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ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) injury is a girl’s worst enemy. They are more likely than boys to tear this important knee-stabilizing ligament, but proper training can protect girls’ knees from injury. By learning to perform athletic movements properly, girls’ knees can become stronger and more stable, helping to reduce injury risk and improve performance. Learn more and follow us on Twitter: @YouthSportInst MY KNEES ARE AT RISK… BECAUSE I’M A GIRL 014000-00366 11/15

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ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) injury is a girl’s worst enemy. They are more likely than boys to tear this important knee-stabilizing ligament, but proper training can protect girls’ knees from injury.

By learning to perform athletic movements properly, girls’ knees can become stronger and more stable, helping to reduce injury risk and improve performance.

Learn more and follow us on Twitter: @YouthSportInst

MY KNEES ARE AT RISK…BECAUSE I’M A GIRL

014000-00366 11/15