any Pre-surgery prep for BHR?

[Rahwayrunner]

I am scheduled foir BHR on right hip in mid-October. I was diagnosed with osteoarthritis in late 2006. Cortisone worked ok for first few treatments but, I can no longer run (I was a distance runner for 15 years) and volleyball is difficult. I am 50 & male - Doc says I am ideal candidate.

My question -- I work out in a local gym (stationary bike & core strengthening) and ride about 80 miles/week on a bike. What training and/or strengthening can I work on to best prepare me for surgery and assist in a fast recovery?

[Tommy]

I run up to surgery but I read older post by spencer and the recovery workout he did and I did it pre op as much as I could. Hips/glutes/hamstring workouts, spin classes and core strengthing. Check out the "Crossfit" workouts they work real good for me.  Btw do you any marathons planned for the future.   
                         Tommy
     

[Rahwayrunner]

Thanks for the info. Sounds like I am on the right track.  I ran marathons for 8 years, but after my last, my hip was sore for two days (I soon discovered I had OA).  My doc says I could do it again, but after years of 30-40 miles per week, I am retired. But 15K are possible.
I am also concerned with BHR longevity. I am told 20 years -- I prefer not to push it so another reason to not run marathons.