Hockey Training: Become A Better Hockey Player

Josh Levine discusses the various challenges facing youth hockey, including scheduling inconsistencies, locker room issues, rising costs, and the importance of multi-sport participation. He emphasizes the need for better scheduling practices, the impact of overtraining, and the significance of foundational skills in young athletes. Levine advocates for gamifying skill development to enhance engagement and learning among younger players, while also addressing the misconceptions parents have about athletic development. Connect with Josh Levine:

Physiotherapist and biomechanist Matt Kelly discusses the complexities of hip and groin pain in hockey players. He breaks down the anatomy of the hip joint into five layers, explaining how each layer contributes to common injuries seen in athletes. Matt emphasizes the importance of assessing hip pain through a layered approach, considering factors above and below the hip joint. He also shares insights on lifestyle behaviors, strength training strategies for young athletes, and the significance of movement competency. The conversation further explores hip strength ratios, alternative testing methods, and the impact of asymmetries in hockey training. Finally, Matt provides recommendations for exercises that promote hip health and stability.   Takeaways -The hip joint can be understood in five layers. -Common injuries in hockey players include labrum tears and groin strains. -Assessing hip pain requires looking at the entire kinetic chain. -Playing multiple sports can help reduce injury risk in young athletes. -

Tim Lebbossiere interviews Matt Korthuis, a former professional hockey player turned mental performance coach. They discuss the importance of mental training in sports, particularly in hockey, and how it can significantly impact players' confidence and performance. Matt shares strategies for building confidence through self-awareness, positive self-talk, and visualization techniques. He emphasizes the need for consistency in mental training, likening it to physical training, and highlights the role of meditation in enhancing focus and presence during games. The conversation also touches on the challenges of aligning coaching styles with modern mental training practices. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Mental Performance Coaching 03:02 Building Confidence Through Mental Training 05:52 The Importance of Positive Self-Talk 09:00 Visualization Techniques for Success 11:50 Meditation and Focus in Sports 14:53 The Role of Coaches in Mental Training

Tim Lebbossiere sits down with Maria Mountain, an esteemed exercise physiologist and goalie training consultant, to explore what it takes to excel in the crease. They dive into the key attributes of successful goalies, the critical role of consistent training, and best practices for optimizing in-season goalie development. Maria offers expert insights on building strength from the inside out, addressing the unique conditioning requirements of goalies, and tailoring training programs to individual needs. The discussion highlights the importance of mobility and stability in a goalie’s performance, with Maria sharing actionable advice for both coaches and athletes aiming to elevate their game. Here are some takeaways from the podcast: -Successful goalies love the game and are motivated by it.  -Consistency in training is key to success. -Goalies need to focus on prehab mobility and functional strength. -Building strength from the inside out is crucial for goalies. -Mobility training is as important as strength

  In this debut episode, we’re thrilled to welcome new podcast host Coach Tim Lebbossiere, Assistant Performance Coach for the Boston Bruins. Coach Tim kicks things off by introducing himself, answering listener questions, and sharing his expert insights into hockey performance. He offers a glimpse into his coaching style and training methodologies, emphasizing the year-round importance of power and explosive work. Listeners will also gain actionable advice on in-season conditioning, structuring speed training, and optimizing pregame warm-ups to ensure peak on-ice performance. This is just the beginning—new interview-style episodes with Coach Tim will be released monthly, each packed with valuable strategies and insights to help hockey players take their game to the next level! Takeaways Power and explosive work should be emphasized year-round. Strength training has a longer residual effect than speed training. In-season conditioning should be tailored to ice time and player needs. Distanc

In this episode, I'm going to give you a science-backed hockey groin performance test that you can use to see where you measure up! This is a great tool that can be used to identify if you need to make changes to your programs design for more injury prevention, better edgework, and more powerful crossovers. Lean on the REAL science here and let's make sure you crush it this year. Let's go! Want access to the best Off-Season Programming? Then what are you waiting for, join the team! Check out www.hockeytraining.com/programs and let's get started!

In this episode, I'm going to answer the question "Hey Coach, I got called up but I'm nervous. How can I be more confident playing up a level?" It's natural to have a little anxiety in these scenarios, but there's three truths you need to understand that I know will boost your confidence immediately. Lean on my coaching experience here and let's make sure you create a big impact. Let's go! Want access to the best Off-Season Programming? Then what are you waiting for, join the team! Check out www.hockeytraining.com/programs and let's get started!

In this episode, I'm going to breakdown how viewing hockey as you would your job completely changes your outlook on what you need to do to get better. When I was playing hockey as a teenager I had a part time job at McDonalds, knowing what I know now I would have treated the two exactly the same. Lean on my experience here and let's discuss the foundation four behind this concept and why it will up your game on the ice. Want access to the best Off-Season Programming? Then what are you waiting for, join the team! Check out www.hockeytraining.com/programs and let's get started!

