Murphy (left) and Demers. Photos by Mr. Michael Aldridge.
Ryan Demers ’27 and Colten Murphy ’26 have been working on a training influencer project for Peak Pathways on the Instagram account @Better.Lift. According to the school’s website, “the Peak Pathways Program at Northwood is a flagship academic offering that provides students with a transformative, year-long independent study experience. This customizable program empowers students to take ownership of their education by pursuing in-depth projects on topics they are passionate about, fostering personal growth, and preparing them for success in high school, college, and beyond.”
“Having a hockey training account on Instagram is a fantastic way to share your skills, workouts, and progress with others who love the game. It helps you stay motivated, connect with other players, and build your personal brand while showing your dedication and growth on the ice,” Colten Murphy ’26 said. “Starting this account has been a massive help for athletes, but also for us because showing that we are staying committed to the game and trying to reach the next level,” Colten added.
“I knew I wanted to do something like this to build an account where young hockey athletes can receive training and advice on reaching the next level,” Ryan Demers ’27 said. “Someone who helped me through this project is Sam Lyne ’24. He has been giving a step-by-step process on how to run this type of account and how to maintain it for people who will remain watching, like the video, and drop the follow button,” Ryan added.
“We created this hockey workout account to help young players understand what it really takes to improve and reach their goals. It shares simple drills, workouts, and training tips they can use on and off the ice to build strength, speed, and confidence,” Ryan Demers ’27 said.
“The account shows that progress does not happen overnight, but through hard work and consistency. By following along, young athletes can stay motivated, learn new skills, and develop strong habits that will help them grow both as players and as people,” Colten Murphy ’26 said.
This account is amazing if you don’t understand the workouts or don’t know what you are doing during a workout. It gives you all the advice you need in one place to reach the next level and chase your dreams.
