Wearing a helmet

Dressing in layers

Carrying a first-aid kit

Skiing or snowboarding alone

To improve speed and performance

To reduce friction and enhance glide

To protect the equipment from wear and tear

To maintain the equipment's appearance

Feet shoulder-width apart, knees slightly bent

Feet close together, knees straight

Feet wide apart, knees bent at a 90-degree angle

Feet turned outward, knees locked

Lean back and extend your arms and legs

Tuck your chin and roll onto your side

Land on your feet and try to regain balance

Jump up and try to regain control

Use the snowplow technique

Drag your feet on the snow

Lean back and apply pressure to the back of your skis or snowboard

Turn sharply and come to a sudden stop

To help maintain balance and control

To propel yourself forward

To assist in turning and maneuvering

To carry your equipment

Stand up quickly and continue skiing or snowboarding

Remain on the ground and call for assistance

Roll onto your stomach, plant your poles, and push yourself up

Sit up and try to regain your balance

Ski or snowboard recklessly and aggressively

Stay aware of your surroundings and maintain a safe distance

Wear bright clothing to make yourself more visible

Stop frequently to check your phone

Wear a single thick layer of clothing

Dress in multiple thin layers

Wear cotton clothing to absorb sweat

Wear heavy and bulky clothing to stay warm

Leave them outside exposed to the elements

Store them in a warm and humid environment

Store them in a cool and dry place

Store them in a garage or shed

Carry them on your shoulder

Place them in a ski bag or snowboard case

Tie them to the roof of your car without a proper rack

Leave them in your car's trunk

Sharpen them frequently with a file or stone

Leave them unsharpened for better grip on the snow

Sharpen them only when they become visibly dull

Sharpen them only at the beginning of the season

Adjust them yourself without any professional assistance

Have them adjusted by a qualified technician based on your weight and skill level

Adjust them to the loosest setting for maximum flexibility

Adjust them to the tightest setting for maximum control

Watch instructional videos and practice on your own

Take lessons from a qualified instructor

Ask your friends or family members to teach you

Learn by trial and error

Ski or snowboard alone to minimize the risk

Carry an avalanche beacon, shovel, and probe

Ignore avalanche warnings and signs

Ski or snowboard only on marked and groomed trails