In this episode, I'm going to breakdown how to translate dryland training to maximize your first-step quickness on the ice. Your ability to accelerate is one of the key performance predictors for elite hockey performance, so, pen and paper out for this one! Let's go! Want access to the best Off-Season Programming? Then what are you waiting for, join the team! Check out www.hockeytraining.com/programs and let's get started!

In this episode, I'm going to run through eight different effective fat loss strategies for hockey players. This one will completely avoid any form of calorie and macronutrient counting, so it's perfect for any youth hockey players who need to drop some body fat to improve their hockey performance. Let's go! Want access to the best Off-Season Programming? Then what are you waiting for, join the team! Check out www.hockeytraining.com/programs and let's get started!

In this episode, I'm going to run through eight different effective weight gaining strategies for hockey players. This one will completely avoid any form of calorie and macronutrient counting, so it's perfect for any youth hockey players who need to add some lean mass to improve their hockey performance. Let's go! If you agree and you're ready to take your coaching to the next level, enroll in the Hockey Training Specialist course FAST because it's first come first serve: www.hockeytraining.com/chts

In this episode, I'm going to provide recommendations for hockey players who consistently perform better in practices than they do in games. Almost always when I make recommendations in podcasts it is context specific to an audience. But, for this one, EVERYONE falls into the same bucket. Follow the guidelines provided so you get the best results and perform better than ever moving forward, let's go! Want access to the best Off-Season Programming? Then what are you waiting for, join the team! Check out www.hockeytraining.com/programs and let's get started!

In this episode, I'm going to provide recommendations for hockey players on whether or not they should train to failure. The research has grown tremendously in this area to formalize an idea now known as "effective reps" which clearly articulates that not all reps are created equal. Follow the guidelines provided so you get the best results possible this year, let's go! Want access to the best Off-Season Programming? Then what are you waiting for, join the team! Check out www.hockeytraining.com/programs and let's get started!

In this episode, I'm going to use a combination of tactics and storytelling to give you some great options to stay more motivated toward your goals. This isn't your typical "cheerleader" motivation talk. Instead, this is real stuff you can put to work today to become a better hockey player. Follow these rules and let's go! Want access to the best Off-Season Programming? Then what are you waiting for, join the team! Check out www.hockeytraining.com/programs and let's get started!

In this episode, I'm going to run through what I believe to be the #1 coaching trait any Hockey Performance Specialist should have in order to allow their athletes to reach their ultimate hockey potential. This is something every coach and parent needs to hear because it's not the answer most provide in the industry. But, I combined my years of experience and years reading research and came to this very confident conclusion. If you agree and you're ready to take your coaching to the next level, enroll in the Hockey Training Specialist course FAST because it's first come first serve: www.hockeytraining.com/chts

In this episode, I'm going to layout the super simple rule you must follow when dryland training alongside summer sports. Many hockey players and parents think that just because you're in summer sports that you should stop your off-season training, but this is one of the worst things you can do if becoming a better hockey player is your top priority. Follow this rule and let's go! Want access to the best Off-Season Programming? Then what are you waiting for, join the team! Check out www.hockeytraining.com/programs and let's get started!

In this episode, I'm going to layout the four things that hold hockey players back from getting the best possible results throughout the off-season. There's something for everyone in this episode and if you follow the recommendations I guarantee you'll have the off-season of your life this year. Want access to the best Off-Season Programming? Then what are you waiting for, join the team! Check out www.hockeytraining.com/programs and let's get started!

In this episode, I'm going to breakdown the importance of fruit and vegetable intake for hockey and what are the best ones to support your performance and recovery. The best part? You won't need to completely redo your whole diet and try to stick to something that's totally unsustainable. Let's go! Want access to the best Off-Season Programming? Then what are you waiting for, join the team! Check out www.hockeytraining.com/programs and let's get started!

In this episode, I'm going to breakdown a super simple method that you can use to enhance your Hockey IQ during your dryland off-season training. The best part? You won't need any fancy equipment to get the job done in an extremely effective way all off-season long. Let's go! Want access to the best Off-Season Programming? Then what are you waiting for, join the team! Check out www.hockeytraining.com/programs and let's get started!

In this episode, I'm going to discuss what I think it takes to achieve the ultimate level of on-ice hockey confidence. The crazy part? It has nothing to do with what you're doing on the ice. Tune in and let's create a plan for your domination this year. Want access to the best Off-Season Programming? Then what are you waiting for, join the team! Check out www.hockeytraining.com/programs and let's get started!