Ask Horse Journal: 11/00
…a minimum longe-line length is 30 feet. Longeing on a 60-foot circle is similar to riding the horse on a 20-meter (60-foot) circle. Be sure to measure the line, since…
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Ask Horse Journal: 06/99
…to promote an easier time during delivery. What sort of weight ratio do you think is acceptable, without causing undue stress’ Should I forgo riding for longeing, or is this…
Conditioning Averts Injuries
…with turnout and light longeing, he’s OK for another show the next weekend. He also has a career that lasts a couple of years, and then he’s living on bute…
All About That Base!
…positions without pulling on their horses’ mouths accidentally. You need to have an instructor or ground helper who is skilled at longeing and a quiet horse who is experienced, forgiving…
How Can I Keep My Horse Happy and Fit?
…working on riding forward and straight. Longeing is another beneficial way to develop cardiac fitness. Keep in mind that longeing isn’t limited to the schooling ring and working in a…
Overcome Chronic Spooking
…notice it over there.” Take small steps toward the end goal. Once the horse is OK with the sack in my hand while longeing, I might move it around. Or…
Media Critique: Kottas On Dressage
…a young horse, which feels frustrating at first, with a lot of sections on longeing and in-hand work. That said, a “trained” horse might benefit from a few steps back…
Every Minute Counts
…time that is. Groundwork Longeing exercises: Use sending drills—point the horse in the direction you want him to go and send him out to longe on a circle—changes of direction, sidepasses,…
Every Minute Counts
…time that is. Groundwork Longeing exercises: Use sending drills—point the horse in the direction you want him to go and send him out to longe on a circle—changes of direction, sidepasses,…
Safe & Successful Comebacks
…is a good place to start.” As your horse continues to regain his strength, avoid longeing, free longeing, riding in small circles and other activities that may cause a strain….