In the offseason I go back to my hometown and, in the first week, I binge on mom’s famous chicken chili and drink a lot of beer. After that I go back to salads and water. Some guys that I played pee wee with will meet up and we will hit the gym. We work out for a few hours and then we grab a protein packed lunch. Some of us break off and go home but I usually hit the rink. I go to the pro shop and check in with Perry, the man who has worked there since before I was born. Then I lace up and go for a skate. Perry’s husband Steve usually has an agility course set up for me. He invites current captains of all the leagues at the rink and the local school captains to join. We do a skills competition of the sorts. I think that going to the rink helps my mental strength too and I think you’ll find that most guys don’t stray too far from a rink to keep them grounded. Once I retire maybe It will be different but not right now.