In this episode, I’m joined by hip specialist Dr. Jenna Loewer for a deep dive into one of the most misunderstood diagnoses runners face: hip impingement. We break down what “structural” vs. “functional” impingement really mean, why scary imaging rarely tells the full story, and the movement patterns that keep so many active women stuck in pain. Jenna shares common coordination issues, why hypermobility is often overlooked, how to manage flare-ups without spiraling, and the phases she uses to help clients return to confident running and performance. If you’ve ever been told your hips are “just built this way,” this episode offers clarity—and real hope.

Connect with Dr. Jenna Loewer 

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjennaloewer/

• Email:  [email protected]

• Website: www.onpointewellness.com 

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”

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• Interested in working with me? Book a Call Here 

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”

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Hip flare-ups can feel scary, frustrating, and defeating—but in this episode of the Legacy Running Podcast, Dr. Sarah reframes what they actually mean and why they’re a normal part of the long-term running journey. She shares real client stories, her own experience with setbacks, and the behind-the-scenes thinking she uses when helping runners navigate flare-ups without spiraling or giving up. You’ll hear how stress, travel, posture, training load, and life all play a role, why awareness is often the most powerful first step, and how having a simple “rescue plan” can restore a sense of control and confidence when things feel off.

In this episode, Dr. Sarah is joined by occupational therapist and nervous system coach Jessica Addeo to explore how the nervous system influences hip pain, stress, and recovery—especially for runners. They break down what nervous system regulation actually is, why running is such a powerful regulator, and what happens when injury or life stress takes that outlet away. You’ll learn how sensory input, sleep, hormones, and emotional load can all drive pain flare-ups, along with practical strategies to support your system during recovery. This episode offers a new, empowering way to understand pain beyond just the hip.

Connect with Jessica Addeo

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/regulatedmomcoach/

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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

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In this episode, Dr. Sarah sits down with nutrition coach Lisa Franz for a refreshingly honest discussion about the foundations most active women skip — and why those basics matter more than any trendy diet or “perfect” routine. Together, they unpack Lisa’s journey from restrictive eating to true food freedom, why protein and tracking matter (but not forever), tips to fuel during injury, the real reasons strength training works, and why progressive overload and deload weeks are non-negotiable for long-term performance. If you’ve ever felt confused by nutrition advice or unsure how to train smarter as you age, this conversation will give you clarity, confidence, and practical next steps.

Connect with Coach Lisa 

• website :https://nutritioncoachingandlife.com/

• instagram:https://www.instagram.com/nutritioncoachingandlife/

• Nutrition and Life Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nutrition-life/id1649806306

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

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In this episode of the Legacy Running Podcast, Dr. Sarah dives into the mental side of recovery—the often-overlooked key to overcoming hip pain and returning to confident, consistent running. Drawing from her own journey and coaching experience, she shares five powerful mindset shifts that help runners stay patient, stop moving the goalposts, trust their plan, and silence the online noise. You’ll walk away with practical strategies to build resilience, celebrate progress, and strengthen your mental game for the miles ahead.

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

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In this episode of the Legacy Running Podcast, Dr. Sarah sits down with Dr. Duane Scotti, founder of Spark Healthy Runner, to explore his remarkable journey from hip surgery and chronic injuries to completing six marathons and coaching runners around the world. Duane shares how a labral tear, chondral defect, and proximal hamstring tendinopathy became the turning points that shaped his career—and his mission to help runners stay healthy for life. Together, he and Dr. Sarah break down his “Restore, Rebuild, Retrain” framework for returning to running after hip pain, the truth about pain tolerance and flare-ups, and why running can actually protect your joints.

Bio:

Dr. Duane Scotti, DPT, PhD, OCS is a running physical therapist, run coach, host of the Healthy Runner podcast, and founder of Spark Healthy Runner and has been a leader in the rehab and running community for 20+ years.  He is truly living his passion educating the running community that they don’t need to stop running to get over a running injury.  After 19 years teaching in higher education, Duane decided to step away as a Clinical Associate Professor of Physical Therapy to pursue his passion educating the running community.  Through his signature 1:1 coaching program, Healthy Runner Academy membership, weekly videos, and podcast episodes, he empowers runners to get stronger, run faster, and enjoy lifelong injury free running.  Through strength and run specific training you can build your body to have a strong mind, strong body, and just keep running!  Learn more about how Duane became a healthy runner here!

If you are recovering from an injury and want to get back into running without setbacks:

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Connect with Dr. Duane:

• Instagram - @sparkhealthyrunner

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• Join Free Healthy Runner Facebook Community

• www.sparkhealthyrunner.com

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• Free Hip Mobility Guide 

• Free Strength Plan for Runners 

• Free “6 Ways to Ease Hip Pain Guide”

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In this episode of the Legacy Running Podcast, Dr. Sarah sits down with Dr. Sam (@docsammoves), founder of Unleashed Athletics, to unpack her powerful journey from chronic hip and ankle pain to running a half marathon—without surgery. Dr. Sam shares how years of instability, under-fueling, and frustration with traditional PT led her to create a more holistic, empowering model of care for women. Together, they explore the missing links in rehab—nutrition, strength, mindset, and aerobic capacity—and how reframing flare-ups as feedback can help women reclaim control over their recovery. This honest, hopeful conversation shines a light on what’s possible when you combine science with self-trust.

Connect with Dr. Sam

• work with Dr. Sam:https://unleashedathletics.co/

• instagram:https://www.instagram.com/docsammoves/

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

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In this episode of the Legacy Running Podcast, Dr. Sarah unpacks a question many women runners quietly wrestle with: Is surgery the next step for my hip pain? Whether you're dealing with a labral tear, impingement, or dysplasia, this conversation offers clarity and reassurance. Dr. Sarah shares the thoughtful decision-making framework she uses with clients, how to define true progress in PT, and why your personal goals and lifestyle matter just as much as your MRI results. If you're weighing your options, this episode is here to help you make an informed and confident choice .Disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Please consult with your medical team to make decisions specific to your health and situation.

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 

In this raw and empowering episode, Dr. Sarah pulls back the curtain on five surprising factors that could be flaring your hip pain — and it’s not just your mileage. From hidden mechanical issues to hormonal shifts, she explains why many women runners are stuck in pain despite doing “all the right things.” If you’ve ever been told to stop running or felt dismissed by the system, this conversation will reignite your hope and give you a clearer path forward. Let’s unpack what’s really holding you back — and how to take control of your recovery.

Apply for the October 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 

In this episode, I’m breaking down 10 of the most common strategies women try to overcome hip pain—and rating each one from 0 to 10 based on how much it actually helps you get back to running. From monster walks and rest to rotational exercises and plyometrics, I’m giving you my honest, no-fluff take on what’s worth your time… and what’s not. If you’ve been stuck doing the same rehab moves with zero progress (or Googling your next “hip fix”), this episode will give you real clarity, actionable takeaways, and a new way forward. Hit play to find out which strategies are making you stronger—and which ones are keeping you stuck.

Apply for the October 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