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Jennifer Klein

Jennifer Klein, physical therapist, graduated from the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas with her Bachelor's of Physical Therapy in 1987. She has practiced as a physical therapist in Houston for the past 20 years. Jennifer's professional, clinical focus has be-en in cardiac rehab and orthopedics. Jennifer has worked for several physician groups as well as large corporations.

She is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association, American College of Sports Medicine, and Houston Racing Triathlon Club. She has an extensive history as a gymnast and as a gymnastics coach and currently enjoys running and doing triathlons! She is a Certified Pilates instructor and a Certified Strength and Conditioning coach. Currently she works as physical therapist at Harper Wellness and Rehab Center, a chiropractic and physical therapy clinic, owned by Dr. Dana Harper, chiropractor for the Astros and Texans.

Sandy Wood

Sandy Wood, graduated from Auburn University in Auburn, Alabama with her Bachelor’s of Biomedical Sciences in 2004. While attending Auburn, she served as team captain of the college soccer team and achieved All-American status. She is currently a Nursing student at Houston Baptist University and will graduate in 2008. She is an active member of Nurses Association and is a Certified CPR instructor.

She works in physical therapy with Jennifer at Harper Wellness and Rehab Center. She enjoys running and weight lifting activities.

Kristi Shotwell

Kristi Shotwell is currently a senior at Rice University working on her Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology with a focus in Sports Medicine. She will graduate in 2008 and will continue on to physical therapy school. She has a strong background in human and exercise physiology.

While attending high school, Kristi was a member of the volleyball, basketball, softball, and track teams. Kristi currently works in physical therapy with Jennifer and Sandy at Harper Wellness and Rehab Center. She enjoys running, cycling, pilates, and weight lifting activities.

Doug Kelley

Doug Kelley graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Biology from Baylor University in 2005. There, he played ice hockey and served as the captain of the club team. He has also completed graduate work at Texas ATM in the field of exercise and sports physiology. His primary interests are in athletic strength and conditioning along with sports rehab. He enjoys running and weightlifting activities, along with numerous other recreational sports.

Paul Robbins

Paul Robbins, Metabolic Specialist, developed the IMETT metabolic testing equipment in conjuction with a team of Brazilian specialists. VO2 Max Houston utilizes IMETT to test and create personalized cardio periodization programs. Paul graduated from Cortland State, New York with a Physical Education degree with an Exercise Science emphasis. He is a Metabolic Specialist at Athletes' Performance in Tempe, Arizona serving over 2000 professional athletes, as well as a serving as a continuing education provider, presenter, and publisher.

VO2 Max Houston is a proud sponsor of HTRC, Houston Triathlon Racing Club, supporting over 500 members at all levels, and GCCA, Gulf Coast Cycling Association, one of the premier bicycle racing teams in Texas.