Ride On with Julie Goodnight

By Julie Goodnight

Helping horses, one human at a time. Each month, horse trainer, clinician, and host, Julie Goodnight, breaks down the topics riders want to hear about most—whether you’re new to horses or refining you... more

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Number 1: The Trail-Ready Horse: Safety, Manners, and Confidence Beyond the Arena
Trail riding may look like the most relaxing thing we do with our horses, but it can also be one of the greatest tests of their training. In this episode of Ride On! with Julie Goodnight, Julie explains what it really means to have a trail-ready horse. From ground manners and emotional fitness to trail etiquette and rider judgment, she shares the skills every horse should master before heading beyond the arena. Julie also shares updates from the ranch, including Colorado's severe drought, Rip's latest adventures, and an amusing story that perfectly illustrates how horses think—and sometimes don't think. In What the Hay?, she answers listener questions about refining cues with a sensitive horse and choosing the right tack for mountain trail riding. Whether you ride local trails or dream of exploring the high country, this episode will help you build the confidence, partnership, and preparation that make every ride safer and more enjoyable. The Making of a Trail Horse Series: Part 1: https://signin.juliegoodnight.com/articles/free-articles/julies-blog/the-making-of-a-trail-horse/ Part 2: https://signin.juliegoodnight.com/articles/the-making-of-a-trail-horse-part-2/ Part 3: https://signin.juliegoodnight.com/articles/free-articles/julies-blog/the-making-of-a-trail-horse-part-3/ Part 4: https://signin.juliegoodnight.com/articles/free-articles/julies-blog/the-making-of-a-trail-horse-part-4/ Goodnight's Guide to Great Trail Riding Book: https://shop.juliegoodnight.com/product/goodnights-guide-to-great-trail-riding/ Speak the Language DVD or Streaming video: https://shop.juliegoodnight.com/product/horse-behavior-dvd/ https://shop.juliegoodnight.com/product/behavior/ Academy Membership LINK: https://signin.juliegoodnight.com/
July 01, 202639min
Number 2: Blogpost: Cueing with Clarity- Misbehaving or Misunderstanding?
When a horse does not respond to a cue the way the rider hoped, there is a natural tendency to put the blame on the horse. “My horse won’t canter.” “My horse refuses to turn.” “My horse isn’t listening.” “My horse is being difficult.” But in reality, the horse is simply responding to the stimulus given, in the only way he knows how. If the response is not what we wanted, the first place to look is not at the horse’s attitude, but at the clarity and consistency of the rider’s cues.
April 28, 20268min
Number 3: Understanding Separation Stress in Horses: Herd Bound, Barn Sour, or Just Social?
In this episode of Ride On with Julie Goodnight, Julie takes a thoughtful look at one of the most common—and misunderstood—behavior challenges horse owners face: separation stress. Why can some horses quietly leave the herd while others panic, call, rush back, or completely shut down? And why is it sometimes the horse left behind—not the horse being ridden away—that has the biggest reaction? Julie explains the difference between these two forms of separation anxiety, shares an update from the ranch, and tells a story about helping her young colt Rip build independence in small, manageable steps. Then, in What the Hay? Q&A, she answers listener questions about a mare with severe distress when left alone, a newly bonded horse, and the story behind the flags hanging in her indoor arena. The Secret Ingredient: Managing the Herd-Bound Horse https://signin.juliegoodnight.com/articles/the-secret-ingredient-managing-the-herd-bound-horse/ Horsemanship Homework Calming Exercises https://signin.juliegoodnight.com/articles/free-articles/julies-blog/horsemanship-homework-april-2020/ Your Horse’s Quiet Place; Teaching the head down cue https://signin.juliegoodnight.com/articles/training-advice/your-horses-quiet-place-teaching-the-head-down-cue/ Back from the Brink: Managing Emotional Meltdowns in horses: https://signin.juliegoodnight.com/articles/back-from-the-brink-managing-emotional-meltdowns-in-horses/ Saddle Fit Guide https://signin.juliegoodnight.com/articles/training-advice/saddle-fit-guide/ Leave Julie a Google review https://g.page/r/CSISpaMrd33aEAE/review Goodnight Academy https://signin.juliegoodnight.com/ Behavior video https://shop.juliegoodnight.com/product/behavior/ Leadline Leadership https://shop.juliegoodnight.com/product/lead-line-leadership-full-video/
March 17, 202645min
Number 4: The Art of Breaking It Down
In this episode of Ride On! with Julie Goodnight, Julie shares spring updates from the ranch, including recent expos, clinics, travel, and the latest training progress with Rip, Scotch, Tomcat, and the senior horses. Then, in Long Story Short, Julie reflects on Rip’s slow, thoughtful education and how short, positive, well-timed lessons can build a stronger foundation than rushing or drilling. The main topic explores “the art of breaking it down”—why baby steps matter in horse training, why riders often struggle to identify them, and how to build complex skills through simple, progressive steps. In What the Hay? Q&A, Julie answers listener questions about a mare who bucks at the canter and preparing horses for emergency evacuations, including sound desensitization, catchability, and trailer-readiness. Horse Goals or Bust, Goal Setting worksheet https://signin.juliegoodnight.com/articles/horse-goals-or-bust-goal-setting/ GPR Vol 1, Balance & Rhythm https://shop.juliegoodnight.com/product/balance-and-rhythm-full-video/ GPR Vol 2, Comm and Control https://shop.juliegoodnight.com/product/communication-and-control-full-video/ Lead Line Leadership https://shop.juliegoodnight.com/product/lead-line-leadership-full-video/ Goodnight Bitting System https://shop.juliegoodnight.com/product/goodnight-bitting-system-package/ Bit Basics https://shop.juliegoodnight.com/product/bit-basics-full-video/ HGOB Goal Worksheet https://signin.juliegoodnight.com/articles/horse-goals-or-bust-ready-set-go/
May 12, 20261h 3min
Number 5: Horse Goals or Bust Step 3: Fitness & Conditioning
This month is all about getting in shape & making a conditioning plan to reach your goal! I talked about rider fitness in my blog this month, which I will touch on, but in this episode we’ll focus on the horse. I’ll walk you through evaluating your horse’s current fitness level, and how to develop the right conditioning plan to help your horse get stronger, prevent injury, and perform better. Show Notes: Download Julie's Horse Goals or Bust Goal Worksheets: JulieGoodnight.com/podcast#horsegoals Join the #HorseGoalsOrBust Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/horse-goals-or-bust Julie's Blog: JulieGoodnight.com/Blog Julie's 5#Challenge Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/goodnight-challenge Cosamin Joint Supplement Julie Mentioned: https://www.cosamin.com What the Hay? Q&A Resources: Winter Riding Tips: https://signin.juliegoodnight.com/winter-exercises Daily Dose Videos for Respecting Space: https://signin.juliegoodnight.com/video-training-tips/?s=ground&orderby=title&order=asc Resources About Spoiling Horses, Hand Feeding Treats, Boundaries: https://signin.juliegoodnight.com/?s=boundaries https://signin.juliegoodnight.com/?s=treats
February 25, 20231h 27min