In This Episode, You Will Learn:

The position of the goaltender and its unique characteristics in relation to other positions.

Training and preparation techniques for goaltenders.

The demands and injuries goaltenders regularly face.

Advice for young and aspiring goaltenders.

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Show Notes:

What does the future of goaltending look like? To find out, we’ve invited Maria Mountain, a performance coach, exercise physiologist, and the founder of Goalie Training Pro! Through her online business, Maria has helped hockey goaltenders from around the world train smarter and perform better. She will be sharing her wealth of knowledge on all things goaltending as we discuss the position of the goaltender from a coaching perspective.

We’ll explore the unique demands and biomechanics of goaltending, the evolution behind the position and where we think it’s heading, training and preparation techniques for goaltenders, and even more. We’ve got advice any young or aspiring goaltender won’t want to miss out on as we explore the qualities, programs, and skill sets it takes to become an elite goalie. Join in and become a part of the future of goaltending today!

00:00 Welcome today’s special guest, Maria Mountain, a performance coach and business owner training hockey goaltenders all around the world!

01:25 What drew you to goaltending?

04:25 What was your experience studying science and kinesiology?

07:45 How did it help you form connections? 

10:00 Did your master’s help you in your practice?

11:25 The biomechanical differences between goaltending and other positions.

14:35 Do you believe in goalie specific training?

15:30 What elements would you add or avoid in goalie specific training?

17:15 What is your opinion on squatting?

19:30 How do you value and objectify position?

22:40 What methods do you use for pelvic position?

26:00 The recent rise of FAI (femoroacetabular impingement).

29:10 How are the volume of games affecting this?

31:35 What would you add to a young goalie’s in season program?

34:20 Do you use video as a tool for biomechanical analysis?

36:20 What are three qualities that elite goaltenders possess?

39:50 What are the most common mistakes you see young goalies make?

42:10 How will the goaltender position evolve in the future?

45:05 Have you experimented with vision training in your programs?

46:20 Using virtual reality for hockey drills.

48:55 How much value do you place in strength and skill work?

51:45 Who does Goalie Training Pro serve?