When we think about equine fitness, we usually think about strength, conditioning, and soundness. But there's another piece of the puzzle that's just as important: body awareness. Proprioception is your horse's ability to know where its body is in space, and it influences everything from balance and coordination to stepping over poles, navigating uneven footing, and jumping a fence. As Dr. Julie Vargas explains, it's an important part of helping every horse become a stronger, more confident athlete. #theplaidhorse #equinehealth #horsehealth #horsemanship #equinerehab #equineperformance #horsefitness #groundpoles #horseandrider #equestrian #horsecommunity #horsesofinstagram #equineeducation #sportsmedicine #theplaidcast #horsefirst #ourindustry #ridereducation #soundhorse #equineathlete