Summer teaches the hockey skill of a basic stride. Strides are crucial for producing speed and she breaks it down into manageable steps.
The first step is proper alignment of toes and knees forward while looking straight ahead. Step two is to push off using only one leg in each direction. Using one leg at a time in a controlled action forces the skater to remember proper positioning and that they need to fully extend their leg.
The next layer is to bring in the arm pump – whichever foot is in front, the opposite arm is it front. Avoid swinging the arms side to side but stay “in a straight plane.”
Details include the toe angle for the push, which is “almost a 45 degree angle.” This will aid with gaining the most speed as efficient as possible.
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