Episode 450: Henry Abbott: The Hip Stability Secret for Aging Well + Why ACL Tears Are 8x More Common in Women

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05/16/25 • 21 min

Are your hips stable, mobile, or neither? In this Fitness Friday episode on the Habits and Hustle podcast, I talk with Henry Abbott about his insights from elite sports training facilities that can help people prevent injuries and age better.

We discuss simple tests you can do at home, why ACL tears are epidemic among female athletes, and the importance of plyometric training for developing "bouncy" strength. Henry also shares the 13-step warm-up routine used by elite athletes, which can transform how you feel in just 10 minutes.

Henry Abbott is an award-winning journalist and founder of TrueHoop, a respected basketball media platform. He previously led ESPN's 60-person NBA digital and print team, which published several groundbreaking articles and won a National Magazine Award. His new book "Ballistic: The New Science of Injury-Free Athletic Performance" explores revolutionary approaches to injury prevention through the science of ballistic movements.

What we discuss:

Hip mobility vs. stability - everyone fits one category
Self-tests: pigeon pose and side plank X
Mobile hips need strength, stable hips need yoga
ACL tears 8x more common in female athletes
True causes of ACL injuries
Importance of plyometric training
Landing mechanics and hip control
13-step warm-up routine
Strategies for aging well through hip health

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To learn more about Henry Abbott:

Website: https://www.henryabbott.com/ https://www.truehoop.com/

X: https://x.com/truehoop?lang=en

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What we discuss:

Hip mobility vs. stability - everyone fits one category
Self-tests: pigeon pose and side plank X
Mobile hips need strength, stable hips need yoga
ACL tears 8x more common in female athletes
True causes of ACL injuries
Importance of plyometric training
Landing mechanics and hip control
13-step warm-up routine
Strategies for aging well through hip health

Thank you to our sponsor:

Therasage: Head over to therasage.com and use code Be Bold for 15% off

TruNiagen: Head over to truniagen.com and use code HUSTLE20 to get $20 off any purchase over $100.

Magic Mind: Head over to www.magicmind.com/jen and use code Jen at checkout.

Air Doctor: Go to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code HUSTLE for up to $300 off and a 3-year warranty on air purifiers.

Bio.me: Link to daily prebiotic fiber here, code Jennifer20 for 20% off.

Momentous: Shop this link and use code Jen for 20% off

DavidProtein: Try David today—buy 4, get the 5th free at davidprotein.com/habitsandhustle

To learn more about Henry Abbott:

Website: https://www.henryabbott.com/ https://www.truehoop.com/

X: https://x.com/truehoop?lang=en

Find more from Jen:

Website: https://www.jennifercohen.com/

Instagram: @therealjencohen

Books: https://www.jennifercohen.com/books

Speaking: https://www.jennifercohen.com/speaking-engagements

Previous Episode

Episode 449: Dr. Sarah Hill: How Birth Control Changes Your Brain, Dating Choices, and Evolutionary Psychology

Is hormonal birth control affecting more than just pregnancy prevention? In this Habits and Hustle podcast episode, I am joined by Dr. Sarah Hill, an evolutionary psychologist and author who explains the surprising ways birth control pills influence women's brains, behavior, and mate selection.

We discuss how synthetic hormones alter women's natural cycles, changing partner preferences and affecting emotional responses. We also explore the fascinating science behind mate selection through an evolutionary lens, why men are attracted to women at peak fertility, and how birth control can disrupt the pheromonal cues that influence attraction.

Dr. Sarah Hill is an evolutionary psychologist, author, and researcher who earned her Ph.D. at the University of Texas at Austin working with Dr. David Buss. Her research focuses on understanding behavior and motivation through the lens of Darwin's theory of evolution by natural selection, with particular emphasis on women's psychology, hormones, and sexual motivation.

What We Discuss:

(00:00) Birth Control & Women's Psychological States

(04:14) Effects of Birth Control on Emotions

(15:26) Relationship Changes After Birth Control

(19:22) Hormonal Birth Control and Pheromones

(27:05) Partner Preferences and Attraction Triggers

(34:43) Modern Dating Challenges and Hormones

(39:01) Modern Dating Delays Marriage

(42:51) Women's Relationship Choices and Evolution

(48:07) Competition, Jealousy, and Marriage Threats

(55:27) Divorce, Dating, and Female Friendship

(01:04:43) Hormonal Birth Control and Side Effects

...and more!

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Find more from Jen:

Website: https://www.jennifercohen.com/

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Find more from Dr. Sarah Hill:

Website: https://www.sarahehill.com/

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Next Episode

Episode 451: Dave Asprey: Marketing Secrets That Built a $20 Billion Biohacking Industry

How did a 300-pound tech executive become the founder of a $20 billion biohacking industry? In this Habits and Hustle episode, Dave Asprey reveals his unconventional journey, sharing his marketing philosophy: "I do not sell. I teach."

We discuss how he bootstrapped Bulletproof to $27 million before raising capital, the venture capital challenges that led to losing control of his company, and why he believes making products that genuinely work is his true marketing secret. We also dive into his experience creating the Bulletproof Coffee phenomenon and how his desperate search to heal his own chronic health issues led to revolutionary discoveries.

Dave Asprey is the founder of nine companies, including Bulletproof, Danger Coffee, TrueDark, and Upgrade Labs. He's authored bestselling books including "The Bulletproof Diet," "Head Strong," and his newest release, "Heavily Meditated." Dave is credited with creating three unique billion-dollar markets: MCT Oil, Collagen Protein, and Functional Coffee.

What We Discuss:

(01:00) Biohacking and Marketing Secrets

(10:10) Uncovering the Quiet Desperation

(13:19) Entrepreneur's Journey to Success

(19:32) Venture Capital, Biohacking, and Longevity

(30:37) Sexual Health and Biohacking Insights

(42:18) Exercise, Recovery, and Hormone Optimization

(49:50) Optimizing Testosterone and Peptide Use

...and more!

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