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06/12/2026

EP. 25 - Barry Smith breaks down how NHL games are decided every few seconds: races, turnovers, and who reacts first. It’s not about thinking; it’s about habits built in practice so your response is automatic.

With how fast the NHL game is today, the difference isn’t systems; it’s speed of reaction. The teams that win are the ones that get there first and recover faster.
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06/05/2026

EP. 26 - Kim Muir breaks down the essential foundation that every player needs: skating efficiency, power, and the ability to move in all directions. In today’s game, position-specific thinking is becoming obsolete. From youth hockey to the NHL, if you can’t transition and skate backward when it matters, you’re already behind.

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06/03/2026

EP. 18 - Alex Gamelin shares what it took to compete at the Olympics. From becoming a Korean citizen to navigating the process behind the scenes, it’s a look at the commitment most people never see.

With global competition getting tighter across sports, from Olympic ice dance to the NHL, the difference often comes down to who’s willing to adapt and do the hard things others won’t. Want to hear more? Go listen to the full episode and hear the entire conversation.

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05/29/2026

EP. 26 - Skating, puck skills, and movement, which used to be considered extra, have become essential for goalies. This episode delves into how hockey’s evolution is reshaping goalie development, highlighting the growing disparity between goalies with mobility and those without.

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Season 2 is already taking shape, and we want to hear from you. Who would you love to learn from on The Athlete Lab Podc...
05/13/2026

Season 2 is already taking shape, and we want to hear from you.

Who would you love to learn from on The Athlete Lab Podcast?

Tag a guest, drop a topic, or tell us what conversations would help athletes, parents, and coaches get a little better.

Athletes. Coaches. Experts. Big thinkers. People with a story, a lesson, or a perspective worth sharing.

Drop your ideas below. 👇

05/13/2026

EP. 6 - Devin Gardner shares how playing up against older athletes shaped his development early, forcing him to adapt, compete, and figure things out faster. With athletes chasing college and pro levels, that edge often comes from experiences alike those.

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Season 2 is coming, and we’re building on what made Season 1 so meaningful: honest conversations, expert insight, and pr...
05/12/2026

Season 2 is coming, and we’re building on what made Season 1 so meaningful: honest conversations, expert insight, and practical takeaways for athletes, parents, and coaches.

The Athlete Lab Podcast exists to be a resource for the people who care about development not just in sport, but in life.

As we look ahead to Season 2, we’re opening a limited number of sponsorship opportunities for brands and organizations who believe in supporting athletes, families, and the next generation of growth-minded leaders.

The right partners will help us bring an even stronger product and resource to our community.

Interested in learning more? Reach out to [email protected] to request the Season 2 rate card.

05/11/2026

EP. 3 - With the growing popularity of women’s hockey, including the PWHL Detroit, it’s a reminder that development extends beyond honing skills. Megan Keller shares how her development was shaped by great coaches, competitive teammates, and being in the right environment. From youth hockey to the professional level, this article explores what truly helps players improve.

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05/08/2026

EP. 12 - Kim Muir, one of the most respected power skating coaches in hockey, breaks down the real reason so many athletes struggle to generate true power on the ice. With today’s game getting faster and more demanding, especially during playoffs where stride efficiency and edge control separate elite players, it’s a reminder that development isn’t just reps, it’s understanding how the body actually moves. As more players look for an edge, the science behind skating is becoming just as important as the skill itself.

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05/08/2026

EP. 30 – Before you add supplements, ask this: what’s missing? Jill Lane breaks down a smarter approach to fueling starting with food, then using supplements to support what’s not there. Protein, vitamins, fish oil, electrolytes. Simple. Intentional. Effective.

For players, parents, and coaches, it’s about building a foundation that actually supports performance and growth.

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