Total Hockey Conditioning

Illustrated with more than 450 illustrations, tables and figures âPractice makes perfect," and this maxim is especially important in preparing for the rigors and physical demands of hockey. Total Hockey Conditioning is a comprehensive guide to training and conditioning that includes both the theory and specific programs for all age groups. The book is designed for everyone interested in improving and perfecting their game, from coaches, players and conditioning specialists to those who play hockey recreationally and use it as a form of exercise. The book features many new drills and conditioning methods drawn from the authorsâ international experience, derived from the unique conditioning methods used in Europe and Russia. When Russia almost beat Canada in the now-famous Summit series in 1972, North American coaches and players realized that a year-round conditioning program was essential to the development of excellence in hockey. With this in mind, Total Hockey Conditioning places an emphasis on a range of exercises designed to delay fatigue, improve technical skills and increase mental acuity in a year round regimen of physical and tactical conditioning. The book features: ⢠on and off-ice programs for all age groups ⢠power, speed and strength training ⢠quickness and flexibility training ⢠energy system training ⢠nutrition ⢠mental training And much more!(August 2003)

Achieve the best physical condition year-round with Total Hockey Training and be ready to dominate on the ice. In Total Hockey Training, Boston University strength and conditioning coach Sean Skahan brings you the exercises and drills that have been used in conditioning some of the greatest players in the world. Whether you’re just entering the off-season or chasing playoff contention, this resource has you covered with season-specific programming that will help you take your game to new heights. With ready-to-use programs for all player positions and various levels of play, you have everything you’ll need to train year-round. As you progress, you’ll have access to personal assessment programs that will help you determine your strengths and weaknesses so that you can modify programs to fit your individual needs. Physical conditioning for hockey is a year-round requirement if you want to outperform your competition. With Total Hockey Training, you have the tools you need to elevate your game and perform at your peak.

Dividing the calendar into four primary phases of training, this guide teaches the essential components of fitness as they relate to improved hockey performance. 40 photos.

Hockey Anatomy presents 96 exercises with 68 variations to improve on-ice performance. Highly detailed anatomical drawings highlight muscle groups used during exercise and during game action.

Increase strength and improve quickness and agility with Complete Conditioning for Hockey. This book and DVD features a comprehensive training approach that will build players' physical abilities as well as the hockey-specific skills required for skating, puck handling, passing, shooting, and body checking to achieve your performance goals.

Leading authorities on goaltending bring you the definitive guide to stopping more pucks, winning more games, and lowering your goals against average.

A complete training and conditioning program is now available for coaches, parents, and strength and conditioning experts who work with young athletes, ages 6 to 16. 300 illustrations.

You can improve your strength, speed, agility, and endurance by using the 125 sport-specific exercises and drills in >Complete Conditioning for Ice Hockey>. Peter Twist, NHL strength and conditioning coach, provides the best on- and off-ice training exercises and drills for getting into rock-hard hockey shape.This fully illustrated guide includes:- 23 stretches for flexibility,- 8 on-ice activities for aerobic and anaerobic training,- 37 on- and off-ice strengthening exercises,- 35 drills and activities to develop quickness and agility, and- 22 speed-training drills to add power to skating.Sample practice sessions and conditioning programs help players of all ages and skill levels maximize their training.Numerous NHL stars, including Trevor Linden, Mike Peca, Jyrki Lumme, and Geoff Courtnall are featured in photos demonstrating exercises. All-stars Wayne Gretzky, Steve Larmer, Doug Gilmour, and others discuss what hockey conditioning has meant to their success, and they give tips to aspiring players.>Complete Conditioning for Ice Hockey> will put you in top shape for today`s fast, physical game.