The High Performance Hockey Podcast

Applied Physiology with Brian Kozak

Jul 15, 2024

01:27:04

What is the secret to assessing, training, and integrating technology with performance? Here to dive into the deep physiology of ice hockey is Brian Kozak, a respiratory & performance coach. Brian has dedicated decades to experimenting with cutting edge technology in pursuit of real time insights into each system’s limiters, compensators, and their implications for training, rehab, and recovery. Today, we have a fantastic conversation all about the technology and physiology behind high performance athletics. Brian shares his efficient training methods for utilization, delivery, breathing mechanics, and more. From measuring oxygen saturation to building capillary density, we’ll be discussing the best ways to train both body and mind. Tune in for an in depth lesson on the applied physiology of high performance hockey!

HIGHLIGHTS

00:00:00 What does Moxy technology show us?

00:08:00 How can we push players by using technology?

00:15:00 What is the physiology behind strides?

00:19:30 How to measure + read SmO2 and THb.

00:26:05 Tactics of training athletes in survival state.

00:35:00 Peripheral versus central adaptation.

00:44:05 How do you assess utilization or delivery?

00:53:35 The best way to build capillary density.

01:04:35 Methods for training delivery.

01:14:20 How do we teach proper breathing techniques?

01:21:40 How do you train the most important skill?