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In
line with my recent ski trip.. I present to you ….
5 Things NOT to do when
attempting Snow Sports
1. Never..never, go without
adequate clothing.
By this I mean.. enough clothes to keep you warm.
The last thing you want to do is look like some idiot from a tropical country
who is suffering from hypothermia..Also, I remind you to wear wind pants, or
any pants that is water-proof, unless you want a wet b-e-h-i-n-d.
2. Never, never put on skis
that are pointing down a slope
I’m sure this is fairly obvious, you wouldn’t
want look like the skis have taken YOU for a run ..would you?
3. Never, ever, ever ski without
your eyes
This is
one of the deadliest things to do. LOOK where you are going, not down at your
skis, or at the scenery around you. Yes, it is beautiful, but if you don’t look
where you are going….you might end up wrapped up like a mummy..or if you are
heartless enough, trip over yourself and dive into a kid.
4. Never, never sit down on the
pommel
If you
don’t know what a pommel is, it is this little thing which pulls you up a
slope, which is placed between your legs. Under any circumstances, you are not
to rest your entire weight on it. C’mon it’s a measly little plastic thingy
which is not designed to bear your weight. Believe me, I’ve witnessed some
people fall in the snow because of it. And IF you do fall down while on the
pommel, LET GO. I repeat myself..as this is of utmost importance, let go of
that plastic thingy if you fall..unless you desire to be dragged along…not a
pretty sight I tell you..
5.Never, ever, ever, ever attempt
any stunts you are not ready for.
This is
‘specially for the daredevils out there. You don’t want to try something you
are not ready for. Not unless you want to go home looking like some prize
fighter and having to pay a pretty penny for medical bills.
Now, that I have lectured you on
what you should not do, here’s what you SHOULD do.
5 things you should do when
attempting Snow Sports
1. Always, always make sure your
ski boots are tight/an adequate fit.
This is especially important so that you don’t
end up with a broken leg/ankle.
2. Always have confidence in
yourself.
Don’t be afraid of
falling, if you don’t try, you won’t learn.
3 Always take lessons if you
have NO clue whatsoever about your winter sport of choice.
I’ve put this down because I personally learnt a
lot from the lesson. BUT most importantly was..I saw some people (who obviously
had decided NOT to take lessons) flailing around attempting, I repeat,
attempting to ski. However, I noticed that most of their time was spent on
their b-e-h-i-n-d-s or flying straight into poor, innocent passerbys. Not much
fun I tell you..
4. Always observe, learn and
practice
You can always learn by observing the people
around you. Common sense would tell you to look at the ones who are better than
you. Once you have observed, practice those moves..practice does make perfect.
Don’t worry if you don’t make it the first time. You are not perfect..but I
am..haha.
5. Always, always, always have
fun
The main
purpose of engaging in winter sports is definitely for you to have fun. So
don’t hang back for fear of embarrassment or hurt coz’ ‘you’ll lose
out….seriously, if you don’t attempt it in regards to the reasons listed
above…you have some issues and need some help..
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