June 25th, 2026

Hey runner!
Ugh, hip (and low back) pain.
Woof.
What do I recommend to clients?
First: ​Assess glute engagement.​ If you can't feel your butt, it's hard to use it. And check out your​ hamstring tightness as well. ​
Second: Check mobility (similar to knee)

• ​90/90 Switches​
• ​Half Kneeling Hip Flexor Stretch (couch)​
• ​Adductor MOBs​

Third: Stability (similar to knee, but more core)

• ​Side Band Walks​
• Plank
• Bird dogs
• Wall sits

Finally: Strength (again, same as knee)

• Split Squats & lunges
• Single Leg Deadlifts
• Step Ups
• Hip Thrusters

Questions? Respond back to this email.


And now an exercise form tip.
If you have any suggestions, please let me know!
Squats= Up & Down... whether it be a dumbbell, kettlebell or a bar, knees go forward and hips go back to allow the weight to go straight (ish) up and down


Deadlifts= Back and Forth... while the weight goes up & down (like the squat) it moves because your hips are going back and forth (horizontal)