Day 3 of Hell Week: Done

Hell Week so far is, well, hellish. After the first day, I was sore. After today, I am even more sore. And after tomorrow, I don't know what I will feel like, but I'm thinking it will start with the letter "s." I'm making a good impression so far. I worked my butt off the past three days, and I think the coaches are noticing. Today was a harder day for me; I didn't stick out as much as I did on Monday, but I still think the coaches noticed my hard work and effort today. The exercises we do are grueling, and we don't give any muscle group a break. I think the coaches' ideas are that if we can't be on the ice, we might as well get them in shape off the ice by pushing them to the limit. This week is teaching me the importance of nutrition, rest, and hydration because my body needs all the help it can take. Mentally, I know I am stronger than most here. I may not be the most fit physically, but I know that my mental toughness can help separate me from other guys who are giving up easily in drills. I try to push through every exercise, no matter how much it hurts. I don't want to be a kid who is cut before even stepping on the ice, and I'm making sure the coaches notice my work. Tonight we have a night off. As a team we are going to a movie, but tomorrow, it's back to work again.