CategoryPlay
Session30 - 90 min
Hockey combines skating or field movement with quick acceleration, balance, stick skill, and repeated intense shifts. The sport is built around bursts of speed, rapid direction changes, and technical control under pressure. Depending on the format, it can be one of the more demanding play-based activity types.
Exercise Metrics
Fitness Profile [1]
Strength
5
Low-Intensity Cardio (aerobic)
8
High-Intensity Cardio (peak)
7
Mobility & Flexibility
4
Balance
7
Estimated impact of the activity on the 5 key fitness dimensions for longevity.
Based on Bryan Johnson's Blueprint Protocol.
Heart Rate Zones [2]
0
Rest
0 - 49 %
1
Very easy
50 - 59 %
2
Easy aerobic
60 - 69 %
3
Moderate aerobic
70 - 79 %
4
Hard
80 - 89 %
5
Very hard
90 - 100 %
Typical distribution as % of HR max.
Actual values depend on workout intensity, fitness level, duration, and individual physiology.
Activity Type Details
Apple Health label
Hockey
HealthKit reference [3]
.hockey
MET [4]
7.8 - 10
Typical session duration
30 - 90 min
Recommended fitness level
Intermediate
Injury risk
High
Training advice
Benefits
Hockey develops acceleration, balance, stick skill, repeat sprint ability, and powerful lower-body movement. Shift-based play gives intense work intervals with technical demands.
What to watch out for
Skating or field movement, sticks, pucks or balls, and contact increase risk. Use appropriate protective gear, monitor groin and hip load, and respect head-impact and collision protocols.
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[1]
Learn more about fitness longevity dimensions in the "5 Pillars of Exercise for Longevity" resource.
[2]
Learn more about Heart Rate Zones in the "Heart Rate Zones Explained" resource.
[3]
The HealthKit HKWorkoutActivityType value this Activity Type is associated with.
[4]
MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) expresses how much energy an activity requires compared with rest. It is commonly used together with body weight and exercise duration to estimate calorie burn.
Disclaimer
The content on this page is for general informational purposes only and not intended as medical advice. Provided metrics are for the most part estimates and might not be based on clinical evidence. The goal is to provide directional guidance and improve the models over time.