Illustrated with more than 450 illustrations, tables and figures 'œPractice makes perfect," and this maxim is especially important in preparing for the rigors and physical demands of hockey. Total Hockey Conditioning is a comprehensive guide to training and conditioning that includes both the theory and specific programs for all age groups. The book is designed for everyone interested in improving and perfecting their game, from coaches, players and conditioning specialists to those who play hockey recreationally and use it as a form of exercise. The book features many new drills and conditioning methods drawn from the authors' international experience, derived from the unique conditioning methods used in Europe and Russia. When Russia almost beat Canada in the now-famous Summit series in 1972, North American coaches and players realized that a year-round conditioning program was essential to the development of excellence in hockey. With this in mind, Total Hockey Conditioning places an emphasis on a range of exercises designed to delay fatigue, improve technical skills and increase mental acuity in a year round regimen of physical and tactical conditioning. The book features: '¢ on and off-ice programs for all age groups '¢ power, speed and strength training '¢ quickness and flexibility training '¢ energy system training '¢ nutrition '¢ mental training And much more!(August 2003).