{"product_id":"strength-training-for-hockey-9781718216174","title":"Strength Training for Hockey","description":"Ice hockey is said to be the fastest sport played on your feet. It is highly dependent on a number of physical qualities such as strength, speed, power, agility, endurance, and mobility. All these qualities require the ability to produce force at varying amounts and velocities. Because strength is the expression of force, strength training can play a massive role in a hockey athlete's performance. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Developed with the expertise of the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), \u003ci\u003eStrength Training for Hockey\u003c\/i\u003e provides a general overarching biomechanical analysis of hockey and specific analyses of the physical demands of each position: goalie, forward, and defense. Using these analyses, you can design an effective training program that translates to performance on the ice. You will also find the following: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e 8 detailed protocols to test strength, power, speed, and body composition \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e 5 total body resistance exercises with 9 variations \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e 11 lower body exercises with 30 variations \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e 13 upper body exercises with 39 variations \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e 16 anatomical core exercises with 40 variations \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e 30 sample programs for off-season, preseason, in-season, and postseason resistance training \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e For each exercise, you will find a series of photos and a detailed list of primary muscles trained, beginning position and movement phases, breathing guidelines, modifications and variations, and coaching tips. You'll also gain a deeper understanding of what muscles are involved in each exercise so you can develop a complete and targeted resistance training program. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Backed by the NSCA and the knowledge and experience of individuals who have years of experience as strength and conditioning professionals for hockey, \u003ci\u003eStrength Training for Hockey\u003c\/i\u003e is the authoritative resource for creating hockey-specific resistance training programs. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eEarn continuing education credits\/units!\u003c\/b\u003e A continuing education exam that uses this book is also available. It may be purchased separately or as part of a package that includes both the book and exam.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eABOUT THE NSCA\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The \u003cb\u003eNational Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA)\u003c\/b\u003e is the world's leading organization in the field of sport conditioning. Drawing on the resources and expertise of the most recognized professionals in strength training and conditioning, sport science, performance research, education, and sports medicine, the NSCA is the world's trusted source of knowledge and training guidelines for coaches and athletes. The NSCA provides the crucial link between the lab and the field. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eABOUT THE EDITORS\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eKevin Neeld, PhD, CSCS, CPSS, RSCC*D, CMT, \u003c\/b\u003e is the head performance coach for the Boston Bruins, where he oversees the organization's performance training program and sport science initiatives. He previously worked as a strength and conditioning coach with the San Jose Sharks and USA Hockey's women's team. Neeld earned his PhD in human and sport performance from Rocky Mountain University, where his research focused on the relationship between workload and performance in elite hockey. He has published several articles in peer-reviewed journals and is the author of \u003ci\u003eUltimate Hockey Training\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eSpeed Training for Hockey\u003c\/i\u003e. He has been an invited guest speaker at events hosted by the National Hockey League (NHL), National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), and USA Hockey. Neeld is certified as a strength and conditioning coach and as a performance and sport scientist through the NSCA. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrijesh Patel, MA, CSCS, RSCC*E, \u003c\/b\u003e has been an innovator, leader, and highly regarded coach in the health and performance field for over 20 years. His passion for improvement, growth, and development has played a major role in the success and well-being of hundreds of individuals. Patel is a sought-after speaker and consultant as well as a mentor for coaches across all sports. He currently serves as the associate athletic director and director of athletic performance at Quinnipiac University. Patel has built the strength and conditioning department from scratch, instilling his philosophy and approach to creating the best overall environment. He prides himself in leading a department in which each student-athlete is given his or her own individualized program that is designed to improve movement skills, core strength, power, speed, strength, balance, and flexibility. Although Patel oversees the strength and conditioning development for all 21 varsity sports at Quinnipiac, he works primarily with the men's and women's basketball and ice hockey teams\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Human Kinetics Publishers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51181830111506,"sku":"9781718216174","price":36.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_6d19cab6-49d9-4c49-98c0-08edbad98cf1.jpg?v=1744404791","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/strength-training-for-hockey-9781718216174","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}