What Doesn’t Work for Hip Pain Anymore (Heading Into 2026)

About this episode

Dr. Sarah discusses ineffective methods for managing hip pain as we approach 2026.

Hip pain isn’t fixed by lifting heavier, resting longer, or waiting for flare-ups to pass. In this episode, Dr. Sarah breaks down what doesn’t work for hip pain anymore as we head into 2026. You’ll learn why strength training alone falls short, how to manage flare-ups without losing momentum, and why addressing the mental side of pain matters for long-term progress. If you’ve been doing everything “right” and still feel stuck, this episode will help you rethink your approach and move forward with clarity and confidence. Apply for the January 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

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Sarah

Topics covered

• hip pain
• strength training
• flare-ups
• mental health
• long-term progress
• fitness

Keywords

• hip pain
• strength training
• flare-ups
• mental health
• fitness
• rehab
• EmpowHER

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: EmpowHER Hip Program, Legacy Rehab and Performance

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