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January 5th, 2009 — Family, Kids, Lessons, New York, Resort Reviews, Skiing, Snow, Snowboarding, Terrain Parks
Bristol Mountain Resort is located in Canandaigua, NY, US
Phone - (585) 374 6000
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Website: http://www.bristolmountain.com/
About the Resort -
The Bristol Mountain Ski Resort offers one of the tallest vertical drops out of every ski area in the Adirondack and Catskill areas as well as the Rocky Mountains. The longest run at the Bristol Mountain Ski Resort is over two miles long, and Bristol Mountain is also known for providing night skiing and snowboarding until 10 o'clock pm. There are two different terrain parks, the more difficult of which offers half a mile worth of length and includes a pipe that is 425' long. Many skiers and snowboarders regard the Bristol Mountain Ski Resort as a hidden secret amount all who visit for the first time.
What You Need to Know -
The Bristol Mountain Ski Resort is located in the Finger Lakes Winery Country, and has an exciting vertical rise and drop of 1,200 feet. This is a family oriented resort that offers state of the art snowmaking for 97% of the trails and slopes, and 96% of everything that is covered with lighting. The Bristol Mountain Ski Area offers a 2,200 foot summit, 160 acres of terrain and 110" of annual snow. 97 percent of all snow is produced on site. The ski season for the Bristol Mountain Ski Area typically begins around late November and runs until the beginning weeks of April. Bristol Mountain has a nice division of terrain types, with 33 trails and a 10,560 foot run. The toughest trail in the area is called Quantum Leap. There are 2 quads, two triples, 1 double and 1 surface lifts, two terrain parks and one half pipe on site.
Tips for Beginners -
Lessons are offered every day via a Snow Sports School that is certified by the Professional Instructors of America. There are over 240 different instructors on staff, with expertise in all disciplines of skiing and snowboarding. There is also a children's center that offers great instruction programs for children, as well as state certified childcare. The Bristol Mountain Ski Resort also offers rental equipment for beginners without their own gear, including modern shaped skis and strap-in snowboarding equipment.
Fees -
Bristol Mountain offers the same lift ticket rates on weekdays, weekends and holidays. Adult full day lift tickets are $51 dollars, and half day lift tickets are $48 dollars. Junior and senior lift tickets for full days are $42 dollars, and half day lift tickets for these individuals are $39 dollars. The Bristol Mountain Ski Resort offers 8 hour start anytime tickets and 4 hour start anytime tickets, as well as mini week lift ticket passes, which are $120 for adults and $114 for seniors and juniors.
Bristol Mountain also offers rental gear. Snowboarding packages and Ski packages are $26 dollars and junior ski and snowboarding packages are $16 dollars. Skiing and snowboarding packages include all gear necessary to hit the slopes.
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- Suicide Six Resort, Woodstock, Vermont Suicide Six Resort is located in Woodstock, Vermont, United States Phone - (802) 457 6661 / (800) 448 7900 Website- http://www.woodstockinn.com/ About the Resort - What may be the largest factor making the Suicide Six Resort in Woodstock, Vermont as unique as it is, is when skiing history was made......
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January 2nd, 2009 — Snow
Possessing the right pieces of snowboarding equipment the first time that you set out is absolutely essential to your safety and your wellbeing. The essential pieces of snowboarding gear include:
- Snowboard
- Boots
- Bindings
- Gloves
- Goggles
- Pants
- Jacket
- Helmet (Recommended, but not required).
What may not be as obvious as this simple list of equipment is how important it is that you select the right equipment. The first and possibly the most important choice to make is which snowboard you will use. The only thing that your snowboard knows is your weight, but not how tall you are or how good you are at riding. You want to stand a snowboard up on its end and measure how tall it is in comparison to your own height. If it comes up to your collar bone or below your chin, then it will be an easier board for turning, which is excellent for beginning riders, but it will not be ideal for higher speed stability. Boards that measure between your chin and your chose are average sized, meaning that they can handle most styles and conditions, but they may be too large and too stiff for a beginning rider. If you choose a board that is above your nose in length, then you will have a board that is excellent for deeper powder because it will allow you to float on top of the snow. Longer boards are definitely not ideal for beginners.
* Make sure that you consider your riding abilities, your weight, your height and the conditions that you will be riding in when you choose your snowboard.
