It's normal to be VERY sore the first time skiing/boarding. Even the first time of the season for vets can get be painful. Not because of crashing really but mostly because you're straining muscles in your body that don't get used as much even in sports like basketball and hockey. I tried skiing again last season and I didn't like it. It felt way to flimsy compared to boarding. But if you have the chance to go up the hill do it. Great physicall exercise and fun.
__________________
|