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As hockey players in Nanaimo ourselves, we understand that a hockey training program must meet the demands of a very physically challenging, multi-sprint sport.
Physiologically field hockey is a close match in many ways to soccer. As a performance hockey player, you're called on to perform continuously for 70 minutes with just one 5-10 minute interval. This places a high demand on the aerobic system and good aerobic endurance is required to support repetitive bouts of high intensity exercise.
Anaerobic power and anaerobic endurance is a large part of the focus for training for hockey. Although the majority of the game is spent in low-level activity such as walking and light jogging, repeated back-to-back sprints make speed and tolerance to lactic acid an important characteristic in players. At O'Dwyers Fitness, we'll make sure you get the right training to help you excel at this very demanding sport.
We'll structure a strength training program that is second to none - one that is central to a hockey training program. Our custom built program will produce the power that is required for acceleration, speed and quick changes in direction. Upper body strength allows players to shoot more powerfully and pass over a greater range of distances.
The unique demands of the sport mean that strength endurance is just as crucial as explosive power. Careful fitness training and a structured approach to goals both in and out of the gym is required to ensure that both muscular power and muscular endurance can be effectively developed alongside each other without leading to over-training and fatigue. Hockey conditioning also plays a crucial role in injury prevention. Correct training can help to minimize any risk.
Contact Us to set up your consultation. We'll show you how O'Dwyers Fitness can help you achieve your athletic goals in record time.
O'Dwyers Fitness
Personal Fitness Training, Nutritional and Supplement Sales, Sport Specific Consulting
Pat O'Dwyer - Certified Personal Trainer
Mailing Address: 4621 Bates Road, Nanaimo, BC. V9T 3C2
Ph: 250-755-9560 Fx: 250-758-7465
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