Diet

Skiing is a very active sport, in which stamina, strength, and endurance are vital. Therefore a good diet is essential for a great day’s skiing.

A balanced diet gives us the energy our bodies need. This diet is comprised of cereals (pasta, rice, bread), protein (meat, poultry, cheese, milk), vegetables, and fruit. Some foods can supply us with immediate energy boosts - such as bananas, dried fruits and nuts, and in moderation, chocolate.

It is vital to take into account fluid loss during sustained exercise, especially in adverse conditions. Drink (preferably water) every 20-30 minutes!

Clothing

One of the keys to a good day’s skiing, is appropriate clothing. When you are cold, it’s hard to have fun. It is vital that you know how best to dress.

Use the layer system: base layer, insulation layer, then shell.

The base layer must have the capacity to absorb sweat, and to wick it away from the body. Proprietary synthetics are ideal. Cotton is not recommended.

The insulation layer must be capable of retaining warmth. Fleeces are ideal, offering twice the insulation of wool for the same weight.

The shell must be impermeable to wind and to rain - yet breathable, so as to prevent condensation.

Finally, always ski with gloves and with eye protection.

Safety

The FIS rules must be considered as an ideal model of conduct. The aim of these rules are to avoid any possible accidents.

All the skiers must know and respect the FIS rules. These people who do not respect these rules, could be considered responsible of an accident.

FIS Rules

• Respect for others
  A skier or snowboarder must behave in such a way that he does not endanger or prejudice others.
  
• Control of speed and skiing or snowboarding
  A skier or snowboarder must move in control. He must adapt his speed and manner of skiing or snowboarding to his personal ability and to the prevailing conditions of terrain, snow and weather as well as to the density of traffic.
  
• Choice of route
  A skier or snowboarder coming from behind must choose his route in such a way that he does not endanger skiers or snowboarders ahead.
  
• Overtaking
  A skier or snowboarder may overtake another skier or snowboarder above or below and to the right or to the left provided that he leaves enough space for the overtaken skier or snowboarder to make any voluntary or involuntary movement.
  
• Entering, starting and moving upwards
  A skier or snowboarder entering a marked run, starting again after stopping or moving upwards on the slopes must look up and down the slopes that he can do so without endangering himself or others.
  
• Stopping on the piste
  Unless absolutely necessary, a skier or snowboarder must avoid stopping on the piste in narrow places or where visibility is restricted. After a fall in such a place, a skier or snowboarder must move clear of the piste as soon as possible.
  
• Climbing and descending on foot
  A skier or snowboarder either climbing or descending on foot must keep to the side of the piste.
  
• Respect for signs and markings
  A skier or snowboarder must respect all signs and markings.
  
• Assistance At accidents, every skier or snowboarder is duty bound to assist.
  
• Identification
  Every skier or snowboarder and witness, whether a responsible party or not, must exchange names and addresses following an accident.