Beyond the Kill

It's the time of year when those chronic or repetitive injuries and problem areas of the body that have stacked up over the season should be addressed. In this episode, Wardo discusses some new research about blood flow restriction as a potential a fix for chronic injuries such as ankle instability. @drmattwarddc ————————— Use code QUICKANDDIRTY to get 25% off at www.wildernessathlete.com Use Code...

On this episode, Adam is joined by Kendall Card from Crispi USA to discuss the dark arts of how boots are made to be waterproof through various technologies and manufacturing techniques, how and why your boots might lose their waterproof capabilities, and what to do if you think you have a boot that's not living up to its waterproof promise. @crispihunting --------------------------- DEALS & OFFER...

Wardo builds on the last two podcasts regarding the low-back but now gives you some tools to figure out if your hamstrings are actually tight and part of the problem. Spoiler alert they probably aren't. @drmattwarddc ————————— Use code QUICKANDDIRTY to get 25% off at www.wildernessathlete.com Use Code BTKSHIP to get free shipping on the ultra-lightweight Javelin Bipod or, any other Spartan Precisi...

Carrying on from last week's episode focused on pesky low-back pain, Wardo covers how your hips relate to low-back problems, as well as other commonly sore/injured body parts. Do you need to stretch more or get stronger? Wardo answers this question by explaining why you need to understand the difference between a mobility issue and a stability issue. As a simple primer: Mobility Issue = Stretch, r...

On this episode, Adam welcomes John Barklow back to the show to talk about the principles of staying warm, dry, and focused while enduring long sits in cold weather. Although this episode focuses predominantly on whitetail hunting, the principles covered apply to any form of hunting where cold temperatures and long periods of inactivity -- be that in the stand or glassing – are the norm. For more...

Wardo chats about his clinical and personal experience with low back pain and how to start addressing this pesky and common issue. If your low back pinches as you lean back or hurts/pulls when you bend forward give this a listen. @drmattwarddc ————————— Use code QUICKANDDIRTY to get 25% off at www.wildernessathlete.com Use Code BTKSHIP to get free shipping on the ultra-lightweight Javelin Bipod or...

On this episode, Adam welcomes Nolan back to the show to discuss his 2022 guiding season, tips for people looking to get into the guiding industry, and some real-world, hard-use gear highlights and lowlights from the 2022 season. --------------------------- DEALS & OFFERS: Try FATMAP, our go-to mapping software, FREE for 60-days with this voucher . Get 15% OFF at Black Rifle Coffee Company or Blac...

In a departure from his very practical health and performance related material, Wardo touches on the importance of perspective as his hunting season winds down.     @drmattwarddc ————————— Use code QUICKANDDIRTY to get 25% off at www.wildernessathlete.com Try FATMAP, our go-to mapping software, FREE for 60-days with this voucher .

On this episode, Adam is joined yet again by Tanner from Frontiersmen Gear to discuss his exciting new film project and hear the story from his recent Mountain Caribou hunt in a highly coveted limited-entry unit in Northern BC. @frontiersmengear --------------------------- DEALS & OFFERS: Try FATMAP, our go-to mapping software, FREE for 60-days with this voucher . Get 15% OFF at Black Rifle Coffee...

Wardo covers his go to exercises when time is short and you're trying to balance work, hunting as much as possible, and the demands of family and day-to-day life. @drmattwarddc ————————— Use code QUICKANDDIRTY to get 25% off at www.wildernessathlete.com Try FATMAP, our go-to mapping software, FREE for 60-days with this voucher .

On this episode, Adam, Big T, and newcomer "Karaoke Chris" share some laughs, stories, and insights from their elk hunts this past September. @frontiersmengear @hartingrrrc --------------------------- DEALS & OFFERS: Try FATMAP, our go-to mapping software, FREE for 60-days with this voucher . Get 15% OFF at Black Rifle Coffee Company or Black Rifle Coffee Company Canada when you use code JOURNAL....

Wardo has seen a trend with his clinical patients coming in with foot, calf and knee injuries pertaining to the footwear they feel they're "supposed" to wear. Are barefoot or minimalist shoes right for you? Tune in to hear Wardo's thoughts on how to think about transitioning to minimalist shoes for running and training. @drmattwarddc ————————— Use code QUICKANDDIRTY to get 25% off at www.wildernes...

On this episode, Adam hosts the one and only Mr. G, founder of Spartan Precision Equipment , to discuss his company's approach to design and engineering and why this differentiates Spartan Precision from so many marketing driven companies that don't put the product and end-user at the top of their priority list. Other topics include mountaineering, living a life worth living, worldwide hunts and a...

