The Ride to the Rink: Building Habits for Success: Insights from Luke Croucher

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Show Notes:

In this episode of “The Ride to the Rink,” host Lee Elias is joined by Division 3 hockey player and online influencer Luke Croucher. Currently playing for Neumann University, Luke shares his journey from Canada to Philadelphia and dives into the importance of building habits for success in hockey and life. They discuss how small, consistent actions can lead to significant improvements and the mental fortitude required to maintain these habits. Luke provides practical tips on creating productive routines, overcoming obstacles, and maintaining motivation.

Key Topics:

1. Introduction to Luke Croucher:
   1. Background as a Division 3 hockey player at Newman University.
   2. His role as an online influencer and content creator.
2. The Power of Habits:
   1. Importance of daily habits in becoming a better hockey player.
   2. Insights from the book “The Power of Habit” by Charles Duhigg.
   3. How 40% of daily actions are driven by habits.
3. Creating Productive Routines:
   1. Building routines to support habit formation.
   2. Example of using a home gym and the importance of consistent practice.
   3. The concept that “time has memory” and “location has energy.”
4. Mental and Emotional Aspects:
   1. Overcoming the lack of motivation and emotional challenges.
   2. Building confidence through consistency and showing up even on tough days.
5. Practical Tips for Young Players:
   1. How young players can start building habits at any age.
   2. The importance of tenacity and not being afraid to make mistakes.
   3. Encouraging a mindset of continual improvement and risk-taking.
6. Final Thoughts and Advice:
   1. The significance of parental support in helping kids build habits.
   2. Luke’s personal experiences and advice for aspiring hockey players.

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