Program Description
Goal: Restore range of motion (ROM), activate stabilizing muscles (glutes, hamstrings, quads, foot muscles), and improve balance. Weekly Schedule (4x per week minimum)
Program Overview
- LevelBeginner
- GoalBodyweight Fitness
- EquipmentAt Home
- Program Length4 weeks
- Time Per Workout30 minutes
- CreatedApr 15, 2025 04:32
- Last EditedJun 18, 2025 11:36

Summary
The ACL Phase 1 program is a focused, 4-week rehabilitation plan designed to help you regain strength and stability after an ACL injury. Committing to four days a week, you'll engage in targeted exercises such as Heel Slides, Quadriceps Sets, and Glute Bridges, all aimed at enhancing knee mobility and muscle control. This at-home program requires minimal equipment and emphasizes proper form and gradual progression, ensuring a safe and effective recovery journey. Get ready to rebuild your strength and confidence, step by step!
WEEK 1
WEEK 2
WEEK 3
WEEK 4
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Heel Slides
3
15 reps
-
2
Quadriceps Sets
3
15 reps
-
3
Terminal Knee Extensions
3
15 reps
-
4
Short Foot Exercise
3
15 reps
-
5
Toe Yoga
3
15 reps
-
6
Clamshells With Band
3
12 reps
-
7
Glute Bridges
3
15 reps
-
8
Side-Lying Hip Abduction
3
12 reps
-
9
Single-Leg Balance(Barefoot)
3
0.5 mins
-
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Heel Slides
3
15 reps
-
2
Quadriceps Sets
3
15 reps
-
3
Terminal Knee Extensions
3
15 reps
-
4
Short Foot Exercise
3
15 reps
-
5
Toe Yoga
3
15 reps
-
6
Clamshells With Band
3
12 reps
-
7
Glute Bridges
3
15 reps
-
8
Side-Lying Hip Abduction
3
12 reps
-
9
Single-Leg Balance(Barefoot)
3
0.5 mins
-
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Heel Slides
3
15 reps
-
2
Quadriceps Sets
3
15 reps
-
3
Terminal Knee Extensions
3
15 reps
-
4
Short Foot Exercise
3
15 reps
-
5
Toe Yoga
3
15 reps
-
6
Clamshells With Band
3
12 reps
-
7
Glute Bridges
3
15 reps
-
8
Side-Lying Hip Abduction
3
12 reps
-
9
Single-Leg Balance(Barefoot)
3
0.5 mins
-
Day 1
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Heel Slides
3
15 reps
-
2
Quadriceps Sets
3
15 reps
-
3
Terminal Knee Extensions
3
15 reps
-
4
Short Foot Exercise
3
15 reps
-
5
Toe Yoga
3
15 reps
-
6
Clamshells With Band
3
12 reps
-
7
Glute Bridges
3
15 reps
-
8
Side-Lying Hip Abduction
3
12 reps
-
9
Single-Leg Balance(Barefoot)
3
0.5 mins
-
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Heel Slides
3
15 reps
-
2
Quadriceps Sets
3
15 reps
-
3
Terminal Knee Extensions
3
15 reps
-
4
Short Foot Exercise
3
15 reps
-
5
Toe Yoga
3
15 reps
-
6
Clamshells With Band
3
12 reps
-
7
Glute Bridges
3
15 reps
-
8
Side-Lying Hip Abduction
3
12 reps
-
9
Single-Leg Balance(Barefoot)
3
0.5 mins
-
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Heel Slides
3
15 reps
-
2
Quadriceps Sets
3
15 reps
-
3
Terminal Knee Extensions
3
15 reps
-
4
Short Foot Exercise
3
15 reps
-
5
Toe Yoga
3
15 reps
-
6
Clamshells With Band
3
12 reps
-
7
Glute Bridges
3
15 reps
-
8
Side-Lying Hip Abduction
3
12 reps
-
9
Single-Leg Balance(Barefoot)
3
0.5 mins
-
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Heel Slides
3
15 reps
-
2
Quadriceps Sets
3
15 reps
-
3
Terminal Knee Extensions
3
15 reps
-
4
Short Foot Exercise
3
15 reps
-
5
Toe Yoga
3
15 reps
-
6
Clamshells With Band
3
12 reps
-
7
Glute Bridges
3
15 reps
-
8
Side-Lying Hip Abduction
3
12 reps
-
9
Single-Leg Balance(Barefoot)
3
0.5 mins
-
Day 2
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Heel Slides
3
15 reps
-
2
Quadriceps Sets
3
15 reps
-
3
Terminal Knee Extensions
3
15 reps
-
4
Short Foot Exercise
3
15 reps
-
5
Toe Yoga
3
15 reps
-
6
Clamshells With Band
3
12 reps
-
7
Glute Bridges
3
15 reps
-
8
Side-Lying Hip Abduction
3
12 reps
-
9
Single-Leg Balance(Barefoot)
3
0.5 mins
-
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Heel Slides
3
15 reps
-
2
Quadriceps Sets
3
15 reps
-
3
Terminal Knee Extensions
3
15 reps
-
4
Short Foot Exercise
3
15 reps
-
5
Toe Yoga
3
15 reps
-
6
