{"id":1364,"date":"2024-03-12T13:36:22","date_gmt":"2024-03-12T07:36:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/outdooralive.com\/?p=1364"},"modified":"2024-03-12T13:36:22","modified_gmt":"2024-03-12T07:36:22","slug":"is-snowmobiling-hard-on-your-back","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/outdooralive.com\/is-snowmobiling-hard-on-your-back\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Snowmobiling Hard on Your Back? (Answered!)"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>img#mv-trellis-img-2::before{padding-top:75%; }img#mv-trellis-img-2{display:block;}<\/style>\n<p>Riding a snowmobile may be one of the things you do on a regular basis or you are just getting started to ride. Riding a Snowmobile may look easy but when you are in the driving seat you can actually feel how physically demanding it is.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not only does it require constant body control and precise maneuverability to ride a snowmobile but also it will have a great impact on your body too. Let&rsquo;s have a deeper look into the matter and learn how to prevent it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"is-snowmobiling-hard-on-your-back\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_snowmobiling_hard_on_your_back\"><\/span><strong>Is snowmobiling hard on your back?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A person needs to sit on a snowmobile to operate it. The snowmobile will have to go through rough ice and may hit several bumps in the road.&nbsp; The rider&rsquo;s spine, knees, and hip joint will receive the majority of the impact force. The absence of a decent suspension system is bad for the rider&rsquo;s back.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_63 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-662e6cef1ec81\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-662e6cef1ec81\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\"><nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 \"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/outdooralive.com\/is-snowmobiling-hard-on-your-back\/#Is_snowmobiling_hard_on_your_back\" title=\"Is snowmobiling hard on your back?\">Is snowmobiling hard on your back?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/outdooralive.com\/is-snowmobiling-hard-on-your-back\/#Does_snowmobiling_hurt_your_back\" title=\"Does snowmobiling hurt your back?\">Does snowmobiling hurt your back?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/outdooralive.com\/is-snowmobiling-hard-on-your-back\/#Why_does_back_pain_after_snowmobiling\" title=\"Why does back pain after snowmobiling?\">Why does back pain after snowmobiling?<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/outdooralive.com\/is-snowmobiling-hard-on-your-back\/#Lack_of_proper_suspension_system\" title=\"Lack of proper suspension system: \">Lack of proper suspension system: <\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/outdooralive.com\/is-snowmobiling-hard-on-your-back\/#Bad_sitting_posture\" title=\"Bad sitting posture: \">Bad sitting posture: <\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/outdooralive.com\/is-snowmobiling-hard-on-your-back\/#Previous_injury\" title=\"Previous injury: \">Previous injury: <\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/outdooralive.com\/is-snowmobiling-hard-on-your-back\/#Lack_of_proper_exercise\" title=\"Lack of proper exercise: \">Lack of proper exercise: <\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/outdooralive.com\/is-snowmobiling-hard-on-your-back\/#How_do_you_relieve_back_pain_from_snowmobiling\" title=\"How do you relieve back pain from snowmobiling?\">How do you relieve back pain from snowmobiling?<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/outdooralive.com\/is-snowmobiling-hard-on-your-back\/#Getting_proper_suspension_system_installation\" title=\"Getting proper suspension system installation:&nbsp; \">Getting proper suspension system installation:&nbsp; <\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/outdooralive.com\/is-snowmobiling-hard-on-your-back\/#Doing_mobility_exercises\" title=\"Doing mobility exercises: \">Doing mobility exercises: <\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/outdooralive.com\/is-snowmobiling-hard-on-your-back\/#Safety_precautions_to_avoid_injury\" title=\"Safety precautions to avoid injury: \">Safety precautions to avoid injury: <\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/outdooralive.com\/is-snowmobiling-hard-on-your-back\/#How_difficult_is_it_to_ride_a_snowmobile\" title=\"How difficult is it to ride a snowmobile?\">How difficult is it to ride a snowmobile?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/outdooralive.com\/is-snowmobiling-hard-on-your-back\/#Is_snowmobiling_physically_demanding\" title=\"Is snowmobiling physically demanding?\">Is snowmobiling physically demanding?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/outdooralive.com\/is-snowmobiling-hard-on-your-back\/#What_muscles_do_you_use_when_snowmobiling\" title=\"What muscles do you use when snowmobiling?\">What muscles do you use when snowmobiling?<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/outdooralive.com\/is-snowmobiling-hard-on-your-back\/#Core_or_abdominal_muscles\" title=\"Core or abdominal muscles: \">Core or abdominal muscles: <\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/outdooralive.com\/is-snowmobiling-hard-on-your-back\/#Arms_and_shoulder_muscles\" title=\"Arms and shoulder muscles: \">Arms and shoulder muscles: <\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/outdooralive.com\/is-snowmobiling-hard-on-your-back\/#Lower_back_and_hips_muscle\" title=\"Lower back and hips muscle: \">Lower back and hips muscle: <\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/outdooralive.com\/is-snowmobiling-hard-on-your-back\/#Leg_muscles\" title=\"Leg muscles: \">Leg muscles: <\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/outdooralive.com\/is-snowmobiling-hard-on-your-back\/#Is_snowmobiling_a_good_workout\" title=\"Is snowmobiling a good workout?