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What Are the Mental Health Benefits of Skiing?

Skiing is fun and all, but someone might ask, “What are the mental health benefits?”. Not only is skiing an adrenaline rush of pure joy, but it also has many positive side effects on mental health and wellbeing. This article points out a few perks of skiing, and by the end of reading, you’ll be wanting to go find out the rest from first hand experience of a day out on the slopes!

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What Helmet is Meant for You?
As the ski and snowboard season quickly approaches, it is important to ensure all your equipment is ready to go ahead of time, so you don't have to worry about the season-opening rush. A crucial piece of equipment for safety and warmth is your helmet. Here, we are going to cover the different types of helmet constructions, and which one is perfect for you this coming ski and snowboard season!
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MIPS - Don't Knock It 'Til You Try It
More often than not a crash or collision can involve landing at an angle and it’s important to protect  your brain for short- and long-term damage. This is a low weight and minimal volume preventive  measure that can help to minimize damage. MIPS is designed to help with angled impact from any angle  that has been tested and proven to help prevent damage with rotational motion.
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Tree Wells
There’s nothing like breezing through your favourite tree run on a pow day. Maybe it's a few days post-powder dump and you and your buddies are desperately searching for that last little powder cache hidden in the glades. You’re cruising through the glades having the best day of the season but watch out for tree wells!
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Why Everyone Should Consider Taking a Ski Lesson

You’ve probably heard of the phrase “Nobody’s Perfect”, well this phrase even transfers over to the best skier in the world (whoever you believe that to be). Whether you are brand new to the sport, a long-time participant, or someone competing on the world stage- ski lessons can provide valuable knowledge and teach you something that probably wasn’t know before. 

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