Totally subscribe to the posts on knowing how to fall. My years on the judo mat have benefited me in most every way. A previous poster talked about the Thousand Repetition Rule. It is true.

But, the fall that changed my life was slipping on the ice. Survived lots of big and little falls. But that one that broke the figurative camel's back. Impact was flat on back at shoulder level.

So, learn how to fall, practice often. Be strong and rested so your body can react, and heal if needed. But, accept that you will fall and come to grips with it.