The Mayn Idea Podcast #95: Dr. Jonathan Amato - Neck Care for Grappling, Jiu Jitsu Injuries, and Sports Rehab: Competitor vs. Hobbyist
Dr. Jonathan Amato is a Physical Therapist, and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist who received his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Mercy College. Dr. Amato holds a purple belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and has helped some of the biggest MMA stars from Chris Weidman, and Randy Brown, to PFL contender, Chris Wade.
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OUTLINE:
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(0:00) Intro
(2:30) The Athlete's Mindset Toward Injury
(9:13) Why Athletes Pull Out of Fights and Tournaments
(16:00) "Injury Prone" Athletes
(25:00) The Problem With Healthcare for Jiu Jitsu Players
(44:00) Kelly Starett
(49:00) Dr. Amato's Intro to Jiu Jitsu
(1:00:00) Cervical Myelopothy and Other Cervical Issues
(1:08:00) "Degenerative Disc Disease"
(1:13:00) Dr. Amato's Jiu Jitsu Warm Up
(1:19:00) Dr. Amato's Cervical Dont's: Bridging, Granbys, Tripod
(1:27:00) What Hobbyists Should Do for Longevity in Jiu Jitsu
(1:33:00) Rapid Fire: Useful and Bogus Trends
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