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Dr. Sarah discusses the impact of running on cartilage and how to maintain joint health.

In this episode of the Legacy Running Podcast, Dr. Sarah tackles one of the biggest fears runners have: that running is bad for your cartilage. She breaks down what actually keeps your joints healthy, why pain doesn’t always mean damage, and how the right mix of strength, recovery, and smart training helps you keep running for decades. If MRI results, hip pain, or knee pain have ever made you question your future as a runner, this conversation will leave you feeling informed, reassured, and ready to move forward. Apply for the EmpowHER Hip Program Here: https://legacyrehabandperformance.com/empowher-hip-program-october-cohort Get More From Dr. Sarah aka "The Hip Doc" Free Hip Mobility Guide Free Strength Plan for Runners Free “6 Ways to Ease Hip Pain Guide” Connect with me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or my webiste Interested in working with me? Book a Call Here

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