How to Get Back Up on Skis?

To get back up on skis, the key is to get small and use your hands to push yourself forward, not backward.

Here's a breakdown of the steps:

Steps to Get Back on Your Feet

Get Your Skis Parallel: Ideally, position your skis parallel to each other and perpendicular to the fall line (the direction downhill). This will prevent you from immediately starting to slide again.
Get Small: The smaller you are, the easier it will be to stand. Bring your knees towards your chest, almost like you're going to give them a hug.
Position Your Hands: Place both hands on the snow beside your hips and slightly forward. Avoid reaching behind you.
Push Up and Forward: Use your hands and arms to push your torso up and forward. The forward motion is crucial for maintaining balance. Think about getting your weight over your skis.
Engage Your Core: Tighten your core muscles to help stabilize yourself as you stand.
Stand Up Smoothly: Stand up in one smooth motion, keeping your weight balanced between your skis.

Reaching Backwards: This is a common mistake that makes it harder to stand up. Pushing backward can throw you off balance.
Trying to Stand Straight Up: Standing straight up without bringing your knees to your chest requires a lot of strength and balance. Getting small first makes it much easier.
Not Having Skis Parallel: If your skis are crossed or at odd angles, you'll have a harder time standing and maintaining balance.

Practice getting up on skis on a flat area before attempting it on a steep slope. This will help you develop the technique and build confidence.