DR. KOVACS AS
​   YOUR TRUSTED EXPERT

Media and Press

Mark Kovacs, PhD, FACSM is a world leader and trusted advisor, speaker, innovator and thought leader in Wellness, Longevity, Sports, Health & Innovation. His more than 20 year career across diverse aspects of improving human health and performance provides a unique perspective that makes him a trusted resource. Find out more information about his background, story ideas, quotes and other information. 

WHY CHOOSE DR. MARK KOVACS FOR YOUR NEXT STORY OR INTERVIEW

  • Former Fortune 50 executive at PepsiCo
  • Executive at Gatorade and Director of the Gatorade Sport Science Institute
  • VP of Health & Performance at Canyon Ranch. Developed and implemented the most unique and encompassing program available on Longevity. Over 200 biomarkers and 8 diverse areas that influence longevity.
  • Executive leader in NBA with the Cleveland Cavaliers overseeing Sport Science & Health and working closely with the Cleveland Clinic
  • First consultant and advisor to the NCAA Sport Science Institute and working directly with the Chief Medical Officer of the NCAA
  • Developed the player pathway study and led Coaching Education and Sport Science for the United States Tennis Association. During his involvement with US Tennis he was an integral part of the team that showed a 4X improvement in Top players over a 15 year period. The greatest turn-around in the history of the USTA.
  • Performance Physiologist with more than 20 years of experience researching executives, athletes and individuals looking to improve performance and longevity.
  • PhD in Exercise Physiology
  • Fellow of the American College of Sports Medicine
  • Published over 100 peer-reviewed research articles, abstracts and book chapters.
  • Author of 6 books on human performance
  • Educated more than one million people in over 30 countries and on 5 continents
  • Trusted by Olympic champions, C-level execs, and elite performers worldwide
  • Head coach of professional tennis player Frances Tiafoe


Mark Kovacs Podcasts / Radio Interviews:
Podcast with Motivation and Muscle: http://motivationandmuscle.com/podcast/introducing/
Interview with Global Sportcoach about his career, diet education, training overload, performance expectations and recovery: http://www.globalsportcoach.com/dr-mark-kovacs-diet-education-training-overload-performance-expectations-and-recovery/
Interview with Ben Ingram on 93.7 FM
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Click below to view Mark's interview on 11 Alive regarding Life's Sport Science Institute.
http://www.11alive.com/video/default.aspx?bctid=4715400576001

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Mark's Bio

His background, education and expertise.
Story Angles

A partial list of the topics Mark can be interviewed for and turn into a great article or video.

Mark's Detailed Resume
Media Appearances

A partial list of where Mark has appeared/been interviewed.
Testimonials

Testimonials from colleagues/clients

Selected Articles / Clips

Mark Kovacs
Mark Kovacs at Convention
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Roger Federer looks the part: ESPN Magazine
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Quote from Pro Player John Isner's Blog regarding Mark as his trainer
Mark Kovacs Media Appearances

Appeared, Featured or Quoted In (truncated list):

  • New York Times
  • Play Magazine
  • Tennis Magazine
  • ESPN
  • Shape Magazine
  • Tennis Channel
  • Fit to Fit TV Show
  • United States Tennis Association Magazine
  • Florida Tennis Magazine
  • Personal Fitness Professional Magazine
  • The Psychologist
  • Jaycees Magazine
  • Addvantage Magazine
  • TennisPro Magazine
  • US Open Program
  • Monster Muscle Magazine
  • Gridiron Strategies

  • The Washington Post
  • Wall Street Journal
  • BBC
  • The Tennis Recruiting Network
  • Sports Illustrated Kids
  • Personal Trainer Network Magazine (Australia)
  • Tennis Recruiting Network
  • Scholarship For Athletes
  • JuniorTennis.com
  • SPHour.com
  • Fit-pro.com
  • The Best Personal Trainer’s Radio Show

Presented and Consulted For (truncated list):

  • NSCA – National Strength and Conditioning
  • Association
  • ACSM – American College of Sports Medicine
  • ISSN – International Society of Sports Nutrition
  • United States Track and Field
  • United States Tennis Association
  • Harvard University
  • IDEA Conference
  • Professional Tennis Registry
  • United States Professional Tennis Association
  • Intercollegiate Tennis Association
  • International Tennis Federation
  • COSAT – South American Tennis Confederation (El Salvador)
  • International Olympic Committee
  • United States Olympic Committee
  • International Fitness Professionals Association
  • United States Lacrosse
  • Tennessee Performance Excellence
  • International Convention on Civic Education

  • Gatorade / PepsiCo
    New York University
    Princeton University
    University of South Carolina
    WTA
    The Aspen Institute    St. Thomas University
  • Jacksonville State University
  • The University of Alabama
  • Auburn University
  • LTA – Lawn Tennis Association (England)
  • Alabama State Association for Health, Physical
  • Education, Recreation & Dance
  • FAST – Florida Acceleration and Speed Training
  • Sunstone Leadership
  • Strength Power Hour
  • New York Times
  • SouthCity GP Services (Australia)
  • Giles County, Tennessee
  • Kentucky Teaching and Learning
  • Australian Track & Field Coaches Association (Australia)
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