CONNOR TUTTLE
Connor came to Poliquin Performance Chicago in May of 2006, while taking a “break” from Ice Hockey over the summer. He didn’t see high school level hockey going anywhere for him and was beginning to focus on his university aspirations. To Connor’s benefit, his parents introduced him to PPC Chicago to get some serious training in for the summer.



PPC Athlete Profile

Starting Date: May 10, 2006
Name: Connor Tuttle
Age: 17
Height: 6'1"
Weight: 179.2 Lbs
% body fat: 9.8%
Lean Body Mass 162 Lbs
Sport: Ice Hockey
Position: Defensemen

March 30, 2007
Age: 18
Height: 6'2"
Weight 200.4 Lbs
% body fat: 7.6%
Lean Body Mass 185 Lbs

Weight gained = 21.2 Lbs
Fat Loss = 2.33 Lbs (2.2%)
Muscle gain = 23.5 Lbs

Connor displayed the usual wear and tear Hockey players commonly fall victim to when they train on their own. The PPC structural balance assessment uncovered his weaknesses and imbalances and he was ready to get started.

Pro Hockey Players on over 25 teams in the NHL put their faith without question on the foundation and results that Poliquin Performance Centers provide. This is the commitment that Connor embraced when he started his training program. PPC Coach Ted Carlson developed a plan that spanned from the gym floor to the dinner table, locking down 4 training days per week plus energy system development and restructuring the typical teenager’s eating habits to pave the road for serious gains.

Connor focused on getting physically prepared for the challenge of his senior year of high school hockey. Connor’s training discipline and dedication to the program outside the gym brought quick gains in strength. His personal improvements on the gym floor, steady support his parents and encouragement from Coach Carlson were enough to spark interest in trying out for a junior team, Springfield Blues of the NAHL. After 5 days of showcasing his skills at defense, he was sent home with little more than the experience and exposure that tryouts can give.

CYA (Chicago Young Americans) had been scouting the tryouts in Springfield, liked what they saw, and they were very interested in the idea of Connor filling a line on their AAA Midget Major Team. Naturally he took the offer and left “high school hockey” behind.

When asked how they felt about Connor’s recent arrival to the CYA, teammates stated he seemed to do ok at the position. Just a month into the season there was little doubt about what role Connor would play for CYA on the ice. He was in fact, a force on defense, referred to as a “wrecking ball” by teammates and parents alike. Stats for Connor’s 1st year in the AAA hockey include 10 goals, 15 assists, and 90+ penalty minutes.

How does Connor look out there? “He is one of the top defensemen in the league without question. You don’t just skate around him, he’s tough and brings his A game on the ice every shift”, Teammate, George Isham (Center).

Coincidentally, George Isham and teammate Robert Linsmayer both joined PPC as a result of seeing just what kind of impact it made on Connor’s game play.

Most players don’t see quality time on the gym floor during the competitive season. Connor took advantage of his proximity to PPC Chicago and participated in a specially designed in-season training program to complement his on ice training. The program was developed specifically for Connor to prevent common injuries and assist him keeping the muscle he worked so hard gain over the summer. Here is a sample of his Maintenance Routine:

Exercise		Sets	Reps	Tempo	Rest
A1	Back Squat Barbell - Heels elevated	3	4-6	30x1	180s
A2	Chins - Thick Mid Parallel Grip	3	4-6	31x1	180s
B1	Hip Extension - Pro0ne Single Leg	2	5-7	20x3	90s
B2	Shoulder Press -1 Arm - Parallel Grip	2	5-7	30x2	90s
C1	Trap 3 - DB Single Arm	2	6-8	3010	60s
C2	External Rotation Arm in Front	2	6-8	2020	60s

Typically players lose weight over the course of the season. Connor gained 4 pounds as the season developed.

PPC recognizes importance of an in season program for players who more often than not, begin to display fatigue as the demanding season schedule takes its toll. The key is to maintain and not fall victim to the imbalances that can be created by the game.

Time well invested in training at PPC Chicago has opened doors for this Featured Athlete making him a prospect on numerous teams in the USHL. More importantly the potential that he possesses is being tapped into and he is looking at a possible future in hockey after all.

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