Hockey Training Podcast

A common problem a lot of coaches run into is the fact that not all hockey training information is applicable in real life scenarios. Workouts for hockey teams need to be practical, simple to follow, and not require a lot of equipment in order to get the job done well. In this podcast, I give you a super simple to follow formula that you can use to create hockey specific conditioning workouts for...

Plyometric training is one of the most effective methods for improving explosive speed, acceleration, agility, and overall conditioning. The problem is, so many hockey coaches do not know how to do it properly and don't follow what the science suggests is best. Instead, they use what's cool to post on Instagram rather than what's truly beneficial to drive hockey performance. Listen to this podcast...

What exactly do NHL players do on a week-to-week basis during the season to optimize their performance? What type of training do they do? What does their diet look like pre/post-game? All of this and so much more is answered in this amazing interview with coach Curt Truhe from the Arizona Coyotes! If you want a "done for you" hockey training program that you can use right away to become a better p...

Ankle mobility and stability are arguably the two most key factors towards improving hockey performance that are routinely overlooked. Yet, they are the two most critical things you need to have in place to take your edge work to an elite level out on the ice. Listen to this podcast and perform both the test and the exercises to start skating better today. And if you're ready to take action, the a...

You're not "stuck" with the reaction time you were given at birth. It is a trainable quality in hockey athletes, the problem is most hockey players or coaches don't know how to train it properly. In this episode, i'm going to teach you about the four strategies of hockey reaction time training and give you drills you can use right away to improve your performance. If you want a "done for you" hock...

You're not "stuck" with the coordination you were given at birth. It is a trainable quality in hockey athletes, the problem is most hockey players or coaches don't know how to train it properly. In this episode, i'm going to teach you about the four categories of hockey coordination training and give you drills you can use right away to improve your performance. If you want a "done for you" hockey...

Working hard AND working smart is critical to becoming a better hockey player. By placing both your time and finances into these six categories you can have the confidence you need to ensure you are doing everything you can to achieve your hockey dreams. Listen to this podcast and find out what your next big move is! If you want a "done for you" hockey training program that you can use right away...

Working really hard and not getting the results that you were expecting is a crippling situation to be in. You're motivated and you're giving it your all, but, you're just not seeing the performance increases out on the ice that you thought you would be seeing right now. If this sounds like you, today's episode is a must-listen. If you want a "done for you" hockey training program that you can use...

In Episode 76 of the HockeyTraining.com podcast Coach Dan outlines one of the most common questions we get here at Hockey Training: "What can I do for active recovery?" Or, put another way: "What can I do during the season for better recovery before games?" All of this and much more is answered in this information-packed episode. Let's go! If you want a "done for you" hockey training program that...

In Episode 75 of the HockeyTraining.com podcast Coach Dan outlines what healthy fats you should eat, why you should eat them, how much of them to eat, and WHEN to eat them! Nutrition is just as important as training,   you don't want to leave any stone unturned when it comes to your intake if you want to maximize your hockey performance. Use these exact food and calorie recommendations and let's g...

In Episode 74 of the HockeyTraining.com podcast Coach Dan outlines some of the biggest mistakes hockey players and hockey coaches make when designing dryland training programs. Don't spend your time in the gym, INVEST your time in the gym. Use these four strategies to bullet-proof your programming. If you want a "done for you" hockey training program that you can use right away to become a better...

In Episode 73 of the HockeyTraining.com podcast Coach Dan outlines some of the biggest mistakes hockey players make when they're in the gym and what you need to do to maximize your results. Don't spend your time in the gym, INVEST your time in the gym. Learn from my mistakes and listen to this podcast so that from this day moving forward you skyrocket your progression. If you want a "done for you"...

In Episode 72 of the HockeyTraining.com podcast Coach Dan outlines 5 strategies that hockey players can use to fast-track their recovery process. Injury is always chaotic, but, your strategy for repair should not be. The body undergoes a natural and predictable repair process, listen to this podcast to support every step of the way and give your body the raw materials it needs to accelerate remode...

