How can I prevent hip flexor strains?

Prevention is the simplest place to start. Here is what the published guidance recommends.

Stretch and warm up first

Cleveland Clinic says the best way to prevent hip flexor strains is to stretch and warm up before exercising.

Why flexibility helps

Cleveland Clinic adds that increasing your overall flexibility will also protect your muscles from future injuries. The more flexible you are, the more room your muscle fibers have to stretch before they begin to tear. The Cleveland Clinic page on groin strain covers a nearby injury if you want to read further.

Building the habit and booking if needed

Make the warm-up and stretching part of every session, not only the hard ones. For general hip guidance, see the NHS page on hip pain in adults.

If you live near Woodland Park and a strain keeps returning despite your warm-up, book a visit and describe your routine.

Keeping the routine simple

Start small and repeat the routine every time you exercise.