Open Mat Social Hour

Join us today on a solo episode where Diana chats about flare ups, why they are actually really important to our rehab process, what lessons we can learn from them, & how to use flare ups as a tool for longevity on the mats. 

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Join us today on a solo episode where Diana chats about some key differences between overtraining and under-recovering, how they show up in our lives, & some strategies on how to combat them. 

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Join us today on an episode where Diana & Kris answer some questions from our followers! We talk about our what to do to "speed" up progress when we're impatient, our fears of jiu jitsu getting watered down, & whether or not pineapple belongs on pizza (LOL). Enjoy.

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Join us today on a special episode with a very special guest, Brad Edmonson. Brad is the owner of MisFits Jiu Jitsu in Illinois & a huge advocate for mental health & safety in jiu jitsu gyms. Having gone through many scary injuries during his journey to black belt, Brad shares his reflections & how he has taken it into his own hands to create a safe environment for his students to train in. He also shares his mental health struggles, how he has combatted that & some advice on those struggling with chronic pain. 

This is his story.

Join us today on an episode where Diana & Kris discuss what we do as physios & coaches outside of the obvious. A bit of a quick brain dump! Enjoy.

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Join us today on an episode where Diana & Kris answer some questions from our followers! We talk about our thoughts on the narrative behind braces/sleeves for training & what it should be, ADCC/CJI weekend, & finish with what we're currently working on in training. Enjoy.

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Join us today on an episode where Diana & Kris discuss examples & actual strategies on training smarter for longevity. Taking care of yourself takes care of your training partners, & keep both of you safe & health on the mats for a long time. Enjoy.

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Join us today on a solo episode where Diana chats about some things to think about & be weary of when getting back to the mats. She gives some examples, as well as, strategies to make sure your return is smooth & successful!

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Join us today on a very special episode with a very special guest, Chris Cappeto. Chris started jiu jitsu at age 51 & has experienced a myriad of injuries, struggles & achievements since he started training. Today he shares with us his philosophy & thought processes behind longevity for older grapplers. He shares how he takes care of himself on & off the mats, as well as, tips for other grapplers in the Master's category struggling with chronic issues. Hope you enjoy!!

This is his story.

Join us today on an episode where Diana & Kris discuss what it means to be strong, strong enough & how it applies to jiu jitsu. The nuances & context matter. Enjoy.

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