Flex Physical Therapy

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

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02/03/2026

Do You Have Dead Butt Syndrome?

It’s like amnesia, but for the glutes. Years of sitting and the brain has stopped talking to those muscles.

Weak glutes make our movements less efficient and that can lead to poor postural alignment, increased joint stress and the emergence of pain.

If you work a desk job or commute long distances, check to see if you have any of these signs of dead butt syndrome:

▪ Tight hip flexors
▪ Trouble feeling your glutes during exercise
▪ Pain in knee, hip, and/or ankle joints
▪ Pain/stiffness with prolonged sitting

Still unsure? Try this:
Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground. Try to use your glutes to lift your hips off the ground. If you feel like work is happening more in the hamstrings or low back, then your glutes may have left the party.

Let’s gently invite them back with a couple of exercises done 2-3 times per week:

1. Perform the glute bridge. Focus on digging the heels into the ground and squeezing the glutes before lifting the hips. Hold the bridge at the top for a few seconds to be sure you feel the work in the glutes, then lower and repeat.

2. Get into a tabletop position or lie on your stomach. Extend a straight leg behind you and lift and lower creating a rainbow. Alternatively, bend the knee and slowly kick the foot up towards the ceiling.

3. In a side lying position, lift a straight leg in a diagonal line up towards the ceiling and behind you. Brace your abdominals to avoid rolling back as you lift the leg.

If you’re still struggling to wake up your glutes and you’re having pain or stiffness, then it’s time to come in to get some one-on-one guidance from one of our therapists at Flex PT. 📞: 425-483-4270

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01/30/2026

Discover expert tips from physical therapists to help men stay active, prevent injuries, and boost long-term health.

01/27/2026

How Physical Therapy Can Help With Bowel Issues: A Guide to Better Gut and Pelvic Health

Many people silently struggle with bowel problems often without realizing that pelvic floor physical therapy can help. Bowel issues can feel embarrassing, but they’re incredibly common—and very treatable:

▪ Constipation
▪ Incomplete elimination
▪ Urgency
▪ Leakage

Pelvic floor therapists assess how muscles, breathing, posture, and coordination affect bowel function and create personalized treatment plans to restore control and comfort. Treatment typically includes pelvic floor training, breathing and core coordination, manual therapy, toileting mechanics, and sensory retraining. Rather than masking symptoms, physical therapy corrects underlying muscular and neurological imbalances to promote lasting bowel health.

Taking the First Step
If you or someone you know is struggling with chronic constipation, straining, sensation of incomplete emptying, f***l urgency, leakage, pelvic pain, or bowel changes after surgery or childbirth pelvic floor physical therapy can help. With expert guidance, the pelvic floor therapists at Flex PT can help restore confidence, comfort, and normal bowel function naturally and effectively.

Our full article about Bowel Issues and Physical Therapy can be found here:
https://flexpt.com/blog/how-pt-can-help-with-bowel-issues/

📞: (425) 483-4270

01/12/2026

Come in for your annual PT check-up! -

Flex Physical Therapy’s team of therapists is among the most experienced in the industry, with deep knowledge of a broad spectrum of treatments and therapies.

12/31/2025

As we wrap up another amazing year, we want to thank our incredible patients and community for trusting us with your health and wellness.

This season, remember:
✅ Stay active
✅ Stretch often
✅ Take time to recharge

From all of us at Flex Physical Therapy, we wish you a joyful holiday season and a strong, healthy New Year! 🌟

📅 Ready to start 2026 feeling your best? Book your appointment today!

📞: (425) 483-4270

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12/24/2025

This holiday season, we’re grateful for the gift of health and the amazing community we serve.

As you celebrate, remember:
✨ Take time to relax
✨ Keep moving (even a short walk counts!)
✨ Enjoy every joyful moment

From all of us at Flex Physical Therapy, we wish you peace, happiness, and a healthy holiday season!

12/18/2025

Your nervous system controls muscle tension. When overwhelmed, stop and take 5 slow deep breaths. This is a powerful, instant body reset that helps you relax and reduces muscle tightness.

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12/11/2025

Don't let a packed holiday schedule stop your exercise routine! Try 10 minutes of brisk walking or simple body weight exercise is a powerful, stress-busting break.

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12/02/2025

The Smart Way to Shovel Snow

Snow shoveling sends thousands to the emergency room each year. Most injuries are completely preventable with proper technique and preparation. Before You Shovel:

▪ Warm up with 5-10 minutes of light movement - march in place, do arm circles, or take a brisk walk
▪ Dress in layers you can remove as you heat up
▪ Stay hydrated, even in cold weather

Smart Shoveling Technique:

▪ Push snow rather than lifting when possible
▪ Bend at your hips and knees, not your back
▪ Keep loads light - take more trips with smaller amounts
▪ Avoid twisting - move your feet instead
▪ Take frequent breaks to prevent overexertion

Need help getting ready for winter? Give us a call. 📞: (425) 483-4270

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11/27/2025

This Thanksgiving our hearts are full. To our Flex PT community - thank you for your loyalty, your business, and the trust you place in us everyday. We're grateful for each and every one of you.

11/13/2025

Winter sports season is almost here! But is your body ready? Starting a conditioning program NOW (4-6 weeks before hitting the slopes) can prevent common injuries and keep you skiing, snowboarding, or skating all season long. Learn how to prep:

https://flexpt.com/blog/pts-guide-to-preventing-cold-weather-injuries/

📞: (425) 483-4270