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Simplifying Energy System Development with Devan McConnell

In this episode, Mike speaks with Devan McConnell, the Director of Performance Science and Reconditioning with the New Jersey Devils and former Head of Hockey Performance and Sports Science at the University of Massuchusetts.
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Amanda Perry
January 12, 2021
Simplifying Energy System Development with Devan McConnell

Amanda Perry

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January 12, 2021

In this episode, Mike speaks with Devan McConnell, the Director of Performance Science and Reconditioning with the New Jersey Devils and former Head of Hockey Performance and Sports Science at the University of Massuchusetts.

Mike and Devan talk about energy system development. This episode is a fantastic combination of sport science, empirical evidence and trial and error.

Coaches, if you are looking for pertinent information on how you can simplify your energy system development protocols, don’t miss this.

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