Flex Physical Therapy

10/14/2026

Build strength. Improve balance. Move with confidence.

Living with osteoporosis or osteopenia? Physical therapy can play an important role in your bone health care.

At Flex Physical Therapy, we can help you work toward:

▪ Stronger muscles with personalized resistance exercises
▪ Appropriate weight-bearing activity to support bone health
▪ Better balance to help reduce your risk of falls
▪ Improved posture and safer movement during everyday activities

Your exercise plan should fit your needs, abilities, and fracture risk—and complement your medical care.

Take the next step toward stronger, more confident movement. Contact Flex Physical Therapy to schedule an evaluation! 📞: 425-483-4270

https://flexpt.com/

10/05/2026

Here's a great testimonial from a Flex PT patient!

"The Base to Space Climb was today. My goal was a finishing time below 15 minutes. I made it in 14:03! A full minute below my last time, four years ago.

I wouldn’t have been able to do this without therapy from Flex PT. Thank you! No pain today, which is great."

-Yvonne

📞: 425-483-4270

https://flexpt.com

07/04/2026

Cheers to 250 years, America! 🇺🇸
From our Flex Physical Therapy family to yours, we’re celebrating the incredible journey of our nation and the communities that make it special. Whether you’re enjoying a parade, a hike, or fireworks tonight, we hope your day is filled with joy, movement, and connection.
Happy 4th of July!

06/20/2026

06/16/2026

Most running shoes lose cushioning and support before they look worn down.

Typical lifespan:
👟 Around 300–500 miles
Signs your shoes may be done:
▪ new aches or soreness
▪ flattened midsoles
▪ uneven tread wear
▪ feeling “dead” or less responsive

You don’t necessarily need the most expensive shoe.
You need the right shoe for your body and running style.

📞: 425-483-4270

https://flexpt.com

06/09/2026

Concrete isn’t automatically “bad.” And soft surfaces aren’t always “safe.”

Injury risk usually comes from:
❌ Doing too much too fast
❌ Poor recovery
❌ Weakness or mobility limitations
❌ Worn-out shoes
❌ Repetitive loading without variation

One of the best things runners can do:
➡️ Rotate surfaces and vary training.

Mixing in trails, tracks, roads, and recovery walks changes loading patterns and may help reduce overuse stress.

Consistency beats intensity every time.

📞: 425-483-4270

https://flexpt.com

06/02/2026

Your muscles absorb more running impact than the ground does.

The biggest “shock absorbers” for runners:
✅ Glutes
✅ Calves & Achilles
✅ Feet

Weakness in these areas often contributes to:
▪ shin splints
▪ plantar fasciitis
▪ knee pain
▪ hip irritation

A few exercises we commonly recommend:
✔ Single-leg squats
✔ Calf raises
✔ Step-downs
✔ Balance work

Even 10 minutes a few times a week can help support healthier running mechanics.

📞: 425-483-4270

https://flexpt.com

05/26/2026

Many runners unknowingly overstride.

That means the foot lands too far in front of the body, which increases braking force and impact on the knees and hips.

A simple fix:
➡️ Take slightly shorter, quicker steps.
Increasing cadence (step rate) by even 5–10% can:
✔ Reduce knee stress
✔ Lower impact forces
✔ Improve efficiency

Think:
“Quick light steps” instead of “long powerful strides.”
Small changes can make a big difference over time.

📞: 425-483-4270

https://flexpt.com

05/19/2026

🏃‍♂️ Asphalt or concrete — which is better for running?
Good news for runners: asphalt is generally a little easier on your body than concrete because it has slightly more “give.” That can help reduce repetitive stress on the feet, knees, hips, and back.

But here’s the important part:
Your running form, strength, shoes, and training habits matter much more than the surface itself.
A good rule of thumb:
✅ Asphalt roads > concrete sidewalks
✅ Dirt trails and tracks are even gentler

If you run regularly, varying your surfaces can also help reduce overuse injuries.

📞: 425-483-4270

https://flexpt.com

03/05/2026

How do YOU stand up from the floor? Can you get up without using your hands? The Sitting-Rising Test is a powerful indicator of all-cause mortality and functional age.

Need help? Let’s break it down.

Start off on the floor next to your couch (in case you need it later 😉). Can you go from sitting to kneeling without your hands? If so, bring one leg forward into a lunge and push through your legs to stand! If not, use the couch for balance and stability using your arms to help yourself where you need it.

If you struggled, there are a few possible explanations: decreased core strength, decreased hip strength and/or limited mobility of your hips, knees and ankles.

This is more than a fun party trick or a competition between friends. Being able to stand up from the floor can mean functional independence.

If you have concerns about your strength or mobility, the physical therapists at Flex Physical Therapy are here to help guide you! Schedule a visit today! 📞: 425-483-4270

https://flexpt.com