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Ep. 48 NHL Playoffs, Speed Development, and Why Off-Ice Sprinting Matters
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Ep. 48 NHL Playoffs, Speed Development, and Why Off-Ice Sprinting Matters
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Speed isn’t just built on the ice—it’s forged off of it.
In The Hockey Lab Podcast Ep. 48, Coach A, Coach Gards, and Coach Lucas dive deep into the science and structure behind real speed development for hockey players. Whether you're a youth player, junior athlete, or just someone trying to build that extra gear, this episode lays out the blueprint.
From setting baselines with simple sprint tests to building force with sleds and hills, we break down how to create an offseason speed plan that actually works. Plus, we cover why intent matters more than perfect form, and how consistency, rest, and proper progression are key.
🏒 What You’ll Learn:
- The difference between acceleration and top-end speed
- How to set up DIY sprint testing without expensive gear
- Sprint training vs. change of direction work
- Real-world drills every athlete can do today
Why your fastest strides happen when you’re not thinking about it
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Offseason starts now—and this episode breaks down how to do it right.
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