Off-Ice Center
Off-Ice Schedule
From September 12th thru January 10th
Off-Ice Conditioning starts 1 hour and 20 mins prior to Power-Skate
Don McGrath
Head Instructor for Off-Ice
Take a Tour of the Off-Ice Center
Off-Ice Center
Off-Ice Homework
Athlete's Triangle
Importance of Nutrition, Hydration and Rest
Office Ice Tip of the Week.....
You are making good progress in your off-ice conditioning! It is very important you continue to work on your skills and your muscle groups during the week at home!!! It only takes six days of inactivity to loose everything you have gained. At the very least, you should be doing some sort of core work every day. You can do sit ups – leg raises during the commercials …….. hold a forward “Plank” for a commercial break during a game…..The little things add a lot!!! Consistency is the key! While you are playing X-Box, the other team is working on their skills! Remember: You are St. Jude……..There are only two kinds of teams out there…….those who have been beaten by St. Jude & those who haven’t had that experience yet! Lets bring it to ‘em!
Things you need to know about the Off-Ice Training Center
1. Players please do not leave your hockey bag in the lobby of the Southwest Ice Arena area.
2. Arrive on time or at least 10 - 15 minutes before lesson begins.
3. Bring 1 or 2 bottles of water or sports drink....(no pop)..water is terrific!
4. Flat soled shoes such as Vans or Heelies (shoes with the wheels integrated into the soles) are not good for foot support and are not appropriate for the jump ballistic training in which we will be engaged.
5. Sweat band / baseball type cap / shorts (optional), towel
6. What to eat before training here are some helpful ideas for your player.......Learn More What to Eat
7. Expect a little muscle soreness…. This will dissipate with hydration & conditioning. A hot bath accompanied by stretching also works well. In extreme cases, an OTC analgesic (ie: Children’s Tylenol helps.) In the event of a muscle strain / sprain remember
R.I.C.E
R est
I ce (1st 24 hours)
C ompression
E levation
Hockey Warriors Logo
When you step inside the Off-Ice Center take a look at the painted logos of St Jude and Mt Carmel on the East Wall, thats some handy paint work!