In Episode 71 of the HockeyTraining.com podcast Coach Dan gives you an exact schedule you need to follow if you're serious about optimizing your performance all season long. Proper scheduling is the foundation that ensures you peak your performance on game nights, you CAN'T mess this up! Use this template that Coach Garner created himself so that you can dominate this year. If you're ready for a c...

In Episode 70 of the HockeyTraining.com podcast Coach Dan sheds some light on the years of experience he has working with hockey athletes and lets you know the #1 mistake they make when it comes to them realizing their hockey dreams. Funny thing is, it's so simple -- yet so effective at producing massive performance-enhancing results in hockey athletes. If you're a hockey player, this podcast shou...

In Episode 69 of the HockeyTraining.com podcast Coach Dan outlines exactly how goalies need to be approaching their in-season training so that they can have the best season of their life. Goalies have MANY different needs than the other players on the ice, anybody who says they can be on the same program as the forwards and defensemen has no idea how to design optimal hockey strength and condition...

In Episode 68 of the HockeyTraining.com podcast Coach Dan gives you insight on some of the biggest mistakes he see's hockey players make during the in-season. This short episode is filled with insight on both training and nutrition application for optimizing your in-season. If you want to have your best season yet, listen up! If you want a "done for you" hockey training program that you can use ri...

In Episode 67 of the HockeyTraining.com podcast Coach Dan gives you a crash course on protein optimization. Training is only a stimulus, you NEED nutrition to ensure you adapt from the stimulus (actually make progress!). If you want to reach your potential, this episode is non-negotiable. It's a must-listen. If you want a "done for you" hockey training program that you can use right away to become...

In Episode 66 of the HockeyTraining.com podcast Coach Dan walks you through the mindset tactics of the best athletes on the planet. Performance begins in the mind and ends in the body. If you want to reach your potential, this episode is non-negotiable. It's a must-listen. If you want a "done for you" hockey training program that you can use right away to become a better player this year, check ou...

In Episode 65 of the HockeyTraining.com podcast Coach Dan provides you with an information packed episode that goes over: 1. How many carbs should you be eating on non-training, training, and hard training days? 2. When is the best time to have these carbs? 3. What type of foods that contain carbs should I be eating? If you want a "done for you" hockey training program that you can use right away...

In Episode 64 of the HockeyTraining.com podcast Coach Dan gives you tips on how you can continuously become a better hockey player, even on your off-days. There are three worlds we need to cover: Mental, Physical, and Nutritional. Use these 5 tips on your off-days so that you can dominate out on the ice! If you want a "done for you" hockey training program that you can use right away to become a b...

In Episode 63 of the HockeyTraining.com podcast Coach Dan gives you a 5-Step ritual that you need to complete if you want to become the best possible version of yourself. Training, nutrition, mindset, and sleep quality are all covered in this one -- so it is a must-listen for anybody who is interested in true hockey training optimization! If you want a "done for you" hockey training program that y...

In Episode 62 of the HockeyTraining.com podcast Coach Dan outlines one of the biggest mistakes young hockey players are making in the gym during the off-season. Knowledge is power, you can't just go in the gym and try to wing things -- Even if you're already on a structured program. Once we outline the mistake, we are going to go through 4 different ways to solve it. Let's go! If you want a "done...

In Episode 61 of the HockeyTraining.com podcast Coach Dan outlines the perfect strategy you can use every morning to dominate your days. When you use this strategy, you can expect both your body and mind to be on a totally different level for the entire day. It's no mistake why the most successful people of all time had a morning ritual, they WORK. If you want a "done for you" hockey training prog...

In Episode 60 of the HockeyTraining.com podcast Coach Dan answers the commonly asked question: How hard should hockey players be training? Naturally, this is a complicated question that depends largely on the time of year you ask this. Listen to this episode to learn how hard you should be training in-season, post-season, off-season, and pre-season. If you want a "done for you" hockey training pro...