Hockey Training Podcast

"I skate to where the puck is going to be, not where it has been." - Wayne Gretzky When The Great One talks, we ALL listen! In this episode, I breakdown how you can improve your "hockey sense" so that you become an all-around better hockey player. If you want a "done for you" off-season hockey training program, the new Off-Season Hockey Training 2020 programs are now live! Join the team here: http...

In this episode, I break down the equipment I recommend any serious hockey player to have in their home gym at all times. Even when the COVID-19 shutdown is over, it's nice to have these as a back-up so that you never miss an important workout to become a better hockey player. This simple list of equipment will give you everything you will ever need to have a complete approach to your programming....

In this episode, I break down six different agility exercises you can do at home with no equipment to improve your high velocity direction change and stop-start speed. This episode will arm you with 3 "quick feet" and 3 "strength-based" exercises that you can do with no equipment during the COVID-19 lockdown. Beyond this, I also provide the "why" behind each exercise so you can customize it to you...

In this episode, I break down six different exercises you can do at home with no equipment to improve your all-around hockey performance. This episode will arm you with 3 bilateral and 3 unilateral exercises that you can do with no equipment during the COVID-19 lockdown. Beyond this, I also provide the "why" behind each exercise so you can customize it to your own needs and preferences. If you wan...

In this episode, I break down six different exercises you can do at home with no equipment to increase your shot power. Just because you're in quarantine doesn't mean you can't make big gains in hockey performance. This episode will arm you with 3 GPP and 3 SPP exercises for shot power so you can improve all off-season long. If you want a "done for you" off-season hockey training program, the new...

COVID-19 is forcing the majority of us to continue our off-season hockey training at home. Because of this, we need bodyweight-only movements to target every muscle group in the body so we never stop making progress. The problem is...how do we isolate the different upper body muscles? Find out the simple solution to that question in today's podcast and learn my 8 favorite at-home upper body exerci...

In this episode, I discuss the importance of core training as it relates to hockey speed development and how you can still do everything you need to do at home. The problem? Most people only train one section of the core when there are four sections that all deserve equal attention. Listen to this podcast and let's built a bullet-proof hockey core this off-season. If you want a "done for you" off-...

In this episode, I cover how to become an all-around faster skater. COVID-19 shutting down all of the gyms and rinks will not stop you from improving your performance because at-home hockey training done properly will take your game to the next level. Do these exercises (in the order I recommend them in!) and I promise you'll transform your skating speed without needing ANY equipment. If you want...

Speed kills. That saying has been around a long time because it's true, there isn't any other quality that makes you stand out more on the ice then being a blazing fast skater. I want to teach you what you need to focus on so you know EXACTLY what you need to focus on to take your speed to the next level. Pen and paper out for this one! It's time to get to work. If you want a "done for you" hockey...

In this episode, I answer ten excellent questions submitted by YOU! Mental performance, physical performance, nutrition, and everything between are all covered in one single episode. If you love hockey, you're going to love this episode. If you want a "done for you" off-season hockey training program, the new Off-Season Hockey Training 2020 programs are now live! Join the team here: https://www.ho...

In this episode, you're going to discover the six-point checklist that will allow you to crush this off-season and improve your all-around hockey performance. By having these in check, you won't be "winging" your efforts. Instead, you will have a blueprint for success that will GUARANTEE you become a better hockey player. If you want a "done for you" off-season hockey training program, the new Off...

In this episode, you're going to learn how to use the Regeneration Phase post-season to create the "sling shot effect" that is going to improve your entire off-season. Like the old saying goes; "Champions are built in the off-season" Although this is true, it is only true if you do your off-season correctly and in a hockey specific way. Listen to this episode and shock everybody with the progress...

In this episode, you're going to learn why bodyweight-only training is BETTER than weight training for getting the best results for young hockey kids. Hockey parents and coaches have been looking for a safe and effective way to get hockey specific results for years. The days of being confused about what to do are gone, yo can guarantee your kid transforms his/her performance this year by checking...

Intuitively, female hockey players know their hockey training program design shouldn't look exactly like their male counterparts. And you know what? They're right. Muscle fiber typing, bone structure, and hormonal differences make program design mechanics a significant difference in several ways. Listen to this episode and get caught up to date on the real science behind training female hockey pla...

Thank you for all of the fantastic questions! In this episode, I cover a ton of topics including training with no equipment, how to get faster, what music you should listen to before a game, and MUCH more! If you want a "done for you" hockey training program that you can use right away to become a better hockey player, check out: https://www.hockeytraining.com/programs

Although we all want to optimize our performance out on the ice, we make the mistake of thinking that's Step #1. But it's not, it's Step #2. You can only accomplish Step #2 if you perfectly nail Step #1 first. Let's talk about that first step and how it's going to help you dominate during the playoffs. If you want a "done for you" hockey training program that you can use right away to become a bet...

Over 90% of the sports supplements out there aren't worth your time or money, but, a few are. Today, I want to talk about one hockey-specific supplement you can take that has an incredible amount of well-structured research behind it. Looking at the data, this is both safe and effective for improving your hockey speed. If you want a "done for you" hockey training program that you can use right awa...

If you're anything like me, you're setting goals like crazy right now so you can become the best version of yourself that you have ever been in 2020. Goal setting is so critical to the process of hockey success, the big problem here is a lot of hockey players do this WRONG. Because of this, I wanted to record a podcast for you on some of the biggest pitfalls I see hockey players run into during th...

Goalie specific training is something that is both trainable and easily understandable. Sports science has come a long way in understanding the biomechanical demands of certain athletic movements and how we can create a true hockey goalie workout to drive real on-ice improvements. Send this to all the goalies you know, these exercises are a game changer! If you want a "done for you" off-season or...

Are you checking all of the boxes when it comes to being a world-class hockey trainer, coach, or aspiring strength and conditioning specialist for hockey players? A lot of coaches are pretty good, but, you will not reach a world-class level of program design until you understand these eight crucial tips for producing the best hockey-specific results. Give this episode a listen, and I apologize in...

Becoming a world-class hockey coach means you must master both the science and art of hockey training program design. If you are somebody who wants to turn your passion for hockey into a successful and rewarding career then this episode will be a game changer for you. Hockey coaches, trainers, and aspiring strength and conditioning coaches -- This is a must-listen for you and you'll discover exact...

You aren't what you can do, you only are what you can recover from. If you have been listening to the Hockey Training podcast for any length of time, you know this is something I repeat often. The reason I do that is because it's critically important to ensure you're doing everything you can to become a better hockey player. Use the test in this podcast today to measure your fatigue and adjust you...

Many hockey players think they need to improve their speed and conditioning, and although that may be partly true, many times they increase both of these once they start eating right. Your body can go, it just needs the right fuel to do so. Follow these guidelines and eat the example meals I talk about in this podcast so you can dominate out on the ice. If you want a "done for you" hockey training...

Showing up a brand new player come playoff time used to be a pipedream, but, if you apply this exact schedule I can guarantee you improvements in your agility, speed, conditioning, strength, and mobility all in less than a month. If you have been slacking off with your in-season training (or, not training on a hockey specific program at all during this season), then this is a must-listen episode f...

It's happened to all of us, we all have a bad game from time to time. The difference between those who reach their potential in this sport and those who don't is how you respond to tough times like this. In this episode, I lay out the foundation of a hockey performance mindset so that you can bounce back from any game. If you want a "done for you" hockey training program that you can use right awa...