This book's purpose is to examine traits common to world class Judo athletes and apply a training program with the specific goal of achieving these components. It consists of over 100 international references from both medical and sport science publications as they specifically relate to world calibre Judo performance. The book also examines crucial issues impacting Judo athletes that they experience during both training and competition. Through this approach, a complete and thorough training program is presented complete with figures and pictures to assist Judo coaches and athletes in achieving world class performance.

Topics covered:

Time motion analysis of World and Olympic Judo competitions.
Physiological and strength profiles of world class Judo athletes.
Rapid weight loss, de-hydration and overtraining in Judo athletes.
Psychological factors in peak performance.
Strength and mental preperation training programs
Nutrition and dietary recommendations for weight loss.

ISBN 0-9688693-0-0