1. Straight Downhill Skiing Method: This refers to skiing in a straight line. The specific method is as follows: place both feet on the skis, stand facing the direction you intend to ski, ensuring the skis remain parallel in all directions—up, down, left, and right. The distance between the two skis should be shoulder-width or knee-width apart. Slightly lean your upper body and knees forward, let your arms hang naturally with a slight bend at the elbows, and hold the ski poles naturally in front of your thighs, with the pole tips positioned 30–40 cm behind and below you, forming a slight V-shape. When starting to ski, bend your arms forward and upward, then push the pole tips firmly against the ground behind the skis on both sides to begin moving. While descending, distribute the force evenly between both skis, keep your eyes looking ahead, and stay relaxed without tensing up.
　　The force applied to both skis must be balanced. Keep your gaze forward while skiing and stay relaxed.
　　2. Sideways Stop Method: Stand naturally with your upper body, keep the distance between the two skis shoulder-width apart, and position them perpendicular to the direction of descent. Push off the ground using the outer edge of the uphill foot and the inner edge of the downhill foot.
　　3. Snowplow Stop Method: First, place both poles diagonally downhill to the sides (beyond the front half of the skis, slightly wider than shoulder-width). Once the poles create a counterforce by digging into the snow, gradually shift the originally sideways skis into a snowplow (V-shaped) position. Lean your upper body forward, bend your knees inward, and apply pressure with the inside edges of both skis to grip the slope, then you can release the poles.
　　Safety and Self-Protection
　　1. Before preparing to ski downhill, observe the conditions of the slope ahead. It’s best to ski when there are no or few people in front of you to avoid colliding with others due to poor control.
　　2. If beginners feel endangered while skiing and cannot stop, the simplest and most effective method is to fall to either side.
　　3. If you fall while skiing, quickly get back up and continue skiing, or immediately remove your skis and walk to the edge of the slope to avoid being hit by others.
　　High Mountain Skiing Precautions
　　1. Carefully understand the height, width, length, slope, and direction of the ski run. Since alpine skiing is a high-speed sport, what seems far away can quickly come into view. 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. Be aware of the operating hours of the ski lifts. Never ride them when there is no staff supervision, as they may be closing lifts after the workday ends. Once staff reach the lower station, the lift stops running. If you’re left suspended in the air overnight, the risk of frostbite is very high. 3. Choose a ski run 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 notice any issues with your skiing equipment, stop to check before proceeding. Don’t take risks.
　　5. When skiing with others, maintain a safe distance. Never race downhill to catch up with companions, as this often leads to falls or collisions—beginners are particularly prone to such accidents.
　　6. When taking a break during your run, stop at the edge of the slope, not at the base of a steep hill, and always watch for skiers coming from above.
　　7. If you lose control and fall while skiing, quickly lower your center of gravity, sit back, and avoid flailing. Lift your limbs, curl up, and let yourself slide down. Avoid landing headfirst and absolutely avoid rolling.
　　8. Skiers with poor eyesight should avoid wearing contact lenses. If you fall and lose your lenses, the chance of finding them is nearly zero. It’s better to wear framed glasses with resin lenses, which are less likely to shatter upon impact.