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When jumping, land with your knees bent

Do warm-up exercises and stretch before and after any activity

Wear shoes that fit properly, are stable, and absorb shock

Use the softest exercise surface you can find; don’t run on asphalt or concrete

Don’t be a “weekend warrior.” Don’t try to do a week’s worth of activity in a day. Know your limits.

Learn your sport. Use proper form to reduce your risk of “overuse” injuries

Wear gear that protects, fits well, and is right for the sport or activity

Be in proper condition to play the sport or activity; build up gradually

Strive for a total body workout of cardiovascular, strength-training, and flexibility exercises

Don’t play injured, tired or in pain

Follow the rules of the game

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• Previous injury
• Age
• Joint instability and pain
• Poor physical conditioning
• Inadequate rehabilitation
• Exercise overload
• Poor skills in the specific sport or work
• Amount and quality of training in the activity
• Playing field conditions
• Not wearing protective equipment or following the rules

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