The main controllable risk factors for left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH) are high blood pressure and being obesity. People with diabetes may also be at increased risk. Therefore, the best ways to reduce the risk of developing LVH are:

• Regular checkups at the physician, including blood pressure checks and glucose tests to screen for diabetes.
  
  
• Careful control of high blood pressure or diabetes (e.g., with antihypertensives or insulin, respectively).
  
  
• Exercise regularly.
  
  
• Eat a heart-healthy diet.
  
  
• Maintain a healthy weight.