Hockey Off Ice Skating Exercise - Slide Board Training - Lateral Slides

Jan 9
11:24

2013

Thor Josefson

Thor Josefson

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Hockey is a great game that requires the skill of skating. Not everyone can skate in their backyard and ice time is expensive. Learn to skate away from the rink so you're ready for next years season. Slide board exercises are a great way to stay in shape and train your entire body.

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Slide Board Training Exercise: Lateral Slide

Slide Board training can be an exceptional workout if you’re looking for a stay at home fitness routine. It can provide you with a full range of exercises from your head to your toes. The slide board is a simple training product that utilizes a sliding surface between two end blocks that are used for pushing. Below is the slide board exercise of the month to use at home or in your gym.

Muscles Used:                                                                         

·         Quadriceps

·         Gluteus

·         Hamstrings

·         Low back

·         Abdominals

Slide Board Workout: Lateral Slides

·         30 Seconds lateral slides

·         30 Seconds of rest

·         Complete 15 sets

Approximate Time: 15 Minutes

Keys/Form/Focus:

1.       Keep your head up

2.       Keep your knees bent

3.       Keep a steady rhythm

4.       Push hard off bumpers & focus on balance.

5.       Make sure to breathe

Where to find a Slide Board?

Hockeytrain.com has great selection of slide boards for permanent use or for traveling. Check out hockeytrain.com for affordable slide boards and other slide board workouts.

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