Getting faster

[hockeyluke88 0]

I was just wondering if anyone has any experience with new technique, programs, or products that will help increase speed and/or acceleration whether skating or running. Thanks in advance.

[Thockey17 1]

I got a special parachute that clips on to you're shorts/pants and it has tons of running resistance. I've noticed lower times in a couple dashes. It looks really weird if you see someone using it, but hey, if it makes me faster i dont care what i look like

I ordered mine from eastbay. Its called the Strength Run-N-Chute.

[seanmccann 3]

If you are looking for a book for techniques and tips Peter Twist's Complete Ice Hockey Conditioning book is amazing. I bought it not too long ago and have learned so much from it. A must have.

[hockeyluke88 0]

all right. Thanks a lot, guys. B)

[ambro 0]

For running, work on your form. For skating, get a really long radius and a really shallow hollow. :P

[Gongshow11 1]

plyometrics is the most effective way

[leafsrule1 0]

is agree with ygold, and you dont really need any weights or anything either

[Kobe 0]

If you're looking for an easy, no hassle fix, I find that skipping rope gives you quicker feet. I alternate back and forth between feet and really snap my foot to get that full extension with every skip. You'll get tired pretty quickly but you'll develop pretty strong ankles/calves/feet after a few weeks or so.

[hockeyluke88 0]

Sounds good, guys. Thanks again.

[hunter4oz 0]

Luke, arent you the fastest guy on the team already? lol ;)

[Hockeyman9621 0]

I went running in the summer, mostly long distance. It was at a big park and everytime I went (3 or 4 times a week) I saw this guy who sprinted 100 metres, walked 100 metres, sprinted, walked, etc. I never did it, because I was supposed to follow my teams running plan, but I think I'm going to do it this summer. Perfect for hockey. Even stopping dead then sprinting again would compare to going on to the bench and jumping on the ice.

[hockey_puck 0]

plyometrics, What are they?

[Fury of One 6]

If you are looking for a book for techniques and tips Peter Twist's Complete Ice Hockey Conditioning book is amazing. I bought it not too long ago and have learned so much from it. A must have.

I wish Tony Twist would write a book about hockey. I'd definitely pick that one up. Just kidding, but I tried running for a while and it affected skating in a bad way. I think I might of got shin splints as well. I did lose a lot of weight though. I would say just skate hard at every possible moment and do everything twice as hard.

[thunderhockey19 0]

i dont know about the fastest but hes by far the quickest, acceleration wise is what i mean. lukes the man.lol

[Eazy_b97 1]

I believe shin splints are caused from the muscles getting strong. It's kind've like being sore the day after a work-out. It's "good pain" as I was told.