Strength, Conditioning and Injury Prevention for Hockey [Paperback]

Joseph Horrigan (Author), Earl Joseph Kreis (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 6, 2002

"Joseph Horrigan's dedication and reputation in treating injured athletes speaks for itself. He is one of the very best."­­Wayne Gretzsky

Strength, Conditioning, and Injury Prevention for Hockey is the must-have resource for hockey players and coaches of all levels and leagues who want to incorporate a safe and solid program into their routine. This guide contains the most up-to-date information and advice culled from sports medicine's most recognized specialists­­from neurosurgeons to dentists to orthopedics.

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"Joseph Horrigan's dedication and reputation in treating injured athletes speaks for itself. He is one of the very best." - Wayne Gretzsky

From the Back Cover

"Joseph Horrigan's dedication and reputation in treating injured athletes speaks for itself. He is one of the very best."
--Wayne Gretzsky

"I've been on the program for over a year now and I can't believe the results. My strength, explosive power, and speed have increased dramatically. I have never felt better on the ice."
--Cammi Granato, Olympic gold medalist and captain of the 2002 USA Women's Hockey Team

Bigger and faster, today's hockey players sustain more serious injuries than ever before. How can you protect yourself and still play your best on the ice? Train like the pros. Strength, Conditioning, and Injury Prevention for Hockey features the proven and effective program developed by the renowned sports medicine experts Dr. Joseph Horrigan and E. J. Kreis and endorsed by NHL players. For the first time, the authors make their cutting-edge methodology available to hockey players of all levels.

Inside, you'll find:

• More than a hundred photos illustrating exercises and proper technique
• Sample workout schedules and warm-up routines
• Troubleshooting tips for proper training
• Hints on how to recognize and avoid overtraining
• A special chapter on avoiding and recovering from head trauma

Packed with easy-to-follow expert advice, Strength, Conditioning, and Injury Prevention for Hockey answers all of your questions on getting stronger, maximizing your performance, and staying injury free--so you can get off the bench and onto the ice.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill; 1 edition (December 6, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0071399259
• ISBN-13: 978-0071399258
• Product Dimensions: 10.7 x 8.3 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,135,522 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #60 in Books > Sports & Outdoors > Coaching > Hockey

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5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Have Reference, April 18, 2003

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Bill Moreau, DC, DACBSP, CSCS (Estherville, IA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Strength, Conditioning and Injury Prevention for Hockey (Paperback)

Dr. Horrigan and "Doc" Kreis have done a great job with this book. It contains an abundance of information that anyone interested in enhancing sport performance will benefit from reviewing and reading. This text has enough "meat" in it that the strength training professional will benefit by having it on their reference list and the teaching approach is clear and so well illustrated so the athlete can use the materials also.

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent for getting started., March 4, 2003

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"harrym44" (Boulder, CO) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Strength, Conditioning and Injury Prevention for Hockey (Paperback)

I just started playing hockey two years ago and was looking for a book to help me become a better player. This book is very detailed and easy to use for a beginner such as me. I have seen immediate results in my strength and conditioning since buying this book.

5.0 out of 5 stars STANDS IN A CLASS BY ITSELF, February 27, 2003

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Dave Plettl, Strength Coach, Florida State Un... (Tallahassee, Florida United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Strength, Conditioning and Injury Prevention for Hockey (Paperback)

This is one of the finest and most comprehensive books ever written on sports conditioning. It is not only for the hockey player, but for all athletes in all sports looking to gain an edge. It gives great detail and clarity on ways to improve speed, strength, and overall conditioning. This book will make the average coach look like a genius.