Ice Hockey
Butterfly Push and Recovery
Move laterally in the butterfly and recover to a ready stance quickly
12 min
5 x 10 lateral butterfly pushes
Intermediate
Why this drill
Builds toward move laterally in the butterfly and recover to a ready stance quickly.
Instructions
- 1Start in the butterfly position at one post.
- 2Push laterally across the crease using the inside edge of the lead skate.
- 3Land in a square butterfly at the far post, sealing the ice with both pads.
- 4Recover to a standing ready stance before the next push.
What to focus on
Square landing with both pads sealed at the end of the push.
Recommended reps
5 x 10 lateral butterfly pushes
Common mistake
Landing with a gap between the pads or the body angled off-square.