Off-Ice Goalie Training: Lateral Agility Drill
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Channel: GoalieTrainingProTV · 2013 · Sports
Don't forget to pick up your free 14-Day Flexibility Fix for goalies at: http://www.HockeyTrainingPro.com The thing I love about the Hurdle Step Over + Power Back is the contrast in movement patterns, in other words it is not a symmetrical pattern. Moving one way the emphasis is on tempo and moving the other way it is an exercise in pure power. Many agility patterns are symmetrical which is fine too, but as you know, the game does not work that way -- those shooters are always trying to fire the puck where you are not. Annoying isn't it? ☺ Key Points: • You do not need micro hurdles to do this drill -- you can use two pieces of tap, make some micro hurdles out of cardboard folded into a triangle, use two shoes -- anything that you are not going to trip on. • Stay low in the legs through out the drill -- do not let your head bob up and down. This keeps your legs loaded so you are ready for that big explosive push, rather than needing to drop down before driving. • Remember -- it is quick one way and power the other way. • You will have to repeat the drill in each direction. • Keep your ankle in a 90 degree flexed position as you travel over the hurdles and hop back -- this is more stable position for the ankle compared to pointing your toes. How Many? How Often? • Do 2-3 sets of 3 reps each way to work on your speed and power. • Rest for at least 60-seconds between sets -- you can work on stick handling, juggling, do a core exercise, etc. • Work on this drill twice per week. More goalie specific off-ice drills at www.YouTube.com/RevolutionCondition http://youtu.be/4Eue5q_uDA4
