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Clinician-led insights from PTs across 100+ clinics in the PNW, focused on helping you move confidently and stay active.

👉 Explore resources and clinic care. Experts in physical therapy and the musculoskeletal system providing health, wellness, fitness & nutrition tips & articles. You can find our location nearest you by visiting our Locations Page on our website here: http://www.therapeuticassociates.com/locations/
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Happy Global Running Day! 🎉 Join people around the world to get moving together in celebration of Global Running Day‼️ 👉...
06/03/2026

Happy Global Running Day! 🎉
 
Join people around the world to get moving together in celebration of Global Running Day‼️
 
👉🏼Global Running Day is a worldwide celebration of running that encourages everyone to get moving. It doesn’t matter how fast you run or how far you go. The important thing is that you get out, have fun being active, and inspire others to join you! 

We encourage you to share where and why you love to run with us!
 

06/03/2026

đź‘€4 Ways to Protect Your Pelvic Floor While Running
 
👉🏼Pelvic floor symptoms while running such as urine leakage, pressure, or pain are often linked to how your body manages impact and internal pressure. With each step, running places repeated force through the pelvis, and when breathing, core, and pelvic floor coordination are off, symptoms can develop. Our bog outlines practical ways to reduce strain and protect your pelvic floor while running.
 
Read the blog to find out more! đź”—Link in the bio!
 
   

06/01/2026

Your core is more than abs! It's an intricate system of muscles that both stabilize your system, as well as muscles that are powerful movers.

Your Hips muscles are a key component to keeping your whole core strong!

Let's kick off our CORE POWER month strong with 4 hip exercises that are guaranteed to strengthen your hips and your whole core!

Banded Side Steps: Fire up your lateral stabilizers to improve hip-to-pelvic control.
Banded Monster Walks: Build endurance in the glutes to support the pelvis during dynamic forward movement.
Standing Banded Leg Lifts: Challenge your balance while strengthening the hip in multiple planes.
Standing Clamshells: Activate the deep rotators that keep your knees aligned and your pelvis level.

Save this video, try these exercises in your next workout and let us know how it goes!

05/27/2026

How to Choose the Perfect Shoes for Trail Running

How to chose the right shoe for trail running requires knowing:
Terrain matters
Protection counts
Fit is key

Trail running encompasses a wide range of terrain, from smooth, groomed paths to rugged, rocky trails. The type of terrain you’ll be tackling should influence your shoe choice.

Read the blog for more in-depth insight into finding the right trail running show + Learn 4 shoe shopping tips from a physical therapist!
https://www.therapeuticassociates.com/how-to-choose-the-perfect-shoes-for-trail-running/

05/25/2026

Weekend warrior? Don’t skip this. 🙌
 
Your weekend starts with this 👇
 
Our North Creek Clinic Team breaks down the 5-move mobility routine that helps active adults move better, feel better, and stay injury-free all weekend long.
 
→ Wall Angels
→ Glute Bridges (+ single-leg variation)
→ Lateral Step Down
→ Heel Raises (+ single-leg if you’re feeling strong 💪)
→ Runner’s Lunge / World’s Greatest Stretch
 
Save this for Saturday morning. Your body will thank you. 🙏
 
Stay moving all weekend, try this first.
 

Today, and everyday, we remember the courageous individuals who made the ultimate sacrifice.
05/25/2026

Today, and everyday, we remember the courageous individuals who made the ultimate sacrifice.

05/22/2026

This is what growth looks like. đź’Ş

The PT Cohort is a two-year journey designed to connect, develop, and elevate our physical therapists — building the mentorship, skills, and career vision to rise alongside an ever-evolving industry.

2026 Cohort: you showed up, did the work, and kept moving up.

05/20/2026

Trail running this season? Don’t skip this
 
Mastering Technical Terrain: A PT’s Guide to Trail Running Form
 
This short, 5 min read is jam packed with answers to questions like:
• Why is “trail vision” important for safety?
• How do I run uphill more efficiently?
• What is the best way to run downhill without knee pain?
• Can weak hips cause trail running injuries?
 
Plus, a BONUS PT-approved exercises for trail running resilience
 
Hit the trail smarter—read before your next run.
 
Link in the bio
 
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05/18/2026

Movement Monday 💪 It's not how many reps — it's how well you move.

One of the most common mistakes we see? People chasing volume before they've nailed the basics. More reps with poor form doesn't build strength — it builds bad habits (and sometimes injuries).

In today's video, we break down how to do this exercise better, not more. A few small adjustments can make a big difference in how your body feels and performs.

🔑 Focus on form — your body will notice the difference.

Watching and thinking, "that's what I've been doing wrong"? You're not alone — and that's exactly what we're here for. Drop your questions in the comments or schedule a visit with one of our PTs. We'll help you move smarter.

đź“… Book online: https://request.therapeuticassociates.com/tai-patients/welcome

05/15/2026

MYTH: You have to feel pain to make progress. 💪FACT: Pain and progress aren’t the same thing.
Not all discomfort is bad — but sharp, sudden, or lingering pain is your body waving a flag, not a sign to push harder.

Here’s what’s actually normal:
✅ Mild muscle soreness 24–48 hours after a workout (DOMS)
✅ A feeling of fatigue or “burn” during exercise
âś… Temporary stiffness that improves as you move

And what’s worth paying attention to:
đźš© Sharp or sudden pain
đźš© Pain that worsens the longer you go
đźš© Joint pain or pain that changes how you move
đźš© Discomfort that sticks around for more than a few days

Progress is built through consistency — not by chasing the ache. Learn to work with your body, and you’ll stay in the game longer. 🔗 Full blog in bio.

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