Wardo gives a few tips and tricks to mobilize your t-spine (aka your midback) and hips throughout the hunting season. Although it's normal at this point in the season for hunting to eat into your gym/training time, if you keep your t-spine and hips mobile using these tips, your knees, low-back, shoulders, and neck will weather the rest of the season much better and you'll be setup for success once...

On this episode, Adam visits with Mike Schoby, COO of Field Ethos , to hear the story behind Field Ethos, and discuss worldwide adventures, trophy hunting, tribalism and labelling within the hunting community, the value of breadth of experience versus depth of experience, and much more. @fieldethosjournal --------------------------- DEALS & OFFERS: Try FATMAP, our go-to mapping software, FREE for...

Wardo shares his thoughts on how anti-rotational strength and capacity is crucial for stronger, pain-free shoulders, but also how this often overlooked aspect to your training program makes you stronger, fitter, and more powerful no matter what activities you participate in outside of hunting. @drmattwarddc ————————— Use code QUICKANDDIRTY to get 25% off at www.wildernessathlete.com Try FATMAP, ou...

On this episode, Adam visits with Landon Michaels from Gunwerks to talk about the past, present, and future of the company with special attention paid to the current paradigm shift within the organization. It should be no surprise to anyone that's familiar with Gunwerks but, there's some exciting stuff on the horizon. Landon and Adam also dig into current trends in long-range and precision shootin...

Wardo dives into some easy and effective tips for keeping your feet and lower extremities (aka lower legs) ready for those heavy pack outs during hunting season. Even if you don't experience any foot, ankle, or lower leg issues, these tips will help your knees, hips and back as well. @drmattwarddc ————————— Use code QUICKANDDIRTY to get 25% off at www.wildernessathlete.com Try FATMAP, our go-to ma...

On this episode, Adam visits with Tanner Dannish of Frontiersmen Gear to talk elk hunting and the strategies and tactics he's used for consistent success over the years. This episode is a repost from last fall but, after our recent elk hunting success utilizing Tanner's approach and tactics in the very circumstances he describes in this podcast, we felt it was a great episode to share again in the...

Wardo covers the basic science of hydration and why electrolytes matter and then provides some tips on how to hydrate in the field so you can hunt hard day in and day out, regardless of the temperature and conditions. @drmattwarddc ————————— Use code QUICKANDDIRTY to get 25% off at www.wildernessathlete.com Try FATMAP, our go-to mapping software, FREE for 60-days with this voucher .

On this episode, Adam and Wardo recount the story of their August 2022 Stone's sheep hunt in Northern BC. --------------------------- DEALS & OFFERS: Try FATMAP, our go-to mapping software, FREE for 60-days with this voucher . Get 15% OFF at Black Rifle Coffee Company or Black Rifle Coffee Company Canada when you use code JOURNAL. Use code QUICKANDDIRTY to get 25% off at www.wildernessathlete.com...

If you've ever had someone tell you that you pronate and that's why your knees hurt you need to listen to this podcast. Wardo shares some tips and tricks that will help your feet, ankles, and knees, and save you money by avoiding expensive insoles you may not even need. @drmattwarddc ————————— Use code QUICKANDDIRTY to get 25% off at www.wildernessathlete.com Try FATMAP, our go-to mapping software...

On this episode, Adam is joined by Chris Roe of Roe Hunting Resources (RHR) to discuss elk behavior, elk calling, scouting and hunting strategies, and hunting tough country. If you've got an elk hunt planned for this fall, you will not want to miss this episode. www.roehuntingresources.com --------------------------- DEALS & OFFERS: Try FATMAP, our go-to mapping software, FREE for 60-days with thi...

Wardo's knee pain from the sheep hunt is almost gone but you can't just do rehab forever or you're actually going to lose some of the fitness you gained in the pre-season. If you've ever been unsure of your next steps after fixing an injury, tune in to hear how Wardo plans to keep his knees healthy over the rest of the season now that his knee pain is under control. @drmattwarddc ————————— Use cod...

On this episode, Adam hosts Jake Muise, arguably one of the world's foremost experts on Axis deer and their impact on the Hawaiian Islands, as well as the founder of Maui Nui Venison . Over the course of the show Jake shares his journey to create a company that prioritizes "Balance Over Business", the history of how Axis deer were introduced to many of the Hawaiian Islands, and how Maui Nui's trul...