The Core Exercises That Actually Moved the Needle for My Client’s Labral Tear

About this episode

Dr. Sarah discusses core exercises that helped a client recover from a labral tear and hip pain, detailing her assessment and training approach.

In this episode, I walk you through a real client story and the exact core exercises that finally helped her break through hip pain and feel confident running again. We start with her background and assessment findings, then dive into what we tried, where she got stuck, and the key shift that made the biggest difference. I also break down how I approach core training step-by-step—from sequencing and coordination to endurance, strength, and eventually more dynamic work—so you can understand what actually matters (and what doesn’t) when you’re trying to move forward after a labral tear or hip injury. 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”

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Sarah

Topics covered

• core exercises
• hip pain
• labral tear
• running
• rehabilitation
• physical therapy

Keywords

• core training
• hip injury
• rehab exercises
• running confidence
• physical therapy

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: EmpowHER Hip Program, Legacy Rehab and Performance

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