How it all began
In 2007, Melvin Laguren wanted to drop some weight before his wedding day. With the help of his brother, Randy (a certified personal trainer), he started Arsenal 17 Fitness Training in Benicia, CA. In order to accomplish his goals, he took the one activity he enjoyed the most, judo, and used it as his guideline for getting back into shape. He dropped 30 pounds for the wedding.
Seeing the success of his weight loss, he wanted to pursue the ultimate goal of getting back into shape. Using tournaments as markers to achieve his goals, not only did he manage to lose weight, but he somehow managed to earn trophies and medals along the way.
Seeing the success of his weight loss, he wanted to pursue the ultimate goal of getting back into shape. Using tournaments as markers to achieve his goals, not only did he manage to lose weight, but he somehow managed to earn trophies and medals along the way.