Open Mat Social Hour

Join us today as Diana explores why we always seek novelty, how it intrudes our lives, & why it is actually slowing down your rehab or recovery process.

Included are a couple questions to hit home for a reality check on what matters.

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Join us today on a special episode with a very special guest, Bailey Brady.

Surgery is demonized often, which is honestly deserved. But what if there was a case where it was warranted? The small %? What should we do? This is Bailey's story. As much as she didn't want to, it was her right decision. In this episode, Bailey talks to us about how her low back pain got to the severity that it did, how it impacted her life, how she made the decision for surgery, how recovery has been, & where she is now. Bailey is a truly a light in the dark. 

This is her story.

Join us today as Diana & Kris explore pain - one of the most complex conversations we could have with our clients. Pain is multi-factorial & can change on a day to day basis. Diana & Kris talk how they communicate between different types of pain, how to tell if the pain is one to push through or to pull back from, & how to listen to the body to create longevity in jiu jitsu.

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Join us today as Diana explores why full body assessments are key to developing a good rehab plan for a client. Looking at just one joint is not enough. We need to get a big picture.

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Join us today on an episode where Diana & Kris answer some questions from our followers! 

We talk if it's possible to compete while still working through the rehab process (aka not 100% yet), some advice on if getting injured has got you unmotivated & not wanting to get to the gym, & the future of White Belt Wednesdays. Enjoy!

Join us today as Diana & Kris explore why coming back to jiu jitsu too soon after surgery is a really bad idea. We explore some statistics of re-injury (which are scary), whether or not steroids improve surgery recovery rates, & why relying on functional measures or tests is much more reliable than timelines on coming back to training. We only have one body, taking care of it can increase on longevity on the mats.

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Join us today as Diana explores the idea of principles vs. exercises, the downfall of endless "IG reel quick fix" libraries, actual principles we share at seminars, & the harsh truths that noone likes to hear but needs to hear (us included).

A passionate discussion that can make all the difference for your health.

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Join us today on a special episode with a very special guest, Matt Garrido.

We hear so often the story of avoiding MRIs & advising against our clients getting them. But what if they could actually be helpful? What if they could help create some clarity or even TRUST in the process? That's what happened to Matt & something we talk about in our conversation today. Working with Matt has opened my eyes to the possibility of adapting & flexibility based on what is truly best for the person in front of us. 

This is his story.

Join us today as Diana breaks down her current jiu jitsu training split, her current gym training split, how she manages volume & intensity herself on & off the mats, plus reasoning behind why this works for her. Finding what works for you is the most important part of sustainability, so we hope you can find some ideas to play with.

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Join us today as Diana explores some common lessons she's heard while chatting with clients during our exit/discharge meetings. Insight like this is priceless when applied properly, & we are so grateful to be able to have these conversations with our clients on the regular. We hope you can take away something valuable from today's episode.

Enjoy!