Yesterday, my training was “revised” slightly as Andrew and I went to the hockey game: Toronto Maple Leafs vs Boston Bruins. It was a great game, even though we lost 6-3 (boo!). Of course I was on the edge of my seat cheering for the Leafs and booing the refs when they called out some pretty unfair penalties, but I was also very observant of the goalies and their focus – there is so much pressure on a goalie! How do they recover after a goal? What strategies do they have to get back in the game and think positively? They must have their own cue words I’m sure of it.
The activities in the rink alone are a lot to manage against focus, but so are the activities outside of the rink. Near the end of the game, fans started to leave. Whether it’s because of traffic or the score, I can see how that can be distracting. Do the athletes notice or are they so focused on what’s going on in the rink?
So many questions…and no answers! But sometimes as a fan and athlete I guess it’s healthy to simply sit back, enjoy a game, and let others feel the pressure for a little bit. I was back to my routine today and felt pressure from training and work, so the small break yesterday was good timing! Goodness knows that tomorrow and Saturday's workouts will punish me enough:).
Some photos from the game:
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