Jens Bangsbo
Preventive Cardiology
University of Copenhagen
About
Jens Bangsbo works in Preventive Cardiology affiliated with University of Copenhagen.
Jens Bangsbo is a Professor in the Department of Nutrition, Exercise and Sports at the University of Copenhagen. He conducts research on exercise physiology, including cardiac adaptations and cardiovascular responses to training. He has developed tests like the Yo-Yo Intermittent Recovery Test used in sports.
Research focus
Cardiac adaptations to high-intensity trainingCardiovascular risk factors in exerciseExercise effects on cardiac functionPhysiological responses in sports performanceMuscle metabolism during intense exercise
Impact
547 pubs · 36,373 cites · h-index 98
Training
Dr. Sci.
University of Copenhagen
1994
Master in Mathematics and Physical Education
University of Copenhagen
1988
Affiliations
Work Experience
Professor
University of Copenhagen · 2003 - Present
Assistant Coach (Sabbatical)
Juventus Football Club · 2001 - 2004
Associate Professor
August Krogh Institute, University of Copenhagen · 1996 - 2001
Assistant Professor
August Krogh Institute, University of Copenhagen · 1991 - 1995