Strengthen the muscles around the knee, hips, and core
Train hamstrings and glutes regularly
Improve landing mechanics with bent knees and soft landings
Avoid knee valgus during jumps, cuts, and squats
Warm up before sports and intense exercise
Use proper technique for cutting, pivoting, and deceleration
Increase training intensity and volume gradually
Include balance and proprioception exercises
Maintain flexibility and mobility in the hips, ankles, and hamstrings
Wear appropriate footwear for the activity and surface
Replace worn-out shoes when needed
Use sport-specific ACL injury prevention programs
Rest and recover adequately between sessions
Avoid playing through pain or fatigue
Keep body weight in a healthy range
Return to sport only after full rehabilitation from previous knee injuries
Use braces only if recommended by a medical professional
Practice controlled movements during contact and non-contact sports
Strengthen single-leg stability
Train agility with proper form
Reduce risk from poor field or court conditions