When Leading Gets Sticky: Solving Common Groundwork Challenges

When Leading Gets Sticky: Solving Common Groundwork Challenges

Author: Mark Langley July 26, 2026 Duration: 27:00
What do you do when your horse gets stuck, spooky, hyper-focused, nippy, or simply isn’t responding the way you’d hoped? In this episode, Mark answers member questions about common groundwork and leading challenges, including young horses lacking confidence, horses becoming dull to pressure, sensitivity around touch, nipping behaviours, and horses that become fixated on distractions in their environment. If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re doing the right thing when training gets a little sticky, this episode is full of valuable insights. ⭐ Want to deepen your skills? Join the Mark Langley Horsemanship Online Membership for access to hundreds of training videos, detailed courses, practical exercises, and regular member Q&A support.

Ever find yourself wondering what your horse is really thinking, or feel like you're stuck in a cycle of the same training challenges? Mark Langley Horsemanship Solutions for Partnership digs into those questions with a focus on understanding, not just obedience. Hosted by Mark Langley, this podcast moves beyond standard commands and techniques to explore the psychology behind equine behavior. Each episode is built around real questions from horse owners, offering practical advice that prioritizes compassion and builds a genuine connection. You'll hear detailed discussions on common issues-from groundwork struggles to building trust under saddle-always steering clear of forceful or dominating methods. The aim is to influence the horse's mindset, creating solutions that last and fostering a true partnership built on mutual respect. Whether you're a family introducing kids to their first pony, a dedicated hobbyist, or someone simply passionate about animal education, this series provides thoughtful perspectives for anyone seeking a deeper, more successful relationship with their horse. Tune in for a conversation that redefines horsemanship, one thoughtful solution at a time.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

Mark Langley Horsemanship Solutions for Partnership
Podcast Episodes
Training Tips: If riding out makes your horse anxious [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:16
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Tying Up a Horse: How to Educate them for this [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:54
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Stopping the Buck in a Canter Transition [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:28
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 h…
The Common Triggers for Stress [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:15
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What Mark's Clinics are about [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:54
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Tips for picking up a horse's back feet + more [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:06
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Common problems Under Saddle & Strategies to fix them [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:23
In this episode, we explore effective strategies for enhancing horse handling and riding techniques. Jenny and Mark discuss common challenges such as achieving the correct canter lead, thinking into lateral movement; add…
Why is it that horses get less anxious when you step off them? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:39
Join us this week as we delve into the complexities of managing anxiety in horses during trail rides. Jenny and Mark explore the reasons behind horse anxiety under saddle on a trail ride and share practical strategies to…