Flatwork is very important for developing horses for jumping. Being mindful of the tempo of the horse's gaits will help improve their quality. Incorporating transitions and an exercise such as the "spiral-in" will help the horse engage the hind end. This is an episode featuring a recording from a lesson taught by Denise.Denise Youell, a USHJA certified hunter/jumper horse trainer and barn owner, draws on her experiences from over 30 years of professional work in the industry...

In this episode, Denise explores the curious similarities between driving a car and riding a horse.Denise Youell, a USHJA certified hunter/jumper horse trainer and barn owner, draws on her experiences from over 30 years of professional work in the industry by sharing knowledge and ideas to help with riding and caring for horses. Music: DriftMaster by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comDo you have a question or an idea for the show? Visit the Barn Aisle on social! FB...

A brief overview of the EHV outbreak in California in February 2022. Equine Herpesvirus-1 (EHV) is a very contagious virus and can cause fever and respiratory illness in horses. A variant of EHV-1 can also cause neurological disease. Check out he links below for a deeper understanding.Resources: 10 Things You Might Not Know About Equine Herpesvirus-1 (EHV) and Equine Herpes Myeloencephalopathy (EHM)Biosecurity for HorsesEquine Disease Communication CenterHow to Take Your Hor...

Denise made an audio recording of one of her lessons, and is sharing it part of it with you. This portion of the the lesson focuses on the ABCs: Arms, Base of support, and Connection.In this episode:A trot warm up exercise to lengthen and secure the riders leg.Arm awareness and its effect on the horse's carriage and balance.Connection: riding the horse "from back to front".How the rider's seat, hips and legs create a solid "base of support". Effect of Base and Arms on p...

Companion video to Walk The LineDenise Youell, a USHJA certified hunter/jumper horse trainer and barn owner, draws on her experiences from over 30 years of professional work in the industry by sharing knowledge and ideas to help with riding and caring for horses.Do you have a question or an idea for the show?Interact on FB and IG @barnaislepodcast, Twitter @barnaislepod Music: DriftMaster by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comDo you have a question or an idea for the show? Visit the...

It's time to enjoy a summer of horse travel now that the pandemic appears to be winding down!In this episode. a brief overview of:Transportation for horses to shows or other venuesTow vehicle and trailer service checklistPaperwork for travel, vaccinationsWhat do I need to bring?Denise's Complete Show Packing ListDenise's Trunk Packing ListDenise Youell, a USHJA certified hunter/jumper horse trainer and barn owner, draws on her experiences from over 30 years of professional work in the industr...

Some brief thoughts as I reflect on the past week of competition.Do you have a question or an idea for the show? Visit the Barn Aisle on social! FB and IG @barnaislepodcast Twitter @barnaislepod

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When riding in a clinic, realize what your have learned (positive and otherwise) and apply it to your future rides.In this episode:Clinics are great for a fresh look at your riding and training.Approach clinics with an open mind and a desire to learn.Take both praise and constructive criticism as valuable input to your knowledge base.Practice! Denise Youell, a USHJA certified hunter/jumper horse trainer and barn owner, draws on her experiences from over 30 years of professional wor...

Why do riders not spend more time working their horse at the walk? In this episode:Horse's footfall and moments of suspension in the trot and canterHorse's footfall and lack of suspension in the walkUnderstand following the movement of the horse in the walk with the rider's bodyRider body awarenessDenise Youell, a USHJA certified hunter/jumper horse trainer and barn owner, draws on her experiences from over 30 years of professional work in the industry by sharing knowledge and ideas to ...

As riders we often consider footing, temperature and humidity when deciding when or if we should work or compete our horses. Now add air quality to the list.In this episode:Riding in poor air qualityUsing facts to form an educated decisionWeighing risks, benefits and outcomesMonitor horses in less than ideal circumstancesDenise Youell, a USHJA certified hunter/jumper horse trainer and barn owner, draws on her experiences from over 30 years of professional work in the industry by sharing...

Understanding herd behavior in horses can help you understand how to work with your horse more productively.In this episode:Humans need to be the "leader" of the relationshipGroundwork and herd dynamicsMares vs StallionsUnderstand that herd behavior is instinctiveDenise Youell, a USHJA certified hunter/jumper horse trainer and barn owner, draws on her experiences from over 30 years of professional work in the industry by sharing knowledge and ideas to help with riding and caring for horses.Do...

As riders, getting hurt is inevitable. Injuries not only leave physical scars, but scar our confidence too. Sometimes chronic pain or the fear of re-injury makes us reevaluate our riding. Denise talks about her spine injuries and the fear of falling, and how she ended up back in the show arena with the horse she felt she thought she would not be physically able to ride.In this episode:Dealing with fear and/or injuryGetting rattled by past eventsFinding a physical and mental comfor...

A social media meme sends Denise investigating the art and physics of modern forward seat riding.In this episode:Equitation: Art and scienceCreating an efficient systemEvolution of classical and forward seat riding Denise Youell, a USHJA certified hunter/jumper horse trainer and barn owner, draws on her experiences from over 30 years of professional work in the industry by sharing knowledge and ideas to help with riding and caring for horses.Do you have a question or an idea for th...

Do you ever go to look something up then end up with so much information you don't know what to do with it? Someone, somewhere, came up with that info, and stored it in a way that you eventually found it! What about your own ideas and experiences? Do you go down "the rabbit hole"? Denise shares her recent journey into fact-checking the definition of a word.Do you have a question or an idea for the show? Interact on FB and IG @barnaislepodcastMusic: DriftMaster by Shane...

We take such good care of our horses, let us not forget to take of ourselves! Denise has a few basic tips on conditioning your own body for an increase in riding activity. And it is not that different from how we would condition our horse!Do you have a question or an idea for the show? Interact on FB and IG @barnaislepodcastMusic: DriftMaster by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comDenise Youell, a USHJA certified hunter/jumper horse trainer and barn owner, draws on her exp...

We all wish that we didn't make mistakes in the show ring or in life. Accept the past and be grateful for the knowledge you now have. You are a better horseman, and person, because you have learned from your past.Do you have a question or an idea for the show? Interact on FB and IG @barnaislepodcastMusic: DriftMaster by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comDenise Youell, a USHJA certified hunter/jumper horse trainer and barn owner, draws on her experiences from over 30 year...

Have you been unable to ride your horse as often as you would like? Has your horse lost his fitness and you want to prepare him an upcoming outing? Denise has a few ideas about diet and exercise to help get your horse out of "pasture potato" status and ready for future events!Do you have a question or an idea for the show? Interact on FB and IG @barnaislepodcast Music: DriftMaster by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comDenise Youell, a USHJA certified hunte...

Join your host for conversations about tack and training, tips and troubles. All things equestrian, just like you would you do when you are at the the stables, hanging out in The Barn Aisle.Denise Youell, a USHJA certified hunter/jumper horse trainer and barn owner, draws on her experiences from over 30 years of professional work in the industry by sharing knowledge and ideas to help with riding and caring for horses. Do you have a question or an idea for the show? Interact on...