Cody Hodgson sits down with Coach A and Gards to share his incredible journey—from battling Malignant Hyperthermia, a rare and life-altering medical condition, to making a remarkable comeback to pro hockey, and now turning his focus to coaching the next generation of athletes.

Cody opens up about the mental and physical challenges he’s faced, the lessons he’s learned along the way, and how his experiences have shaped his approach to life, performance, and mentorship.

🔥 In this episode:
✅ Cody’s battle with Malignant Hyperthermia
✅ His mindset through recovery and comeback
✅ Transitioning from NHL player to mentor & coach
✅ Advice for young players chasing their dreams

Whether you're a player, parent, or coach, this is a must-listen. Cody’s story is one of resilience, perspective, and passion for the game.

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28 Days, 28 Tips & 28 Ways to Help Your Young Athlete Improve

We're on a mission to help 1 million hockey players level up their game. If that sounds like something you’d be interested in, then don’t miss our weekly episodes. We’ll share our experiences, interview some of the top players in the game (old and new), and provide you with actionable tips, you know, things that actually make you a better player.

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The Hosts 

Coach Adrian (A) @championshiplifestyle

From growing up in a small blue-collar Canadian city to becoming the Head Strength Coach at Gary Roberts Performance hockey has taught me many of life’s lessons. I’ve been blessed to spend the last 12 years helping some of the top NHL players – like McDavid and Stamkos – prepare for the season. 

Fun Fact – I fought MMA professionally for nearly a decade. 

Coach Ryan (Gards) 

Gards is the real star of the show. He is our On-Ice Coach at Gary Roberts Performance he’s a veteran of over 1000 NLA (Switzerland’s Top League) games. Gards has played in 5 Spengler Cups, 3 World Championships, and 1 Olympics. 

Fun Fact – Gard's grandfather Cal is a “Top 100 Leaf of All Time.”

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Gary Roberts Performance hosts this podcast. If you’re looking to take your game to the next level, GRP offers comprehensive training programs for the elite hockey player.

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