During an endo fall, which body position helps protect the head and body?

• A. Stand tall and extend arms
• B. Tuck the chin against the chest, keep arms close to the body, knees bent
• C. Spin in the air
• D. Arch the back

Answer: (B)

During an endo fall the safest approach is to tuck the chin toward the chest, bring the arms in close to the body, and bend the knees. Tucking the chin protects the head and neck from striking the ground or handlebars, reducing the likelihood of whiplash or facial injuries. Keeping the arms close to the torso prevents dangerous flailing that can lead to wrist, elbow, or rib injuries and helps avoid catching on the bike. Bending the knees absorbs some of the impact energy and helps you land more softly, distributing the load through your legs rather than your spine or head. Standing tall with arms extended or arching the back offers less protection and can increase exposure to injury, while spinning in the air isn’t a protective position.