Explore the impact of rest periods on sprint skating in ice hockey. This episode breaks down how recovery time affects speed, fatigue, and heart rate in high-intensity training scenarios.
Discover the science of rest in ice hockey. Learn how varying recovery durations influence skating speed, exertion levels, and lactate production during repeated sprints.
Main source: Effect of Rest Period Duration between Sets of Repeated Sprint Skating Ability Test on the Skating Ability of Ice Hockey Players
Jakub Baron, Subir Gupta, Anna Bieniec, Grzegorz Klich, Tomasz Gabrys, Andrzej Szymon Swinarew, Karel Svatora, Arkadiusz Stanula
Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2021 Oct; 18(20): 10591. Published online 2021 Oct 9. doi: 10.3390/ijerph182010591
PMCID: PMC8536092

Dive into the inequalities of elite ice hockey. This episode examines the unique stressors for male and female players, linking past-season injuries to perceived stress in a high-intensity sport.
This episode explores the stress and injury risks faced by elite male and female hockey players. Discover the stark differences in resources, perceived stress, and how injuries affect players differently based on gender.
Main source: Same game, different worlds? General conditions, perceived stress, and associations between stress and past season injuries in elite female and male ice hockey players
Tobias Wörner, Stefan Kauppinen, Frida Eek
BMC Sports Sci Med Rehabil. 2024; 16: 69. Published online 2024 Mar 20. doi: 10.1186/s13102-024-00862-0
PMCID: PMC10953269

Explore the injury risks faced by amateur ice hockey players, from knee and shoulder injuries to equipment challenges. This episode dives into a study on injury mechanisms, protective gear fit, and solutions for safer gameplay.
This episode examines the injury profile of amateur ice hockey players, with a focus on the role of protective gear. Learn how fit issues and player experience levels impact safety and performance.
Main source: Risk Factors Based on Analysis of Injury Mechanism and Protective Equipment for Ice Hockey Amateur Players
Heejae Jin, Hyojeong Lee
Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2022 Apr; 19(7): 4232. Published online 2022 Apr 1. doi: 10.3390/ijerph19074232
PMCID: PMC8998423

Explore the groundbreaking application of Acceptance and Commitment Training (ACT) in ice hockey. This episode reveals how mindfulness and psychological flexibility can improve focus, engagement, and performance on the ice.
Dive into the science of psychological flexibility with Acceptance and Commitment Training for ice hockey players. Learn how this method impacts goals, assists, and overall performance in elite junior players.
Main source: Acceptance and Commitment Training for Ice Hockey Players: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Tobias Lundgren, Gustaf Reinebo, Markus Jansson Fröjmark, Emil Jäder, Markus Näslund, Per Svartvadet, Ulf Samuelsson, Thomas Parling
Front Psychol. 2021; 12: 685260. Published online 2021 Jul 22. doi: 10.3389/fpsyg.2021.685260
PMCID: PMC8339210

Dive into the unique physical demands of ice hockey goaltenders. This episode explores how common goaltending techniques like the butterfly and reverse vertical horizontal (RVH) stance challenge the hip and groin region, as seen through the eyes of elite players and coaches.
Uncover the physical toll of modern goaltending styles in ice hockey. From extreme hip motions to overuse injuries, this episode discusses what goaltenders and coaches reveal about the game's most taxing movements.
Main source: The Perceived Demands of Ice Hockey Goaltending Movements on the Hip and Groin Region: An Elite Coach and Player Perspective
Tobias Wörner, Ryan J. Frayne, Thomas Magnusson, Frida Eek
Orthop J Sports Med. 2021 Nov; 9(11): 23259671211055699. Published online 2021 Nov 23. doi: 10.1177/23259671211055699
PMCID: PMC8647250

Explore key insights from the Safe2Play study, a five-year analysis of youth hockey injuries in Canada. Learn about the impact of bodychecking policies, gender differences, and prior injuries on player safety.
This episode delves into the Safe2Play cohort study, highlighting factors like age, gender, and bodychecking that influence injury risks in youth ice hockey. Essential listening for parents, coaches, and players.
Main source: Safe2Play in youth ice hockey: injury profile and risk factors in a 5-year Canadian longitudinal cohort study
Paul H. Eliason, Jean-Michel Galarneau, Shelina Babul, Martin Mrazik, Stephan Bonfield, Kathryn J. Schneider, Brent E. Hagel, Carolyn A. Emery
Ann Med. 2024; 56(1): 2385024. Published online 2024 Aug 27. doi: 10.1080/07853890.2024.2385024
PMCID: PMC11351362

Explore the groundbreaking application of virtual reality in hockey training. Learn how it measures motor responses, reaction times, and movement precision in hockey players and wrestlers.
Discover how virtual reality technology reveals key differences in hockey-specific skills compared to other sports. This episode examines VR's role in assessing performance, comparing hockey players and freestyle wrestlers.
Main source: What Differences Exist in Professional Ice Hockey Performance Using Virtual Reality (VR) Technology between Professional Hockey Players and Freestyle Wrestlers? (a Pilot Study)
Irina Polikanova, Anastasia Yakushina, Sergey Leonov, Anna Kruchinina, Victor Chertopolokhov, Liudmila Liutsko
Sports (Basel) 2022 Aug; 10(8): 116. Published online 2022 Jul 29. doi: 10.3390/sports10080116
PMCID: PMC9414154

Dive into the science of goaltending in ice hockey. Learn about the distinct physical and physiological profiles of goaltenders and how tailored fitness testing and training can enhance their game performance.
Explore the unique physiology and training needs of ice hockey goaltenders. This episode uncovers the science behind their agility, strength, and endurance, and highlights why specific assessments are critical for these elite athletes.
Main source: Ice Hockey Goaltender Physiology Profile and Physical Testing: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
VIVIANE MARCOTTE-L’HEUREUX, JEREMIE CHARRON, ROBERT PANENIC, ALAIN STEVE COMTOIS
Int J Exerc Sci. 2021; 14(6): 855–875. Published online 2021 Aug 1.
PMCID: PMC8439695