Validation of the FAST skating protocol to predict aerobic power in ice hockey players

2007 ◽  
Vol 32 (4) ◽  
pp. 693-700 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nicholas J. Petrella ◽  
William J. Montelpare ◽  
Murray Nystrom ◽  
Michael Plyley ◽  
Brent E. Faught
Keyword(s):  
Normative Data ◽  
Aerobic Power ◽  
Ice Hockey ◽  
Time Intervals ◽  
Power Test ◽  
Regression Modelling ◽  
Specific Protocol ◽  
Hockey Players ◽  
Measured Time ◽  
Treadmill Protocol

Few studies have reported a sport-specific protocol to measure the aerobic power of ice hockey players using a predictive process. The purpose of our study was to validate an ice hockey aerobic field test on players of varying ages, abilities, and levels. The Faught Aerobic Skating Test (FAST) uses an on-ice continuous skating protocol on a course measuring 160 feet (48.8 m) using a CD to pace the skater with a beep signal to cross the starting line at each end of the course. The FAST incorporates the principle of increasing workload at measured time intervals during a continuous skating exercise. Step-wise multiple regression modelling was used to determine the estimate of aerobic power. Participants completed a maximal aerobic power test using a modified Bruce incremental treadmill protocol, as well as the on-ice FAST. Normative data were collected on 406 ice hockey players (291 males, 115 females) ranging in age from 9 to 25 y. A regression to predict maximum aerobic power was developed using body mass (kg), height (m), age (y), and maximum completed lengths of the FAST as the significant predictors of skating aerobic power (adjusted R2 = 0.387, SEE = 7.25 mL·kg–1·min–1, p < 0.0001). These results support the application of the FAST in estimating aerobic power among male and female competitive ice hockey players between the ages of 9 and 25 years.

Development of a Hockey-Specific, Skate-Treadmill Protocol

1999 ◽  
Vol 24 (6) ◽  
pp. 559-569 ◽  
Author(s):  
Randy William Dreger ◽  
H. Arthur Quinney
Keyword(s):  
Physiological Response ◽  
Aerobic Power ◽  
Training Programs ◽  
Cycle Ergometer ◽  
Ice Hockey ◽  
Power Test ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Hockey Players ◽  
Treadmill Protocol

The purpose of this study was to investigate a protocol for the determination of [Formula: see text] utilizing a motor-driven skate treadmill (ST). On separate days, 6 male hockey players completed a ST and a cycle ergometer (BK) [Formula: see text] protocol. The results showed no significant difference between the ST and BK protocols for relative (60.4 + 5.09 vs. 59.0 ± 8.31 ml kg−1 min−1) and absolute [Formula: see text] values (4.51 ± 0.50 vs. 4.39 ± 0.59 L min−1), respectively. Significantly higher HR max was recorded during the ST protocol (202.3 + 4.27 vs. 200.7 ± 4.55 b min−1) (p < 0.05). Peak VE and VT were nonsignificant between the two conditions. However, peak f was higher for the ST protocol (63.0 + 7.56 vs. 60.2 ± 7.76 breath min−1) (p < 0.05). Although the physiological response to both protocols was similar, the ST protocol replicates a hockey stride, which may provide more applicable information for the development of training programs. Key words: ice hockey, aerobic power test, sport-specific

Ingesting A Sports Drink Enhances Simulated Ice Hockey Performance While Reducing Perceived Effort

2017 ◽  
Vol 38 (14) ◽  
pp. 1061-1069 ◽  
Author(s):  
Matthew Palmer ◽  
George Heigenhauser ◽  
MyLinh Duong ◽  
Lawrence Spriet
Keyword(s):  
Skeletal Muscle ◽  
Electrolyte Solution ◽  
Perceived Exertion ◽  
Ice Hockey ◽  
Sports Drink ◽  
Perceived Effort ◽  
Specific Protocol ◽  
Hockey Players ◽  
And Performance ◽  
Muscle Biopsies

