Explore Your Summer 2020 IH Magazine!

What’s Inside?

• Dr Rosie Jones-McVey explores how horses help heal humans in the powerful article How Horses Heal Humans.
• Kelly Marks shares stories of grit, growth and glowing moments in My World: Ray of Light!.
• The Seven Sins of Loading Horses — are you making one of these common mistakes?
• Could You Go Bitless? Alison Ball presents the pros and cons of riding without a bit.
• Becoming a Stronger, More Confident Rider — IH Trainer Stephanie Heeran explains how resistance training changed her riding.
• Big Interview: Dr Veronica Fowler — veterinary scientist, horse lover, and a quiet hero in the COVID fight.
• The Horses Inside Out Conference 2020 brings cutting-edge equine science straight to you.
• Being Brave by Gaynor Roberts — an honest, heartfelt story of rediscovering confidence through a beloved pony.
• Member story: From West End star to aspiring horse whisperer — meet 12-year-old Seb Adams-Eaton and his cheeky pony Dudley.

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Why You’ll Love This Issue

There’s something deeply reassuring about this summer’s issue — it meets us where we are. Whether you’ve felt anxious, grounded, inspired or simply in need of a moment of connection, these pages will resonate.

Kelly’s Ray of Light column reminds us that strength comes in all forms — sometimes it’s lifting weights, sometimes it’s just getting back on your feet. Rosie Jones-McVey’s moving research into how horses help heal humans speaks volumes to what we all sense: that horses change us, emotionally and mentally.

You’ll find guidance, inspiration and honest truths — from tips on bitless riding and how not to sabotage trailer loading, to deeply personal member stories of courage, recovery and joy. It’s an issue full of heart, grit, and real support. A perfect companion for these uncertain times.

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Complete Contents with Article Descriptions

04 – My World: Ray of Light!
Kelly Marks reflects on inner strength, surprising detours, and an unforgettable standing ovation in Europe — with her trademark humour and heart.

06 – Letters and Feedback
From hat nests to heartfelt farewells, members share moments of joy, grief and gratitude.

07 – Members’ Photos
Winners, working ponies, rescues and family favourites — our members share their most cherished horsey companions.

08 – IH Member News: Paying It Forward
Veteran Ian Whiting brings the Masterson Method to Help for Heroes veterans in a brilliant example of horsemanship giving back.

09 – Meet a Member: Seb Adams-Eaton
12-year-old Seb — guitarist, stage star, and proud IH member — shares his bond with pony Dudley and his dreams of becoming a horse whisperer.

10 – Special Report: Horses Inside Out Conference
Sue Palmer reports from this fascinating 2020 event, diving into fascia, tendons, brains, hooves and biomechanics.

12 – Members’ Articles: Being Brave by Gaynor Roberts
A tender and beautifully written story about fear, recovery and a pony called Toffee who helped mend a broken confidence.

14 – The Big Interview: Dr Veronica Fowler
From foot-and-mouth disease to fighting COVID-19, Veronica’s story is inspiring, insightful and incredibly human.

18 – IH Training: Could You Go Bitless?
Alison Ball explores the pros and cons of bitless riding, sharing experience, evidence and a few cautionary tales.

22 – IH Training: The Seven Sins of Loading Horses
Kelly reveals the common errors that can sabotage trailer training — and how to fix them with understanding and confidence.

25 – IH Training: Resistance Training for Riders
Stephanie Heeran shares how weight training helped her ride better, feel stronger and build her confidence from the ground up.

28 – IH Training: Horsefly Hunters
Tips and techniques for keeping those pesky summer flies at bay.

30 – IH Training: Small But Mighty – Shetland Ponies
A delightful look at these pint-sized powerhouses and the role they play in education and therapy.

33 – IH Training: Recipes for Good Horsemanship
Simple, smart daily habits for nurturing trust, boundaries and joyful partnerships.

34 – Horses as Healers
Dr Rosie Jones-McVey explores the science and stories behind how horses support mental health and emotional healing.

38 – From the Case Files: Wrapping Up Rodney
A tricky case of discomfort, behaviour and breakthrough.

40 – Spotlight On: Garry Bosworth
An appreciation for a quietly influential horseman and IH supporter.

43 – IHRT Client Feedback & Courses
Real-life praise for IH Registered Trainers and a peek at upcoming learning opportunities.

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