechanics, with the well-being of the horse as a central theme. HIGHLIGHTS - An original approach, shedding new light on how to manage the horse. - The beautiful illustrations, painted directly on the horses, showcase and celebrate the beauty of equine nature.