Hockey Fitness Fundamentals

Integrate Sports

Hockey
Coaches
Henry Davies, Roy Barber and Andrew Roberts

This is a hockey-specific, group training programme to help you get stronger, fitter and faster 🏑

Each week, you'll have sessions live in your training app, which can be completed in your own time. You'll join a community of athletes with similar training goals, which means you can ask questions and get feedback at any point in the training journey. This programme develops your athleticism for hockey, regardless of your training age or status. Most importantly, this programme adapts based on the stage of the season, so that you always have what you need.

What's Included?

✅ Group based training programme updated weekly

✅ 6 sessions provided per week (2 strength, 2 speed/conditioning, 2 mobility)

✅ Group coaching sessions including nutrition workshops

✅ Community chat for feedback and Q&A

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Get Stronger and More Powerful 💪
Hockey specific training exercises to help you improve as an athlete. Build the strength and power that you've always dreamed of!
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Run Faster for Longer🏃
Our progressive conditioning sessions will help you run more efficiently, whilst improving your fitness, speed and repeat sprint ability.
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Increase Your Mobility 🤸🏻‍♂️
Structured mobility training is included to keep you moving well and healthy. Improve your range of motion, stability and body awareness to keep you available and ready for the pitch.
Features
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Access to your coaching team
Coaches who will provide the feedback you need to get better every week!
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Programming 6 days per week
Daily strength, conditioning, and mobility training that’s accessible and challenging for athletes of any level or background
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Exercise Video Guidance
Instructional videos to guide your practice and make execution easy
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Detailed, expert instruction
Coaches who will hold you accountable and provide the feedback you need to grow
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Committed Teammates
A vibrant community that will keep you pushing to unlock your best!
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Delivered through TrainHeroic
Your coaches and team will push you harder, cheer you on, and provide guidance all through our world-class training app.
Equipment
Required
Dumbbells // Resistance band // 2 x 2m space
Recommended
Hockey pitch // Weight plates // Kettlebells // Yoga mat // Plyo box
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Sample Week
I will write fresh programming weekly. You’ll get notifications when they’re ready
Sunday
Strength 1

Prep

A

Movement Prep (Hip/Thoracic)

Complete this sequence for 5-10 minutes to prepare you for the upcoming session. Complete 10-15 repetitions per movement, gradually increasing the speed of the movements as you move through the series. Try to increase the stretch slightly on every rep, and focus on any areas of particular tightness/limitation. Rest 10 seconds between movements.

B

Barbell Split Squat

8, 8, 6, 6 @ 75, 75, 80, 80 %

C

Barbell Romanian Deadlift

4 x 6 @ 80 %

D1

Single Arm Bent Over Row

3 x 8 @ 75 %

D2

Dumbbell Chest Press

3 x 8 @ 75, 77.5, 80 %

E1

Single Leg Calf Raise

3 x 15

E2

Single Leg Glute Bridge (foot elevated)

3 x 15

Trunk Circuit

F

Trunk Circuit - Anterior + Lateral

Complete the following for this circuit: - 150 reps in total - Keep going until the total rep target is completed - 15-20 reps per exercise - 10-15 seconds rest between exercises - Aim to take no longer than 10 minutes to complete this

Monday
Extensive Conditioning Session

A

Jog

1 x 5:00

Prep

B

Movement Prep (Conditioning Session)

Complete this circuit for 5 minutes to prepare for the upcoming session. Do 10-15 repetitions for each movement, before moving onto the next. This is to prepare the joints and tissues for the upcoming conditioning session so that you can perform at your best!

C1

A Skip

2 x 15

C2

Pogo Jumps

2 x 12

D

Extensive Conditioning Session

5 x 2:00

E

Cool Down

1 x 5:00

Tuesday
Mobility Session

Prep

A

Animal Based Movement Prep - L5

Complete this sequence for 5-10 minutes. Complete 10-15 repetitions per movement. Focus should be on controlling the movement. Rest 10 seconds between movements.

Prep

B

Movement Prep (Hip)

Complete this sequence for 5-10 minutes. Complete 10-15 repetitions per movement, gradually increasing the speed of the movements as you move through the series. Try to increase the stretch slightly on every rep, and focus on any areas of particular tightness/limitation. Rest 10 seconds between movements.

Prep

C

Movement Prep (Thoracic)

Complete this sequence for 5-10 minutes. Complete 10-15 repetitions per movement, gradually increasing the speed of the movements as you move through the series. Try to increase the stretch slightly on every rep, and focus on any areas of particular tightness/limitation. Rest 10 seconds between movements.

