The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission estimates that 84,200 skiing injuries and 37,600 snowboarding injuries were treated in U.S. hospital emergency rooms in 1997. The most common injuries were to the knee and ankle sprains and fractures. Dr. Arciero said remember conditioning, equipment, balance and control, and if that doesn t work fall well. Serious injuries can occur, or worse. Learn from an expert instructor.
Injuries are more likely to befall a novice.
A beginner who thinks he can teach himself has a fool for an instructor. Don t overestimate your ability. Be sure your equipment is appropriate for you and your level of skill. Buy them from a reputable dealer. Warm up and cool down with stretches with special focus on the hamstrings, thighs, hips and calves.