Suppling a Stiff Horse Q&A

[@victorialowry638]

Counting out the strides in the gait, which you mentioned in another video has really helped. I hadn't ridden in 39 years and my core is not what it was back then due to lack of exercise.

[@AmeliaNewcombDressage]

It'll come back, it's like riding a bike!

[@cbwawa]

Thank you, I really appreciate your videos. Great easy to understand explanations, I m learning a lot!

[@AmeliaNewcombDressage]

You're very welcome!

[@debbiepalmblad7627]

I like both of your perspectives! The release of the bit he so emphasizes is pretty important I think because what else is the horse working for?? If it's not in our minds we can get so off track (& frustrated) trying other things.

[@AmeliaNewcombDressage]

Yes the release is so important!

[@brucepeek3923]

Horse learn from the release.. People- like Amelia says have a hard time breaking their bad habit of not releasing.. In order to get there the human needs to start practicing releasing.. This is why riders should do work in hand with a snaffle bit and practice Bauchers flexions because - tah dah- after each flexion the rider releases..so they have experience giving to the horse. best Bruce Peek

[@kellythyben3984]

I have a now 22 year old retired mare whom I tried dressage with and no matter how many saddle fitters and lessons correct riding this mare would never round. The eventual diagnosis was kissing spine. She has a long back and her confirmation made it very difficult for her to round even with correct riding. She is retired now not ridden and have a young prospect with better confirmation and easily goes round and forward. I believe conformation has a key role in what you’re saying here.

[@AmeliaNewcombDressage]

it can certainly be an advantage to help them with a natural clear rhythm!

[@NaunetteMartin]

Amelia I'm doing so good with my horse and I have convinced win I ride my horse and I want to thank you Nanette

[@AmeliaNewcombDressage]

Yay! Good work!

[@NaunetteMartin]

@AmeliaNewcombDressage you are welcome Amelia can I ask you can I use a did ring on my horse win I'm riding and could you do a video on bits Nanette

[@Ridingforwardwithmaria]

I think I over ride, try to hard 😊but I have gone up a level so we are not getting competitive scores yet and I am going to shows with the mindset of training it’s really helping 🧡🇦🇺

[@AmeliaNewcombDressage]

You got this!

[@noraelcar-verdon3356]

Could you address the leg and thigh and seat aids that will help the suppling of the rib cage and and shoulder softening. Also the hind end moving forward.

[@AmeliaNewcombDressage]

Have a look at this video: amelianewcombdressage.com/dressage-training/3-steps-to-round/?KZbin&General

[@lisa-maridutoit1149]

Hi I'm not dressage rider I'm a show jumper but lately I noticed my horse is on the forehand and does not seem to come up in front what could I be doing wrong or what can I do to fix it

[@AmeliaNewcombDressage]

Think about lifting up his shoulder - practicing transitions will help!

[@MelanieCase-se1hd]

How do you feel about elastic neck stretcher as a training aid for lunging?

[@AmeliaNewcombDressage]

I try to avoid using training aids and focus on using groundwork or riding patterns and figures! Would love to have you join us for an upcoming webinar to learn more: amelianewcombdressage.com/contact-and-connection-free-webinar-2024-a/?+DTR+2024&fbclid=IwY2xjawE588FleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHUokrva6ey6uriZvAWrtQdt8AiRdDSu6Pruy59kb46rggqXsn-hTKT1eyA_aem_5aLiWYIkUqD_hhiNYk-h1A

[@MelanieCase-se1hd]

@@AmeliaNewcombDressage joined for September 8th, thank you!

[@NaunetteMartin]

Amelia can I ask you can you do a video on bits thank you Nanette

[@AmeliaNewcombDressage]

Sure. I will add it to the list.

[@NaunetteMartin]

@@AmeliaNewcombDressage you are welcome

[@CamdenJones-kr1dp]

Hey Amelia, I have a question or statement

[@AmeliaNewcombDressage]

What would you like to ask?

[@CamdenJones-kr1dp]

Hey, I have a question for you

[@AmeliaNewcombDressage]

What would you like to ask?

[@CamdenJones-kr1dp]

I changed Horses and the horses name that I am riding is Cees he is 16 years old and my question is how Wood I keep him around good night Trainer says do not mess with his face

[@CamdenJones-kr1dp]

Hi