We’re not in the 1950s anymore, science is more advanced, training strategies are more purposeful, and most of all, research shows that this statement couldn’t be further from the truth.
It is estimated that over 350,000 ACL injuries occur each year in youth sports. With athletes starting at a younger age, competition seasons getting longer and more intense, the number is projected to be higher in the coming years. It is important for young athletes to participate in structured strength training programs to learn proper body control and drastically reduce the likelihood of these injuries.
