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HOCKEY TRAINING AND NUTRITION
I’m excited to share my knowledge about hockey, nutrition, and strength and conditioning. After earning my degree in Exercise Science, I was fortunate enough to play professional hockey for 9 seasons. (Learn More)
Now, my goal is to help young aspiring hockey players reach their goals. In this section of my website, you’ll find countless tips regarding correct exercise techniques, nutritional advice, proper training styles, and so much more.
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U11 At-Home Hockey Core Workout
I’ve put together a safe and effective training plan for U11 hockey players to follow along at home if they’re looking to improve their core strength. This video will be for kids who want to get more stable on the ice, improve their stride length (because their core...
Will Creatine Make Me Slow?
I was asked the above question the other day by one of my athletes. And the question reinforced the importance of speed in sports. You can be big and strong, but if you're not fast then you're in trouble. Before we find the answer to whether or not creatine will make...
From Box Jumps to Breakaways: How Hockey Players Can Improve their Game with Smart Training
A quick internet search will yield numerous videos of individuals attempting to jump on exceedingly high boxes. Occasionally, you may even stumble upon clips of failed attempts. Although visually impressive when they land on the box, the activity ultimately serves as...
Importance of Warming up For Hockey
When it comes to hockey, there's nothing quite like the thrill of being on the ice. Whether you’re a rookie or an experienced veteran, every player knows that the thrill is really only there if you're playing at your best. And in order to be at your best you have to...
Strength Training for Ice Hockey: Upper Body
I think we can all agree that it's important for hockey players to lift weights. By getting stronger and more explosive in the legs you're able to skate faster and longer without getting tired. When we look at the upper body, having more strength up top allows you to...
A Simple Way To Build A Stronger Stride!
Without Needing To Be On The IceThere are many ways to improve your skating stride in the gym or even at home. I find too many players feel they need to be on the ice in order to improve their skating. While it does help to be on the ice it's not always necessary. ...