You’ve just gotten a new horse, but he’s only green broke. You’re working with a trainer but you’re not ready to back your horse yet. Or, your horse is coming off of an injury and you really want to continue…
I can’t ride – what do I do?
Lunging – Where to Begin
Maybe you’ve only lunged a horse when your trainer was around, or quickly before a show. You might have a horse who is just coming off of an injury and your vet says, “He needs to be lunged before you…
How to Teach Your Horse to Balance on the Lunge Line
Does your horse often stumble on the lunge line or trip over their own feet under saddle? Do you find yourself constantly having to pick your horse’s head up? Riding and working this way can be frustrating for you, and…
How to Teach Your Horse Ground Commands for Lunging
You’ve either seen a trainer or been the trainer on the other end – either way, you’ve seen a horse at the end of the lunge line completely ignoring any aids from his trainer! Have you ever been at a…
We told you something BIG was coming….
We’re SO excited! We have something brand new to share with you today that I can’t wait to tell you about. Lunging Training is hosting a LIVE online masterclass in just 2 short weeks on the topics we get asked…
Lunging Exercises When You’re Just Getting Started
Whether you have a young horse who you haven’t backed yet or you’re brand-new to the art of lunging, it’s important to make sure you’re starting out on the right foot (or hoof!) Usually when we think of lunging, we…
How to Encourage Your Horse to Bend around the Circle
Imagine getting out onto the lunge line with a relaxed and happy horse. A horse who has self-carriage, rhythm, and bends around the circle. A horse who enjoys lunging and benefits from the cross-exercise to riding. Does that seem impossible? …
How do I Build my Horse’s Topline?
Have you ever looked at picture’s of other people’s horses and thought, “Dang, I wish my horse had a topline like that!” Maybe your horse has come off of winter with less strength than you wanted. Or you might have…
How to Use Half-Halts for Lunging
Maybe you’re a long-time lunger, or maybe you’re just starting out. You and your horse are starting your lunging training session and all of your equipment is correctly attached. You send your horse out onto the circle but then you…
How to Have a Lunge Lesson on Horseback
Have you ever had the feeling that you just can’t get your balance right while riding? Or maybe you want to be able to focus less on your seat and more on what your legs are supposed to be doing.…