Skiing Basics
    1. When skiing at larger resorts, go early and return early. Never cross resort boundaries or venture far from the base area on your own to avoid accidents. Avoid skiing alone in forests or areas and times prone to avalanches. It's best to ski in groups of three or more. If you go alone, be sure to inform your companions or resort staff.
    2. Manage your activity intensity to avoid repeated sweating that could lead to catching a cold or exhaustion, making it impossible to ski back.
    3. In case of sudden weather changes, it’s best to halt your skiing trip and take emergency measures. Generally, do not venture too far into uninhabited areas or virgin forests without reliable protection, as heavy snowfall can easily cause disorientation, erase ski tracks, and make finding your way back difficult.
    4. If you fall while skiing, don’t struggle to get up immediately. It’s better to raise your limbs and let yourself slide naturally—this reduces the risk of injury and avoids rolling at all costs. With this in mind, beginners should ensure bindings between boots and skis aren’t too tight, and skis should ideally detach automatically from boots after a major fall.
    Skiing Precautions
    1. Carefully understand the ski slope’s height, width, length, gradient, and direction. Since alpine skiing is a high-speed sport, distant spots can suddenly appear close. Without prior knowledge of the slope conditions, skiers won’t have time to react if something unexpected happens—this is especially important for beginners.
    2. Know the operating hours of ski lifts. Never use them when unattended, as they may be reserved for staff commuting down. Once staff reach the lower station, the lift stops running. If you’re left suspended overnight, the risk of frostbite is very high.
    3. Choose a slope that matches your skill level. Never overestimate your ability and act recklessly. Progress gradually, and it’s best to hire a ski instructor.
    4. If you’re unsure about conditions ahead or feel your gear is acting abnormally, stop and check—don’t take risks.
    5. When skiing with others, maintain a safe distance. Don’t race downhill to catch up, as this often leads to falls or collisions—beginners are especially prone to such accidents.
    6. During breaks, stop at the edge of the slope, never under steep slopes, and watch for skiers coming down above.
    7. If you lose control and fall, quickly lower your center of gravity, sit back, and avoid struggling. Raise your limbs, tuck your body, and let yourself slide down. Avoid landing headfirst and absolutely avoid rolling.
    8. Skiers with poor eyesight should avoid wearing contact lenses. If they fall out during a fall, retrieving them is nearly impossible. Opt for framed glasses with resin lenses, which are less likely to shatter upon impact.
    9. Protect your skin. Northern China’s winters are cold and dry, causing significant moisture loss. Add to that the cold wind generated at high speeds while skiing and intense UV rays reflected off snow, which are major causes of skin damage. Use oil-based skincare products that help retain moisture, then apply water-resistant, high-UV-protection sunscreen.
    10. Prevent frostbite. Frostbite most commonly affects the hands, feet, and ears, so wear well-insulated woolen or synthetic garments on these areas.
    11. For base layers, avoid cotton, as it absorbs moisture well. During activity, cotton will soak up sweat, but when stationary, it retains moisture, making you feel cold. Instead, wear a mesh nylon undershirt directly against your skin, then layer with an elastic cotton sweater. This allows sweat to pass through the nylon and cling to the elastic layer, avoiding a chilled feeling.
    12. The external temperature during skiing is below body temperature, so you lose heat quickly. Skiing also involves longer distances and better oxygen supply, allowing fat to be oxidized for energy. Fatty foods are typically calorie-dense, making them ideal for skiers needing ample energy—eat more fatty foods while skiing.
    13. If you’re going alone, prepare two plastic bags or extra socks. During peak season, busy resorts might not have spare boots available. Some boots can be very wet, so you can use bags to cover your feet.
    14. Pay attention to the day-night temperature difference at the ski resort, bring appropriate clothing changes, and guard against catching a cold.