I used to get hip joint pain that would leave me limping. I began a daily routine of emphasizing stretching, strength and balance for all of my joints including my hips. I do yoga and pilates like exercises for 20 to 30 minutes every morning whether I am riding or not. Since I started this program 5 years ago I rarely have hip joint pain but if I do it is usually because I overdue it taking too hard or long a ride. Once I have hip joint pain from overuse I continue with my daily exercise routine avoiding any moves that cause hip discomfort, and I take as many days off from riding as needed until there is no more hip pain, then I get back to riding.