Strength | Recovery | Performance

When it comes to Junior Hockey opportunities, 18-year-olds often find themselves in a difficult position. They may be presented with an exciting opportunity to join a hockey team that is 8 hours away from home or one that is only 45 minutes away. While the farther away opportunity may open up new opportunities, it can also cause homesickness and negatively impact performance. How do you make the decision as a teenager? In this blog post, we will explore the emotional toll of Junior Hockey opportunities and how to navigate this difficult decision.

When life throws us a curveball, it can be difficult to keep our emotions in check. We often find ourselves in stressful situations where it can be hard to remain level-headed. In my own experience, I found myself getting lost and emotional while trying to find a parking lot at a CFL game in Winnipeg. Although my emotions ran high and I felt overwhelmed, I eventually learned how to control my emotions and gain emotional intelligence in a high-pressure situation. In this blog post, I will discuss my experience and offer tips on how to stay in control of your emotions in times of stress.

Hockey is a sport that requires hard work and dedication to achieve success. But, contrary to popular belief, the end result is not necessarily what matters most. What is more important is the journey to reach those Hockey goals. The lessons learned on this journey are the true meaning of success, as they will stay with us long after the final whistle is blown. In this blog post, we will discuss why the journey to Hockey goals is more valuable than the end result.

The Hockey Model has gone wrong. Over the last few years, the Hockey Culture has strayed from the love of the game and become too focused on winning. This has put a tremendous amount of pressure on young players as young as 13 who are moving away from home to play on elite youth hockey teams with the promise of increased exposure. It’s time to get back to the original Hockey Model and prioritize the love of the game over everything else.

For athletes, the pregame meal is a crucial part of their performance and energy levels. Eating a balanced diet of carbohydrates and proteins is essential for athletes to have the energy they need during a game. Carbs are especially important in providing the body with the fuel it needs to compete, so eating a pregame meal full of carbs is vital for peak performance. It’s also important to avoid certain mistakes, like eating too close to a game or including dairy in your pregame meal, as these can negatively affect your energy levels. In this blog post, we will explore why pregame meals are essential for athletes.