In this episode, Sarah unpacks the essential yet often-missed elements of hip mobility, stability, and control—and why these matter deeply for women runners navigating unique physical phases like pregnancy, postpartum, and perimenopause. This isn't about DIY fixes, but about increasing awareness and understanding of how your body moves, what influences discomfort, and how guided, individualized strategies can build true resilience. Whether you're feeling strong or sensing a gap in your training, this episode will expand your perspective on what real, functional hip strength looks like.

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• 14 Days FREE Trial: ⁠Empowered Runners Club ⁠

• Free Hip Mobility Guide 

• Free Strength Plan for Runners 

• Free “6 Ways to Ease Hip Pain Guide”

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This episode is for every woman runner who’s ever felt like something’s off—whether it’s fatigue that won’t quit, moods that crash mid-cycle, or a period that’s gone totally MIA. I sat down with Stephanie Harrod, a women’s health coach and physical therapist, to unpack what your hormones are really trying to tell you, how training impacts your cycle, and why tuning into your body doesn’t mean giving up your goals. If you’ve ever wondered if it’s “just stress” or something deeper—this one’s your permission slip to get curious, take up space, and start fueling like the athlete you are.

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Connect with Stephanie Harod, Doctor of Physical Therapy + Women’s Health Coach 

If you’ve ever felt stuck at the same mileage or frustrated by recurring hip soreness when building your running routine, this episode is for you. Dr. Sarah shares her two-tank method—one for the hips, one for running—and how building them together leads to real, sustainable progress. You'll learn how to develop hip control, endurance, and strength while increasing your running tolerance with smart structure and strategy. Hear client stories, key mistakes to avoid, and the exact process Sarah uses to help runners confidently return to consistent training.

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• 14 Days FREE Trial: ⁠Empowered Runners Club 

• 1:1 Coaching: EmpowHER Hip Program

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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If you’ve got a summer or fall race on your calendar, the best time to build your foundation is right now. In this episode of Legacy Running, Dr. Sarah shares the smart, sustainable steps to start training without the risk of injury or burnout. Learn how to activate key muscle groups, build real single-leg strength, and lay the groundwork for a training season that actually feels good. Whether you’re returning from hip pain or leveling up your next race, this episode will help you train with confidence and purpose.

As Mentioned in the Episode

• 14 Days FREE Trial: ⁠Empowered Runners Club 

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, The Hip Doc, dives into what really goes into creating the best hip exercises for runners. Drawing from her experience working with women navigating hip pain, she explains why generic routines fall short and how factors like training in all planes of motion, proper strength loading, injury-specific adjustments, and smart periodization are key to building resilient, pain-free hips. Whether you're aiming for a marathon finish line or just want to increase your mileage without soreness, this episode will help you rethink your approach to hip strength and set you up for long-term running success. Plus, grab the free resources linked in the show notes to start applying these strategies today!

As Mentioned in the Episode

• 14 Days FREE Trial: ⁠Empowered Runners Club ⁠

• Free Strength Plan for Runners 

• 5 Best Hip Exercises on Youtube

Get More From Dr. Sarah aka "The Hip Doc"

• 14 Days FREE Trial: ⁠Empowered Runners Club ⁠

• 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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If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Is it my hip or my back?”—you’re not alone. In this episode, I’m breaking down the complex (and often confusing) connection between these two areas, and why pain doesn’t always show up where the actual problem is. I’ll walk you through my own experience, the clinical lens I use to evaluate this for runners, and why working with a provider is essential. This episode is here to help you better understand what’s going on so you can feel more informed and empowered in your journey.

Get More From Dr. Sarah aka "The Hip Doc"

• 14 Days FREE Trial: ⁠Empowered Runners Club ⁠

• 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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Ever felt like your fueling plan was the thing holding you back—not helping you move forward? In this episode, I chat with Kristy Baumann, aka @ Marathon.Nutritionist, about all things nausea, GI distress, and what it really takes to fuel with confidence. From hydration mistakes to race-day anxiety, Kristy breaks down the most common causes of gut issues for runners and shares simple, actionable steps to help you feel strong during your runs and recover faster. Whether you're training for your first 10K or a seasoned marathoner, this conversation is packed with practical gems to help you ditch the stomach drama and run empowered.

Get More From Dr. Sarah aka "The Hip Doc"

• 14 Days FREE Trial: ⁠Empowered Runners Club ⁠

• 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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Connect with Kristy Baumann, RD

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marathon.nutritionist/

• Website: https://www.marathonnutritionist.com/

Free Carb Loading Guide: https://marathonnutritionist.myflodesk.com/2025freecarbload

In this episode of The Legacy Running Podcast, Dr. Sarah sits down with Dr. Kate Mihevc Edwards—renowned physical therapist, author, and founder of precision-runner clinics in Atlanta—to explore what truly sets great care apart for runners. From treating elite athletes to building multidisciplinary teams, Kate shares how her holistic approach helps runners break free from chronic pain and confusion. They dive into the unique needs of women runners, the often-overlooked role of the pelvic floor, how imaging can both help and hinder healing, and the critical “final 20%” of rehab most clinicians miss. Whether you’re stuck in a frustrating injury cycle or a clinician looking to level up your care, this episode delivers insight, strategy, and inspiration.

Get More From Dr. Sarah aka "The Hip Doc"

• 14 Days FREE Trial: ⁠Empowered Runners Club ⁠

• 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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Connect with Dr. Kate Mihevc Edwards

• Run Source App: https://www.fastbananas.com/

In this episode of The Legacy Running Podcast, Dr. Sarah explores the pros and cons of cortisone and PRP injections for hip pain, particularly for labral tears. She discusses the factors that contribute to successful outcomes, shares real-world case studies, and highlights key considerations for those weighing their options. While injections can provide relief for some, they aren’t a one-size-fits-all solution. This episode offers insights to help you make an informed decision about your hip health.

Get More From Dr. Sarah aka "The Hip Doc"

• 14 Days FREE Trial: ⁠Empowered Runners Club ⁠

• 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 100th-episode celebration, Dr. Sarah reflects on the journey of building the Legacy Running Podcast and answers your most-asked questions on hip strength, mobility, recovery setbacks, and navigating the mental side of injury. From choosing the right strength exercises to understanding when surgery might be necessary, this episode blends expert insight, personal experience, and practical takeaways to help you stay strong, resilient, and motivated in your running journey.

As Mentioned in this Episode

• Hip Strength Series: ⁠Empowered Runners Club ⁠

• 7 Day Free Trial Moves App

Get More From Dr. Sarah aka "The Hip Doc"

• 14 Days FREE Trial: ⁠Empowered Runners Club ⁠

• 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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