Sports Psychology for Dancers | Lauren Ostrander McArdle
Ballet Science9 Nov 2025

Sports Psychology for Dancers | Lauren Ostrander McArdle

Former professional ballerina Lauren Ostrander McArdle, MS (Sports Psychology), joins the Ballet Science Podcast to unpack the mental side of dance... how to manage perfectionism, channel nerves, and build a reliable pre-performance routine.


We delve into injury psychology, explore identity beyond ballet, and discuss practical sport psychology tools that dancers can utilize in class, auditions, and on stage.


What you’ll learn:

🧠 How Mindset Impacts Technique, Artistry, And Consistency
😮‍💨 Tools For Performance Anxiety (Breathing, Self-Talk, Arousal Regulation)
💪 Building Confidence That Isn’t Dependent On Casting Or External Validation
🩹 Injury Psychology In Three Phases: Acute, Rehab, And Return-To-Dance
📋 Ritual vs. Routine: Evidence-Based Steps To Perform At Your Best
💎 Navigating Career Transitions And Dancer Identity After Retirement
🎓 How To Find Qualified Mental Performance Help (What CMPC Means)


Follow Lauren Ostrander McArdle:

Instagram: @behindthecurtain.spp


Watch Video on YouTube


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