Activate Physical Therapy and Wellness

03/01/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Runner Injury Prevention Clinic!

We loved connecting with local runners, assessing movement, discussing training strategies, and helping you stay strong and injury-free this season. Our goal is always to keep our community moving with confidence — and events like this are one way we do that.

This clinic was free to attend, and we’re already looking forward to hosting it again next year!

If you missed it and have questions about your training, gait, or injury prevention, our team is always here to help.

Give us a call 📞701-532-2270

02/27/2026

Over-bracing is more common than weakness.

Many active adults are constantly “sucking in,” gripping their abs, or holding tension throughout the day — thinking it protects their core.

But constant tension increases pressure through the abdomen and pelvic floor. Over time, that can contribute to leakage, back stiffness, heaviness, or coordination issues.

Core strength isn’t about staying tight.
It’s about pressure control and timing.

If something feels off, a pelvic health assessment can help determine whether your core needs strengthening… or retraining.

02/25/2026

We’re excited to introduce Activate PT Connect 🎉

Our new app gives you:

✔️ Easy access to your exercise program
✔️ HD exercise videos
✔️ Progress tracking
✔️ Direct messaging with your provider

No more guessing. No more lost handouts.📱

Download Activate PT Connect today and stay connected to your care.
👉Available on the App Store & Google Play.

02/24/2026

Knowledge, kindness, and care—every step of the way. 💙

We believe great care means clear guidance, genuine connection, and a team that makes you feel supported from the moment you arrive. Thank you for sharing your experience with us, Suzanne! 🙌

02/23/2026

📣 New Blog Just Dropped!

Wondering how your body really feels down there? Your pelvic floor plays a huge role in comfort, core strength, bladder and bowel function, and even everyday movement — yet most of us never check in until something goes wrong. 

Our latest post walks you through a simple pelvic health self-check you can do today. It helps you:
✔️ Notice early signs of imbalance
✔️ Tune in to how your body is functioning
✔️ Understand when it might be time for support

Whether you’re navigating postpartum changes, perimenopause, athletic training, or just want to be proactive about your health—this guide empowers you to take charge. 

👉 Read the full checklist:

A strong, balanced pelvic floor is essential for everyday comfort, core stability, and long‑term health—yet it’s often overlooked until symptoms show up. This simple pelvic floor checklist is designed to help you quickly assess how your body is functioning, recognize early signs of imbalance, ...

02/21/2026

✨ Patient Success Story: Becky

Becky came to Activate for pre-hab before hip surgery and continued care after undergoing two hip surgeries in less than three months.

Her goal? Regain function, restore her quality of life, and feel confident in her body again.

With the support of Brittany and Emma, Becky embraced a progress, not perfection mindset — balancing recovery with the demands of being a busy mom. Together, they worked through the physical, mental, and emotional challenges that come with long-term pain and healing.

Today, Becky is walking pain-free, gradually returning to activity, and living without constant fear of re-injury.

Her advice:
“Healing is emotional, mental, and physical — be honest with your provider, trust the journey, and do your exercises.”

We’re so proud of you, Becky.❤️

02/20/2026

❌ Myth: More Kegels fix everything.

Pelvic floor rehab isn’t just about squeezing harder.

For some people, doing more Kegels can actually increase symptoms — especially if the muscles are tight, overactive, or poorly coordinated.

✔️ Fact: Pelvic floor muscles need strength, relaxation, timing, and proper breathing mechanics.

If you’re dealing with leakage, pelvic pressure, or core weakness, the solution isn’t always “do more.”

👉It’s get assessed.

Call us to schedule a pelvic health evaluation.

02/19/2026

Your pelvic floor is part of your core — and it matters more than you think.

If you checked even ONE of these… it’s not something you just have to live with.

✔️ Leakage with coughing or sneezing
✔️ Urgency or frequent trips to the bathroom
✔️ Pelvic pressure at the end of the day
✔️ Core weakness or doming
✔️ Low back or hip discomfort

These are common — but they are not “normal.”

Pelvic health physical therapy can help you feel strong, supported, and confident again.

Message us or call to schedule a pelvic floor evaluation. You deserve to feel good in your body. 🤍

02/19/2026

100 days until the Fargo Marathon. 🏃‍♀️

Before mileage climbs, check in with your body — not just your watch.

Balanced. Stable. Recovering. Stronger.✔️

Small adjustments now prevent bigger setbacks later.

02/17/2026

From the moment you walk through our doors, you matter. 💙

Creating a welcoming, respectful, and positive experience for every patient is what we’re all about. Thank you, Ellen, for your kind words and for trusting us with your care! ✨

02/16/2026

Training for a race? Increasing mileage? Getting back into running?

Shin splints, knee pain, and ankle soreness are common during training — but they’re rarely random. Most running injuries are part of the same movement chain.

Instead of just icing the sore spot, build strength where it matters: hips, calves, and core.

Stronger chain = more resilient miles.

If pain keeps coming back during training, it’s time to look at mechanics — not just mileage.

02/15/2026

📣 NEW BLOG POST: Pelvic Health Education Every Body Deserves

We just dropped a new blog on something so important — and honestly, talked about way less than it should be.

👉 Pelvic Health Education & Awareness: What Everyone Deserves to Know
(Check it out here: https://www.activatefargo.com/post/pelvic-health-education-awareness-what-everyone-deserves-to-know)

This isn’t just for some people — everyone deserves to understand their body, reduce pain, move with confidence, and feel empowered in their daily life.

✨ Tap the link & learn something that might actually change how you move, live, and feel today.

https://www.activatefargo.com/post/pelvic-health-education-awareness-what-everyone-deserves-to-know

Pelvic health is one of the most essential foundations of overall wellbeing — yet it’s also one of the least talked about. Many individuals grow up without ever learning how the pelvic floor works, what’s normal (and what’s not), or how to care for this deeply important part of the body.The ...