Speed is widely recognized as the most important physical quality in hockey. The unique demands of skating and the transitional nature of the game require a specialized approach to speed development. This approach extends far beyond just borrowing traditional speed drills from track and field or football. This book combines the latest sports science research… Read more
Ultimate Hockey Transformation gives you immediate access to Kevin’s proven training programs that are guaranteed to deliver game-changing results. The package features in- and off-season off-ice training programs for players competing at the U-14, U-16, U-18, Junior and College levels, and is supported by a comprehensive exercise video database so you can see exactly how to… Read more
Ice hockey is one of the most physically and mentally demanding sports in the world. Competing at elite levels requires a unique combination of refined skill and overall athleticism. Without exception, truly maximal performance stems from comprehensive preparation. In Ultimate Hockey Training, hockey development expert Kevin Neeld details exactly how you should design and progress… Read more
Breakaway Hockey Speed is a 25-page manual that outlines how to change your body position to maximize the power of your stride and reveals the truth about which stride pattern is better: short choppy strides vs long powerful strides (this will surprise you!). Breakaway Hockey Speed includes 6 Linear Speed Drills, 15 Transitional Speed Drills,… Read more
Optimizing Movement is a 2-DVD set that details foundational concepts in maximizing movement quality. Kevin breaks down the fallacy of assumed postural symmetry, discusses the influence of regional interdependence on performance, offers simple assessments to identify “abnormal” sturctural or positional deviations, and presents exercises and program design strategies to help “correct” or train around any… Read more
Kevin has rapidly established himself as a leader in the field of physical preparation and sports science for ice hockey. He is currently the Head Performance Coach for the Boston Bruins, where he oversees all aspects of designing and implementing the team’s performance training program, as well as monitoring the players’ performance, workload and recovery. Prior to Boston, Kevin spent 2 years as an Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach for the San Jose Sharks after serving as the Director of Performance at Endeavor Sports Performance in Pitman, NJ. He also spent 5 years as a Strength and Conditioning Coach with USA Hockey’s Women’s Olympic Hockey Team, and has been an invited speaker at conferences hosted by the NHL, NSCA, and USA Hockey.
“Kevin continually offers innovative and progressive training techniques supported by cutting edge research. He is a valued resource and his work is an integral part of our performance programs.”
Mike Elberty, Strength and Conditioning Coach, St. Lawrence University Men's Hockey