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How to brace yourself for the winter sports season

Bauerfeind’s guide to a safe trip on the slopes or ice

Woman skiing down a mountain slope wearing full ski gear and Bauerfeind's Sports Back Support, Sports Knee Support and Ski Performance Compression Socks.

Regardless of your experience level, preparing your body for a trip down the slopes or on the ice is an important first step to limiting the risk of injury.

Because you need the flexibility to maneuver each movement and the stability to withstand various forces on your joints, we’ve created a practical guide filled with tips and exercises related to skiing, snowboarding and hockey, so you can fully enjoy your winter sports activity or getaway.

Get ready with these tips and exercises!

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Winter Sports Gear

Whether you’re new to skiing or snowboarding or are shifting from one to another, our guide walks you through all the gear you’d need.

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Common Winter Sports Injuries

With this guide, you’ll learn about common injuries related to skiing, snowboarding and hockey and how to protect yourself.

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Ski Exercise

Hitting the slopes? Get ready with our choice of exercises that target frequently used areas of the body for skiers.

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Best Ski Braces and Supports

From knee and back pain to skier’s thumb, get the support you need to protect your joints and hit the slopes with confidence.

Bauerfeind braces and supports provide the flexibility and support to allow you to play your favorite sports. For sports where the brace will have multiple high-impact encounters with the ground or other hard surfaces, remember the brace is not a substitute for a knee pad. Failure to use a knee pad could result in excessive wear and tear that is not covered by product warranty.

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Essential gear for winter sports

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Sports Knee Support

$71.99* Original Price $89.99*
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Ski Ultralight Compression Socks

$38.49* Original Price $54.99*
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Sports Back Support

$95.99* Original Price $119.99*
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Sports Compression Sleeves Upper Leg

From $47.99* Original Price $59.99*
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OmoTrain - Shoulder Brace

$143.92* Original Price $179.90*
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RhizoLoc - Thumb Spica Splint

$71.92* Original Price $89.90*
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GenuTrain® - Knee Brace

$79.92* Original Price $99.90*
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ManuTrain - Wrist Brace

$103.92* Original Price $129.90*
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ManuLoc - Wrist Support Splint

$71.92* Original Price $89.90*
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Sports Ankle Support

$63.99* Original Price $79.99*
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MalleoTrain - Ankle Brace

$95.92* Original Price $119.90*
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