A great exercise to work your oblique and abdominal muscles. These muscles are very important for an athlete to help with rotational movements. In regards to hockey these are the same muscles that will help with skating technique, checking and shooting power.
To perform, lay on your back with your partner standing over your head. Leaving your back and shoulders flat on the floor raise your legs so that your feet are over your head. Your partner will grab your feet and push them in any direction he/she wishes. This may be straight down or off to either side at a 45* angle.
Your job is to stop your legs from hitting the ground and bring them back up to the starting position as quickly as possible. Make sure legs are as straight as possible. Inhale on the way up and exhale as your partner pushes down. This is not a good exercise if you have low back problems.
Dr. Clint Steele is founder of www.betterhockey.com and www.topdogathlete.com in conjunction with Doug McKenny of the Buffalo Sabres. Dr. Steele has trained hundreds of athletes worldwide and has been featured as a writer in several magazines including American Hockey.
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