Horse misbehaves

Hi I have a grumpy OLD horse named Bella. I love her color and the good side to her personality but when it's time to ride, forget it! I've tried respect training after going to a Clinton Anderson show but the problem is I don't see her often. I can only see her on weekends. I need advice on what to do to improve her behavior! As soon as I hop on she throws her head and when I try to walk she trots and then won't stop! She's hard to control since I'm not very strong. I'm a beginner and this is my first horse. My parents thought it would be a good idea to get an older horse since they are usually calm and experienced. This horse is actually an ex-jumper and has won national championships, so she's not new to any of the basic things I ask her to do. I can't get another horse and she's too old for breeding plus I'm pretty attached to her. She's 21. If it helps any she's a quarter horse-thoroughbred mix. Any training advice is greatly appreciated.

P.S Im only wanting her to be a trail rider with the capability to run occasionally.

Either take some riding lessons from a qualified coach or get rid of the horse. You are not doing yourself or the horse any favors. If the saddle doesn't fit then why would you put it on the horse? Would you wear clothes/shoes that don't fit and that hurt? Have you had the horse vetted to see if there are any medical issues? Again...take some lessons or get rid of the horse before someone is seriously injured.
 
I have gotten better since posting this but I found out that the bit was to blame! She just needed her teeth floated again. I started riding bareback a few months ago, without the bit and bridle. I attached my reins to a nice Clinton Anderson Halter and she rides like a dream! I think she prefers it that way. she is easier to control when shes not in pain from the bit! Very nice gait too. She is old but she's still got it!
 

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