A lot of people are now learning the physical benefits of skiing. Practicing this activity is thought to be beneficial for the health of the person practicing it. The practice of skiing can act as a stress reliever thus helping people to feel better. Coupled with Yoga, it is thought that skiing can help in the treatment of psychosomatic diseases that are associated with stress and negative emotional conditions. Alternatively the dangers of skiing should also be weighted against the benefits of skiing because of the high risks of accidents that may be associated with the practice of this activity. There are notorious accidents that have occurred and should always remain in mind when trying to practice skis. See also in French: énergie renouvelable and travailler autrement en bio