MEET THE TEAM
Jenn Randall
(PC: Team V photography)
(PC: Jake Willard)
(PC: Team V photography)
Jenn Randall attended Ithaca College where she earned her bachelors in clinical health studies with minors in environmental studies and health policy and management. She also attended graduate school at Ithaca College where graduated Magna Cum Laude with her Doctorate of Physical Therapy.
Jenn is also a Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS), graduate of an orthopedic and manual therapy residency and has her CMPT (Certified Manual Physical Therapy) credentialing through NAIOMT (North American Institute of Orthopedic Manual Therapy) which is a testament to her strong manual therapy and clinical reasoning skills. While at Ithaca College, Jenn achieved All-American accolades in cross country and both indoor and outdoor track and field. She still holds multiple school records on the track. Additionally, she played soccer collegiately. She is also a Level 1 certified USTAF Track and Field Coach.
Jenn works to empower patients to achieve or maintain active, healthy lifestyles through hands on treatment and guided movement training and education. Jenn has a compassionate and comprehensive treatment approach tailored to each individual. She loves the challenge of treating all types of injuries, and particularly enjoys working with athletes. When not in the clinic, you can find Jenn running around Eugene, coaching, hiking with her dogs and husband, or reading a good book.
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DPT = Doctor of Physical Therapy: a 3 year doctorate degree performed post-baccalaureate
OCS = Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist: a specialized certification demonstrating greater knowledge of orthopedic conditions and treatment; obtained by less than 10% of practicing PTs in the USA.
CMPT = Certified Manual Physical Therapy: through the North American Institute of Orthopedic Manual Therapy.
Mike Robinson
Mike Robinson graduated with Honors from The University of Akron where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology. Later, he earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy from The Ohio University, where he discovered his passion for treating runners and athletes. During his time there, he assisted in physical therapy data collection for the NCAA division I cross country athletes and completed his first clinical rotation with Ohio University’s sports medicine team. Through the program with Ohio University, Mike became certified in Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (Part A) and Graston Therapy Technique. Additionally, he received additional instruction in treatment of the running athlete and vestibular rehabilitation.
Since becoming a Doctor of Physical therapy, Mike has continued to grow as a clinician. He became a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist in 2021 and then a Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopedic Physical Therapy in 2022. Currently, he is continuing his journey as a Fellow in Training with Regis University studying Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy. Mike also has a specific interest in bike fit and treating the cycling athlete.
Mike is a passionate and thoughtful clinician who encourages his patients to reach their maximum potential. He uses a combination of hands-on treatments, exercise, and education to help his clients reach their goals. Outside of the clinic, Mike loves running, biking, hiking, and weightlifting - typically with his wife Rachel and their dog Poppy.
Mariel Hammond
Dr. Mariel Hammond desires to promote a healing environment where all patients can truly understand their diagnosis, work together with their providers to improve their outcomes, and return to function with a sense of accountability that empowers them.
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Mariel has studied many realms of physical therapy assessment, including Postural Restoration Institute (PRI), McKenzie, Maitland, Sahrmann, and Functional Range Systems that allow for a full body approach to assessment and treatment. She utilizes movement screening approaches such as the FMS and the SFMA for return to sport performance and life, which ensures your treatment will help reduce future risk of injury and pain.
Approach to treatment
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Every person is different, in the way that they move, heal, and respond to feedback. Dr. Mariel makes education a priority to ensure that patients take responsibility for their own care and understand the amazing power of self healing that the body can achieve when placed in the right environment.
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Personalized home exercise programs will be given to each patient, and regular communication with their therapist will allow the patient to reach these outcomes at their own pace. Mariel meets patients at their fitness level, treating the weekend warrior all the way up to the professional athlete. Learning first how to move appropriately, and then load the body optimally, each patient will leave their appointments with a better understanding of how resilient and powerful our bodies can be. She has a particular interest in youth development training and injury reduction, coaching many levels of youth from elementary to college and beyond.
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Education
Dr. Mariel obtained her undergraduate degree at the University of Central Florida, specializing in anatomy, biomechanics and fitness training. She continued her education, getting her Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree at Duke University, where she studied under some of the best physical therapists in the world. Learning from them has been a profound lesson, and she strives to continue her education through courses that spark her passion, and keep up with the ever-changing evidence based practice. Particular interests include sports performance, pain science and orthopaedic injuries.
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Constantly curious about longevity and reaching her own potential, Mariel has also invested many hours of research on how to improve all body systems - from sleep, nutrition, mental health and performance. A session with Mariel could touch on all of these aspects and more, with up to date interventions that keep you striving to be the best version of yourself.