Selecting your bindings and your boots is not going to be as complicated when you are new to snowboarding, because you do not really have a preference yet. Boots basically either come in stiff or soft variations. Stiff boots are ideal for carving, riding through chunky snow and going really fast. Soft boots are ideal for doing tricks because they allow for more movement and flexibility. If you are not sure about your bindings, ask a professional, because many manufacturers are coming out with new technologies and it can be a little difficult to tell which are good and which are worth passing on.
Choosing the rest of your necessary snowboarding equipment has more to do with the weather than anything else. Choosing your goggles, gloves, snowboarding pants and jacket should be based on the average climate and weather for the mountain of your choosing. Different parts of the world generate different types of snow. Some snow and air is moister than others. Wetter snow tends to require more water proofing in your apparel, while warmer gear is required for air that is rich in humidity. When selecting your goggles, make sure that you think about the amount of sun that you will be riding in. Having the right equipment is key to your enjoyment, success and safety.
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January 1st, 2009 — Kids, Lessons, New York, Resort Reviews, Skiing, Snow, Snowboarding
Peek'n Peak Resort and Spa is located in Findley Lake, NY US
Phone - (716) 355 4141
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About the Resort -
The Peek'n Peak Resort and Spa is nestled in Southwestern New York, offering a stunning 105 acres worth of terrain that can be skied and snowboarded on. The Peek'n Peak Resort and Spa makes 100 percent of their snow, meaning that you can easily enjoy a full day of fun no matter when you visit during the ski season. The Peek'n Peak Resort and Spa also provides night skiing, which offers a completely unique skiing experience, especially for first timers.
What You Need to Know -
The Peek'n Peak Resort and Spa offers 105 acres of skiable terrain, with 200" of annual snow, 100% of which is generated. The season begins on November 24, 2008 and is slated to end on April 1, 2009. Peek'n Peak is known for offering excellent night time skiing and plenty of exciting terrain that caters to all levels of experience. There are 27 total trails, and the longest run is nearly a mile at 4,100 feet. The toughest trail is called Cross Bow. There are 6 triple lifts, two doubles, and two "other". The Peek'n Peak Resort and Spa also offers a half pipe and three different terrain parks.
Tips for Beginners -
The Peek'n Peak Resort and Spa is known for providing some of the best learning facilities in the region, which includes learning programs designed for children, which are typically hard to come by. Learn to ski or to ride for $60 for a group class, or learn during a one hour private session for $85 dollars. Peek'n Peak offers some of the best learning instruction for beginners and experts alike, including a learn to ride program and snowboarding 101, and lessons for first time skiers that includes an all day beginner area lift ticket, all day rental equipment and a 1.5 hour group lesson.
Fees -
On weekends and holidays, adult full day lift tickets are $54 dollars and half day tickets are $41 dollars. Junior full day lift tickets are $41 dollars and half day tickets are $35 dollars. Senior full day and half day lift tickets are both $33 dollars. On weekdays, adult full day lift tickets are $47 and half day lift tickets are $41 dollars. Junior full day lift tickets are $36 dollars and half day tickets are $31 dollars. Senior full day and half day lift tickets are both $33 dollars. Half days begin a little later than most resorts, at 4 o'clock pm, because of the everyday night skiing.
The Peek'n Peak Resort and Spa also offers a Peak Advantage Card, offering 40% off on everything, including lessons and lift tickets. They are also currently offering $37 lift tickets from the beginning of the season to December 24, 08 and then again on March 2, 09 until the end of the season, saving 35%. The resort also offers rental gear, with ski packages for $28 dollars or $21 dollars for adults and juniors respectively, and snowboarding packages going for $33 dollars and $26 dollars for adults and juniors respectively.
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December 31st, 2008 — Family, Lessons, Resort Reviews, Skiing, Snow, Utah
Park City Mountain Resort is located in: Park City, UT
Phone: (800) 222-7275
Website: http://www.parkcitymountain.com/winter/index.html
About the Resort:
Park City Mountain Resort is considered by many to be one of the finest ski resorts in the world. With a great location, some recent renovations and a commitment to sustaining the environment, it’s easy to see why they are so popular. This is a huge resort that has been in operation for more than 40 years and during that time, they have built up some serious return business.
What You Need to Know:
You’ll have access to more than 3300 acres of skiing fun during your stay here. There are 16 lifts serving the more than 100 trails throughout the park. There are some serious runs here, with the longest being 18,000 feet. However, they have a great mix of beginner runs as well as expert runs. This is a family friendly resort, and there are plenty of different activities to enjoy while you are here.
