Resistance Training Extravaganza with Len Kravitz & Zack Mang

Resistance Training Extravaganza with Len Kravitz & Zack Mang

Author: IDEA Health and Fitness Association February 17, 2022 Duration: 58:23

On today’s episode, the IDEAfit Pro Show geeks out on research-based strength training methodologies and hypertrophy with the legendary Dr. Len Kravitz and Dr. Zachary Mang. These educators will give listeners a sneak peek into the most comprehensive package ever done in IDEA Fitness Journal on these subjects. It’s edgy, 100% research driven and has super practical implications for your programming and your clients.

Dr. Len Kravitz is a professor and program coordinator of exercise science at the University of New Mexico where he received the Presidential Award of Distinction, and the Outstanding Teacher of the Year award. He was recently awarded the canfitpro international presenter of the year, in addition to his many other accolades. 

Dr. Zack Mang is a postdoctoral research associate for the wellness program at the Los Alamos National Lab where he specializes in strength and conditioning for structural firefighters. His research interests include resistance training for hypertrophy, oxidative adaptations to resistance training and using resistance training as a frontline defense to prevent chronic disease. 

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Connect with Zack Mang, PhD

  • Email: zmang@unm.edu 

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