There are only a few weeks left until the puck drops on a new season.

Is it too late to get in game shape?

Most players put “zero time” into conditioning for their sport in the summer and then they expect to jump out onto the ice after a 5 month lay-off and play like an all-star in their first shift.

Without the right pre-season preparation, players risk getting injured, getting benched or, worst of all, getting cut.

So what should players do if they haven’t been training all summer and need to be ready to compete in just a few weeks?

Don’t panic - there is still time.

While building hockey speed and strength requires some genetic gifts…

It doesn’t take a single ounce of talent to get in game shape.

It is all about will.

If players are willing to work hard for the next month, they can be ready to standout at training camp and dominate the pre-season.

Getting in shape in time for the season is no secret - it is simple.

By keeping the workouts short, intense and specific, you’ll be in game shape fast.

Kim