In this episode of Mark Langley's Horsemanship Podcast, Mark and Jenny tackle the challenges of training reactive and shut-down horses. From a Shetland pony struggling with freezing behaviour to a standardbred mare overcoming hyper-focus, Mark shares insightful strategies to engage a horse's mind and foster a more responsive partnership. Tune in for practical advice on creating a balanced and open mindset in your equine companions, ensuring a smoother and more enjoyable training journey.

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Join Mark and Jenny Langley as they delve into the art of finding softness in horses and why softness is different from lightness. Listen to understand why softness is the ultimate goal that riders seek; with specific tips to help a hard eyed horse become softer.

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Horseman Mark Langley gives some short exercises for you to do with your horses over winter to help when you bring them back into work later in the year. Plus how you can create personal space with horses that you have spent a lot of time grooming and are very comfortable with you - particularly if you now need to start to train them. Also - explaining what the indirect and direct rein are.

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In this episode of Mark Langley's Horsemanship Podcast, we explore key aspects of horse training, including the timing of aids in relation to footfall, strategies to stop a horse from pawing when tied, and techniques to help a shut-down horse become more responsive. Mark shares insights on achieving a centered mindset in horses and the importance of focusing on their thoughts rather than just their movements. Join us for practical advice and expert tips to enhance your horse training approach.

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

In this episode of Mark Langley's Horsemanship Podcast, we delve into the intricacies of float loading, exploring why horses may become hesitant to load and how to address these challenges. Mark shares insights on the importance of preparing horses for travel, not just loading, and discusses the impact of float design on a horse's comfort. We also cover practical techniques to help horses manage anxiety and claustrophobia during transport. Tune in for expert advice on ensuring a smooth and stress-free experience for your equine companions.

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

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

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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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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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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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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