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KNEE INJURY PREVENTION
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is the most commonly damaged ligament of the knee and accounts for up to 50% of documented ligamentous knee injuries. ACL injury rates are four to eight times higher in women than men.
Below is an excerpt from an online article on ACL injuries in female athletes...
To help prevent injuries, women athletes should make sure they are strong in the quadriceps, hamstrings, hip abductors, hip external rotators, abdominals and obliques. The neuromuscular coordination of the knee joint deceleration movement should be trained with landing, cutting and hopping drills. The correct techniques for landing and cutting should be practiced and the correct shoes should always be worn. Read this entire article
Stretching is key component to helping prevent knee injuries. Click here for good examples of stretches to help keep your knees injury free.
DRINKING WATER - HOW IMPORTANT IS IT?
Dehydration causes fatigue and tiredness and can affect your athletic performance. You should drink liquids before, during and after physical activity. Click here to read about the importance of proper hydration during athletic activity.