Grappling With

Grappling With Podcast

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Welcome to the Grappling With Podcast. Dr. Chris Hardy and Bill & Olivia Walker will take a deep dive into topics covering Wellness and Prevention, Performance, Recovery, and Injury Management. Our mission is to provide the latest science-based information to help you get the most out of your grappling journey, both on and off the mats, and help you overcome any challenges you may be grappling with…Dr. Hardy is a licensed physician and BJJ practitioner, but the contents of the podcast are meant for educational purposes only, and should not be taken as medical advice. Please seek out personaliz...

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Mar 28, 2025

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Episodes

The Mount Rushmore of Annoying Things in Jiu-Jitsu 09.08.2024

 All of the most annoying things about bjj. My personal favorites, and I realize I do almost all of them.  Hey, if you have any questions for Dr. Chris or Bill and Olivia. Just email GrapplingWithPodcast@gmail.com or message the social media pages. Check us out on our social and YouTube where we have full episodes.   Instagram: @GrapplingWithPodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/GrapplingWithPodcast ...

TRT - Testosterone Therapy - Dr Carrie & Dr. Chris 10.07.2024

Dr. Carrie joins us to educate everyone on TRT and hormone therapy. Carrie Hardy owns her own practice and is a licensed ND, her husband Dr. Chris Hardy also is a licensed Physician, but not an ND.  This creates an awesome dynamic where they can practice integrative medicine.  intro 0:00  What Multivitamin to take 5:42  Dr. Carrie Intro 16:00  Can you get Cancer or Heart Disease from TRT 19:20  Ho...

Can TRT Levels Drastically Fluctuate? How To Tape Your Fingers! 03.07.2024

 This week we have a Solo episode from Chris, here he shows how to properly tape your fingers for longevity, but does it work? Some people swear by it, some people think its pointless and have never taped their fingers. What do you think? Also an interesting TRT question about fluctuating levels.  Hey, if you have any questions for Dr. Chris or Bill and Olivia. Just email GrapplingWithPodcast@gmai...

Response to the Josh Saunders Army of Hate - BIG CHANGES With Peptide Regulations 26.06.2024

 On this episode we talk about if training with your spouse is a good idea, also tips to help get them in the gym! Also Bill addresses the fire storm of Josh Saunders lovers and gives in to the pressure. Lastly we talk about the video below that talks about peptide treatment for injuries. Peptide video from  @TheArtofSkill Youtube page https://youtu.be/-31A-5SBX8M?si=pP40ZBnxwV6NCG9K  intro 0:00 ...

3rd Degree Black Belt Andrea's Husband Joins Us 19.06.2024

This episode hits all the DEI marks, we have on a Hawaiian, with a great set of teeth that is often mistaken for a gay woman. None other than Professor Andrea's Husband. This is a comedy podcast, so don't take Bill or what we say seriously. Bill is a neurodivergent grown man that can barely make mac'n'cheese.  Intro 0:00  Start of Bryan's BJJ Journey 4:00  Favorite promoti...

Is Online Coaching a Scam? CJI vs ADCC Updates - Mikey Musumeci Going Full Ray Finkle 12.06.2024

Solo episode with Bill, and he is talking about all the gossip going on in the Jiu-Jitsu world. Also, what is new with the Craig Jones Invitational vs ADCC saga. Hey, if you have any questions for  Dr. Chris or Bill and Olivia. Just email GrapplingWithPodcast@gmail.com or message the social media pages.  Check us out on our social and YouTube where we have full episodes.  Instagram: @GrapplingWith...

Is CJI Good For Jiu-Jitsu or Are The Fans Getting Hosed? 05.06.2024

 This episode we have our training partner and Black Belt, Bootsy on to talk about the Craig Jones Invitational, ADCC and what we know about it and what our thoughts are.  Hey, if you have any questions for  Dr. Chris or Bill and Olivia. Just email GrapplingWithPodcast@gmail.com or message the social media pages.  Check us out on our social and YouTube where we have full episodes.  Instagram: @Gra...

Purple Belt Diary | Bill Tries To Get Canceled & Sam Talks his 19 Year BJJ Journey 22.05.2024

Hey, if you have any questions for Dr. Chris or Bill and Olivia. Just email GrapplingWithPodcast@gmail.com or message the social media pages. Check us out on our social and YouTube where we have full episodes.  Instagram: @GrapplingWithPodcast  Facebook: www.facebook.com/GrapplingWithPodcast  YouTube: /grapplingwithpodcast  Dr. Hardy is a licensed physician and BJJ practitioner, but the contents o...

