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EPISODE · Nov 28, 2025 · 24 MIN

If You Lunge to Calm Your Horse… You Need This Episode!

from The Horsemanship and Mindset Podcast · host Kimberly Dunn of Idyllwild Horsemanship and Mindset Coaching

Why lunging to ‘take the edge off’ doesn’t work for horses...in this episode I’m breaking down one of the biggest myths in the horse world: that lunging a fresh, spooky or tense horse will magically calm them down. We talk about:why lunging often increases tensionhow adrenaline affects your horse’s behaviourwhat to do instead to create connection, calm and confidencesimple groundwork that regulates your horse without exhausting themnervous system resets for both horse and riderPerfect for riders who deal with spooky horses, anxiety, loss of confidence, rushing, over-reactivity, and pre-ride nerves.Subscribe, share, and stay tuned — My new book...The Equestrian’s Guide to Confidence & Connection releases on 9th December. Eeeek! As always, any questions or comments, email me at [email protected] or find me on the socials at @thehorsemanshipandmindsetcoach

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