AbstractThis study determined whether ingesting a carbohydrate-electrolyte solution (CES) vs. progressive dehydration affected skeletal muscle glycogen use and performance in ice hockey players during simulated ice hockey exercise comprised of 3 active “periods”. Seven males (21.3±0.3 years, 184.7±1.2 cm, 84.2±3.9 kg, and 49.6±1.8 mL·kg−1·min−1) performed a hockey-specific protocol on two occasions and either dehydrated progressively (NF), or stayed well-hydrated by ingesting a CES. Muscle biopsies were taken at rest, before the 3rd period (P3), and after the final sprint in the protocol. Compared to dehydration in the NF trial (−1.8% BM), CES ingestion enhanced voluntary performance (151.0±8.0 vs. 144.1±8.7 kJ) and glycogen use (177.5±31.1 vs. 103.5±16.2 mmol·kg dm−1), and reduced perceived exertion (16±1 vs. 18±1) in P3. Mean core temperature was reduced by CES ingestion throughout the protocol (38.0±0.2 vs. 38.1±0.1°C). These results suggest that compared to progressive dehydration, staying hydrated by ingesting a CES helps preserve performance, while reducing thermal and perceptual strains, in P3 of cycle-based simulation of ice hockey exercise. These benefits are observed despite greater glycogen use in P3 with CES ingestion.

scholarly journals Hodnotenie rýchlostno-silových schopností profesionálnych hokejistov v trojročnom časovom intervale

2016 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 121-127
Author(s):  
Marek Kokinda ◽  
Martin Jesenský ◽  
Milan Turek
Keyword(s):  
Reference Sample ◽  
Bicycle Ergometer ◽  
Ice Hockey ◽  
Jump Height ◽  
Lower Body ◽  
Power Test ◽  
Explosive Power ◽  
Hockey Players ◽  
One Year ◽  
Pedaling Rate

Speed and strength may be referred to as a factor determining success in ice hockey. These abilities are developed mainly during the summer preparatory period. Upon its completion players underwent testing aimed to determine body composition, strength and anaerobic alactic abilities by performing the Wingate test. The reference sample consisted of 11 senior category ice hockey players playing for the hockey teams in NHL, KHL, and Czech and Slovak national leagues. The evaluation of changes in speed and strength between 2013 and 2015 showed gains in lower-body explosive power after a one- -year period. Compared to players playing for hockey clubs abroad, Slovak players achieved higher level of explosive power and jump height as indicated by performances in lower-body explosive power test performed both with and without countermovement. Statistical analysis showed that power increases during the initial five-second interval at lower pedaling rate on the bicycle ergometer.

scholarly journals Knowledge and attitudes towards concussion in UK-based male ice hockey players: A need for attitude change?

2019 ◽  
Vol 14 (2) ◽  
pp. 153-161 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sarah Hutchinson ◽  
Paul Ellison ◽  
Andrew Levy ◽  
David Marchant
Keyword(s):  
Attitude Change ◽  
Ice Hockey ◽  
Knowledge And Attitudes ◽  
Accurate Knowledge ◽  
Hockey Players ◽  
Sport Concussion ◽  
Concussion History ◽  
Concussion Knowledge ◽  
The Uk

Objective Concussion is a common injury in ice hockey, and previous research suggests some misconceptions and unsafe attitudes amongst players. The purpose of this study was to assess sport concussion knowledge, attitudes and the effect of sport concussion history in UK-based male ice hockey players across three levels of competition: professional, semi-professional and amateur. Methods Sixty-one participants across a number of UK ice hockey teams completed the Rosenbaum Concussion Knowledge and Attitudes Survey and reviewed a series of statements to assess knowledge (concussion knowledge index), attitudes (concussion attitude index) and misconceptions of concussion. Results Level of competition and concussion history had no significant effect on concussion knowledge index or concussion attitude index. A positive significant relationship exists between playing experience and concussion knowledge index and concussion attitude index. Statements identified common misconceptions and areas of accurate knowledge regarding concussion symptoms suggesting that male ice hockey players have a higher level knowledge compared to a sample of the UK general public. Playing experience was associated with increased knowledge and increasingly safe attitudes towards concussion. Conclusion Despite knowledge relating to loss of consciousness and correct management of symptoms being generally accurate, there are worryingly unsafe attitudes regarding aspects of concussion. Such attitudes may well pose significant threats to players’ safety and long-term health.

Nitrogen Dioxide--Induced Respiratory Illness in Ice Hockey Players-Reply

JAMA ◽  
1990 ◽  
Vol 263 (22) ◽  
pp. 3024-3025
Author(s):  
K. Hedberg ◽  
K. L. MacDonald ◽  
M. Osterholm ◽  
C. Hedberg ◽  
K. White
Keyword(s):  
Nitrogen Dioxide ◽  
Respiratory Illness ◽  
Ice Hockey ◽  
Hockey Players
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