Wednesday
Strength 2

Movement Prep

A

Movement Prep (Hip/Thoracic)

Complete this sequence for 5-10 minutes to prepare you for the upcoming session. Complete 10-15 repetitions per movement, gradually increasing the speed of the movements as you move through the series. Try to increase the stretch slightly on every rep, and focus on any areas of particular tightness/limitation. Rest 10 seconds between movements.

B

Barbell Back Squat

4 x 5 @ 82.5 %

C

Barbell Hip Thrusts

3 x 8 @ 75 %

D1

Chinups

3 x 8

D2

Half Kneeling Dumbbell Overhead Press

3 x 12 @ 75 %

E1

Single Leg Bridge ISO Hold (Long Lever)

3 x 3 @ 15

E2

Double Leg Calf Raises

3 x 20

Conditioning

F

Trunk Circuit - Anterior + Lateral 2

Complete the following for this circuit: - 150 reps in total - 15-20 reps (or 20-30 seconds) per exercise - 10-15 seconds rest between exercises - Aim to take no longer than 8-10 minutes to complete this

Thursday
Intensive Conditioning Session

A

Jog

1 x 5:00

Prep

B

Movement Prep (Conditioning Session)

Complete this circuit for 5 minutes to prepare for the upcoming session. Do 10-15 repetitions for each movement, before moving onto the next. This is to prepare the joints and tissues for the upcoming conditioning session so that you can perform at your best!

C1

Straight Leg Runs

2 x 15

C2

Single Leg Pogo Hop

2 x 10

D

Intensive Conditioning Session

3 x 10 @ 15

E

Cool Down

1 x 5:00

Friday
Daily Prep/Activation Session

A1

Hip Internal Rotations

2 x 20

A2

Half Kneeling Quad Stretch

2 x 30

A3

Reverse Lunge with rotation

2 x 12

A4

Downward Dog

2 x 10

A5

World's Greatest Stretch

2 x 5

B1

Single Leg Bridge ISO Hold (Long Lever)

2 x 5 @ 5

B2

Band Pull-Apart

2 x 12

C1

Pogo Jumps

2 x 15

C2

Single Leg Hop

2 x 5

Coaches
coach-avatar Henry Davies

Hi I’m Henry, the founder of Integrate Sports. I am a UKSCA accredited practitioner with 10 years’ experience supporting youth and elite hockey athletes, and recently prepared athletes for Tokyo 2020. I am a lecturer in strength and conditioning at Hartpury University, and the Head of Strength and Conditioning at Hockey Wales.

coach-avatar Roy Barber

Roy is a UKSCA Accredited Strength and Conditioning Coach. For the past 4 and a half years Roy has worked with GB Hockey, supporting the two senior programmes. As part of this, he played a significant role in preparing the teams for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, leading on rehabilitation and diagnostics. Roy now delivers rehabilitation to athletes within the EIS Intensive Rehab Unit at Bisham Abbey.

coach-avatar Andrew Roberts

Andrew is a Strength & Conditioning Coach who has experience working with a variety of athletes, including Olympic and Paralympic medallists, across a range of both team and individual sports. Currently, Andrew is working for Ealing Trailfinders Academy where he leads the S&C provision based at their partner school’s rugby programme, Henley College.

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FAQs
Who is this for?
This training team is for any hockey player looking for a structured, group programme on a weekly basis.
What if I can't complete all of the sessions?
No problem - just complete the sessions that you can each week.
What if I have questions about the programme?
You can ask questions in our group and leave comments on training sessions. We'll answer these every day!
How many sessions will I get per week?
You will get 6 sessions per week - 2 strength sessions, 2 running sessions and 2 mobility/injury prevention focussed sessions. Plus, one day off!
What if I join now?
You can join whenever! Programming is designed in a way that allows you to hop right in. If we are in the middle of a training cycle, adjust the loads accordingly.
I need something more individualised - can you help?
Yes! We provide 1-1 coaching programmes on our Hockey Fitness Fast Track™ plan. Get in touch for more information!
The Proof
verified-athlete-avatar Tiago Ventosa

Portugal Hockey International

Verified Athlete

"After my return, I started to notice more and more the work we put in, safe to say that I have never felt so fit as I do now!!"

verified-athlete-avatar Evie Grindal

England NAGs International

Verified Athlete

"Henry's remote sessions allowed me to learn a lot of new exercises and my fitness and strength have improved considerably over the time we have worked together. I would highly recommend Henry"

verified-athlete-avatar Gabe Benatar

Gibraltar Hockey International

Verified Athlete

"I cannot recommend Henry enough. He’s been a great online trainer over these past few months. He’s been so helpful and on top of my training to make sure I get the best out of it"

verified-athlete-avatar Emily Drysdale

Wales Hockey International

Verified Athlete

"Henry certainly played a big part in helping me get to where I am now. I would highly recommend him to anyone"

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