BUILD YOUR HORSE'S TOP LINE
Stronger back.
Better performance.
Happier horse.
A strong top line supports everything your horse does – from everyday movement to athletic performance.
Muscle doesn’t just happen.
Your horse needs 3 key things to build a strong top line.
THE WORK
THE REST
THE NUTRITION
01
What is the top line?
The top line is the group of muscles along your horse’s back, loin and croup.
A strong top line helps your horse:
✅ Carry rider weight
✅ Move with balance and collection
✅ Prevent injuries & improve long-term health Improve performance
02
The 3 pillars of top line development
You need all three working together; if one is missing, progress stalls.
03
THE WORK – Build Strength
The right exercises strengthen the muscles that support your horse’s top line.
Great exercises include:
Walk Poles
Encourages the horse to lift their legs and engage their core.
Hill work
Builds power in the hindquarters and strengthens their back.
Transitions
(walk-trot-walk)
Builds engagement, balance and back strength.
Long, low and slow
Stretching over the top line helps build muscle and flexibility.
Serpentines & large circles
Improves suppleness, balance and muscle symmetry.
Progress slowly
and correctly
Quality always over quantity.
04
THE REST – Repair & Grow
Muscles grow when your horse rests, not when they work.
Give rest days
At least 1-2 days off per week (depending on workload).
Quality Sleep
Turnout & deep sleep are when muscles repair happens.
Don’t rush the process
Consistency over weeks and months creates lasting change and a healthy horse.
Manage stress
Stress can hinder muscle growth. Keep routines as calm as possible.
A well-rested horse is stronger, happier and more willing to learn.
05
THE NUTRITION – Fuel the Muscle
Muscles are built on the right nutrients.
What your horse needs:
High quality protein
Essential amino acids (especially lysine) are the building blocks of muscle.
Essential amino acids
Lysine, methionine and threonine are key to supporting muscle protein synthesis.
Vitamins & minerals
Particularly vitamin E and B vitamins for muscle function & recovery.
Good quality forage
The foundation of gut health and nutrient absorption.
Adequate Calories
Forage + good fats (quality hard feed) provide the energy muscles need to grow.
05
It’s a like a Protein Shake…
but for your horse!
Unlike many powdered supplements, HERCULES is a highly bioavailable liquid made with human-quality, pure ingredients. We formulate with effective quantities – not just long ingredients lists – because results come from what your horse actually receives.
Real Reviews. Real Results.
★ 4.85/5 average rating
Based on thousands of verified customer reviews.
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I bought the Hercules having used it before for my 5 year old which came over from Ireland mid March looking both lean and very weak. 2 months on he is looking fabulous after using this supplement and gets compliments everywhere he goes!
Natalie Fisher
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I bought Nancy 6 months ago, looking VERY poor with her spine, ribs, hips all jutting out and no neck. Now Nancy is well covered with a glossy coat and I was complemented on her topline and neck by the vet this week!
Kris Kingsley
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This product is incredible, weve seen amazing results very quickly with our new TB. Going from a skeleton with barely enough muscle to hold her upright to a really healthy weight / muscle coverage and strong enough to start work. Highly highly recommend- couldn’t be happier.
Em
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I just wanted to share a couple of photos of my mare who started on Hercules on March 26th. As you can see, she has really stacked on condition in the past three weeks. The second photo was taken yesterday at ROR winter championships. Super happy!
Alexandra Desbruslais
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I bought the Hercules having used it before for my 5 year old which came over from Ireland mid March looking both lean and very weak. 2 months on he is looking fabulous after using this supplement and gets compliments everywhere he goes!
Natalie Fisher
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I bought Nancy 6 months ago, looking VERY poor with her spine, ribs, hips all jutting out and no neck. Now Nancy is well covered with a glossy coat and I was complemented on her topline and neck by the vet this week!
Kris Kingsley
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
This product is incredible, weve seen amazing results very quickly with our new TB. Going from a skeleton with barely enough muscle to hold her upright to a really healthy weight / muscle coverage and strong enough to start work. Highly highly recommend- couldn’t be happier.
Em
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I just wanted to share a couple of photos of my mare who started on Hercules on March 26th. As you can see, she has really stacked on condition in the past three weeks. The second photo was taken yesterday at ROR winter championships. Super happy!
Alexandra Desbruslais
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