Category: Get Better
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MAG: How to dive into a summer training program
In the latest issue of MiHockeyMag, we take a look at what parents and players should look for in a trainer and training facility, as Darryl Nelson (USA Hockey’s National Team Development Program, strength and conditioning coach) and Brian Sipotz (Advantage Strength, certified strength and conditioning specialist) offer advice on how to dive into a summer…
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MAG: How do you get better? Play other sports
In the latest issue of MiHockeyMag, Darryl Nelson (USA Hockey’s National Team Development Program, strength and conditioning coach) and Brian Sipotz (Advantage Strength, certified strength and conditioning specialist) share their thoughts on why it’s important for hockey players to get away from the rink after the season ends. Click here or on the image below to check…
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VIDEO: Eight exercises essential for a hockey player’s summer training
As part of MiHockey’s annual training and fitness guide, Darryl Nelson (USA Hockey’s National Team Development Program strength and conditioning coach) and Brian Sipotz (owner of Advantage Strength, certified strength and conditioning specialist) break down eight essential exercises that are must-haves for hockey players in their summer training.
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The Sports Doc: Is it a common groin injury or something worse?
Many people are coming into the office with hip injuries or groin injuries wondering if they have a sports hernia. So, I think that it is time to talk about one of the most common injuries in ice hockey, adductor strains or groin injury. The groin comprises of muscles in the inner thigh—the adductors—that allow…
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Nelson/Sipotz: Do combine results and draft status really matter?
Darryl Nelson and Brian Sipotz are regarded as top experts in the field of strength and conditioning for ice hockey performance. Darryl has been the head strength and conditioning coach for USA Hockey’s National Team Development program since 2000 and also serves as the director of performance for Advantage Strength and Conditioning in Ann Arbor.…
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7 great hockey habits
By Darren Eliot – Good Sticks (stick to the puck): All over the ice – Defensemen & Forwards Passing lanes – Defensemen & Forwards Defensive zone – lead with stick, flush, play up boards – Defensemen & Forwards Going to the net – Defensemen & Forwards 1st man on fore-check must make long pass difficult…