Clamshells With Band
3
12 reps
-
7
Glute Bridges
3
15 reps
-
8
Side-Lying Hip Abduction
3
12 reps
-
9
Single-Leg Balance(Barefoot)
3
0.5 mins
-
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Heel Slides
3
15 reps
-
2
Quadriceps Sets
3
15 reps
-
3
Terminal Knee Extensions
3
15 reps
-
4
Short Foot Exercise
3
15 reps
-
5
Toe Yoga
3
15 reps
-
6
Clamshells With Band
3
12 reps
-
7
Glute Bridges
3
15 reps
-
8
Side-Lying Hip Abduction
3
12 reps
-
9
Single-Leg Balance(Barefoot)
3
0.5 mins
-
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Heel Slides
3
15 reps
-
2
Quadriceps Sets
3
15 reps
-
3
Terminal Knee Extensions
3
15 reps
-
4
Short Foot Exercise
3
15 reps
-
5
Toe Yoga
3
15 reps
-
6
Clamshells With Band
3
12 reps
-
7
Glute Bridges
3
15 reps
-
8
Side-Lying Hip Abduction
3
12 reps
-
9
Single-Leg Balance(Barefoot)
3
0.5 mins
-
Day 3
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Heel Slides
3
15 reps
-
2
Quadriceps Sets
3
15 reps
-
3
Terminal Knee Extensions
3
15 reps
-
4
Short Foot Exercise
3
15 reps
-
5
Toe Yoga
3
15 reps
-
6
Clamshells With Band
3
12 reps
-
7
Glute Bridges
3
15 reps
-
8
Side-Lying Hip Abduction
3
12 reps
-
9
Single-Leg Balance(Barefoot)
3
0.5 mins
-
Day 4
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Heel Slides
3
15 reps
-
2
Quadriceps Sets
3
15 reps
-
3
Terminal Knee Extensions
3
15 reps
-
4
Short Foot Exercise
3
15 reps
-
5
Toe Yoga
3
15 reps
-
6
Clamshells With Band
3
12 reps
-
7
Glute Bridges
3
15 reps
-
8
Side-Lying Hip Abduction
3
12 reps
-
9
Single-Leg Balance(Barefoot)
3
0.5 mins
-
Day 4
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Heel Slides
3
15 reps
-
2
Quadriceps Sets
3
15 reps
-
3
Terminal Knee Extensions
3
15 reps
-
4
Short Foot Exercise
3
15 reps
-
5
Toe Yoga
3
15 reps
-
6
Clamshells With Band
3
12 reps
-
7
Glute Bridges
3
15 reps
-
8
Side-Lying Hip Abduction
3
12 reps
-
9
Single-Leg Balance(Barefoot)
3
0.5 mins
-
Day 4
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Heel Slides
3
15 reps
-
2
Quadriceps Sets
3
15 reps
-
3
Terminal Knee Extensions
3
15 reps
-
4
Short Foot Exercise
3
15 reps
-
5
Toe Yoga
3
15 reps
-
6
Clamshells With Band
3
12 reps
-
7
Glute Bridges
3
15 reps
-
8
Side-Lying Hip Abduction
3
12 reps
-
9
Single-Leg Balance(Barefoot)
3
0.5 mins
-
Day 4
#
Exercise
Sets
Reps
Intensity
1
Heel Slides
3
15 reps
-
2
Quadriceps Sets
3
15 reps
-
3
Terminal Knee Extensions
3
15 reps
-
4
Short Foot Exercise
3
15 reps
-
5
Toe Yoga
3
15 reps
-
6
Clamshells With Band
3
12 reps
-
7
Glute Bridges
3
15 reps
-
8
Side-Lying Hip Abduction
3
12 reps
-
9
Single-Leg Balance(Barefoot)
3
0.5 mins
-
Week 1
1 / 4 Weeks
Day 1
1
Heel Slides3 Sets
15 Reps
-
2
Quadriceps Sets3 Sets
15 Reps
-
3
Terminal Knee Extensions3 Sets
15 Reps
-
4
Short Foot Exercise3 Sets
15 Reps
-
5
Toe Yoga3 Sets
15 Reps
-
6
Clamshells With Band3 Sets
12 Reps
-
7
Glute Bridges3 Sets
15 Reps
-
8
Side-Lying Hip Abduction3 Sets
12 Reps
-
9
Single-Leg Balance(Barefoot)3 Sets
0.5 mins
-
Day 2
1
Heel Slides3 Sets
15 Reps
-
2
Quadriceps Sets3 Sets
15 Reps
-
3
Terminal Knee Extensions3 Sets
15 Reps
-
4
Short Foot Exercise3 Sets
15 Reps
-
5
Toe Yoga3 Sets
15 Reps
-
6
Clamshells With Band3 Sets
12 Reps
-
7
Glute Bridges3 Sets
15 Reps
-
8
Side-Lying Hip Abduction3 Sets
12 Reps
-
9
Single-Leg Balance(Barefoot)3 Sets
0.5 mins
-
Day 3
1
Heel Slides3 Sets
15 Reps
-
2
Quadriceps Sets3 Sets
15 Reps
-
3
Terminal Knee Extensions3 Sets
15 Reps
-
4
Short Foot Exercise3 Sets
15 Reps
-
5
Toe Yoga3 Sets
15 Reps
-
6
Clamshells With Band3 Sets
12 Reps
-
7
Glute Bridges3 Sets
15 Reps
-
8
Side-Lying Hip Abduction3 Sets
12 Reps
-
9
Single-Leg Balance(Barefoot)3 Sets
0.5 mins
-
Day 4
1
Heel Slides3 Sets
15 Reps
-
2
Quadriceps Sets3 Sets
15 Reps
-
3
Terminal Knee Extensions3 Sets
15 Reps
-
4
Short Foot Exercise3 Sets
15 Reps
-
5
Toe Yoga3 Sets
15 Reps
-
6
Clamshells With Band3 Sets
12 Reps
-
7
Glute Bridges3 Sets
15 Reps
-
8
Side-Lying Hip Abduction3 Sets
12 Reps
-
9
Single-Leg Balance(Barefoot)3 Sets
0.5 mins
-