Open Mat Social Hour

Join us today on an episode where Diana & Kris discuss if perfect form is as important as we think, and when we should be more lax about it. When does overcorrecting become too much? Is it better to let people explore?? A heavily nuanced topic that we felt was important to open up. Hope you enjoy!!! Thanks for tuning in!

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.  Thanks for tuning in!

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.  Thanks for tuning in!

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. Thanks for tuning in!

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 trai...

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. Thanks for tuning in!

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. Thanks for tuning in!

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. Thanks for tuning in!

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! Thanks for tuning in!

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...

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. Thanks for tuning in!

Join us today on a solo episode where Diana chats about mental health in the Olympics, why it stirred up thoughts in her brain, & why she thinks it is ABSOLUTELY crucial to prioritize in life & rehab. She then chats about the role of a PT in all of that. Thanks for tuning in!

Join us today on a very special episode with a very special guest, Amber Agee. It was a regular sparring day when Amber suffered a life-altering knee injury that consisted of her tearing her PCL along with many other structures in her knee. She saw multiple orthopedic surgeons, & ended up needing to undergo surgery twice in order to finally be on her recovery way. In this episode, she shares t...

Join us today on an episode where Diana & Kris answer some questions from our followers! We talk who we're excited to see next weekend, ways that we work around schedule & training constraints + how to be less injured as a white belt. Enjoy. Thanks for tuning in!

Join us today on a solo episode where Diana chats about the feeling we all get when we fall off the tracks of our rehab or maintenance routines. She gives tangible action steps to get back on the path towards our goals! Thanks for tuning in!

Join us today on a special episode with Dr. Archie Bayacal of GroundWork Chiropractic. He is a brown belt in Jiu Jitsu, who has a unique story on how he landed in the world of chiropractics. He recently opened his own practice in Garden Grove, CA, and is looking to go full time in a short 3 weeks!! Archie speaks his story in such a calm, humble demeanor and we are so thankful to have been able to...

Join us today on an episode where Diana & Kris answer some questions from our followers! We talk chronic soreness & our love for coffee. Enjoy. Thanks for tuning in!

Join us today on a solo episode where Diana chats about what makes Open Mat Physio different than the traditional, clinic PT. We are so thankful for the trust that the Jiu Jitsu community has in us, so we try out absolute best to deliver the best! Thanks for tuning in!

Join us today on a special episode with our very own, Kris Martin. A year ago, Kris got into an accident that shattered his ankle while skiing on the mountains. This led to him needing to get immediate ankle surgery and a long rehab process that had many challenges, both mentally and physically. Kris shares his experience pre-op, post-op, during recovery, and how he is now. We are so grateful he i...

Join us today on an episode where Diana, Daisuke & Kris discuss what nocebos, how old school medicine has caused us to feel fragile & if it's possible for us to be an older grappler & healthy on the mats. Enjoy. Thanks for tuning in!

Join us today on a solo episode where Diana chats about the role of plyometrics in rehab & how that carries over into getting back on the mats! Thanks for tuning in!

Join us today on an episode where Diana & Kris answer some questions from our followers! This will be a regular segment in our podcast episode rotation. Enjoy. Thanks for tuning in!

Join us today on an episode where Diana, Daisuke & Kris discuss what over-diagnosing is, why it is so problematic, & best strategies to use when getting a diagnosis that may sound scary or life altering. Enjoy. Thanks for tuning in!

Join us today on a solo episode where Diana chats about some the nuances behind the answer to "Do I have to Do Physical Therapy Forever?". Yes & No, let's chat. Thanks for tuning in!