No more sluggish starts… First-step quickness is all about how fast you can accelerate from a standstill. In hockey, this can help you win races to the puck, create space for yourself, and even close gaps on defense. It’s that initial burst of speed that can really set you apart. This hurdle cross-over start drill focuses on the ability to accelerate quickly from a stopped position. Done consistently in your training program, you will develop explosive power which is crucial for generating speed and momentum and at the same time improve agility and reaction time. Athletes from all sports that require quick acceleration will benefit from this drill. Points to remember: ✅ Stay on your toes. ✅ Forward pitch of your upper body. ✅ For hockey players in particular - feet slightly externally rotated to simulate on-ice skating. Give this a ❤️ if you found it helpful and share it with someone who needs it too! Phase 3 of the spring training camp is starting soon. It’s designed to...