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Find Your Best Strength Training Fit in Eugene
Looking for the perfect strength training fit in Eugene? Whether you want high-energy classes, personalized small group sessions, or rehab-informed coaching, Zenith Performance and Wellness has an option for you. Led by certified coaches and supported by Doctors of Physical Therapy, our strength offerings are designed to meet you where you are—and take you where you want to go.

James Wellington
Jun 303 min read


Why I Created the Runner’s Strength & Mobility Classes
Discover the inspiration behind Zenith’s Runner’s Strength & Mobility classes — a program built to fill the gaps most runners ignore. Learn how intentional strength, mobility, and injury prevention work can transform the way you move, train, and recover.

Jennifer Randall
Jun 63 min read


8 Essential Tips to Enhance Your Marathon Recovery
Eugene Marathon Weekend is always a blast. However, over the next few days as the race day high wears off, the delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) will start to seep in. Here are some post race tips to help you navigate the recovery process.

Jennifer Randall
Apr 294 min read


Tips to Find Flow While Trail Running in Eugene
Have you ever been on a trail where everything clicks? Your breathing syncs with your stride. The trail disappears beneath you. There’s no overthinking — just motion, rhythm, and presence. That’s flow — and for trail runners, it’s magic!

James Wellington
Apr 173 min read


Recovery & Mobility Habits for Trail Runners
f you’re regularly logging climbs, descents, and miles in the hills around Eugene, recovery isn’t optional. It’s essential for staying injury-free, improving performance, and enjoying the process long-term.

James Wellington
Apr 173 min read


The Role of Physical Therapy in Enhancing Endurance for Eugene’s Runners & Cyclists
Whether you're training for the Eugene Marathon, cycling around the Willamette Valley, or simply looking to improve your endurance...

Jesse Klein
Mar 174 min read


How Active Eugene Residents Can Recover Faster from Sprains and Muscle Strains
Staying active is a priority for many Eugene residents, whether it’s hiking through Spencer Butte, running along the Willamette River, or en

Jesse Klein
Mar 174 min read


Seven Questions to Guide Your Cross Country Spike Selection
Cross country season is here! Tackle grass, hills, and mud with the right shoes. Learn from Run Hub Northwest's Jack Matherly on XC spikes!

Jennifer Randall
Sep 16, 20246 min read


The Final Spot
Sure enough, come 12pm I was woken up by shouts of “YOU GOT IN!!” “YOU’RE GOING TO THE OLYMPIC TRIALS!” I had snagged spot 30 out of 30.

Jennifer Randall
Jul 18, 20247 min read
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