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Outside of Work
Mariel is an avid adventurist, exploring the many wonders that the PNW provides. Growing up in Florida, she did not have access to beautiful mountains and enjoys the hiking and climbing that nature provides. Basketball was her passion growing up, and she was a high school standout before moving on to UCF where she began to play Ultimate Frisbee competitively. She is now an Elite Level Ultimate Frisbee player, becoming just one of 26 women representing team USA in the Worlds Ultimate and Guts Championships in 2020. She has continued her career with the Oregon Women's club team, Oregon Schwa, which placed 3rd in the nation last year. Don't hesitate to find out how you can get involved with your local league as she loves to talk shop!
Jesse Klein
(PC: Team V photography)
Zenith Performance and Wellness was created and is operated by Jesse Klein, DPT, OCS, CSCS. He has experienced athletics, training, and rehabilitation from both sides of the injury and has vast experience working with people of all ages and athletic levels.
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Jesse earned his Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh; where he was a a 4-year letter earner, 2-year captain of the soccer team, a tutor, and was involved in multiple extracurricular committees and councils. He then earned his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from St. Catherine University; where he graduated with a 4.0 GPA. During his second year, he was one of four program Teaching Assistants and was selected by faculty to serve as the sole Program Tutor.
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As a physical therapist, Jesse enjoys getting to know his clients beyond their primary complaint, and utilizing a combination of education, manual therapy, and exercises to help them recover. He enjoys working with people of all ages and abilities, but does especially enjoy working with those establishing or returning to a work out program, and those pursuing endurance sports. Jesse has extra training in the realms of wellness and can help with strategies to create a more well balanced life. In 2022, he became a Certified Barbell Rehab Method Therapist- focusing on helping those with pain continue to exercise and train through their issues.
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Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his wife, two cats (the cutest cats in the world, objectively), running, reading, and generally hanging out.
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DPT = Doctor of Physical Therapy: a 3 year doctorate degree performed post-baccalaureate
OCS = Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist: a specialized certification demonstrating greater knowledge of orthopedic conditions and treatment; obtained by less than 10% of practicing PTs in the USA.
CSCS =Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist: specialization in strength and conditioning, the gold standard certification for strength and conditioning coaches at the collegiate level and beyond.
BRM= Barbell Rehab Method Professional.
Brenden Hisao
Brenden Hisao earned his degree in Exercise & Sport Science at Western Colorado University. He played football for Western as a defensive end and outside linebacker where he was a 4-year letter earner and starter for the Mountaineers.
Prior to Zenith Performance, Brenden was the director of strength & conditioning for 14+ sports and varsity defensive line coach at Junipero Serra High School. Some of his accomplishments at Serra were 3 Northern California Championships and 3 appearances in the California State Championships for football. Brenden also achieved 0 ACL or Major injuries across all sports under his leadership at Serra. He helped develop over 30+ Division-I offered student-athletes, and has personally trained 20+ professional athletes and Olympians.
Brenden currently holds certifications as a Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and United States of America Olympic Weightlifting Coach (USAW-SPL1). He is also a football strength & conditioning coach at the University of Oregon. Brenden is dedicated to help excel all athletes or those who want to improve their personal health!
Outside of work, Brenden enjoys fishing, lifting, playing sports, and listening to vinyl records.
Josh Harper
Josh comes home to Eugene from Rapid City, South Dakota, where he was the head Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Steven's Raiders. He is also currently working as strength and conditioning intern for the University of Oregon Football team. As a life-long athlete and lover of sports, Josh grew up playing whatever sport involved a ball that was in-season. As a multi-sport athlete throughout High School, he continued to play basketball and football at the collegiate level at the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology. Josh also attended the University of Oregon, where he obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Human Physiology. He is currently pursuing his Master's Degree in Exercise Science.
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While supporting any and everyone along their fitness journey, Josh is passionate about helping anyone who is willing to put in the work, have fun while working out and most importantly, commit to and trust the process.
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Josh's credentials include being a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association, United States Weight Lifting Level 1 (USAW L1), and a Precision Nutrition Level 1 Certification.
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When Josh is not in the gym coaching or working out, he enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife Hope and their dog Blze. They enjoy traveling and seeing new places as well as trying new restaurants. Josh and his wife love to attend sporting events whenever time allows.
Ropheka Gershom
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!
James Wellington
James serves as the Performance and Wellness Manager, bringing extensive experience in customer service, business administration, marketing, technology, and a knack for perfecting the flow of details. With a rich background spanning manufacturing, application services, e-commerce, retail, and government contracts, James applies a sharp focus to enhancing operational performance and ensuring exceptional client satisfaction. He's thrilled to bring his expertise to the local wellness industry and deepen his commitment to serving the community.

Born in California, James relocated to Oregon with his family in 1985 and has been exploring the region ever since. An active member of Eugene’s vibrant running community, he organizes monthly destination trail runs for Run Hub Northwest. While some runners claim "hills pay the bills," James likes to keep the debate open.

In his hybrid role, James oversees administrative and marketing operations. You’ll find him welcoming clients at check-in, following up with details, and encouraging participation in strength programs or treatment plans to help you return stronger—whether on trails, fields, roads, rivers, or wherever your journey takes you.