Sports Psychology for Dancers with Lauren Ostrander McArdle

ByCaroline Simpkins, Ph.D. November 9, 2025August 21, 2026

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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.

Connect with Lauren Ostrander McArdle:

Instagram: https://instagram.com/behindthecurtain.spp

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