How to effectively use ski poles to maintain balance during skiing?

1. Selection and adjustment of ski poles
Choose ski poles that are suitable for your personal height. Generally speaking, the length of the ski pole should make the elbow bend about 90 degrees when holding it.
Different types of skiing (such as alpine skiing, cross-country skiing) may require ski poles of different lengths, which should be selected according to the specific situation.
Use a relaxed but stable grip to ensure that you can respond quickly when needed.
The fingers and palms should cooperate to hold the ski poles, avoiding being too tight or too loose.

2. Ski pole usage skills
During skiing, ski poles can be used as support points to help maintain body balance.
When you need to adjust your body posture or center of gravity, you can use ski poles for fine-tuning.
When skiing, you should hold a ski pole in each hand and use it in coordination with the left and right.
For example, when your left foot slides to the right, the ski pole in your right hand should land first to help keep it stable.
When going uphill, bend slightly and use the power of the ski pole to push your body to reduce the burden on your legs.
On steep slopes, ski poles can also be used as brakes to slow down by inserting them on the side of the body.
When parallel skiing, ski poles can be used to adjust the rhythm and center of gravity.
Before turning, you can tap the snow with the ski poles to help guide the body to turn.

3. Precautions
During skiing, keep your body flexible so that you can adjust the use of ski poles at any time.
In different skiing terrains, you may need to adjust the use and strength of ski poles.
Always put safety first to avoid accidents caused by improper use of ski poles during skiing.