The scoop in all

?Confidence can seem like it comes out of nowhere sometimes, but it’s usually a combination of proper preparation and putting in the work!  Getting stronger physically can obviously have huge effect but also mentally how a player perceives himself can sometimes be the biggest thing holding them back. We’ll breakdown where a player can build…

“Got Boxing? Boxing for You, Boxing for Everyone” Embracing Inclusivity: Boxing for Everyone” No matter your age, gender, body type, or background, boxing offers incredible benefits for everyone. As a boxing coach, allow me to illuminate the profound impact of stepping into a boxing gym, both physically and metaphorically. You might wonder if boxing aligns with…

Boost Your Game: Top Shoulder Mobility Exercises for Hockey Players In hockey, shoulders often bear the brunt of strain due to the constant need to keep the stick in front, and react quickly to the puck, often leading to limited mobility as the season goes on. Don’t worry, we have a few stretches that will…

Training Aspects Boxing Belt System (Hoodie system) Why the Belt System: There are many martial arts disciplines, one of which, in our opinion, holds the most weight in belt ranking is jujitsu. Earning the belt comes with not just theory and ability to perform but the ability to apply, teach, and adapt. Having good technique…

? The off-season is here and it’s time to start training for next year! Hockey stride performance is always at the top of the mind of every parent and kid at season end. “How do I improve my stride?” How do I get faster?” We’re here to help answer those questions and be as efficient…

What is Shadow Boxing? We’ve all been in our local supermarket, gym, shopping mall or even on break at work and have witnessed someone fighting the air or what seems to be an imaginary opponent, right? Well, that’s called Shadow boxing and 9 times out of 10, the individual you observed practicing it, is probably…

The Principle of Overload… Training Aspects Personal Training and Sports Performance: Tells us that to progress and improve the body, it must be under tension beyond what is normal. As we get older, we spend more time being comfortable and less active. The excuse often given is, “…my body is breaking down.” However, taking the…

?Flexibility and mobility, what’s the difference? These two words have very similar meanings, so determining which means what can get a little confusing. We’ll break it down for you! We’ll go over what each means in training terms, the difference between the two and how to get the best hockey performance benefit! How We Define…

“Jumping Rope Enhances Your Athletic Performance” Explore the multifaceted advantages of jumping rope and elevate your exercise routine to new heights. Embrace this dynamic activity for a healthier, more energized you. Dynamic Warm-up: Incorporate jumping rope for a high energy warm-up to kickstart your workout. Elevate your heart rate and enhance blood circulation quickly, while…

How to Increase Acceleration How to Increase Acceleration? Improving first 3 steps: What is acceleration? Acceleration is being able to “change direction in a high velocity” or often referred to in hockey as “first 3 steps”. Within the first 3 strides, you will know who’s going to win the “race to the puck”.  Overlooked with…

Training for performance or just for health is a great experience of growth, but when the excitement of progress begins to dwindle, it’s natural to wonder “Why the plateau?” I will uncover the top three reasons that might be thwarting your results. Let’s navigate the challenge of adapting to changing fitness levels, shed light on…

“I went to a fight the other night and a hockey game broke out” – Rodney Dangerfield. Hockey is a game of speed, agility, change of direction, power, and of course, finesse. In a very similar way, boxing movements and athletic needs are great ways to complement and elevate the skills of a hockey player.…