Downhill biking is fast-paced and full of obstacles, so it’s no surprise that accidents happen.

Discover how to minimize mishaps with these downhill mountain biking tips.

Having the correct posture while riding downhill makes a massive difference. 

Use the ready position by standing on your pedals with your chin above the bike’s column. Have a slight bend in your elbows and knees and keep your pedals level. 

Try to keep loose while keeping firm control of your bike. 

In order to be ready for whatever obstacles pop up, you need to look ahead. Think at least two obstacles ahead. 

If you can, it is a good idea to walk the trail or ride it slowly the first time. That way you can take a mental note of any potentially difficult spots and what you are going to do to get past them. 

Then you can do it again with more speed.

When biking, it's important to understand the basics, such as how to brake.

All you have to do is ease both brakes on together. 

If you put them on too fast or don’t do them together, you will probably either go over your handlebars or skid them out. 

Mountain biking is a fun way to keep fit but it can be dangerous if you don’t know what you’re doing.

Fortunately, learning the fundamentals is fairly easy and that is all most people will need to prevent falls and other accidents. 

Check out 'A Complete Introduction to Mountain Biking' to learn all the fundamentals of mountain biking.

Get it here: https://www.survivalfitnessplan.com/complete-introduction-mountain-biking

Ride safe!

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