Option 2:

At least for the beginning of the offseason, the lifestyle of a player should be more focused on relaxation. Daniel Grumathan always spends at least the first two weeks, sometimes a bit more, of the offseason soley dedicated to visiting family and relaxing. That isn't to say he doesn't work out at all, it is just a lot more relaxed and his mind is not just focusing on improvement. The work outs are more so just to stay in shape and to keep up a routine. As the offseason progresses, Grumathan will then shift gears into a more training focused mindset. Still not at the same level as in season, but working out a bit more intensely and will get some training on the ice more often. Look at improving technical skills rather than just pure athletisim. Then finally, in the last few weeks of the offseason it is full blown training mode. It is important to be at your best right when the season starts.