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Both physical and mental strength training is vitally important during the SHL off season for my player, Leonard Wood. He makes it a year round continuous effort to stay in shape mentally and physically. It just that he does this in more fun ways in the off season. Physically, he likes to get outdoors and take hikes, go kayaking, play street hockey, swim, etc. Whatever he can do outdoors physically, he will. Because the rest of the year, he will be inside arenas and in dingy locker rooms across the country. So strength training in the sunshine is definitely preferred.

Next, he mentally strength trains by reading books. This keeps his mind sharp. It is exercise for his brain. He also likes to partake in competitive games like chess or online video games. Those also works out the mind and nurtures his need to compete. Also even rest is necessary for his mental strength.