By: Gabriella DeBono Have you ever been told that you knee(s) “buckle” during double or single legged squats? If you have, don’t worry! This is not an uncommon correction for figure skaters and we’re here to help. What may come across as your quadriceps and knees being weak may actually be a…
By: Gabriella DeBono The energy space you create for yourself before you compete is crucial. It is possible to amp yourself up too much or become too relaxed. Success happens in your happy medium and we’re here to help you find it! Don’t get too excited The perfect balance of…
By: Gabriella DeBono Are you already feeling nervous about summer competitions and expecting perfection during practice every day? Although it’s a sign of confidence to expect greatness from yourself, expecting too much too soon can lead to feelings of discouragement and negativity– resulting in decreased day-to-day productivity during training. (If…
By: Gabriella DeBono Some days, it’s difficult to stay positive during grueling summer workouts. Here are 3 simple tips to keep you in a positive head-space and motivated to keep pushing yourself: Share your experiences If you’re feeling tired, it’s likely the other skaters your training with feel the same…
Summer training is one of the most intense training times of the year. You’re likely spending a good chunk of your day at the arena for the entirety of July and August. A more extensive training schedule makes it easy to forget about your life beyond the boards– but don’t. Maintaining a…
By: Gabriella DeBono If you haven’t already, you will likely see a physiotherapist at some point during your athletic career. Physiotherapists specialize in how the body moves, diagnosing injuries, and providing rehabilitative care for musculoskeletal injuries. Injuries of this nature usually occur due to overuse or strength imbalances in…
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…
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