Doctor Jiu Jitsu Show
Doctor Jiu Jitsu Show
Podcast Description
The Doctor Jujitsu Show is a monthly podcast for anyone who lives the Jiu Jitsu lifestyle—whether you’re a seasoned competitor, a weekend warrior, or someone fitting training into a full-time schedule. Hosted by Dr. Megan Jimenez, an active-duty Army orthopedic sports surgeon and black belt, each episode brings honest, insightful conversations with the people who’ve influenced her path as a physician, martial artist, and lifelong student of performance.From fellow Jiu Jitsu athletes and surgeons to farmers and nutrition experts, Dr. Jimenez explores how training, recovery, mindset, and daily habits intersect to keep you sharp on and off the mat.New episodes drop the first Friday of each month.
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Content Themes
The podcast centers on various themes including combat sports, military performance, injury prevention, and nutrition, with episodes like Regenerative Farming, Athlete Fuel & The Truth About 'Healthy' Meat highlighting the intricate connections between farming practices and athletic performance. Other episodes address training, recovery strategies, mindset shifts, and incorporating healthy habits into a busy lifestyle.
The Doctor Jujitsu Show is a monthly podcast for anyone who lives the Jiu Jitsu lifestyle—whether you’re a seasoned competitor, a weekend warrior, or someone fitting training into a full-time schedule. Hosted by Dr. Megan Jimenez, an active-duty Army orthopedic sports surgeon and black belt, each episode brings honest, insightful conversations with the people who’ve influenced her path as a physician, martial artist, and lifelong student of performance.
From fellow Jiu Jitsu athletes and surgeons to farmers and nutrition experts, Dr. Jimenez explores how training, recovery, mindset, and daily habits intersect to keep you sharp on and off the mat.
New episodes drop the first Friday of each month.
In this episode of The Doctor Jiu Jitsu Podcast, I sit down with my friend Mike Piekarski, PT, DPT, BJJ black belt (Dr. Kickass), to talk about why jiu jitsu rehab is different. We cover the biggest mistake grapplers make after an injury, how to modify training without losing your mind, when rehab becomes sport specific (especially after ACL surgery), and how to build longevity through smarter load management, graded exposure, and better gym culture.
Episode Highlights:
00:56 – Why Jiu-Jitsu Rehab Is Different From Other Sports
02:04 – The Movement Demands of Jiu-Jitsu Athletes
03:25 – When Athletes Should Return to Sport After ACL Surgery
04:18 – Rebuilding Confidence After Leg Lock Injuries
07:29 – Mike’s Journey From Fighter to Physical Therapist
11:50 – The Biggest Mistake Injured Jiu-Jitsu Athletes Make
19:53 – Recovery, Overtraining, and Using HRV Data
24:57 – Dangerous Positions That Cause BJJ Injuries
33:22 – Warmups That Actually Prevent Injuries
42:21 – The One Rule Every Grappler Should Follow for Longevity
Find Mike on Instagram: @doctor_kickass
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New episodes drop the first Friday of every month at doctorjiujitsu.com/podcast.
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To learn more about Dr. Megan Jimenez, check out her website: doctorjiujitsu.com
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