Hockey Mobility Demands Ice hockey requires unique mobility patterns. The skating stride demands hip mobility different from running. Shooting requires thoracic and hip rotation. The crouched skating position loads specific joints. Building hockey-specific mobility improves performance and prevents common injuries. Hip Mobility for Skating Stride The skating stride uses hip abduction and extension patterns. Mobile hips create longer, more powerful strides: JME 108: JME 115: JME 121: Hip mobility directly correlates with skating speed and power. Hip Flexor Mobility for Skating Position The crouched skating position tightens hip flexors. Maintaining hip flexor mobility prevents lower back pain: JME 113: JME 134: Open hip flexors improve skating endurance and shot power. Thoracic and Shoulder Mobility Shooting, passing, and checking require upper body mobility: JME 151: JME 53: Start your 14-day free trial for hockey-specific mobility routines. Hockey Mobility Practice Include mobility in off-ice warm-ups. Focus on hips for skating performance, thoracic for shooting. Track improvements in stride length and shot velocity. Try simplmobility free for 14 days and develop the mobility for better hockey.