Sports Psychology Archives - Sidelines Magazine

Understanding Focus

Monday, June 24 2024 by Michelle Greene

By Margie Sugarman

I have two daughters, one of whom has ADHD. They both love riding and competing. What’s interesting is that their “issues” regarding focusing, though quite different, have been addressed by understanding their focusing techniques. Could you explain … [Read more]

Published in Sidelines Feature, Sidelines Spotlight, Weekly Feature

Tagged under: sport psychology, Sports Psychology

Taking a Break Results in Refreshed Return to Riding

Saturday, June 17 2023 by Elliette Baker

Sports Psychology Column

By Margie Sugarman

I have been showing for five months straight. I have a couple of horses that I compete in the Big Eq and I frequently catch-ride hunters for other trainers. I love it all! However, … [Read more]

Published in Sidelines Feature, Sidelines Spotlight, Weekly Feature

Tagged under: margie sugarman, Sports Psychology

Returning To The Show Ring

Thursday, January 26 2023 by Ruby Tevis

By Margie Sugarman

It’s been a while since I’ve shown. After Indoors we turned the horses out and let them be horses. But now it’s time and I’m getting ready to head to Florida for the winter circuit. I’m feeling … [Read more]

Published in Weekly Feature

Tagged under: show ring nerves, Sports Psychology

The Impact of Thoughts

Sunday, August 07 2022 by Ruby Tevis

By Margie Sugarman

I fell off at a big show I qualified for last year. I thankfully qualified again this year, but I’m so nervous to attend. I’m afraid I’m going to remember the fall when I’m there. I’m afraid … [Read more]

Published in Weekly Feature

Tagged under: confidence, Sports Psychology

Mindset: Making or Breaking a Comeback

Sunday, June 26 2022 by Ruby Tevis

By Margie Sugarman

Someone recently approached me with this story, which might sound familiar to many of you: “I’ve been riding somewhat more confidently and comfortably for the past year. Then a Facebook memory reminded me of when I broke … [Read more]

Published in Weekly Feature

Tagged under: equestrian, horses, margie sugarman, Sports Psychology

The Inner Voice of Fear

Saturday, January 15 2022 by Ruby Tevis

By Margie Sugarman

I’ve been riding for 30-plus years and for the most part have not found myself concerned or nervous about the danger of the sport—until recently. I’ve become a mother, and since then there is a voice in … [Read more]

Published in Sidelines Feature

Tagged under: Sports Psychology

September 2021 – Table of Contents

Monday, August 16 2021 by Website Editor

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CONTENTS

Sidelines Superstar

Captain Lisa Rakes — Educating, Protecting and Befriending on Horseback

Shelli Breidenbach

Equine Minimalist Photography

Megan Ghere

Detours, Dealerships and Dream Job

Sports … [Read more]

Published in 09-2021, Front Cover

July 2021 – Table of Contents

Monday, June 21 2021 by Website Editor

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CONTENTS

Sidelines Superstar Ian Gaudio

Helping Others and Creating Community

Julie Lawther

Sharing the Love of Horses in Art

Maddy Keck

At Home at Savannah College of Art … [Read more]

Published in 07-2021, Front Cover

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The Challenge Perspective

Saturday, April 17 2021 by Ruby Tevis

By Margie Sugarman

When I’m riding, it can sometimes be hard for me to stay positive. My trainer is a person of few words and this often leaves me wondering what she really thinks. When she does give corrections or … [Read more]