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Hybrid PT + Strength Training Journey

John G

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Ropheka grew up being active outdoors and playing recreational sports but had never stepped foot in a gym. After being sidelined by several sport related injuries herself, she was inspired to gain a better understanding of how to properly train for the activities she loves, and be able to stay active and strong for a lifetime of adventure. Ropheka earned her Associates of Applied Science Degree in Exercise & Movement Science at Lane Community College. She is a certified personal trainer and exercise therapist through ISSA (International Sports Sciences Association). Her passion is to equip others with the tools they need to thrive physically and create a healthy lifestyle for themselves. Outside the gym, she loves to surf, hike, float the river, and have picnics on paddleboards. She also enjoys cooking and trying new recipes from different countries -especially Thai food!

Ropheka Gershom

Strength Coach, Eugene, OR

April 14, 2026

While at Zenith I have segued from a focused PT program to a hybrid PT/personal training program and into the Ultimate Athlete program. In each step of my recovery and maintenance, the guidance has been excellent. I have worked one on one, and in small groups with Ropheka, and have received knowledgable and focused attention in the process of rehabbing multiple subacute and chronic musculoskeletal injuries and deficiencies, with emphasis on optimizing form and technique. I am extremely happy with the progress I have made with her help in regards to my core strength, and mobility, in addition to joint and spine stability, and my ability to maintain a very active lifestyle confidently and without injuries.

What Clients Are Saying About Our PT

From weekend warriors to elite athletes, our clients trust Zenith for expert care and real results. Here is what they had to say about their experience with our PT—tailored support that helped them move, train, and feel their best.

Not a cookie-cutter plan, each session built upon the last

I had an incredible experience recovering my dislocated shoulder at Zenith. I chose them over other PT locations in Eugene because they truly pay attention to your unique situation and don't give a cookie cutter recovery plan. Each session built upon the last and brought meaningful results. Their staff is incredibly friendly and their PTs are up-to-date as it gets on today's research/studies.

Ben F

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I PR things regularly and I'm stronger than ever

I love this place and the people who work there! I've been doing personal training for about 4 years now with them, and physical therapy from time to time as needed. Everyone I have worked with has been top notch, friendly and very helpful. I rehabbed from my ACL reconstruction, and got back to normal. My chronic back issues are under control thanks to lifting heavy with Ropheka. I'm stronger than ever. I PR things regularly, and I always look forward to my sessions! Cannot recommend enough!

Meagan M

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Back to Running My First Half-Marathon After IT Band Injury

Very grateful the university PT had no space because working with Zenith and Dr. Michael Duffy was not only extremely helpful as far as my running injury was concerned, but extremely fun! I actively looked forward each session to being welcomed by Allie at the front desk and updating Michael on my progress with the strength and stretching exercises he provided. He was super reassuring when it came to diagnosing my IT band pain and made sure I was comfortable with every aspect of the treatment plan (I did the 6 session plan plus the discounted Rockin' Runner PT Evaluation session)—and let me tell you, the treatment worked! Though my training had been interrupted by my injury, with the treatment I got with Zenith I am back and better than ever to run my first half-marathon! So excited, so grateful, and so happy to have supported this local business run by damn good people.

Kayla C

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