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Open Mat Social Hour

Open Mat Social Hour

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A podcast made for grapplers, by grapplers. We explore stories about injuries, rehab journeys, and how each unique person has overcome their own obstacles and struggles. Come join us on the Open Mat Social Hour!

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  • Ep 125: "All Aging Grapplers NEED a Movement Practice" Moving Well & Getting Older on the Mats - Jimmy's Story
    Jun 26 2026

    Join us today on a special episode with Jimmy Jolliff!

    Jimmy is a brown belt who has been training since the early 2000's in everywhere from NYC to North Carolina, and now in LA.

    He has a unique passion for the art of jiu jitsu that I haven't encountered often in the community, which is what made it such a fun experiencing working with him.

    In this episode, we chat about what jiu jitsu means to Jimmy, why all aging grapplers need a movement practice & our experience together working through his shoulder & hip issues.

    Enjoy!!

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    37 mins
  • Ep 124: Jiu Jitsu Mental Performance 101 - Athletic Identity, Longevity w Ego, & More w/ Erin Herle
    Jun 5 2026

    Join us today on a special episode with Erin Herle!

    Erin is a black belt in jiu jitsu, an extremely accomplished athlete, as well as a mental performance coach who works with high level athletes on sharpening their mental flexibility for peak performance.

    In this episode, Erin & Diana discuss everything that goes into what Erin does including challenges with clients, the struggles with athletic identity, the importance of self talk, & much much more.

    We appreciate Erin for taking so much time to share so much of her expertise in an extremely important sector in the jiu jitsu community.

    Enjoy!!

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    47 mins
  • Ep 123: Stretching vs Strengthening for BJJ: Which One Actually Decreases Injury? & Kris Started At a New Gym! - Q&A
    May 22 2026

    Join us today on a new episode where Kris & Diana answer a question from a client about when the shift changed from stretching to FRC to strengthening in deep ranges, Kris' new gym he started at, & some of our most memorable meals!

    Enjoy!

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    19 mins
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