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What is Plane of Motion and why does it matter in training? Planes of motion refer to the directions in which the body moves. There are three types of planes: Sagittal Plane: Separates the body into left and right. Frontal Plane: Divides the body into front and back. Transverse Plane: Splits the body into top…

Top 3 Hockey Off-Ice Questions Answered There are so many myths out there it’s tough to know what to listen to and how to train properly. With that in mind we came up with our top 3 Hockey Off-Ice questions and provided our professional insight into how to focus in and get the most out…

Top 5 Elite Kettlebell Exercises for Hockey Training Kettlebells can be very advanced movements especially some of the exercises we’ll break down in todays article. But once you master your weight transfer and ability to use the weight as an extension of your body your hockey potential can truly be unleashed! KB Skater Clean This…

Are you losing weight the way you want? The number on the scale might be going down, but is it truly effective for your goals? What does this really mean? A person’s body weight consists of muscle, bone, water, and fat—factors often overlooked when referring to “bodyweight.” Traditional scales only show total weight and don’t…

Top 3 Hockey Stride Performance Increases Everyone is always looking for the best exercises to get a faster hockey stride, instead of focusing on specific exercises, focus on mastering your body mechanics during those exercises to truly maximize your stride speed and performance! We’ll break down our 3 most important stride mechanics to master. Load…

Athletes often strive to achieve personal and team-oriented goals throughout the season. Key questions include: When should I work out? What’s the best time for intense training? How do I cut weight effectively? How can I improve my speed? Understanding the optimal timing of these elements during the season is crucial. Let’s break the season…

5 “MUST DO” Plyo Exercises for Hockey Players Plyometrics or jump training should be an essential piece to every hockey players program…but what are the best bang for your buck exercises to take your performance to the next level? There are a million different exercises or training programs out there but we’re going to break…

Training for Movement Versus Isolated Body Parts/Goals A common request from personal training clients includes: “Can you help me lose this area?” (pointing to the stomach or hips), “I want my biceps bigger,” or “I want a six-pack.” Here are two important points to remember when creating a goal-oriented personal training program with your trainer:…

When athletes aim to increase their weight, it’s crucial to consider several key factors. Three primary questions often arise: How will this weight gain affect my performance? Am I aiming to maintain weight while losing fat? Or, am I seeking to build muscle, which will inevitably lead to overall weight gain? Setting Your Weight Gain…

Top 3 Training Methods for Hockey Players Part 2 In Part 1 we focused on what the top 3 training techniques to focus on to improve your hockey performance training program. This included concentric, eccentric and isometric technique variations. In part 2 we’ll cut right to the chase and show you our top exercises to…

Top 3 Ways to Prevent Wrist and Fist Injuries While Boxing In boxing, many fighters experience hand injuries, primarily to the wrists and knuckles. One of the main reasons for these injuries is poor punch mechanics. Many hand injuries are a direct result of boxers slapping and pushing punches instead of properly closing their fists…

I Need to Get Faster: Improving Running Mechanics   Strong and Stable Ankles, Hips, and Knees For athletes, having a strong foundation is crucial. Unstable ankles, knees, and hips can lead to serious injuries such as ACL or LCL tears, twisted ankles, or awkward landings. Building stability and strength in these joints is essential for…