\">Is snowmobiling a good workout?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/outdooralive.com\/is-snowmobiling-hard-on-your-back\/#How_common_are_sledding_accidents\" title=\"How common are sledding accidents?\">How common are sledding accidents?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/outdooralive.com\/is-snowmobiling-hard-on-your-back\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions:\">Frequently Asked Questions:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/outdooralive.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/500.-Is-snowmobiling-hard-on-your-back.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1365\" srcset=\"https:\/\/outdooralive.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/500.-Is-snowmobiling-hard-on-your-back.jpg 800w, 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https:\/\/outdooralive.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/500.-Is-snowmobiling-hard-on-your-back-300x225.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/outdooralive.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/500.-Is-snowmobiling-hard-on-your-back-768x576.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/outdooralive.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/500.-Is-snowmobiling-hard-on-your-back-728x546.jpg.webp 728w, https:\/\/outdooralive.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/500.-Is-snowmobiling-hard-on-your-back-480x360.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/outdooralive.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/500.-Is-snowmobiling-hard-on-your-back-320x240.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/outdooralive.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/500.-Is-snowmobiling-hard-on-your-back.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-2\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"does-snowmobiling-hurt-your-back\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_snowmobiling_hurt_your_back\"><\/span><strong>Does snowmobiling hurt your back?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With a Snowmobile, you will be driving through rough, icy surfaces, it won&rsquo;t be a smooth ride. You will have to hit a few bumps here and there. You know that every action has its equal and opposite reaction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>So when you hit a bump on the road, it will also hit you back, don&rsquo;t take it literally, though. Your Snowmobile will receive an impact force which will eventually get transferred to you.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your spine, hip bone, knee, and other body parts will have to deal with that impact force too.&nbsp; However, modern Snowmobile will be well equipped with suspension and other shock observing body parts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most of the design kinda neglects the seat suspension. As a snowmobile rider, you will have to face problems in the absence of proper seat suspension. So don&rsquo;t forget to check on the suspension before buying a Snowmobile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"why-does-back-pain-after-snowmobiling\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_back_pain_after_snowmobiling\"><\/span><strong>Why does back pain after snowmobiling?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"lack-of-proper-suspension-system\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lack_of_proper_suspension_system\"><\/span><strong>Lack of proper suspension system:<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If your Snowmobile is not equipped with a proper suspension system, then you would be dealing with a lot of impact force. The suspension system is provided for your comfort and safety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The suspension should reduce the shock force after hitting on bumps, it shouldn&rsquo;t transfer any kind of sudden pressure, force, or vibration that might cause discomfort to the rider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When your Snowmobile isn&rsquo;t able to completely resist the impact force, then you are sure to receive a lot of sudden vibration or hard impact force that will eventually lead to back pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"bad-sitting-posture\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bad_sitting_posture\"><\/span><strong>Bad sitting posture:<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A bad sitting posture on a snowmobile can lead to back pain for sure. Keep your back straight and let the spine, shoulder, and neck in a relaxed, natural position.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Holding a seating stance for too long may cause stiff back, muscle soreness, and many more difficulties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"previous-injury\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Previous_injury\"><\/span><strong>Previous injury:<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any previous history of bad accidents which caused you massive physical injury, then you better think twice before jumping onto a snowmobile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>People with hip bone displacement, back injury, spinal nerves damage shouldn&rsquo;t be driving Snowmobile for a long time. It could worsen the situation, and your body will have to pay a huge price for it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"lack-of-proper-exercise\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lack_of_proper_exercise\"><\/span><strong>Lack of proper exercise:<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You should do some warm-up and mobility training before getting on to the snowmobile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lack of proper mobility exercises may cause muscle stiffness over time, and riding a snowmobile with stiff muscles will surely lead to annoying back pain.