SKATING

Beware of Some Foolish Training Devices

By | August 22, 2023

Okay, the above title might seem a bit pushy (if that’s the right word), but please hear me out…

A Few Off-season Training Thoughts

By | August 17, 2023

Of course, amateur players approach hockey with varying degrees of devotion. Working mostly with pretty dedicated kids, I’ve designed a very long-range, off-season plan to include age-specific speed, agility and strength work…

The Merits of a Family Slideboard

By | August 12, 2023

How about the merits of having a slideboard around this lady’s house?  Ha…  What do you think I had to say about that?

Stride Length Versus Stride Frequency

By | July 18, 2023

A recent question submitted to our friendly Professor Bee asked, “What can I do to increase my stride?”  Our mascot did his best to answer that query — and he went to some lengths to do so, but he kinda missed sharing the most important advice when it comes to hockey skating.

One Aspect of Skating That Coaches Find Most Challenging to Teach

By | July 5, 2023

Here’s the one aspect of ice hockey skating that coaches often find most challenging to teach…

The Most Important Drills And Exercises For Intermediate-level Hockey Players

By | May 30, 2023

Intermediate-level ice hockey players should practice a variety of drills and exercises that focus on developing their skating, puck handling, passing, shooting, and defensive skills. Here are some of the most important drills and exercises that intermediate-level ice hockey players should practice…

Avoid These Common Intermediate-level Playing Mistakes

By | May 25, 2023

Playing ice hockey can be a thrilling experience, but even intermediate-level players can sometimes make mistakes that affect their performance and their team’s success. So, let’s take a closer look at the more common mistakes and how they might be avoided (while at the same time adding a little levity to a sometimes frustrating area of our game)…

Improving Hockey Speed And Agility

By | May 22, 2023

If you’re an intermediate-level ice hockey player looking to zip around the rink with lightning speed and unmatched agility, we’ve got some cool tips for you! By focusing on a few important areas and following a regular training routine, you’ll soon be moving across the ice like a pro…

Essential Skills For Intermediate Hockey Players

By | May 17, 2023

Intermediate-level ice hockey players need to master a range of skills to succeed in the sport. These skills include both individual and team-based abilities, as well as physical and mental attributes…

The Risks Of Coaches Neglecting Scientific Research In Their Training

By | May 7, 2023

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…