Mark Kovacs
Renowned Sports Science expert and founder of the Kovacs Institute. Trains elite athletes and provides insights on youth sports physical development, injury prevention, and performance optimization.
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Mar 21, 2022 • 39min
Dr. Mark Kovacs: Building your body for better performance
Dr. Mark Kovacs, former director of Sports Science and Strength and Conditioning at USTA, discusses topics like starting a fitness program, overtraining, hydration for tournaments, generating power on the serve, focusing on specific body parts, and the importance of hydration and conditioning for service speed.
Jul 19, 2025 • 53min
125. Dr. Mark Kovacs: What You Need To Know About Physical Development in Youth Sports
Join Dr. Mark Kovacs, a renowned sports science expert and founder of the Kovacs Institute, as he shares crucial insights on youth sports physical development. He discusses the risks of overtraining during growth spurts and the impacts of Vitamin D deficiency on athletes. The conversation highlights the critical need for regular bloodwork to optimize performance and addresses the differences in development between boys and girls. Additionally, Dr. Kovacs explores sport specialization and debates which sports require the highest level of athleticism. Tune in for essential advice on maximizing youth athletic potential!
