VSlowLife
post-grad
United States@Calgal I agree with you about the muscle weakness on the bad hip before surgery. My physical therapist tried doing one activity with me, last year. It was easy with my left side, but I almost fell when she switched it to my right side. Thank goodness she was spotting me closely. Glad you have Pilates to help you equal things out. I forgot to ask which muscle(s) were weak. I was just shocked at the moment to experience that profound weakness. I tend to think they are the right rear to lateral muscles.
. You've forgotten how long it takes to develop the strength and stamina, and how long those nagging aches and pains persist. I was still struggling at 3 months and it's so frustrating!! I even still limp sometimes today but I'm determined not to let it get me down. Keep up your careful and consistent PT. Look to the future but take things a day at a time. Glad my recent posts are helpful to you; you've rooted for me (and so many others!) and inspired me so much! 
He's thrilled with my status, activity level without pain. X-rays look good, everything is solid. A negligible less than 5 mm leg difference. I told him my only issue is with residual major muscle weakness in my glutes, which I've been trying to remedy with pilates but feeling increasingly frustrated with lack of progress. He tested and reassured me I actually have good strength... for 6 months. But as 
Yes! So... I've got more work to do but it's not too late. He said keep walking, swimming, using elliptical, doing the PT exercises (which to be honest I was never diligent about doing), and heartily approved my Pilates sessions for strength, stretching and balance. He recommended staying away from high impact sports, just to minimize the long term wear and tear on the implant. He said 'since you're SO YOUNG we want it to last as long as possible'. Could have kissed him! I see him at 1 year anniversary, in 6 months.
