Ivaylo Lazarov

Ivaylo Lazarov is an Associate Professor at the Vasil Levski National Sports Academy within the Faculty of Pedagogy, Department of Athletics. He holds a PhD in anthropology of middle-distance runners and has been active in both academic and athletic roles since 2001. His work spans pedagogy, coaching, and research in athletics.

• Education: Bachelor's and Master's degrees from Vasil Levski National Sports Academy in 'Sport for High Achievements'
• Pedagogical Activity: Teaches courses on running techniques, training control, athletics in education, and kinesitherapy
• Research Focus: Functional diagnostics, sports training control, youth athletics, and conditioning methods
• Publications: Authored 36 scientific works including two monographs (2019) on sports training management and adolescent athlete challenges
• Coaching Achievements: Produced national champions and Balkan Championship prizewinners in sprint, hurdles, and jumping disciplines