Ice Hockey
Two-Foot Stop Both Directions
Stop equally well on both the natural and non-natural side
10 min
5 x 10 stops each direction
Beginner
Demonstration video coming soon
Instructions
- 1Skate at moderate speed and rotate both skates perpendicular to your travel direction.
- 2Bend your knees deeply and dig both edges in evenly to stop square.
- 3Repeat stopping toward your weak side until it feels as controlled as your strong side.
- 4Finish with a quick transition into a start in the opposite direction.
What to focus on
Even weight distribution across both blades on the stop.
Common mistake
Only being able to stop hard toward one side and turning away on the weak side.