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
140 episodes
Are You A Flow Roll Pirate? | How To Deal With Someone You Don't Want To Spar WIth
Today we talk about flow rolling rules, how to deal with someone you don't want to roll with and the viral video going around from Wong Jiu-Jitsu and heel hooking a new white belt wrestler. Also we deal with some crappy audio issues, whic...
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42:57
"You p**p in the shower?" Bill meets new people from The BJJ Foxcast
In this episode Bill went on @thebjjfoxcast9981 and decided to give way more information about his room mate life and his butt than was necessary. Especially ...
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Season 2
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Episode 138
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3:40:07
Jiu-Jitsu News - Gordon Ryan Admits to Steroids, HUGE CJI 2 News, Fights at NoGi Worlds
Bill bringing the BJJ news on a loaded couple weeks of jiujitsu. Check out whats been going on in this quick episode. Check us out on our social and YouTube where we have full episodes.Instagram: @GrapplingWithPodcast ...
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Season 2
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Episode 137
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25:11
How Dr. Mike Israetel Your Favorite YouTuber Got It Wrong
Well today we talk about Mike Israetel with @RenaissancePeriodization and how his opinion on rape seed oil (Canola oil) and seed oils is a bit misguided. Dr. Chris takes the route of explaining the poor studies that Mike is looking at to ...
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Season 2
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Episode 136
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57:50
Strength Training Tips For Grapplers - How Much Should You Train BJJ
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: @GrapplingWit...
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Season 2
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Episode 135
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58:43
Quick RECAP: IBJJF The Crown 2024
Bill goes over The Crown by IBJJF, about 6 hours of jiu-jitsu boiled down to 30min so you don't have to watch boring matches. You can just skip around at your pleasure. Hey, if you have any questions for Dr. Chris or Bill and...
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Season 2
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Episode 134
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29:53
Do we have a sandbagging issue in BJJ? Middle Aged Jiu-Jitsu Help
Dr. Chris here today with a solo episode talking about sandbagging in BJJ, hand injuries, and a middle aged practitioner that wants to ramp up intensity but is looking for help on improving their rolling cardio. Hey, if you h...
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Season 2
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Episode 133
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26:07
LMNT Got Caught Lying? | How To Compete at a High Level While Not Being at a Famous Gym
Chris and Bill give their two cents about how you can compete at a high level without being at a top tier famous gym like AOJ, Legion, Daisy Fresh, etc..Also Chris answers a listener question about nervous system overload and poor sleep.
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58:14
Is Drilling More Important Than Sparring?? STOP NEGLECTING THIS PART OF BJJ!!!
Ok, so Bill is a little spicy for this one. He talks about something that is neglected in the BJJ community and he is tired of it! Also he gives his $.02 on if sparring is better for development or drilling. We can't forget t...
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Season 2
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Episode 130
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30:59
What's the best Jiu-Jitsu Class Structure | Rib Pain and Strengthening
Bill and Chris talk about the different kinds of class structures and formats, what works for them and why they like certain styles of structure. Also we talk about a couple listeners questions about injuries and injury prevention. One pe...
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Season 2
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Episode 129
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56:57
Do you have a limp wrist? Peanut Butter & Jelly Etiquette & What about the kids (Electrolyte talk)
Do you have a limp wrist? Do you need to strengthen your wimpy wrists? We talk about some workouts that will help you out. Also we get into the deep rules and styles of PB&J build techniques.Hey, if you have any questions f...
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Season 2
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Episode 128
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45:13
I HATE training with you! Don't be BAD training partner
This week Black Belts in BJJ, Chris and Bill talk about some of the most annoying things a bad training partner can do. Hey, if you have any questions for Dr. Chris or Bill and Olivia. Just email GrapplingWithPodcast@gmail.com or m...
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Season 2
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Episode 127
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1:03:50
Electrolytes Cause High Blood Pressure? Don't Be Dehydrated
In this episode Dr. Hardy talks about a common misconception when it comes to electrolytes and hydration. He also talks about the importance of sodium intake when doing jiu-jitsu or grappling, or even high intensity workouts.
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Season 2
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Episode 126
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21:17
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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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?<...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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Season 2
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Episode 114
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1:55:39