How can I stop myself falling over in the ice/snow?

Danielle

just walk slow and take one step at a time.

DONKEY RHUBARB.

i can only think of salt.

Vernon

You may shovel snow out of the way. If just a light dusting, a broom may work.

Also you may use salt on the ice. Salt melts ice. You might not have enough on hand at home to make much of a difference, however. Usually you buy 20+ pound bags of rock salt for such purposes.

Sand may also help. You can spread the sand over ice or snow, it will help get some traction. Salt is better, though.

justmyopinions

CARRY SALT

Arlanymor Mountain Man

Put a pair of socks over your shoes for grip.

Kim

How do I know whats around your house?

Anna

spreading dirt over the ice can help with traction if you don't already have salt.

jerryb

I've seen guys out on their porches with a blow torch getting rid of the ice.

Gin & Tonic

Thick heavy socks over the shoes

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the salt thing is the best, i think

Chris

What I do is take much smaller steps keeping my feet more under my body. It works

Nee

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try and walk over all the fresh snow with hardly any ice underneath (if there is any) and avoid steep parts of ground. :0)

unrealdude

Pour salt/sand on the icy area
Pour hot water on the icy area
Buy better boots with more grip
Buy Yak Traks (the things that go onthe bottom of your shoes and give you extra grip)
Chip the ice away?

Breeeeeotch

tie two tennis rackets to your shoes then WA-LA!

bgibby62

Call a friend and see if their kids can shovel your walk and driveway for pay.Then plan ahead for future weather,buy and store a couple bags of salt and snow boots..maybe even a snow shovel.But keep your phone active.There are stores that deliver.Your phone is the best bet.

Meh

wear a lot of clothes to absorb the impact or call me so ill be there to catch you when you fall :)

Kyara

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vicycat

wear tennis shoes with newer soles, and actually pay attention to where and how you are stepping.

oldwolf1951

Would you happen to have a cane or crutches? That should help to steady you. I have a walking stick to use in such weather.

Bryan

Emily- I am assuming you don't have much experience with ice and snow.

The best thing to do is walk very slowly, with very small steps. Walk like you are 90 years old, with a slight hunch in your back. This is the best way to keep your balance.

If you try to walk in icy conditions you would normally, you are going to fall. Also, dont wear heels or any sort of fancy shoe with no tread. If nothing else, wear tennis shoes since they have a certain amount of of tread.

If you do start to fall, try to keep your head up and your chin tucked. Good luck.