Stop pinching in your hip when you put on socks and shoes

Why does your hip pinch when you lift your leg to put on a sock or shoe? It usually comes down to one simple habit — how you're using your core during that movement — and it's an easy fix.

🔬 THE KEY PRINCIPLE
That pinching sensation in the front of the hip when raising your leg is typically caused by improper core usage during the movement, which creates compression and impingement on the front of the hip joint. The fix is to pull in your abdomen by drawing the pubic bone up toward the belly button and hollowing out the entire front side while lifting the leg. Engaging the core this way creates more space within the front of the hip joint, reducing the risk of pinching the hip muscles or the joint itself.

🦵 WHO THIS IS FOR
✅ Pinching pain in the front of the hip when lifting your leg
✅ Pain putting on socks or shoes
✅ Anyone wanting to improve core engagement during daily movements
✅ People looking to prevent hip impingement before it worsens
✅ Anyone wanting a quick habit fix before seeing a specialist

✅ YOU SHOULD FEEL
As you lift your leg, you should feel your abdomen draw in and hollow out along the entire front side, rather than bulging or staying passive. This should create more space in the front of the hip joint and reduce or eliminate the pinching sensation. If adjusting this habit doesn't resolve the issue, consult a physical therapist or neuromuscular expert to ensure proper technique and learn correct core engagement strategies.

This week’s video is: Pinching Pain in the Front of Your Hip? Try This

Here’s what you’ll learn:

🧠 why you may have pinching in the front of your hip while putting on your socks and shoes

💪 how to reduce this pinching using your core

📺 Watch it here:

📌 CHAPTERS
00:00 - Introduction
00:10 - Causes of Front Hip Pinching Pain
00:23 - How to Adjust Your Technique
00:38 - Why Core Engagement Helps
00:53 - When to Consult a Professional

⚠️ This video is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before beginning any new exercise program.