Stride Physio

09/10/2026

Planks, but make them progressive 💪

Ticha and Suzanne demonstrate one of their favorite plank progressions they use with patients to build core strength and stability. Bonus challenge if you have distracting dog 😆 🐶

09/04/2026

Sleep is important for recovery but what about getting in and out of bed? 🛏️

PT Conlan Brown demonstrates a simple technique that can help reduce pain and strain when transitioning in and out of bed.

Want to learn more about the connection between sleep, recovery, and physical therapy? Check out Conlan’s latest blog on our website!

09/03/2026

🏈💜 Apple Cup weekend is here!

The Washington Football Huskies are taking on the Cougars this weekend, and Suzanne + the Nicoles are ready to cheer on their Dawgs! 🐾 💜💛

Who are you rooting for this weekend — Huskies or Cougs? 👀

09/01/2026

What does it take to support 22 super-sprint triathlons in 24 hours? 🏊‍♂️🚴‍♂️🏃‍♂️

Nicole shares what she learned from the experience and some of her biggest tips for endurance training, recovery, and staying healthy along the way.

🔗 Read the full story on our blog — link in bio!

08/26/2026

It’s National Dog Day! 🐶🐾

The dogs of Stride are celebrating the best way they know how - with extra treats, of course. 🦴💛

08/25/2026

🎉 We’ve got some birthdays to celebrate at Stride! 🎂

Help us wish Clinton a very Happy Birthday TODAY! 🥳 And we’re getting the celebration started a little early for Trevor, whose birthday is coming up next Saturday! 🎈

We’re so lucky to have them both as part of the Stride team. 💙

Happy Birthday, Clinton & Trevor! We hope you both have an amazing year ahead! 🎉🎂

08/21/2026

Nicole Lerch, DPT, shares one of her go-to exercises for building rotator cuff strength and shoulder stability.

A strong rotator cuff can help support healthy shoulder movement, whether you’re lifting, playing sports, or just keeping up with everyday activities.

Give this one a try! 🙌

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08/19/2026

Neck feeling stiff or sore? Dr. Nicole Lazar, PT, DPT shares a few simple tips you can try to help with neck pain and keep things moving!

Give these a try and save this video for the next time your neck is bothering you. 🙌 Small changes can make a big difference! 💪

StridePhysio

08/17/2026

You may have heard that you shouldn’t use your core during pregnancy… but that’s actually a common misconception! 🤰💪

Amanda Benson, PT, DPT talks about why you can still use and engage your core while pregnant — it’s more about learning how to use it appropriately as your body changes.

Your core and pelvic floor work together to support your body throughout pregnancy, and you don’t have to completely avoid core exercises just because you’re expecting!

✨ Want to learn more about staying strong and moving comfortably during pregnancy? Our pelvic health PTs are here to help!

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07/29/2026

Does running ruin your knees? The research says... probably not.

One of the biggest myths in running is that every mile wears away your joints. In reality, recent research from UW Medicine Sports Medicine suggests the opposite: recreational running may actually help protect against osteoarthritis when paired with smart training and recovery.

The key isn't whether you run—it's how you run.

The article highlights several ways runners can stay healthy:
✅ Maintain balanced running mechanics
✅ Address injuries early instead of pushing through pain
✅ Strength train regularly
✅ Prioritize recovery as training volume increases

At Stride Physio, that's exactly what our running specialists help runners do every day.

Whether you're training for your first 5K, chasing a marathon PR, or simply want to keep enjoying the trails for years to come, a professional running gait analysis can identify movement patterns, loading asymmetries, strength deficits, and mobility limitations before they become injuries.

Our running evaluations include:
🏃 Video gait analysis
💪 Strength and mobility assessment
🦵 Individualized running form recommendations
📈 Training and injury-prevention strategies tailored to your goals

We're proud to see UW Rehabilitation and UW Sports Medicine emphasizing the same message we've been sharing with our patients for years:

Don't stop running. Run smarter.

If you've been dealing with recurring aches, nagging injuries, or you're simply curious whether your running mechanics could be more efficient, we'd love to help.

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Schedule a running gait analysis and keep doing what you love—for many miles to come.

Here’s the truth.