While many sports carry the risk of serious injury and death, some are more dangerous than others. Motorcycle racing, BMX biking, and mountain biking fall under the sport with most deaths umbrella in Australia, but why? What makes them so risky? In this blog post, I’ll cover the leading causes of death in these three activities and the precautions you can take to stay safe if you’re participating in one of them or plan to do so in the future.
A List of Top 5 Sports With Most Deaths
- Fishing – 7 deaths per 100,000 participants
- Horse racing – 4 deaths per 100,000 participants
- Snowboarding – 3 deaths per 100,000 participants
- Golfing – 1 death per 100,000 participants
- Skateboarding – 1 death per 100,000 participants
Scuba Diving
Drowning is a leading cause of death related to scuba diving. It’s not surprising, given that many people start their scuba diving careers without having first mastered any other kind of swimming. Even divers who have taken swim lessons are vulnerable to panic and may inhale water while struggling to get back to the surface. The result can be fatal – even for experienced divers.
Drowning is a leading cause of death related to scuba diving. It’s not surprising, given that many people start their scuba diving careers without having first mastered any other kind of swimming. Even divers who have taken swim lessons are vulnerable to panic and may inhale water while struggling to get back to the surface. The result can be fatal – even for experienced divers.
Rock Climbing
One way to reduce your risk as a rock climber is to take up basic safety training and practice using safety gear before you hit the rocks. Some of these devices can be quite expensive but investing in good equipment will help you prevent injuries and save money down the road. You should also be sure to use proper technique when free climbing or bouldering so you don’t put yourself at unnecessary risk.
Horse Riding
Riding a horse has been a popular sport for centuries, but it’s also one of the most dangerous. In recent years, there have been a number of accidents that have left riders injured or killed. Between 2010 and 2016, 32 people died from horse riding accidents. This means that equestrianism is responsible for more deaths than football (27) and rugby (17). What makes horse riding so dangerous? And what can be done to prevent these fatalities in the future?
Biking / Cycling
Australia is one of the most popular places to visit for tourists and locals alike. The country is known for its natural beauty and close proximity to nature. However, despite this, there are many dangers lurking for those who choose to take part in outdoor sports, such as biking or cycling. Biking is a popular pastime activity among Australians because it’s an inexpensive hobby that can be done on your own time and at your own pace. Despite this, biking accidents are extremely common and often lead to severe injuries or even death. In fact, according to National Geographic, Australia has the third highest rate of cyclist deaths among industrialized countries!
