Summer training pushes the physical and mental limits of every skater. It’s a time to challenge yourself beyond what you’re used to and embrace the, let’s face it, pain. A good workout should burn, make you drip sweat down to the floor, and leave you out of breath. Sometimes, it’s…
By: Gabriella DeBono Paying attention to hydration is essential for successful training, but it’s especially important when you start ramping up your training and doing workouts in the sunshine! How do I know if my body is hydrated? 1. Urine colour Don’t be grossed out… Take a look! The colour of…
Last week, we talked about how goal setting can keep you motivated and organized throughout your summer training– setting you up for a successful season. This week, we talked to mind-body performance coach, Rebekah Dixon, about the specifics of short-term goal setting and avoiding burnout! Here’s what she had to…
By Gabriella DeBono Summer training is unique to the rest of the year. It’s dense, it’s tough, and it’s pivotal – making it essential to set goals. Having a plan provides your training with direction and will keep you motivated and confident through your six to eight-week training program. Before…
Are you tired of eating the same snacks at the rink every day? Maybe you’re not feeling as energized as you’d like. With the sun shining and warm weather upon us, it’s time for some new snack ideas that will keep your body and mind ready to train! 1. Peanut…
Foam rolling is a type of myofascial release– fascia being the connective tissue around your muscles. Foam rolling can increase muscle range of motion, reduce delayed onset muscle soreness, and improve skeletal muscle functioning. But, when is the best time to foam roll? Foam rolling before and after a workout…
I just turned 30 few days ago and did my double axel on the first try today. I haven’t jumped in over a year on the ice. Yesterday I was telling the skaters how it was possible – it all comes down to off ice training! I train 4 days…
Proper training shoes deliver comfort in key moments for young athletes. The shoe should offer optimal protection and support, which helps prevent ankle and foot pain during any form of exercise. Remember, investing in proper equipment both on and off the ice will help your skater get the maximum benefits of training….
Off-ice jumping is important to develop rotational axis, spatial awareness and simulating the on ice jumps. However, in order to improve vertical jump, skaters need to do much more than just practicing off-ice jumps. Research shows that the depth jump is one of the top exercises to help improve jump…
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