We get it: a Disney World vacation can often be a once-in-a-lifetime event for a lot of folks (even those who go often because there’s just so much to see and do). So you may feel the urge to try to do EVERYTHING, even if that’s pretty much impossible during a week-long trip.

Now, we will always tell you to not push yourself so hard that you miss out on little things in Disney World. Sometimes the best thing you can do is take a break, leave the parks for a little bit, and then come back later. However, there’s also something else you can do in Disney World to keep from pushing yourself too hard: that’s knowing your limits and not forcing yourself to try and ride EVERY single ride.

So we’ve previously shared some information about ride injuries in Disney World. Although you can’t really avoid some injuries because accidents just happen, others could be preventable. So we’re going to give you some ideas on how you can lessen your chance of injury in the parks.

Read the warnings

Some Disney World rides come with warnings about health conditions. First, you need to know what kind of health conditions you have. For example, many rides will tell you to exercise caution if you have back problems, heart issues, or high blood pressure. Those warnings exist for a reason.

Knowing your health conditions, too, is vital. For example, if you know you have vertigo, you may want to skip anything that spins or makes a lot of sharp turns. Many reported ride injuries are from dizziness and loss of consciousness, but others include chest pain and pressure, as well as shortness of breath and head pain. If you have any conditions that could affect how you respond on a ride, you should probably just opt out of that ride.

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If you’re feeling ill, don’t ride

If you’re visiting a Disney World theme park and you feel ill, it’s probably best if you err on the side of caution and not ride rides. Believe it or not, some injuries actually have been reported on rides you wouldn’t expect, including rides you might think of as calm, like Frozen Ever After, Spaceship Earth, Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway, and more.

Do an internal check of yourself before you get in the queue for a ride. If you’re not feeling up to it, just walk away and go enjoy some other form of entertainment like a show, parade, fireworks, or something else.

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Pay attention to safety instructions

Although Disney World ride safety instructions are often part of a ride’s pre-show, pay attention because those safety instructions are important. If a Cast Member is giving safety instructions, listen because there might be some important information there that could prevent you from hurting yourself.

For example, many rides will tell you to keep your hands and feet inside the ride vehicle — those instructions are meant to keep you safe.

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If you even THINK a ride might make you feel sick, skip it

The most important thing you can do in Disney World is KNOW YOUR LIMITS. That means if you think getting on the Mad Tea Party might make you nauseous, just don’t do it (not even if your family begs you to). If you know enough about a ride and think it could potentially make you feel bad, it’s best to just not ride it.

Trust us — we’ve been in a situation where we didn’t pay attention to our limits and rode something and got sick — and it ruined our ENTIRE day. It’s way better to miss out on something than to have your whole day ruined, right?

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Use caution when getting on and off rides

Some of the injuries reported happen when people are getting on and off rides. For example, rides with a moving platform where you have to get on the moving belt and then get into the moving ride itself could be tricky. Think of Haunted Mansion, the way you have to get into the Doom Buggies could be an accident waiting to happen.

There’s a reason Cast Members are on hand at these rides’ loading zones and exits. They’ll be reminding you to be careful when you get on and off a ride as well as offer assistance if you need it.

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You don’t have to ride thrill rides

If you think you have to ride Disney World’s thrill rides to get the full Disney World experience, you’ve missed the whole point of Disney World. Walt’s initial idea for Disneyland was to build a place where people of all ages and preferences could come to and have fun. You could go to Disney World and not ride ANY ride and still have a great time — there’s entertainment, parades, fireworks, special magical moments, character meet and greets, etc., etc., etc.

Forget FOMO (fear of missing out). You don’t have to get on rides you just don’t want to really ride. It’s your vacation: do what you want and if that doesn’t include thrill rides, you’ll still have a great time.

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Know what to do if you’re experiencing symptoms

Okay, so let’s say you’re not feeling good in Disney World or you’ve injured yourself in some way. What should you do? Well, the first thing you should do is seek out a Cast Member and let them know. You can also call 9-1-1 in the parks. Don’t be afraid to ask for help. If you just need to take a break from rides or whatever, do that.

You’ll also find First Aid stations in every park: they’re usually near the entrance, but you can find the location on each park map or the My Disney Experience app. If you need bandages, over-the-counter medications, and other quick remedies, you’ll be taken care of there:  nurses are available during theme park operating hours. If you’re at your hotel, you can touch “Front Desk” on your in-room phone for assistance 24 hours a day.

Disney World also has an Urgent Care clinic with board-certified physicians for both adults and children. The hours are seven days a week from  7 AM to midnight. Transportation to the Urgent Care clinic is complimentary for all Disney World hotel guests and can be arranged at First Aid stations or at your hotel’s front desk. You can also call AdventHealth at (407) 939-7480.

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So the next time you’re in Disney World, don’t worry about riding all the rides or the “must ride” rides. Know your limits, be careful, and listen to Cast Members.

Stay tuned to DFB for more.

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