Posts Tagged ‘Russ Sinkewich’
Become A Student Of The Game!
Often, you’ll hear the phrase “be a student of the game”, but does your athlete truly understand the meaning of this. The impact of living this this idea to its fullest can be profound! No different than our effort and application in the classroom at school the same needs to be done around the sport.…
Read MoreThe NEED For SPEED
When it comes to skating development, we get one recurring themed question above the rest. “Can you help my child get faster?” That answer is always YES! Here’s an awesome at home off-season training exercises to build that speed! Speed Training at home Making your speed and lower body strength training a priority is a…
Read MoreFinish The Year Up Strong
We’re down to the wire! Whether your team is in position to take home a championship or you’re seeing the season end in sight – There’s no better time than this moment to finish the season off the right way! Prioritize what matters most right now: Your contributions to your team Focus on your controllables…
Read MoreWinning Against Stress & Anxiety
As the second half of the season heats up. The uptick in the stress and anxiety is likely to follow. Here’s some helpful tips to help combat these challenges and create a different mental approach to tackling them head on! Awareness Become aware of the thoughts that are present in your mind. Identify the good-bad,…
Read MoreTurning Lemons to Lemonade
Things work out best, for those who make the best out of the way things turn out. This was the first quote you would read when you walk into the Portland Pirates [AHL] locker room. Now, years removed from that time in my life, that quote has a greater meaning than I would’ve ever…
Read MoreKeeping Accountable At Home
Within the current state of slowing down and staying in, we’re finding ourselves with a lot of idle time. Stay accountable and use the off time to your advantage! Lock in on your nutrition and physical activity! Here’s some simple aspects to work into your home training regimen! Speed Agility foot speed ladder Sprinting –…
Read MoreMake the Most Out of Your Off-Season!
Having a plan in place is paramount to maximizing your off-season. Just as every player is unique, so should each player’s plan for development! Here’s a few key factors to work into your game plan as you’re mapping it out! Targeted Areas of Improvement Be critical and assess your deficiencies. Action Plan Once…
Read MorePlaying with Confidence
It’s easy to overlook the value and impact that a player’s confidence has on their performance. Unlike other tangible skills – you can’t see it, touch it, measure it… The positive (or negative) affects your confidence can have on your game is undeniable! Confidence ultimately comes from within, although there’s are a few guidelines that…
Read MoreWhat’s in My Hockey Bag?
Good question! Over the years you would be amazed with some of the stuff we’ve seen smuggled in our athlete’s hockey bags! What should be in my hockey bag? Besides your equipment – the necessities! Here’s my go-to traveling set up: Equipment Bag [A MUST] This is the home of your tape, wax, mouth guard,…
Read MoreIn Season Hip Mobility
Just because you’re in the heart of your season doesn’t mean your stretching and mobility should be put on the bench. Hopefully, you’re lucky enough to have a team or coach that prioritizes time for pre-practice/game warmups. Regardless if you’re doing a quick warmup with your teammates or on your own, here’s a few simple…
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