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About the Author: Gerald Lafon

According to his blog BetterJudo.com: Gerald Lafon, was born in New York City in 1951. His father, Pierre, was a judoplayer. Gerald started his training in 1965 under Jacques Bardel, 2nd dan. In 1972, he continued his Judo training under Benso Tsuji, 6th dan and became the head instructor of San Diego City College Judo Club, a newly formed student club. Promoted to black belt in 1974, he became the first certified coach (USJF) in the San Diego area.

Contact info: He can be reached in San Diego, California at glafon@judoamerica.com or (858) 578-7748.

About the eBook:

Gerald speaks about what it really takes to be a champion, in sports or any other field, whether the Judoka decides it himself or his coach sees that potential in him, the requirements still the same!

The sacrifices: “If you’re not willing to sacrifice something for your GOAL, your GOAL will become the sacrifice!”

Also, what to expect to find:

Goal Setting and Planning.

Student of the Game.

Becoming an Athlete.

Technical development.

Psychological development.

Physiological development.

Your Support Staff.

– Judo coach.

– Training environment/partners.

– Sports psychologist.

– Strength and conditioning coach.

– Medical staff.

– Nutritionist.

– Fundraisers.

– Public relations.

Conclusion

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