Wellbeing A-Z -Ice Hockey

Ice hockey is a physically demanding sport that offers numerous health benefits. It helps burn calories quickly, develops muscles in the arms, chest, thighs, and buttocks, and improves cardiovascular health and reflexes. The sport requires protective gear due to its rough nature and fast-paced action. A 45-minute game can burn over 500 calories, making it an excellent fitness activity year-round, especially in winter.

What are some of the key muscles developed by holding and wielding the hook in ice hockey?

How does the fast-paced skating action in ice hockey benefit the body?

What are the health benefits of the combination of sprinting and stop-start action in ice hockey?

Why is protective gear considered a must in ice hockey?

What should players do to stay hydrated before and after a game of ice hockey?