Mistakes to avoid at every belt, what did we do wrong? 16.05.2024

Bill and Chris talk about what common mistakes they see people make at each belt, also throwing in what they did wrong at times. Hey, if you have any questions for Dr. Chris or Bill and Olivia. Just email GrapplingWithPodcast@gmail.com or message the social media pages. Check us out on our social and YouTube where we have full episodes.  Instagram: @GrapplingWithPodcast  Facebook: www.facebook.com...

Is Judo a waste of time for BJJ People?? 08.05.2024

 Bill is solo today talking about his experience with training judo in addition to his BJJ training. The Pros and Cons of cross training in a different sport that is like our BJJ Cousin.  Hey, if you have any questions for Dr. Chris or Bill and Olivia. Just email GrapplingWithPodcast@gmail.com or message the social media pages. Check us out on our social and YouTube where we have full episodes.  I...

Why Are Wrist Locks Cheating? Is This Workout Plan For You? 01.05.2024

 Bill starts this one off a little squirly. So please excuse his retardation. After Bill gets his insults out, we talk about moves that are looked down upon as the dark arts, or subs that people hate to get hit with and start to feel some kind of way. Then we talk about a popular video from Josh Settlage on strength training for grapplers, and we finish up with Chris wearing Jnco Jeans. intro 0:00...

3 BJJ Black Belts Talk Tournament Mindset, Pre, Post, and Dealing with a Loss 23.04.2024

Today Chris, Olivia, and BIll have their coach on, Andrew Solhiem. A 4th degree black belt in BJJ a former all state Everett High Karate Champion and a full blown ginger. We talk about tournament mindset when it comes to prep, losses, wins, post evaluations and more.  We also talk about rib injuries and some virus care. Hey, if you have any questions for Dr. Chris or Bill and Olivia. Just email Gr...

NEW AUDIO!! How can I get better at Jiu-Jitsu with only White and Blue Belt Training Partners 18.04.2024

 Hey, if you have any questions for Dr. Chris or Bill and Olivia. Just email GrapplingWithPodcast@gmail.com or message the social media pages. Check us out on our social and YouTube where we have full episodes.  Instagram: @GrapplingWithPodcast  Facebook: www.facebook.com/GrapplingWithPodcast  YouTube: /grapplingwithpodcast  Dr. Hardy is a licensed physician and BJJ practitioner, but the contents...

Does your coach suck if you beat him? Did you cry watching Rudy? 10.04.2024

 Timestamps coming soon!  Hey, if you have any questions for Dr. Chris or Bill and Olivia. Just email GrapplingWithPodcast@gmail.com or message the social media pages. Check us out on our social and YouTube where we have full episodes.  Instagram: @GrapplingWithPodcast  Facebook: www.facebook.com/GrapplingWithPodcast  YouTube: /grapplingwithpodcast  Dr. Hardy is a licensed physician and BJJ practi...

When Do You Pull Out of A Tourney? Listener Questions and Is Black Belt More Stressful? 03.04.2024

Introduction 0:00 Life stressors/Injuries/mental prep before a competition  00:42:17 When do you pull out of a tourney 17:29 More Stress at Black Belt 28:24 Stop Weight Training Week of Tourney? 33:12 Labral Tear  38:04 Should I go 100% Effort 100% of the time? 57:42 Am I Wasting My Time Only Working Defense   Hey, if you have any questions for Dr. Chris or Bill and Olivia. Just email GrapplingWit...

8hr time-restricted eating will cause 91% chance of death? Are you disrespectful to think you can win? 27.03.2024

Introduction 0:00 Time-restricted eating Will Damage Your Heart? 1:18 Is it disrespectful to be confident against a black belt? 30:13 Once on TRT, always on TRT? 48:36  C2 Fracture Rehab - Back to the mats 54:34  Hey, if you have any questions for Dr. Chris or Bill and Olivia. Just email GrapplingWithPodcast@gmail.com or message the social media pages.  Check us out on our social and YouTube where...

