Shred the mountain without getting hurt.

These simple safety precautions help you to avoid the most common ski injuries.

(A little foreshadowing for you: They could not.)

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Surely she, a former kick-ass skier, would have the right words.

Lets just say, it didnt go well.

4 Tips To Prevent Ski Injuries This Winter

1.

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Kelly Jensen is a manager at The Alpineer, a Christy Sports store that sells arctic sports supplies.

This is important both before and during skiing.

With this in mind, maybe rethink the pre-slope party and hold off drinking until apres-ski.

Skiing can be a cold sport and that cold will affect your muscles, Jensen says.

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I stretch in the lift line and before the start of most runs.

When stretching, she says to focus on your hamstrings, quads, and calves.

Wear properly-fitted gear

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That said, dont be shy about advocating for yourself and your comfort.

In addition to your boots, Jensen says to pay attention to your bindings.

Bindings are an integral part of system safety and cannot be understated, she says.

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Kelly Jensen is a manager at The Alpineer, a Christy Sports store that sells arctic sports supplies.

Improperly adjusted bindings can very quickly lead to an injury.

Listen to your body

Last but not least, Jensen says to listen to your body.

before and while skiing.

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Often, I ease into my ski day with a mellower run whenever I can, she shares.

Additionally, she says that knowing when to call it a day is paramount.

After all, skiing while fatigued can lead to ski injuries.

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As for me, will I go back out on the mountain?

Will I skip the lesson or head straight to the top?

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