Grappling With Podcast
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 personalized care from your own medical provider prior to implementing any medical treatment or intervention.
Episodes
127 episodes since 2021
Andrew Wiltse Drama and What Makes a Good Student & Coach
On this episode Bill updates you with the fafoca going on with Andrew Wiltse and Daisey Fresh, he also jumps into the question, what makes a good student. Also, what makes a good coach in jiu-jitsu. intro 0:00Andrew Wilts...
September 18, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 125
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47:32
Bill and Chris have a Random show on Bills Butt Talk, Hydration, Finding a New Gym
Bill and Chris haven't talked in a while so they decided to catch up a bit, answer some listener questions and talk bill getting #MeToo'dIntro 0:00Bill moves to a new location 6:07Staying properly Hydrated 8:45Arizona is hot...
September 11, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 124
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1:11:30
Negative Self-Talk and Working on Your MINDSET
Bill here going solo and venting about being bad at jiu-jitsu, or at least being perceived as bad at bjj. The mind is a fickle beast, and Bill has been trying to work on changing his internal dialog and voice. He talks about these struggl...
September 04, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 123
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30:08
Doing Jiu-Jitsu While Being OLD PEOPLE!!
Chris and Carrie talk about doing jiu-jitsu above 50 years old, but this episode is for your 35+ people, as we all have different mileage on the body and stress levels. They also talk about working out in general and the benefits of stren...
August 28, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 122
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1:18:52
ADCC & CJI Recap with ADCC Competitor Chris Wojcik
We got 4th place ADCC finisher, first place in our hearts Chris Wojcik on the show today, we were going to do a pre-show, but we decided to do a mini recap. But we end up talking about training and mental struggles as well as a bunch of o...
August 22, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 121
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2:07:45
The Mount Rushmore of Annoying Things in Jiu-Jitsu
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 th...
August 09, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 120
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35:08
TRT - Testosterone Therapy - Dr Carrie & Dr. Chris
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...
July 10, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 119
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1:13:19
Can TRT Levels Drastically Fluctuate? How To Tape Your Fingers!
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?<...
July 03, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 118
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21:24
Response to the Josh Saunders Army of Hate - BIG CHANGES With Peptide Regulations
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 belo...
June 26, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 117
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1:01:33
3rd Degree Black Belt Andrea's Husband Joins Us
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 serious...
June 19, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 116
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1:06:37
Is Online Coaching a Scam? CJI vs ADCC Updates - Mikey Musumeci Going Full Ray Finkle
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. J...
June 12, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 115
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38:59
Is CJI Good For Jiu-Jitsu or Are The Fans Getting Hosed?
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 o...
June 05, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 114
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1:55:39
Purple Belt Diary | Bill Tries To Get Canceled & Sam Talks his 19 Year BJJ Journey
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...
May 22, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 113
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1:33:48
Mistakes to avoid at every belt, what did we do wrong?
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 o...
May 15, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 112
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1:13:42
Is Judo a waste of time for BJJ People??
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. ...
May 08, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 111
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42:36
Why Are Wrist Locks Cheating? Is This Workout Plan For You?
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 ...
May 01, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 110
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54:56
3 BJJ Black Belts Talk Tournament Mindset, Pre, Post, and Dealing with a Loss
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, pos...
April 23, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 109
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1:53:05
NEW AUDIO!! How can I get better at Jiu-Jitsu with only White and Blue Belt Training Partners
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: @Grappli...
April 18, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 108
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30:10
Does your coach suck if you beat him? Did you cry watching Rudy?
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 e...
April 10, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 107
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53:19
When Do You Pull Out of A Tourney? Listener Questions and Is Black Belt More Stressful?
Introduction 0:00Life stressors/Injuries/mental prep before a competition 00:42:17 When do you pull out of a tourney17:29 More Stress at Black Belt28:24 Stop Weight Training Week of Tourney?33:12 Labral Tea...
April 03, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 106
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1:07:31
8hr time-restricted eating will cause 91% chance of death? Are you disrespectful to think you can win?
Introduction 0:00Time-restricted eating Will Damage Your Heart? 1:18Is it disrespectful to be confident against a black belt? 30:13Once on TRT, always on TRT? 48:36 C2 Fracture Rehab - Back to the mats 54:34
March 27, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 105
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1:05:07
What to do when dropping in or visiting a gym, Don't hurt your back!!! TRT Questions!
intro 0:00What to do when visiting other gyms 2:43TRT ageing and BJJ 17:41Can Testosterone Numbers change drastically 23:13What is Free Testosterone 30:30Why is low testosterone so prevalant 36:20Spine Health 39:29
March 20, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 104
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1:04:31
Are my teammates my competition? Mindset and Self Talk & More
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 sel...
March 13, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 103
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43:11
How to get ready for a tournament & TRT Questions with Doc
Inroduction 0:00Recommendations for white/blue belts getting ready for tournament 3:56When do you stop adding new techniques to your game prior to tournament 17:3649 yr old Canadian with low TRT 28:3634 yr old blue belt unsure i...
February 28, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 102
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1:01:42
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
0:00 Introduction2:22 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, W...
February 21, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 101
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1:33:56