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-do-you-relieve-back-pain-from-snowmobiling\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_relieve_back_pain_from_snowmobiling\"><\/span><strong>How do you relieve back pain from snowmobiling?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"getting-proper-suspension-system-installation\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Getting_proper_suspension_system_installation\"><\/span><strong>Getting proper suspension system installation:<\/strong>&nbsp; <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Having a proper suspension system installed on your Snowmobile will be a great asset in the long run.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It will help protect your vehicle from going through any extra strain and you will enjoy a smooth riding experience.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Seat suspension will reduce the feedback of hitting bumps on the road and will help you ride your Snowmobile much more effectively and effortlessly&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"doing-mobility-exercises\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Doing_mobility_exercises\"><\/span><strong>Doing mobility exercises:<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Riding a Snowmobile for too long may ignite the chance of getting a back injury. Sitting for too long has a huge drawback.&nbsp; It may make your muscles stiff &amp; prone to injuries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Doing mobility exercises before and after riding a snowmobile can save you from any kind of back pain. You can try low-intensity aerobic exercise or a few yoga poses to get the blood circulation boost.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"safety-precautions-to-avoid-injury\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Safety_precautions_to_avoid_injury\"><\/span><strong>Safety precautions to avoid injury: <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&rsquo;s say you have a proper suspension system installed on your Snowmobile, you have done mobility exercises and all warmed up to ride your Snowmobile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now the only thing that can cause you any physical harm is being ignorant about the safety precautions. Wearing proper safety gear will help you achieve a better, efficient, and injury-free riding experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are wearing the proper safety gears then you can rest assured that even if you get into an accident you won&rsquo;t get hurt that much hence no muscle or joint pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-difficult-is-it-to-ride-a-snowmobile\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_difficult_is_it_to_ride_a_snowmobile\"><\/span><strong>How difficult is it to ride a snowmobile?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The difficulty of riding a snowmobile is subjective and may vary from person to person.&nbsp; If you understand the basics concepts of riding, operating, and controlling the snowmobile it&rsquo;s going to be pretty easy for you to ride it.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>First, get yourself familiar with the acceleration, break, and other maneuverability processes.&nbsp; Read the user manual, watch videos or ask an experienced rider to supervise you on the learning journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a beginner, it&rsquo;s gonna be hard for you to go uphill as it will require a lot of controlled body movement and precise decisions. Always wear safety gear to save yourself from any massive physical injury.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"is-snowmobiling-physically-demanding\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_snowmobiling_physically_demanding\"><\/span><strong>Is snowmobiling physically demanding?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Riding a snowmobile is quite physically demanding.<\/strong> Though it seems like it&rsquo;s gonna be pretty easy to ride but trust me it&rsquo;s not that easy as it seems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Snowmobiles are one of the most popular and somewhat essential means of transportation in Alaska, Canada, Siberia, and many more places. Various studies have been conducted by researchers worldwide trying to find the physical and mental benefits of the snowmobile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The research was focusing on the oxygen intake of the rider while operating the snowmobile, the heart rate of the rider, the physical and psychological fatigue after riding the snowmobile, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The researchers concluded that riding a snowmobile needs 5.5 METs. It&rsquo;s like moderately exercising for almost or more than 160 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-muscles-do-you-use-when-snowmobiling\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_muscles_do_you_use_when_snowmobiling\"><\/span><strong>What muscles do you use when snowmobiling?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Snowmobiling might seem like a lazy man&rsquo;s job or you might think that it&rsquo;s just riding a motor-powered vehicle &amp; not gonna be that much physically demanding, but scientists and various researchers say otherwise. It takes 5.5 METs while riding a Snowmobile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your working metabolism rate is acting, your heart rate gets a boost,&nbsp; your oxygen intake is increased. So you can bet your money that it will be quite physically demanding to ride a snowmobile. Now, what muscles do you use while snowmobiling?