The season starts here in mid-November and runs through mid-April. There are some great resources for snowboarders here and the terrain parks have really been built with them in mind.
Tips for Beginners:
Park City Mountain Resort is known for the educational programs, and there is no better place to learn how to ski. Their children’s lessons are renowned and they also offer some great options for adults as well. Even though just 17% of the trails are for beginners, there are plenty of places to learn how to ski and then test out your skills.
The classes here are kept small to ensure that everyone has a chance to learn at their own pace, and most will break for a lunch, and that is even included in the price of the lesson. For the money, this is the single best place to learn how to ski in the area.
Fees:
Early Season
opening to 12-12-08 Adult Youth Child Seniors
Multi Day Tickets
2 of 7 Days $154 $92 N/A $98
3 of 7 Days $231 $138 N/A $147
4 of 7 Days $308 $184 N/A $196
5 of 7 Days $385 $230 N/A $245
6 of 7 Days $462 $276 N/A $294
Regular Season
Dec. 13 - 19
Jan. 12 - Close Adult Child Seniors
Multi Day Tickets
2 of 7 Days $166 $104 N/A $112
3 of 7 Days $249 $156 N/A $168
4 of 7 Days $332 $208 N/A $224
5 of 7 Days $415 $260 N/A $280
6 of 7 Days $498 $312 N/A $336
Super Holiday
Dec. 20 - Jan. 11 Adult Youth Child Seniors
Multi Day Tickets
2 of 7 Days $170 $208 N/A $224
3 of 7 Days $255 $158 N/A $170
4 of 7 Days $340 $210 N/A $226
5 of 7 Days $425 $262 N/A $282
6 of 7 Days $510 $314 N/A $338
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From the Salt Lake City International Airport
1. Upon leaving the SLC Airport Exit head East on Interstate 80 for 4.4 miles
2. Merge onto I-15 South / I-80 East heading southbound for 2.5 miles
3. Continue on I-80 Eastbound for 21 miles
4. Exit I-80 at the Kimball Junction/Park City Exit # 145
5. Bear right heading southbound on UT-224 for 6 miles
6. Turn right onto Empire Avenue and follow road up to the base parking facilities
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December 30th, 2008 — Lessons, Nordic Skiing, Resort Reviews, Skiing, Snow, Snowboarding, Terrain Parks, Vermont
Suicide Six Resort is located in Woodstock, Vermont, United States
Phone - (802) 457 6661 / (800) 448 7900
Website- http://www.woodstockinn.com/
About the Resort -
What may be the largest factor making the Suicide Six Resort in Woodstock, Vermont as unique as it is, is when skiing history was made in 1934, when local residents rigged up a Model T Ford engine to power the first ever ski tow. Two years later, Suicide Six was opened by Bunny Bertram. This was originally a commercial ski area with a few trails, but it has grown to include 23 different trails, transporting skiers through two different chair lifts and a J bar. The opening for Suicide Six occurs in Mid December, and skiing and riding are augmented by Mother Nature for the following few months, along with snow guns and the help of superior levels of grooming.
What You Need to Know -
Peak tickets average at $55, and the elevation of the peak is an enjoyable 1,200 feet. The Woodstock Inn offers free ski and lift tickets to its residents. The inn offers additional recreation opportunities in addition to traditional skiing and Nordic skiing, including spa services, a fitness center and golf as well. The season begins near mid December and runs until the end of March most years, weather permitting. The terrain at Suicide Six is broken up pretty fairly, with 30 percent green, 35 percent blue, 30 percent black and 5 percent black double diamond. There are 23 different trails, and the toughest trail is the Back Scratcher. There are two different lifts and a terrain park as well. The summit is 1,200 Ft / 366 M and the base is 550 Ft / 168 M with a vertical of 650 Ft / 198 M. The Suicide Six in conjunction with Woodstock inn comprise a total of 100 acres, and see approximately 90 inches of annual snow, with 50% of snow being artificially produced.