What to do when dropping in or visiting a gym, Don't hurt your back!!! TRT Questions! 20.03.2024

intro 0:00 What to do when visiting other gyms 2:43 TRT ageing and BJJ 17:41 Can Testosterone Numbers change drastically 23:13 What is Free Testosterone 30:30 Why is low testosterone so prevalant 36:20 Spine Health 39:29 Hey, if you have any questions for Dr. Chris or Bill and Olivia. Just email GrapplingWithPodcast@gmail.com or message the social media pages.  Check us out on our social and YouTu...

Are my teammates my competition? Mindset and Self Talk & More 13.03.2024

Bill rocking the solo episode. He talks about the struggle of looking at your training partners as your competition and how to break out of that. Are black belts in jiu-jitsu better today than the were decades ago? Also talking about self talk and mindset for training and competition. Let's not forget a TRT question, Bill throws his stethoscope on and lab coat and goes to town on some poor Dr...

How to get ready for a tournament & TRT Questions with Doc 28.02.2024

Inroduction 0:00 Recommendations for white/blue belts getting ready for tournament 3:56 When do you stop adding new techniques to your game prior to tournament 17:36 49 yr old Canadian with low TRT 28:36 34 yr old blue belt unsure if TRT is for them 42:31 Overusing Defense soap caused staph flare up 47:24 Hey, if you have any questions for Dr. Chris or Bill and Olivia. Just email GrapplingWithPodc...

What do you need to know to be a purple belt. ALSO "I don't know what to focus on" - 2 Black Belts give advice 21.02.2024

0:00 Introduction 2:22 Do you need both your gi and nogi to be the same skill level to be promoted to the next belt? 14:01 Grip Question: Why are my grips getting weaker over time? 23:11 Who is a good hormone provider in the Everett, WA area? 30:54 Why do people raise the legs of someone who was choked unconscious? 34:47 What should a 4 stripe purple belt focus on to prepare for brown belt? 45:07...

"You Should Act like a Black Belt" | What are some requirements for Blue Belt & Black Belt? 07.02.2024

 intro 0:00  Should Black Belts Know How To Teach 7:00  Requirements To Get A Black Belt 19:50  What about Blue Belt Requirements 29:28  Are Black Belts Bullying You?? 41:30  Bill is Petty and Gets Called OUT 51:54   Hey, if you have any questions for Dr. Chris or Bill and Olivia. Just email GrapplingWithPodcast@gmail.com or message the social media pages. Check us out on our social and YouTube wh...

How To Have More Fun Training In BJJ & Avoid These Causes For Plateaus 31.01.2024

 Bill is running solo today. He talks about ways to actually keep training fun and enjoyable, also how to avoid plateaus in training or how to get out of them. Also a match study, Bill goes over his last match at Master Worlds 2022 when he was a brown belt. A lot of lapel playing so if you like that stuff, it might be a fun watch.  Check out Chris Wojcik twitter and blog/substack and instructional...

BJJ Black Belts Talk About Drilling Partners, Being Hard To Submit and More. 24.01.2024

 Intro 0:00  Ecological Follow Up 1:45 How to pick a drilling partner 11:10 Favorite Type of Roll 20:40 Is Being Hard to Submit a Badge of Honor 30:36 Coolest thing about being a Black Belt 41:28 Toughest thing about being a Black Belt 46:26 Hey, if you have any questions for Dr. Chris or Bill and Olivia. Just email GrapplingWithPodcast@gmail.com or message the social media pages. Check us out on...

FloGrappling WNO Preview, Fix Your Feet = Fix Your Back?? 17.01.2024

 Today Dr. Chris, Bill and Olivia talk about a listeners issue with his Ulnar Nerve, this is a common issue with grapplers. Also our feet, we have ruined our feet which tends to throw everything off, from knee pain to back pain. Also we preview the FloGrappling WNO card headlined by Victor Hugo and Nick Rodriguez "Nicky Rod".  intro 0:00  FloGrappling WNO Nicky Rod vs Hugo 2:05  Foot Hea...

The Jiu-Jitsu Blues and Common Actions That Slow Your Progress 10.01.2024

 Today Bill gets into his feelings and gets a little vulnerable while wearing his huggies. We talk about the difference between Bill and Chris and their mindset when it comes to getting smashed. They are on two different sides of the spectrum and they talk about how to deal with the feeling of just not wanting to do the hard round. Also we touch on common things that hold us back and slow our prog...

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