The Only Controllables You Have
As goaltenders, our performance on the ice often feels like a delicate balancing act between skill, strategy, and sheer determination. In the midst of the chaos, it's easy to feel overwhelmed by factors beyond our control – the speed of the puck, the skill of the opposing team, or even the decisions of the referees. However, amidst this uncertainty, the only controllables you have that remain firmly within your grasp are: your preparation, your attitude, and your effort. Attitude serves as the cornerstone of mental fortitude, shaping our perception of adversity.
🚫 5 Things You Should Never Do After a Loss!
Every goaltender faces the challenge of recovering effectively after a tough loss. Resilience plays a vital role in their success on the ice. To overcome setbacks, it's essential to steer clear of certain pitfalls that can hinder progress and erode confidence. In this blog post, we will discuss five important strategies that every goalie should employ to bounce back stronger after a loss. 1. Shifting Focus: Avoid Dwelling on the Outcome It's natural to feel disappointed after a loss, but dwelling on the outcome can impede progress. Instead, redirect your focus towards
Avoid The Dreaded Midseason Burnout!
By the middle of the season, you’re probably feeling exhausted in some form or another. Sore, tired, worn, and mentally down are a few ways athletes feel as their seasons peak. You love the sport, so why is it so difficult to find the motivation to go to practice some days? It’s simple: you’re just burned out. Mentally and physically, a long season will take its toll even on the most elite athlete. Two to three games a week, 4-5 practices on top of team workouts and video sessions, is a
Athletic Benefit of Meditation
What is meditation for athletes? Are we cross legged in the locker room summoning the power of the sports gods? While some of us might, generally athletes that practice mediation incorporate it into their daily routine, and it becomes as common for them as stretching in the morning. I have one of those minds that can never settle down. Thoughts fly through my head, without control, and often consume me in a negative, stressful way. Something as calm and even keeled as mediation always seemed laughable, unachievable. The benefits of meditation
Top 5 Books All Hockey Goalies MUST Read
There has been a positive shift in the world of hockey in the past decade for goaltenders as a greater focus has been placed on the position
Bauer Ultrasonic Pad Review – Best Butterfly Pad Yet?
Bauer has done a great job with improving on every new model they release. The company has put a lot of priority into research and development, and the results show.
The Magic in a Hockey Morning
The most invigorating, yet uncomfortable feeling in the world is the icy breath of wind that sneaks, with a devilish purpose, through four in a half layers of winter clothes, to flash freeze your spine. Growing up in central Maine during the winter, and born the son of a hockey loving father, 6:00 A.M. icy wind gusts were just a part of growing up. Every weekend, Dad would wake me up at an ungodly hour, toast raisin bread in the oven (he’d add the butter before turning on the toaster