Difficulty: Moderately Challenging
Things You’ll Need:
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skis with reliable bindings
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Well-fitted ski boots
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Fitness equipment
Step1
Ski Balance Exercises
Participate in a ski fitness program that focuses on balance and core training. Be sure to devote extra time to your hamstrings. Muscular imbalances between your hamstrings and quadriceps can lead to knee injuries. Some coaches suggest plyometric exercise as a means of developing hamstring strength and power.
Step2
Get your bindings checked! Choose a DIN setting that is appropriate for your age, weight and ski skills.
Step3
Take a ski lesson. A qualified ski instructor can help you improve your skills, so that you can safely ski more challenging terrain.
Step4
Keep your hands forward as you ski. This will help you keep your weight over your skis. If your weight is forward, you are less likely to fall backwards.
Step5
If you feel that you are about to fall, do not straighten your legs. Flexing your knees will lessen the severity of a fall. If you do fall, do not try to get up while you are still moving.