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Performance Training
Zenith's training articles are designed to empower athletes with expert advice and actionable insights. From strength training tips to injury prevention strategies, our articles cater to runners, cyclists, and active individuals aiming to optimize performance. Discover in-depth guides on improving mobility, building endurance, and mastering recovery techniques. At Zenith, we provide the knowledge you need to excel in your fitness journey and achieve your goals with confidence


Unlock Peak Performance with Sports Massage at Zenith Performance and Wellness
Sports massage is a targeted therapy designed to support athletes and active individuals. Unlike a traditional relaxation massage, sports massage is focused on enhancing muscle recovery, improving flexibility, reducing pain, and optimizing performance. Whether you’re a runner, cyclist, strength athlete, or someone who just loves movement, this treatment can be tailored to your unique needs, goals, and physical demands.

Jesse Burlingham
May 232 min read
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How Sleep & Nutrition Impact Recovery and Performance for Eugene’s Active Community
In a city like Eugene, where staying active is a way of life, it's easy to get caught up in the grind of training, hiking, running, or hitting the gym

Jesse Klein
May 234 min read
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Massage: A Smart Strategy for Performance and Recovery
Think of massage as maintenance for your high-performance machine. At Zenith in Eugene, Oregon, our sports massage therapy helps athletes recover faster, prevent injury, and move with power—because regular bodywork isn’t a luxury, it’s essential.

Jesse Burlingham
May 233 min read
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Strength Training for Trail Runners in Eugene
Trail running demands strength, stability, and endurance. Discover essential strength training for trail runners to boost performance and prevent injury.

James Wellington
Apr 175 min read
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The Big Q
Just like it takes hours of practice day in and day out to keep my body fit, the mind requires similar training.

Jennifer Randall
Aug 9, 20248 min read
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How to Conquer Hilly Races: 5 Tips to Run Your Best Butte to Butte
Some of us LOVE hill running, and some of us would be happy to never encounter another incline. Regardless of how you feel about them, hills are great for you, and are a staple feature of the upcoming Butte to Butte 10k. Let’s break down the benefits of running hills, as well as some tips you can implement to make the most of hilly runs and races.

Jennifer Randall
Jun 14, 20244 min read
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Why 92% of New Year’s Resolutions Fail, and how Zenith can help you join the 8% who change their lives.
Lots of people- including PTs- have mixed opinions on New Year's Resolutions (NYRs). It’s easy to be cynical about NYRs and quip about...

Jesse Klein
Feb 1, 20243 min read
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Why Should Runners Jump? Plyometric Training
Land. CLOMP. Lift. CLOMP. Reach. Land CLOMP. As a runner you are familiar with this rhythm as your feet land one step after another in a...

Jennifer Randall
Dec 7, 20234 min read
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Runner’s Hearts Part 2: Heart Rate Training Demystified
Understand the limitations of heart rate training and uncover factors that influence HR variations to optimize your running performance.

Jennifer Randall
Oct 13, 20235 min read
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