Tips for Beginners -
Rental gear is available to beginners on the slopes for $32 dollars for both ski packages and snowboard packages, which provide all the gear you need to hit the slopes for the first time. The Suicide Six at the Woodstock Inn also offers lessons and instructions for beginners. Group lessons are $32 dollars per person. Private lessons are $65 dollars per person, and semi private lessons are $50 per lesson. Snowboarding lessons cost $65 per person. The season begins around mid December and tends to end around the end of March. The last snow season went from 12-21-2007 until 3-23-2008 and the following year is expected to be similar.
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Fees -
Weekend / Holiday Weekday
Full Day 1/2 Day Full Day 1/2 Day
Adult $55.00 $40.00 $36.00 $30.00
Junior $40.00 $34.00 $30.00 $23.00
Senior $40.00 $34.00 $30.00 $23.00
Half days begin at 12:30 pm.
Free lift tickets are provided to guests of the Woodstock Inn. Children rates are applicable to children aged 14 and younger, and senior rates are applicable to seniors aged 65 and older.
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December 29th, 2008 — Athlete Profiles, Cross Country Ski, Female Profiles, Skiing, Snow
Morgan Smyth was born in Northampton, MA on February 10, 1986. She started skiing at the age of 2, but was not entirely convinced she liked cross country skiing at first. Once she got into it, she became somewhat of a tiger, placing in numerous Junior World Championships. Now that she is moving through college, she has plans to work her way to the World Cup. She began her skiing racing career at the young age of nine, and gained an entirely new perspective on cross country skiing at this time. She may not have liked skiing in the past, but this is when it became a real passion for her, especially after working herself through numerous club and regional races, scoring herself a place at Styn, Norway's 2004 Junior Worlds. Her new head development coach, Matt Whitcomb was actually a member of the Bill Koch league at the same time, though only for a year. His final year in the league coincided with Smyth's first year. They had already built up some memories and some skiing history together before he was named as her head coach of development, in other words. A month after she returned from Junior Worlds she managed to earn three medals at the 2004 Junior Olympics, two bronzes and a gold medal.
Where She Is Now -
2008 was originally supposed to be a year made of recuperation and rest for Morgan Smyth, but she could not prevent herself from hitting the snow and ended up pulling fifth place at NCAA and a 10th place at the Canadian nationals. She has fully recovered from her training and seems to be progressive phenomenally. According to her head development coach, Matt Whitcomb, she is definitely going to be a factor at the U23 World Championships which are set to be held in France, and she will also definitely be shining at the World Cup starts which are being held in Whistler, where she will more than likely see her first World Cup.
Career Highlights -
Morgan Smyth has been skiing since the age of 2, but has a limited professional record. In 2006 she placed 7th in the FR sprint in the Junior Worlds. Following the Junior Words she took 3 different medals in the 2006 Junior Olympics, including a gold and two bronze metals. She is also a three time junior worlds racer at this point.
Interesting and Inspirational Quotes -
"Athletics has empowered me and I hope that I can help and inspire others to find and follow their dreams." - Morgan Smyth
"I don't want to sit at a desk!" - Morgan Smyth
"I started skiing when I was 2, but got a whole new perspective on cross country at 9. Entering Bill Koch league at 9 turned cross country skiing into my passion." - Morgan Smyth
Visit her website: http://www.smythski.com
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December 26th, 2008 — Cross Country Ski, Family, Kids, Lessons, Resort Reviews, Skiing, Snoeshoe, Snow, Snowboarding, Terrain Parks, Vermont
Okemo Mountain Resort is located in Ludlow, Vermont, United States
Phone - (802) 228-4041 / (800) 78 OKEMO
Website - http://www.okemo.com/okemowinter/
About the Resort -
Okemo Mountain Resort is regarded as providing the most extensive coverage in Vermont, as well as the state's highest vertical at 2,200 feet, along with an efficient and modern lift system and a vast network of trails that spreads over five different mountain areas, meaning that if you are looking for the ultimate in skiing and snowboarding for your winter vacation, Okemo Mountain Resort has what you need. Okemo is the home to a gigantic Super Pipe, along with five different action packed terrain parks, and offers day care for those who are too young to hit the slopes so that you can enjoy the powder without worrying about your little ones. Take advantage of activities like cross country skiing, back country skiing, a winter indoor golf academy, and snowshoeing among other activities provided by this unique and vast snow resort.
