The Hip Check

Four simple tests to find out whether your hips are what's actually limiting your training, or whether something else is going on. It takes about four minutes.

You'll need a bit of floor space, and a wall or sofa nearby for one of the tests.

If anything hurts, stop straight away. Discomfort from a stretch is normal. Pain is not.

This isn't a medical assessment. It's a quick way to spot patterns worth paying attention to.