Note: I’m taking a course this semester called “Writing for the Web.” One of our assignments is to publish a weekly blog on a consistent topic. Since I already have a functioning blog, I’ve decided to use it (in all of its scattered content) to publish a new series: My Hips Don’t Lie. I may interject other posts from a young journalist’s perspective, but this series will run through April.

I get you, Shakira.

My hips don’t lie.

Somehow I don’t think Shakira was referring to a nagging hip injury. In fact, I’m pretty sure it has more to do with her inexplicable desire to dance while she sings. However, I can’t help but identify with the idea of “not being able to ignore your hips” (or at least the left one).

It’s been a long road, what I like to call my “Hip Saga.”

Here’s the condensed version:Processed with VSCOcam with lv03 preset

I’m a 21-year-old runner who’s been battling hip pain since training for a half marathon almost 2 years ago. I’ve undergone two different surgeries in the left hip region. I’ve seen many doctors, experiencing sides of the medical system about which I almost wish I were still naive. Currently, I’m 7.5 weeks post-op (from a arthroscopic labral repair with osteoplasty) and working towards getting better – for good.

Many people have said to me, “Hip surgery? But you’re so young.” It’s rare, but it’s real – especially in female runners. I know I’m not alone, but I felt a bit alone in doing hours of research the past few years.

So I begin this series for a few reasons:

1. To provide insight: I think the “world wide web” could use a bit more information on real people dealing with real hip injuries. Do you get Shakira, too?

2. To document my journey: This ongoing injury has taken on a massively influential role in my life. I have experienced so much through it – and learned even more.

3. To demonstrate God’s faithfulness through it all.

I’ll share my background with running, this timeline of my injury, updates as recovery continues, and insight that I’m gleaning.

Would you care to join me as I journey?

0 thoughts on “My Hips Don’t Lie: Part 1

  1. We would find it a privilege to continue to journey with you through this time. You have been brave, intelligent, sweet, godly, humorous (particularly after anesthesia!), tender, tenacious, and long-suffering. We sincerely pray that your saga will soon be complete and victorious – and in the meantime we look forward to reading your blog!

  2. Dear Lindsey, We have been following along with you in your journey for many months. We know that it has not been an easy time for you but we are always cheered by your lovely smile and trust in God as you have had to change plans and put aside your love for running. Thanks for sharing.

  3. Lindsey, this was a great blog. I thought it was clever how you added the Shikira song to what you were going through. It was a great twist. Can’t wait to read more!!! 🙂

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