What You Need to Know -
Okemo's reputation speaks volumes about what you can expect when you arrive. Okemo Mountain Resort is known for providing incredible and varied terrain, legendary conditions and service that simply cannot be rivaled. The family ownership behind the Okemo Mountain Resort is what keeps it operating so smoothly, thanks to Tim and Diane Mueller and their commitment to absolute excellence. The Okemo Mountain Resort just recently added a new area, the Jackson Gore Inn and Base Facility, and with it comes a brand new terrain area and an assortment of new culinary options as well.
Tips for Beginners -
The first thing that you should know as a beginner is that you can rent gear if you do not have gear of your own. Ski packages and snowboarding packages are $18.00 dollars for adults, and $20.00 for juniors and seniors. Ski rental packages include skis, boots and poles, and snowboard packages include boards and boots.
The next thing to know as a beginner to the slopes is that the Okemo Mountain Resort offers a cutting edge learning center with numerous instructional programs including private instruction, semi private instruction and group lessons as well. Children's ski programs include Snow Star Skiers for ages 4 to 7 and Young Mountain Explorers intended for ages 7 to 14. there are also snowboarding programs for ages 5 to 7 (Snow Star Riders) and 7 to 14 (Young Riders).
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Fees -
For every day that an adult would like to enjoy the slopes, lift tickets are up to $77 a day, with junior skiers are expected to pay up $50 a day. There are packages which cover savings over longer periods and are subject to availability. Renting either a ski or snowboarding package will run $20 a day for junior guests, and $18 a day for adults. If you plan on spending a few days at the slopes, buying a season pass may be the most advantageous option, as it offers discounts on lodging, lift tickets and other aspects of your ski and snow vacation that a traditional lift ticket will not afford you.
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December 25th, 2008 — Kids, Lessons, Resort Reviews, Skiing, Snow, Snowboarding, Terrain Parks, Vermont
About the Resort -
Killington Resort is located in Killington, Vermont
Phone - (802) 422-6200 / (800) 621-MTNS
Website- http://www.killington.com/winter/index.html
Killington Resort is the largest ski resort in the northeast US, with a large variety of terrain types to keep skiers and snowboarders busy throughout the season. December 13th of this year marks the 50th anniversary of the slopes initial opening back in 1958. In celebration, the resort has spent over 8 million dollars on slope improvements.
A single lift ticket will give you access to 33 lifts leading to 200 trails, all across the 4200 foot high peak. There are over a hundred properties available, from a first class resort, to cozy little country inns. There are also town homes and condominiums available, as well as single family homes.
The mountain is maintained by a fleet of 18 vehicles, which treat and groom over half of the mountain every night. With 250 inches of snow a year, the slopes will provide an excellent experience every day of the season.
What You Need to Know -
The resorts season starts November 14th, 2008 and ends April 19th, 2009. Over the course of the year, the resort will receive on average just about 21 feet of snow. Across 1200 acres, there are 191 trails spread about roughly evenly from green, blue and single black difficulties. The lifts run at a capacity of 52,000 guests an hour.
Tips for Beginners -
Killington resort offers a large number of lessons for both its junior guests and its adult guests. For the juniors, there are five daily lesson programs of varying difficulty, as well as a season long camp program for young skiers of all ages. These programs provide young skiers the chance to learn new skills or improve old ones. The minimum requirement regarding the kids skill level is that they be able to get on the lift by themselves.
Adult programs are available on a one on one basis or as part of a group. Daily group lessons will instruct skiers of any skill level in the techniques of the sport. There are beginners, intermediate and advance classes, so skiers of any level will find benefit. There are also special classes for jump practice, and even a season camp program for adult learners.
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Lift tickets for adults start at $82 per day, with multiple days enjoying a small discount. Starting at three or more days, guests to the mountain get to enjoy a grace day using their pass for 3 out of 4 days and so on. Junior skiers start at $65 a day.
Equipment rentals are available at a per day rate, with small discounts for multiple day rentals. For adults, a full package, which includes skis, poles and boots or a snowboard and boots, starts at $39 a day. Come with your own boots for $4 off per day. Junior visitors enjoy the full package for $26 a day, with $3 off per day for bringing their own boots. There are plenty of other deals offered on a daily basis, so skiers should keep an eye out for great deals.
