NHL Summer Sizzle Workout Edition: James Hagens
Check out how your favorite players stay in shape during offseason
ByAnna Kulesa
August 24, 2026
Summer is in full swing and the NHL players are up in the gym working on their fitness. NHL.com is their witness. We asked players from around the League to weigh in on their workout routines, so grab a bench and check out how the players grind it out during the offseason
This week, for rep No. 8, Boston Bruins forward James Hagens shares his offseason routine:
1. What is your offseason workout routine?
Tuesday: Workout/Skate
Wednesday: Only workout
Thursday: Workout/Skate
Friday: Workout/Skate
* Trains at Warrior Ice Arena with Bruins Staff
2. Favorite song to work out to?
“Record Year” by Eric Church
3. Do you prefer…?
Cardio or lifting: Lifting
Leg day or arm day: Leg day
Running or biking: Biking
Pool or hot tub: Pool
4. What is your favorite <a href="https://healthylife7.com/not-all-exercise-protects-your-brain-from-dementia-according-to-new-research/” title=”Not all exercise protects your brain from dementia, according to new research”>exercise?
Split & Squat
5. What exercise do you dread?
Dumbbell step-up
6. What is your go-to post-workout meal?
Chicken and rice
7. Who is your favorite workout buddy?
My brother Michael
