How To Avoid Injuries While Skiing
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Skiers say knees are part of your body the most exposed to injuries while skiing. What can be done about that? Experts say to be prepared. It means that some preparatory exercises are needed and they need to be done in the right way. While skiing very specific muscles are being used but they are not being exercised often. When the muscles are weak and tired, they do not give the right protection.
What to do then? Specialists say a special training should be started at least six weeks before departure. It is very advisable to use local gyms and physios.
Knee-protection tips:
- Take lessons as the better your technique, the less chance for an injury.
- Make sure your bindings are set correctly because if they are not, you are eight times more likely to suffer injury.
- Take a rest after the third day of your holiday. That’s when the muscle tiredness reaches its peak.
- Do not be overweight. If you are, you put too much load on your knees.
- If you suffer from osteoarthritis, take nutritional supplements.
- Do not drink alcohol before going to the slope. It will slow down your reactions and make you reckless.
- Try not to ski on crowded slopes.
- Do not wear a knee brace as it will worsen the ability of the muscles around the knee.
- If you got injured, see a doctor immediately.