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December 24th, 2008 — Family, Kids, Lessons, Skiing, Snow, Snowboarding, Tips and Tricks
If you are new to the idea of skiing, but planning to visit a resort and want to hit the slopes for the first time, it is important that you take the time to consider ski or snowboarding instruction. Most large scale skiing resorts offer some form of instruction, which is available either in private one-on-one lessons, family lessons or larger group lessons. Choosing the right type of lessons is important if you want to be successful at learning how to ski. Obviously, depending on how long you plan to be in town, the speed of your learning is going to be important. You do not want to spend the entire visit in lessons only to run out of time before you can implement everything you learned on a beginner slope. Here are some of your instruction opportunities.
Private Lessons -
If you have absolutely no skiing experience, and you want to learn relatively quickly, then private one-on-one lessons are usually a good idea. These entail a learning experience where it is only you and the instructor. If you have a lot of questions or need special care or treatment, then choose a private lesson where the instructor can focus all of his attention on you. The primary advantages to private lessons are the ability to ask more questions and get more attention, and the ability to hit the slopes more quickly since your instructor will be there to keep an eye on you.
Family Lessons -
Family lessons have a somewhat different format to them, because you will be working with a private instructor, but your entire family will be there so it is not quite a one on one experience. If you and your spouse have some working understanding of skiing and you want to impart that onto your children, this is an excellent style of skiing lessons. If everyone is new to the concept of skiing it may not be ideal for the entire family to learn all at once unless you consider a group experience instead where everyone is a beginner.
Group Lessons -
Group lessons are popular, and therefore are offered by most skiing and snowboarding resorts. The purpose behind group lessons is to act as a class, where everyone is brand new to the concept of skiing, and all of the basics can be learned as a group with a single instructor calling the shots. The format here is obviously different because you are sharing the time with other people and will not be able to ask as many questions, but it is an excellent place to learn if you only want to get the basics down and have time to hit the slopes later when you are feeling more comfortable.
You will learn a lot about skiing no matter which style of lessons you choose, so choose the one that you feel most comfortable with and enjoy the powder!
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December 23rd, 2008 — Skiing, Snow, Snowboarding, Tips and Tricks
If you want to spend the winter season skiing, practicing some tips and tricks for safe snow sports is a good idea. Good preparation, afterall, tends to pay dividends. If you are interested in skiing or snowboarding then it is absolutely vital that you learn some basic tips for safety before you ever hit the slopes or the hills. Just like with any other physical activity, skiing can make you susceptible to injury. The good news, however, is that by taking the right precautions and wearing the right protective gear, you can significantly reduce the risk of injury, making sure instead that you enjoy a pleasurable day on the slopes.
Techniques for Injury Prevention
Many skiing and snowboarding injuries commonly occur in the body's upper extremities or in the feet and ankles. Sprains are one of the most common types of injuries, followed closely by contusions and fractures. Because skiers and snowboarders tend to fall forwards or backwards, upper body injuries are also largely common. Rather than throwing your arms outward to catch yourself as many skiers and snowboarders are unfortunately prone to do, you should try to keep your arms tucked in, trying to roll into the fall instead. If you throw your arms outward when you fall, you can fracture your wrists, elbows or shoulders quite easily. By tucking and rolling, you will distribute the impact of the fall over a larger portion of the body. The fall will likely still hurt, but the impact will not be hard enough on any one part of your body to cause a serious injury.
Lower Body Injuries
When lower body injuries do occur, it is primarily because the skier's or snowboarder's feet are strapped into skis or a snowboard, localizing knee movement. If you do a lot of aerial style movements, then the chance of incurring abdominal, spine, chest or head injuries is greatly increased. You should be aware of the fact that ankle injuries are also quite common. It is also possible that if you lose control of your board or skis at a high speed that you may incur a head or spinal injury.
See a Doctor Immediately
If you do obtain any injuries while skiing or snowboard it may be difficult for you to figure out what extent of injuries exist. Any time there is swelling or puffiness where the injury is, this may indicate that the injury is serious and needs to be addressed by a trained physician. Always make sure that you visit a physician as soon as possible to rule out breaks, fractures, serious sprains or other serious injuries. Obtaining a correct diagnosis is vital if you want the injury to properly heal rather than being exacerbated on the slopes.
Protect Yourself
You can protect yourself by insuring that your body is in good condition and covered in the proper gear. Follow a fitness routine prior to hitting the slopes to make sure that you are strong and in good shape, and make sure to buy high quality protective gear any time you intend to go skiing or snowboarding if you want to cushion some of the impact during a fall. Snowboarding and skiing may be risky sports, but you can protect yourself with a little bit of know how.
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