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The Push
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Here is where the horsepower hits the ground. Using full blade contact on
the inside edge, aggressively drive the back leg out and either recover to your
stance or push across while remaining down.
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Many goalies have had success pushing with their heels but the most
biomechanically correct method is to push so that your toe puts the final push
on the ice.
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Sharp skates with an aggressive hollow will really improve your backside
recovery skills.