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"core-or-abdominal-muscles\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Core_or_abdominal_muscles\"><\/span><strong>Core or abdominal muscles:<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>So starting with core strength, a rider needs to have sufficient abdominal strength as it will surely come in handy while keeping balance on a snowmobile.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"arms-and-shoulder-muscles\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Arms_and_shoulder_muscles\"><\/span><strong>Arms and shoulder muscles: <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You will be operating the snowmobile with your arms and shoulder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To keep the snowmobile steady and avoiding obstacles while riding, your arms and shoulder muscles will be your only maneuvering tool. Wear safety gloves because riding a Snowmobile puts a lot of pressure on your wrist.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"lower-back-and-hips-muscle\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lower_back_and_hips_muscle\"><\/span><strong>Lower back and hips muscle: <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>These muscles will help you sit, Keep balance and ride a snowmobile for a long time. If you are riding a Snowmobile for a long time, your back and hips muscles might get stiff pretty easily and lead to annoying back pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"leg-muscles\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Leg_muscles\"><\/span><strong>Leg muscles: <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your leg muscles will play an active role in keeping it steady and help you take turns while riding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"is-snowmobiling-a-good-workout\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_snowmobiling_a_good_workout\"><\/span><strong>Is snowmobiling a good workout?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Scientists recommend that a person should be working out at least 150min or 3 METs in a week. Here METs is the ratio of working metabolic rate. Various studies find that even riding a Snowmobile once a week requires 5.5 METs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>So riding a snowmobile is quite a good workout and it will help you reach the weekly exercise requirements.<\/strong> Riding a Snowmobile is like a moderate-intensity workout and it&rsquo;ll help you both physically and mentally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Riding a Snowmobile will help the heart rate with a good boost and more blood circulation throughout the body. So it&rsquo;s reducing the chance of blood clots, cardiovascular disease, and many more.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Being physically active also helps reduce anxiety and help you achieve better mental health, and as the saying goes a healthy mind lives in a healthy body. So riding a Snowmobile is worth your time and can be a great way to exercise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-common-are-sledding-accidents\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_common_are_sledding_accidents\"><\/span><strong>How common are sledding accidents?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It&rsquo;s a matter of great sorrow that sledding accidents are pretty common.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you want a precise number then only in America you would find more than 24000 cases every year and most of them are children.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In major cases, the ignorance of putting on safety gear caused severe injuries.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hope you got an overall idea about the physical aspect, the advantages, and drawbacks of riding a Snowmobile. You should always try little mobility exercises before and after riding the snowmobile so that you get good blood circulation throughout your body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Riding a Snowmobile is gonna be pretty physically demanding so don&rsquo;t hop on to it if you are recovering from a bad injury. Best of luck!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"frequently-asked-questions\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><strong>Frequently Asked Questions:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/outdooralive.com\/how-to-tell-if-snowmobile-oil-pump-is-working\/\">How to Tell if a Snowmobile Oil Pump is Working?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/outdooralive.com\/why-are-snowmobiles-so-loud\/\">Why are Snowmobiles So Loud?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/outdooralive.com\/why-snowmobiles-called-sleds\/\">Why are Snowmobiles Called Sleds?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/outdooralive.com\/will-my-snowmobile-fit\/\">Will My Snowmobile Fit?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/outdooralive.com\/will-snowmobile-start-without-battery\/\">Will a Snowmobile Start Without a Battery?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/outdooralive.com\/why-do-snowmobiles-backfire\/\">Why Do Snowmobiles Backfire?<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Riding a snowmobile may be one of the things you do on a regular basis or you are just getting started to ride. Riding a Snowmobile may look easy but when you are in the driving seat you can actually feel how physically demanding it is. 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