Staying Safe On The Slopes
Staying Safe on the Slopes Living in the Pacific Northwest, many of us love being so close to multiple ski slopes. Skiing and snowboarding are the perfect winter activity for where we live! Whether you're a skier or a snowboarder, there are certain precautions you can take to stay safe during your time on the mountain. How to Prepare A significant way to prepare for an outing on the ski trails is to prepare your body and muscles beforehand. Hitting the gym can help you build the proper muscle strength necessary for your chosen snow sport. Some gyms may have workout programs that can help you prepare specifically for a ski or snowboarding season. Hiking and brisk cardio workouts are always great to help prepare your body for the season. Working out before the season starts can reduce the risk of injury, speed up recovery, and limit fatigue from being on the mountain. If you’ve never skied or snowboarded before, or even if it’s been a few seasons since you last were last out, a lesson might help you get the hang of things. Many ski resorts have lessons available for multiple proficiency levels at varying times of the day, and sometimes [...]