In this episode of Mark Langley's Horsemanship Podcast, we explore common challenges faced by young, newly started horses, focusing on those that get easily frightened and those sensitive to girth pressure. Mark shares insights from his extensive experience starting over a thousand horses. We also discuss practical techniques for addressing these issues, including the use of belly ropes to help horses control pressure and improve their responsiveness. Tune in to learn how to create a positive training environment and avoid common pitfalls in horse training.
Mark Langley provides solutions to support horses as well as positive training approaches. His psychological approach fosters soft mindsets and horses active decision making. Gain improvements in your horse through his Online Membership. FREE for 7 days! Membership includes personal support from Mark. Find out more: https://www.marklangley.com.au/join
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Training Tips: If riding out makes your horse anxious
Perhaps your connection with your horse is fine. Ground work is fine. But when it comes to riding out or riding in new places, your horse's anxiety levels rise. Listen to find out what you can do about it to curb the anxiety and build your skillset. Mark Langley takes us through understanding anxiety and how training can help the anxious horses out on trail.
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Horsemanship Training Challenges: when should you increase or stop the program?
Horseman Mark Langley divulges his insights to help with horse training challenges: from whether you should complement your horse ("good horse!"); to knowing when to increase or stop the training program; to helping the sensitive horses and the shut down horses - how do you approach their training?
He discusses the importance of understanding a horse's past experiences, particularly those with negative memories, and how these can affect their current behaviour. Mark emphasizes the need for patience and consistency in training, focusing on simple, achievable tasks to build confidence and trust. He also highlights the significance of creating a calm, focused environment for both the horse and trainer, and the role of voice and body language in effective communication.
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Tying Up a Horse: How to Educate them for this
There are many ways to teach a horse to tie up. Mark Langley takes us through how to educate your horse to understand rope pressure and tying up - reducing accidents and trauma associated with tying up. Listen for some great horse training tips. Also - the concept of lifting the wither: what it is and how it helps with performance.
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Stopping the Buck in a Canter Transition
In this episode, Mark Langley tackles a variety of horse training challenges, from managing a horse that bucks during canter transitions to addressing anxiety in tight spaces. Discover practical tips for improving your horse's response to pressure, enhancing their comfort with floating, and understanding the nuances of hyper-flexibility. Whether you're dealing with a young gelding's curiosity or a horse's fear of barns, Mark offers insights to help you build a more trusting and effective relationship with your equine partner. Tune in for expert advice and actionable strategies!
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About Mark Langley Horsemanship Solutions for Partnership
Mark Langley horse training tips with a unique psychological perspective. Answering REAL horse training questions with practical and compassionate solutions. Help and advice on how to overcome common horse problems in a way which doesn’t use dominating and damaging techniques but influences their mindset and sets you up for long term success and partnership.
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