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Len Kravitz

Albuquerque, NM
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About Me

Len Kravitz, PhD, is the program coordinator of exercise science and a researcher at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque, where he recently won the Outstanding Teacher of the Year award. Len was also honored as the 2006 Fitness Educator of the Year by the American Council on Exercise.
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6416 Canterbury NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111, US
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Len Kravitz's Articles

HIIT vs. Continuous Endurance Training: Battle of the Aerobic Titans

By Micah Zuhl, MS, Len Kravitz, PhD
Before we can compare HIIT and continuous endurance training, it’s important to review how the body’s cardiovascular system adapts to an aerobic workout. During ae...

Sleep Deprivation: Cognitive Function and Health Consequences

By Len Kravitz, PhD
Issues such as the poor economy and smaller work forces are leading more people to work longer hours. Many exercise professionals train clients who work in the fields of healt...

Resistance Training Improves Mental Health

By Amenda Ramirez, Len Kravitz, PhD
O’Connor, P.J., Herring, M.P., & Caravalho, A. 2010. Mental health benefits of strength training in adults. American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine, 4 (5), 37...

Muscle Hypertrophy

By Aaron Bubbico, Len Kravitz, PhD
Muscle hypertrophy, or muscle cell enlargement, is a topic of great debate and interest in all fields of health, fitness and sports. How the body responds to muscular overload...
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Len Kravitz's Products Available in the IDEA Store
The Practical Guide to Weight Management, 2nd Edition (Book)
by Kristine Clark, PhD, RD, Len Kravitz, PhD, Jenna Bell-Wilson, PhD, RD, LD
Price: $29.95
Member Price: $19.95 (Save $10.00)
The Professional’s Guide to Diet, Nutrition and Healthy Eating (Book)
by Kristine Clark, PhD, RD, Milton Stokes, RD, Len Kravitz, PhD
Price: $29.95
Member Price: $19.95 (Save $10.00)
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Len Kravitz's Upcoming Sessions

148: High-Intensity Interval Training Versus Continuous Cardio Training—Battle of the Aerobic Titans

Presented By Len Kravitz, PhD
2012 IDEA Personal Trainer Institute™
In this premier presentation, we will delve into the cardiovascular, muscular and metabolic adaptations of high–intensity interval training and continuous endurance exer...

168: Exercise Design for Clients With Diabetes

Presented By Len Kravitz, PhD
2012 IDEA Personal Trainer Institute™
The number of people with prediabetes and diabetes is soaring throughout the world. We now know that resistance training and cardiovascular training can turn back the clock. D...
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