New Free Book Judo Strong Enhances Your Athletic Edge! Not Knowing These TRAINING SECRETS Will Stunt Your Judo Performance—Master Them to TRANSFORM Your Game!

You’ll Learn:

  • Achieve Peak Judo Performance: Master actionable strategies from an Olympian to optimize strength, conditioning, and balance for better throws, control, and endurance.
  • Prevent Injuries with Precision: Unlock the methods to protect your shoulders, knees, and grip while staying competition-ready throughout the year.
  • Transform Strength into Power: Follow Dr. Ferguson’s expertly crafted programs to convert raw strength into explosive throws and agile movements on the mat.

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When it comes to mastering judo, let your strength and conditioning be as sharp as your technique!

"Judo Strong" is a comprehensive guide to strength and conditioning for judoka, written by Dr. Rhadi Ferguson, a former Olympian and expert in strength and conditioning. The book covers various aspects of training, including balancing technique and strength training, injury prevention, avoiding overtraining, and developing grip strength and power. Specific training programs are provided, focusing on periodization and adaptation for different training phases (hypertrophy, strength, power, and power endurance). Finally, the book emphasizes the importance of recovery and mental preparedness for optimal judo performance.

In Judo Strong, Dr. Ferguson combines decades of experience as an elite athlete, coach, and educator to provide practical insights that judoka of all levels can use to elevate their game. Whether you're training for your first competition or seeking the edge to dominate at the international level, this book is your roadmap to unparalleled strength, endurance, and resilience.

What sets "Judo Strong" apart is its holistic approach to training. Dr. Ferguson not only shares the physical routines that build champions but also delves into the mindset and discipline needed to thrive as a judoka. From managing weight effectively without compromising strength, to developing a mental edge in competition, this book is your complete guide to becoming a resilient, adaptable, and unstoppable athlete.

Backed by cutting-edge sports science and real-world experience, "Judo Strong" bridges the gap between gym workouts and on-the-mat performance. Whether it's building explosive power for throws, developing grip strength to dominate your opponent, or understanding the role of periodization for peak performance, this book ensures every drop of effort you put into training translates into results on the tatami.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Strength & Conditioning for Judoka

1. What is the central theme of Judo Strong ?

Judo Strong emphasizes the critical role of strength and conditioning in judo performance. It bridges the gap between the gym and the tatami, explaining how targeted strength training translates to better throws, enhanced grip, increased stamina, and injury prevention.

The book guides readers on how to integrate strength work into their judo training to maximize their potential on the mat.

2. Who is the author of Judo Strong?

Judo Strong is authored by Dr. Rhadi Ferguson. He's a former Olympian in judo and an accomplished strength and conditioning coach, having trained Olympians in judo, weightlifting, and track and field.

He's also an academic who has taught exercise science at the university level and an editorial reviewer for the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research. His unique blend of athletic, coaching, and academic experience makes Judo Strong a well-rounded resource for judoka.

3.  What topics are covered in Judo Strong ?

Judo Strong covers a wide range of topics essential for judoka, from basic principles to advanced strategies.

       The book includes chapters on:
          • Balancing technique and strength training
          • Injury prevention
          • Avoiding overtraining and burnout
          • Developing grip strength and endurance
          • Periodization and adaptation for strength
          • Weight management strategies
          • Recovery techniques
          • Flexibility and mobility in strength training
          • Power development for explosive throws
          • Managing mental fatigue during training

4. Does Judo Strong provide specific workout programs?

Yes, Judo Strong includes six detailed strength training programs in the appendix. These programs cover hypertrophy, strength, power, and power endurance, offering options for judoka at different levels and with varying goals.

The author emphasizes that these are templates, and judoka should adapt them based on individual needs and training phases.

5. Who is the intended audience for Judo Strong ?

Judo Strong is a resource for judoka of all levels. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced competitor, the book provides valuable insights to help you improve your performance on the mat.

Coaches can also benefit from the information presented in Judo Strong.

6. What is the overall message of Judo Strong?

Judo Strong encourages judoka to take a holistic approach to their training, understanding that physical strength is just one piece of the puzzle. It highlights the importance of consistency, intent, and balance in training, recovery, and mental preparation. The book encourages judoka to embrace the challenges of the sport and to strive for continuous improvement.

Meet Dr. Rhadi Ferguson

Dr. Rhadi Ferguson is a 2004 Olympian, an author, speaker, former mixed martial arts professional fighter and an award winning judo coach. He is professionally called “The Intellectual Warrior” due to his academic approach as a strategist and tactician. He further staples down this moniker by having served as an Adjunct Professor in the sports science departments of the University of Central Florida and the University of Tampa. Dr. Ferguson also served as the Associate Editor of the Journal of Asian Martial Arts and currently serves as an editorial reviewer for the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research.

Dr. Ferguson has been featured on major networks such as Yahoo!, NBC, ESPN and in print media such as UFC Fit Magazine, Ultimate Grappling Magazine, Washington Post and he is a writer for the professional blog ProMMANow.com which is syndicated by the USA Today. Dr. Ferguson has also been published in peer reviewed journals and his motivational speaking and coaching advice can be easily found on his internet show “Coffee With Rhadi” which is a spinoff from his book “Coffee with Rhadi: Herculean Conversations with an Olympian (and some other things that you think about from time to time...)”

In 2013 Dr. Ferguson was selected as 1 of the top 100 Mixed Martial Arts trainers in the world by UFC Fit Magazine. In 2006 he was awarded the USA Judo Coach of the Year Award and that same year he was nominated for the top sports science award issued by the United States Olympic Committee (USOC), the Doc Counsilman Award. Dr. Ferguson also served as the Athlete Advisory Council representative in for USA Judo and the USOC.

Dr. Ferguson has also served as the Head Coach for the Bahamas Judo Federation where he has coached at the World Judo Championships (2009), the Junior World Championships (2018) and the Cadet World Championships (2009) and had the privilege of developing the first Olympian in the sport of Judo in the Bahamas during his time as Head Coach.

Professionally, Dr. Ferguson holds a 6th degree black belt in Judo. He also holds a 4th Degree black belt in Brazilian Jiujitsu which is a background that very few martial artists can proclaim. Dr. Ferguson also holds a doctorate and masters degree in area of education and currently runs, teaches and operates his own dojo in Tampa, Florida, where he coaches, teaches and mentors practitioners at the grassroots level of the art and sport who have been successful on the state and national levels.

Personally, Dr. Ferguson is a “judo parent” of two lovely children and while he coaches them, he still understands and goes through the hardships of being a “judo parent.” Both of his children have been ranked nationally as well as held the #1 ranking spot in the United States in the respective weight classes.

At the end of the day, Dr. Ferguson likes to say that he is “…just a coach and a mentor – nothing more, nothing less.” But the truth is, he is a highly sought out and recognized High Performance Enhancement Specialist centered in education, business and sport. Utilizing his proven background as an Olympian and lecturing motivator to course correct systems, create, modify and engineer curriculum initiatives and construct strategic framework toward improving performance and elevating desired outcomes.

Dr. Ferguson resides in Tampa, Florida and is the proud father two children, Rufus (18) and daughter Rhadi Isabelle (14). Both of whom are former Junior National Judo Champions.  

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