Balancing Your Hockey Off Season
We have reached an exciting time of year. The NCAA Frozen Four produced wonderful games. Major inline tournament circuits are in full swing. The NHL playoffs are just beginning and the entry draft is just around the corner. Unless you are living under a rock, every...
Off Ice Training for Hockey Goalies
Off ice training plays a vital role in the development of hockey players. USA Hockey follows the Long Term Athletic Development principles as the basis of their program. These principles will assist in creating a more consistent training regimen. Today’s training...
Compete Continues Partnership with Ontario Jr. Reign
Compete Sports Performance and Rehab continues its partnership with Ontario Jr. Reign Hockey Club. Watch this episode for more detail on how we work with their team below! [video width="1280" height="720"...
How to Improve Your Speed As A Hockey Player
The time for off-season hockey training is upon us. At this point of the year, the focus should shift to how we can improve and make gains for the next season. Almost every hockey player I work with wants to get stronger and get faster. Following a proper training...
Back to Baseball Basics: How to Elevate Your Game
In the sport of baseball, there are a few different components that can separate a good player from a player taking their game to the next level. Many athletes will work on so many different skills to improve their game, instead of focusing on specific areas to...
5 Reasons Adult Should Exercise
Let's chat about exercising as an adult. It's not just about losing weight or changing how you look. That may be one of the many benefits, but let's break down five top reasons why adult should exercise or include fitness in their daily lives. 1. Prevention of daily...
How To Have A Successful Hockey Season: Preventing Groin Injuries
A successful hockey season filled with wins, goals, assists and enjoyment can be easily derailed by a groin strain. The groin musculature or adductor group is located on the inside of the thigh and brings the thigh back into the midline of the body. This is an...
Building a Sports Performance Program from the Ground Up: Simple to Complex
When building a sports performance program, rehab protocol, or even a sports practice, there has to be a start and finish. Where does it start? How does it progress? What are the goals? These are only a few questions that need to be answered when establishing proper...
Post Season Rest and Recovery in Hockey
As many junior, college, and youth hockey seasons come to an end, it’s time to step back and take a look at the year, recover from the harsh demands both physically and mentally, and set goals for the coming off-season. Hopefully, you are playing in the USA Hockey...
What is a Separated Shoulder?
Can you tell me what a “separated shoulder” is? It’s not the same as a dislocated shoulder and you may be surprised to know how many professional players have sustained this injury. In fact, when I recently spoke with Joe Huff, the Head Athletic Trainer for the...
How do I Create a Workout Program for Myself?
Have you ever wanted to start working out and getting in shape? Once you were motivated, did you have a hard time figuring out what to do for your workouts? Did you ever give up when you were confused? In this article, the goal is to give you a general roadmap to...
The Importance of Ankle Mobility in Skating
Have you ever heard a skating coach tell an athlete to get lower or get your knee over your toes? Sounds easy, but it may not always be the case. These types of skaters may not physically be able to get lower due to either strength deficits or lack of mobility or...