# Sports Safety Infographics This Infographic Outlines Why You Should Use a Helmet By Erin Fox | Published 2012-11-10 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/why-you-should-use-a-helmut References: [visual.ly](http://visual.ly/use-your-head-why-you-should-wear-helmet) & [essentialtravel](http://www.essentialtravel.co.uk/) When it comes to teaching your children about the reasons why you should use a helmet, the message can often be swept under the rug. When it comes to [skiing, snowboarding and biking, a helmet](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ruroc-chrome-snow-helmet) is the most important feature each participant should have. This infographic outlines the statistics behind who uses helmets and why they should start. The person surveyed to wear their helmet the most was the intermediate group at 67%, while only 3% of beginners admitted to using a helmet. The majority of people actually sporting the gear are [nine years of age and under](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guardian-bikes), while the older the person gets, the less likely they are to wear a helmet. Reducing the risk of [a head injury](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-helmets) drops by 60% when wearing a helmet properly. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 23% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Youth](https://www.trendhunter.com/youth) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Sports-safety Education:** Creating educational programs and media that raise awareness on the importance of safety equipment such as helmets during sports participation. - **Smart-helmets:** Incorporating digital and smart features in helmets, such as sensors, to detect and prevent accidents during sports activities. - **Head-injury Prevention:** Developing new technologies and materials to produce safer helmets and gear that can minimize the risk and severity of head injuries. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Sports Equipment Manufacturing:** Developing and producing innovative sports gear, particularly helmets, that prioritize safety and comfort for athletes of all levels. - **Sports Education and Training:** Providing educational programs, training sessions, and webinars that promote the importance and benefits of safety gear in sports participation. - **Digital Technology:** Partnering with sports equipment manufacturers to develop sensors and smart components that can be integrated into helmets and gear, increasing safety and creating new opportunities for innovation. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Brain Protection Awareness Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brain-protection-helmet.md) - [Lightweight Surfing Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wtr-icon.md) - [Slope-Ready Winter Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beanie-helmet.md) - [Breakaway Panel Bike Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canyon-deflectr-rls-helmet.md) - [Intelligent Hockey Player Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bearmind-helmet.md) - [Brain-Protecting Wearable Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brainprotecting-wearable-device.md) - [Connected Cyclist Safety Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unit-1-faro-smart-helmet.md) - [Featherlight Inflatable Bike Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inflabi-bike-helmet.md) - [Lightweight Mountain Bike Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mountain-bike-helmets.md)