Glenda Miranda

Miranda was born in Babahoyo and began practicing judo at the age of seven. She lives and trains in Guayaquil, the largest city in Ecuador.

Her favorite food is fish.

She is a close friend of fellow Ecuadorian judoka and Olympian Carmen Chalá, whom she has cited as a sporting influence.^[1]

Miranda used to compete for many years in extra half-lightweight category where she gained participation at 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing for very good results from continental championships. In Beijing she fought two matches and lost both of them^[2] but it had to be great experience for her.

After Olympic games she moved to half-lightweight category where is still waiting for a good result and some winning lead.