Leaning forward while on the ice

[sbw123]

When I drop to my knees for a low shot, either for the five hole or to either side, I tend to lean forward to brace myself with my glove and/or blocker. The result is my wrists and elbows have a tremendous amount of strain on them.

What is the correct form? How can I can control my torso when lunging for a shot?

Hopefully my problem and question makes sense.

Thanks.

[Damion]

one of these is likely your problem your actuall save technique may also be the culprit. A glaring weakness in any of the three will produce the result you describe or a combination of any two or all three of them to lesser extents can also produce said result.

[Jerry Klein]

You should be able to drop down to your knees (and get up again) without bracing yourself with either hand. Sound like you need to work on your balance and/or leg strength.

[RichMan]

Originally Posted by Damion

one of these is likely your problem your actuall save technique may also be the culprit. A glaring weakness in any of the three will produce the result you describe or a combination of any two or all three of them to lesser extents can also produce said result.

I support this...a weak abdominal wall could be a reason. And don't forget to also work your flexors and your lower back, obliques as well. They all work together to make your core stable.

I noticed that i was leaning forward cause my core was a little weak. Then, after correcting that, i noticed i was leaning back and sitting during b-fly taking away coverage over top. It's all a thinking process that eventualy gets ingrained in your motor skills...plus the training/conditioning.