CONDITIONING FOR HOCKEY

The Risks Of Coaches Neglecting Scientific Research In Their Training

By | May 7, 2023
The Risks Of Coaches Neglecting Scientific Research In Their Training

This just might be one of the most important posts to be found here on my CoachChic.com website — I truly mean that. The reason? I’d say it’s because a head coach’s unwillingness to seek out and then adhere to the latest in scientific principles is quite likely to harm his or her players — in numerous ways, and over both the short term and the very long term…

Great Hockey Conditioning Ideas – Part 2

By | May 6, 2023
Great Hockey Conditioning Ideas – Part 2

Okay, having just watched that video showing my older guys experimenting with some different ways of rope skipping, I think the following videos should make some sense…

Another Introduction to Floorball

By | April 29, 2023
Another Introduction to Floorball

By now I’m hoping you’re seeing floorball as a pretty fast-paced and exciting team sport that has grown in popularity around the world…

Great Hockey Conditioning Ideas – Part 1

By | April 27, 2023
Great Hockey Conditioning Ideas – Part 1

While I never want to abandon any training ideas that are working well, you can almost be sure that I’ll make some changes to my teaching approach…

Some After Hockey Practice Observations

By | April 11, 2023
Some After Hockey Practice Observations

While this is going to be brief, I suspect that the subject is as meaningful as it gets.  It’s not going to be about skills or strategies, by the way.  However, if we can all achieve what I’m about to suggest, a youngster is bound to become highly skilled and smart in the end…

“Progressive” Strength Training

By | April 2, 2023
“Progressive” Strength Training

Strength training is obviously an excellent way to build muscle and improve overall fitness. However, you won’t see much progress if you don’t understand how to progress the weight, sets, and reps over time…

More Thoughts on Off-ice Skill Development for Ice Hockey Players

By | March 30, 2023
More Thoughts on Off-ice Skill Development for Ice Hockey Players

Off-ice skill development is an important aspect of a hockey player’s training regimen. It can help
one improve his or her game and reach full potential on the ice…

The Benefits of Plyometrics

By | March 17, 2023
The Benefits of Plyometrics

Are you looking to take your fitness to the next level? Want to improve your speed, power, and endurance? Look no further than plyometrics…

The Importance of Rest and Recovery During Intense Hockey Training

By | March 4, 2023
The Importance of Rest and Recovery During Intense Hockey Training

One of the most important reasons for taking time off after a hard workout is to allow muscles to repair themselves. Athletes create microtears in their muscles when they train hard, and…

What It Takes to Make It in Hockey

By | February 24, 2023
What It Takes to Make It in Hockey

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