In this episode, we welcome Arizona Coyotes Performance Director Devan McConnell to the show. We discuss how to prepare for the demands of a training camp, how to approach training during a season, and the power of intention on meeting your goals. We also discuss specific considerations for the youth athlete, and why nutrition and recovery is key to performance.

• 0:12 Introduction
• 2:00 What Makes Devan Different? 
• 6:30 How Devan Approaches Working With New Athletes?
• 9:20 Preparing For The Demands Of Camp
• 13:47 The Power Of Intent In Training
• 21:13 How To Approach In-Season Training 
• 29:34 Considerations For Youth Athletes Off-Season Training
• 38:05 How To Find Balance in Training - On-ice Vs. Off-Ice 
• 43:19 One Thing Devan Would Change In NHLer’s Approach 
• 45:30 Recovery Techniques & Strategies 
• 49:28 Nutrition in Youth Athletes & Mental Health 
• 57:10 Creative Solution To A Training Restriction 
• 1:00:00 Devan’s Favorite Success Story
• 1:03:57 Conclusion 

Devan’s Book 

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