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Amit Gajria
World Squash Federation Certified Coach
Mumbai, India.

I am a Certified Squash Coach and run my own Sports Academy in Mumbai, India. An ardent sports lover and fitness enthusiast, my love for squash has driven me towards coaching. I currently teach squash to around 20 squash players ranging between 7 and 63 years old. Since childhood, I also had a knack for asking questions. In sports the common question is always "How do I get better?" This quest has intrigued me to dive deeper in the aspects of the right mindset required in sports/fitness training. On my blog, you will find articles on the subject of small mindset shifts that go a long way in your sports and fitness journey. These are lessons I have learnt through my years of coaching young students in squash, my own journey in bettering my sport and competing professionally, as well as all the knowledge that I have gathered on this very fascinating subject through professional courses, books and self study. My hope is that, through my blog, you can take back something of value for your own fitness journey!




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