Ski Safety

Ski Safety

It is essential that you take out a ski insurance policy. If you have an annual multi trip policy you may find that winter sports cover is already included, if not then an add on can be bought from your original insurance provider.

As with all types of sporting activity there are bound to be a certain amount of injury's to active participants. The commonest injuries are knee sprains, thumb sprains and shoulder injuries. It is strongly recommended that a programme of training be undertaken at least 4 – 6 weeks before your holiday begins. This should include a section of exercises on both strength based activities as well as cardiovascular.

  • Keep well hydrated with water when you ski or board and always remember to take a healthy bottle of H2O when you're out on the mountain. Your body requires approximately half a litre of water an hour to keep you performing at your best. Drinking bladders are a great way to stay hydrated; but make sure the tubes are insulated to prevent them freezing.
  • Alcohol or intoxicating substances should not be consumed before you ride. At high altitude, even that small glass of beer or wine can affect your reflexes.
  • Snow-boarders should consider wearing leashes, this will stop the 'runaway board' if you come out of your bindings.

For the full guide regarding ski safety from the Ski Federation please click here.