Special physical training of hockey goalies

The present article is devoted to the study of specialized physical training of hockey goalies. The relevance of this topic is due to the significant influence of the goalies' physical form on the quality of their performances in the game. The article deals with the problem of special physical training of hockey goalies. The author examines the peculiarities of physical preparation of goalies, as well as cites various training methods and exercises that contribute to improving coordination of movement, reaction, strength and endurance. It also discusses the influence of psychological training on the sports performance. As a result, the author concludes that an integrated approach to goalkeeper training, which includes not only physical, but also psychological aspects, is necessary. The theoretical significance of the publication lies in the analysis of the main aspects of the goalkeeper training process, as well as in the consideration of existing methods of specialized physical training to improve the effectiveness of the goalkeeper game. The practical significance of this work consists in recommendations for the development of specialized physical training programs for hockey goalies.