Physical Therapist and Founder of Citius Performance Therapy

Hi, I’m Dr. Kent Ford — a physical therapist, endurance performance coach, and lifelong mover. I help endurance athletes overcome injury, move efficiently, and build lasting strength so they can keep doing what they love.

I earned my Doctorate of Physical Therapy from The Ohio State University and both my Bachelor’s and Master’s in Kinesiology and Health from Miami University- where I competed as a Track & Field/ Cross Country athlete. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of working with athletes of all levels — from high school programs to professional runners — blending clinical care, biomechanics, and real-world performance training.

In addition to Citius Performance Therapy, I work in conjunction with collegiate athletes, where I collaborate with coaches, surgeons, athletic trainers, team physicians, dietitians, and sports psychologists to get athletes back to competition. These experiences shape how I approach care today — combining science-based treatment with personalized coaching that meets each athlete where they are.

At Citius Performance Therapy, I offer both concierge physical therapy and virtual strength and conditioning programming services designed specifically for endurance athletes. My PT sessions often include running gait analysis, return-to-sport testing, dry needling, as well spine and joint mobilization. Whether you’re training for your first marathon or chasing a PR, my goal is to help you stay healthy, durable, and confident in your movement.

Outside of the clinic, I’ve taught in Miami University’s Department of Kinesiology and Health and I serve on both the College of Education, Health, and Society Dean’s Advisory Council as well as the Department of Kinesiology’s Advisory Committee.

When I’m not working with athletes, you’ll find me spending time with family, exercising, painting, or experimenting with new ways to recover and train smarter.

Let’s get you moving better, performing stronger, and feeling unstoppable.

Physical Therapist and Strength Coach

Griffin Zink, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS is a personal trainer and performance specialist with a doctorate in physical therapy and extensive experience in orthopedic rehabilitation, sports performance, and return-to-sport training. With a background spanning NCAA athletics, outpatient sports medicine, wellness facilities, and orthopedic residency training, Griffin blends the science of rehab with the art of coaching to help clients move better, get stronger, and train with confidence.

A graduate of The Ohio State University’s Doctor of Physical Therapy program, Griffin went on to complete an Orthopedic Residency at the University of Indianapolis/Body One Physical Therapy, where they taught musculoskeletal labs, lectured on clinical diagnosis, and led a research project on psychological readiness in ACL return-to-sport. Their clinical experiences include work with high school, collegiate, and tactical athletes, as well as individuals recovering from orthopedic injuries, sport injuries, and complex medical procedures.

As a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) Griffin has coached athletes across baseball, golf, basketball, rowing, track & field, swimming, and more. They have also developed tactical strength programs for first responders and run personal training for a wellness center for all ages. Their training style emphasizes evidence-based programming, movement quality, and long-term durability.

Whether you’re rebuilding strength after injury, preparing for sport, or looking to improve fitness and performance, Griffin specializes in creating customized programs that meet clients exactly where they are—and guide them to where they want to be.

Running Specialist

Hi - I’m Kevin Ford, a running specialist and a competitive ultra distance runner. A former collegiate Track & Field/ Cross Country athlete myself, I bring experience on and off the track including coaching high school, collegiate, and recreational runners to your doorstep.

I have completed the Silver Rush 50 miler in Leadville, CO, have been ranked as the 53rd fastest male in the United States at the 50 mile distance. I also helped to found the Westerville Education Challenge Night of Hope - an event shining light on mental health awareness - where it its first year I ran 100 miles in under 20 hours.