Plyometrics exercises are one of the very best types of workout that any hockey player can do to improve their overall fitness and become more dominant players on the ice. Plyometrics focuses on explosive, powerful moments, mostly based around jumping and leaping. Here are three amazing exercises you can incorporate into your off-ice workouts to get you huge improvements on the ice.

Tuck Jumps

Tuck jumps are extremely simple. All you need to do is stand with your arms at your side and jump into the air, tucking your knees up into your chest at the peak of your jump. The key with tuck jumps is that when you land, you want your feet to be on the ground for as little time as possible before starting the next jump. Constant movement is the goal.

Squat Jumps

Squat jumps are pretty close to what they sound like. To perform them, lower yourself into a squat position, and then explode upwards into a jump, raising your arms over your head at the peak. Just like with tuck jumps, you want to be in constant motion, so when you land, immediately begin lowering yourself into the squat position again. Control and form are very important so don't sacrifice them.

Box Drill

The box drill is a fantastic drill because it opens up your movement helping to activate more muscle groups. To perform the box drill, place four rings or markers in a box shape and stand on the first marker. With both feet together, jump to the first marker, and then without stopping, continue on to the second, third and back to the fourth. Reverse direction and repeat to complete a set.