The Gear You Need to Stay Safe on the Slopes

Best HealthUpdated: Jan. 11, 2017

Stay safe and stomp out the chill with these athlete-inspired ideas.

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Wear a helmet

Protecting your head is a must. Brain injury is the leading cause of disability among adults under 45.

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Icebreaker Winter Zone Long Sleeve Half Zip, $150

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Ensure you have the proper protective gear and equipment, and that it works properly, long before you hop on the ski lift.

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Lenz Heat Socks 1.0 (Unisex), $100 at mec.ca

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Heat Factory Hand Warmer (24 pack), $12 at mec.ca

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Don’t go at it alone: Whether skiing or snowboarding, it’s best to have a buddy. World Cup Alpine Ski Racer Marie-Michèle Gagnon shares her winter fitness tips here.

Tecnica Group Canada Blizzard Quattro 7.3, $550, blizzard-ski.com/canada/store-locator/ for locations

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Qi’a Superfood Snack Bar, Roasted Peanut Dark Chocolate, $2 at health food stores

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Track up to 12 different activity types ranging from running, cycling and swimming to skiing, trail running and hiking.

TomTom Sports app, available late January for Apple or Android

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S’Well Teakwood Water Bottle, $45 at indigo.ca

Originally Published: January 12, 2017