The winter sports season is in full swing! Are you also going to hit the snow or have you already been? Maybe you are hesitating because you are still suffering from an old injury or because you are afraid of getting an injury... FriskFysio in Amstelveen is happy to help you get the most out of your winter sports holiday!
How can you get the most out of your winter sports holiday? Skiing or snowboarding is a heavy strain on the body, as you use muscles that you hardly or not at all use in your daily life. Besides good preparation, it is also important to take several aspects into account during your winter sports holiday to reduce the risk of injury. Below, we have compiled some tips for you that will reduce the risk of injury.
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Make sure you have a good warm-up so that your muscles are already warm when you hit the slopes.
A warm-up is very important before you hit the slopes. Don't forget to do this every day! How. For example, by walking to the ski lift at a brisk pace, running a few laps around the car park or walking up and down the stairs a few times at a good pace. A few knee bends and stretching exercises are good for your leg muscles and groin.Why is a warm-up so important?
The warm-up stimulates blood circulation, so your muscles are better supplied with blood. Also, your heart rate goes up and your muscles are already used to the different movements you will soon make on the slopes. -
After skiing or snowboarding, also make sure you have a good cool-down.
After an active day on the slopes, it is also important to ensure a good cool-down. Where better to do this than in the après-ski bar? Dance your hips loose and make sure you stretch your used muscles once more. Are you exhausted from the active day on the slopes and would rather skip the après-ski? Then take a walk back to your hotel or flat. During this walk, make sure to stretch your used muscles as well. -
When on the slopes, don't go down like a rocket right away!
Are you so excited that when you get on the slopes, you want to go down like a rocket right away? We recommend taking it easy on the first run! Use the first descent to let your body warm up and get moving. This reduces the risk of sustaining an injury! Once your body is up to temperature, you can slowly build up the intensity! -
Charge enough resting moments and eat enough.
You have been looking forward to your winter sports holiday for months and when the day of departure arrives, you naturally want to be at your destination as soon as possible. Many people drive on in one go without taking time to eat or rest. This ensures that they are not rested on the slopes the next day. Fatigue increases the risk of injury. Therefore, make sure you keep enough resting moments during the trip to avoid fatigue during the winter sports holiday. This way, you can enjoy your holiday much more! -
Keep a close eye on the weather forecast and snow condition.
Once you are at your destination, we recommend taking a good look at the snow conditions on the slopes. Snow condition can play an important role in the occurrence of various injuries. Especially if this is the first time when you are on the slopes, it is very important to avoid icy and bumpy slopes. In addition, the weather in the mountains can change quickly. When you leave for the slopes in the snow in the morning, the sun may just be shining in the afternoon! Make sure you are always dressed warmly, wear a good pair of ski or snow goggles and protect yourself well. After all, you can get a good sunburn on your face on the slopes!
Have you suffered an injury or do you want to be well prepared for your winter sports holiday? Then FriskFysio in Amstelveen is the right place for you. We will be happy to help you prior to your winter sports holiday or after suffering an injury!