Activate Physical Therapy and Wellness

12/20/2025

On Days 7 & 8 of Stretchmas, we gave you hips that move. 🎄✨
From easing deep hip tension to opening tight hip flexors from sitting and driving, these two stretches help support hip mobility and a happier low back all winter long.

Save this one and try both — your body will thank you. 🙌

12/18/2025

On the 6th day of Stretchmas, my PT gave to me… happy hamstrings 🎄✨
This stretch helps reduce low back tension, improves mobility, and keeps your legs feeling loose during all that holiday sitting, driving, and standing.

12/18/2025

Hydration matters year-round ❄️
Electrolytes support movement, recovery, and nervous system function — even in winter.
🎄Bonus: LMNT makes an easy stocking stuffer.

12/17/2025

On the 5th day of Stretchmas, my PT gave to me… core stability that actually carries over into real life. 🎄✨

Dead bugs help protect your spine, improve coordination, and build deep core strength—without stressing your back.

12/16/2025

Day 4 — Four Calling Birds (Thoracic Mobility!)
Unwind your spine with the Open Book stretch. Perfect for travel days and long hours sitting. ✨
➡️5–10 slow reps per side. Move slow. Breathe deep.

Benefit: Improves upper-back mobility, reduces stiffness, supports better posture, and takes pressure off the neck and low back🙌

12/15/2025

Day 3: "Three Deep Breaths "🐓✨
Hands on your ribs. Slow breath in. Slower breath out.

This isn’t about doing it perfectly — it’s about slowing your system down.
This tells your nervous system: you’re safe.

Save this for a stressful moment today.

12/14/2025

Day 2 of Stretchmas 🎄
Two turtle doves… and two happy shoulders 🕊️🕊️
This doorway pec stretch helps open the chest, improve posture, and ease shoulder tension from sitting, driving, and holiday prep.

Try both arm positions. Hold 10 seconds. Breathe.
Your shoulders will thank you. ✨

12/13/2025

🎄 12 Days of Stretchmas — Day 1 🎄
On the 1st day of Stretchmas, your PT gave to you… 🎶
✨ Relief from neck tension ✨

This upper trap stretch helps reduce stiffness from holiday stress, long drives, and computer posture. Try it daily and let your shoulders relax. 🎁

12/13/2025

12 Days of STRETCHMAS starts today. 🎄Let's keep you healthy, active & happy this holiday season! Stay tuned! 📺✨

Stay warm & safe out there this weekend friends❄️✨

12/12/2025

📬 Our latest newsletter just dropped!
This month we’re sharing winter wellness tips, local updates, and ways to stay strong through the season. Check your inbox! ❄️💪

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12/11/2025

❄️ Why Stretching Matters More in December (Especially in Fargo, ND) ❄️

Winter weather can make muscles tight, movement harder, and pain more noticeable — especially here in Fargo! 🌬️ Our latest blog breaks down why stretching is extra important this time of year, how cold temps affect your body, and easy stretches you can do every day to stay flexible, reduce pain, and keep moving all season long.

👉 https://www.activatefargo.com/post/why-stretching-matters-more-in-december-especially-in-fargo-nd

1. Cold Weather Tightens Muscles and Increases StiffnessWinters in Fargo aren’t just chilly—they’re extreme. When temperatures drop, your body naturally becomes tighter as your muscles contract to conserve heat and protect your joints. This leads to: • Reduced flexibility • Achier joints ....

12/10/2025

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