8. Aaron Parham | Jiu Jitsu, Ecological Dynamics, and Building Community

In this episode of Full Rules, I converse with Dr. Matthew Tolstoy, an expert with a rich background spanning fitness rehab therapy and psychotherapy. Dr. Tolstoy shares his transition from a personal trainer to an acupuncturist and a psychotherapist, discussing the intertwined nature of physical and mental health. The episode covers topics like the complexities of pain, body-based psychotherapy, injury prevention, and the body's adaptation through movement and stress. Dr. Tolstoy also debunks myths surrounding sports-specific training, highlighting the superiority of general fitness and the psychological aspects of fitness trends. Overall, the discussion offers profound insights into how holistic approaches can reprogram our physiological responses and promote better health.Matt's IGhttps://www.instagram.com/matttolstoy?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Motorsport Athlete IGhttps://www.instagram.com/motorsportathlete?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw=Make sure to follow me on IG, YT, and TikTok @graybeardblackbeltIf you enjoyed this episode please consider rating it and leaving a review. It really means a lot.

Ecological Dynamics for Submission Grappling Discord https://discord.gg/ecological-dynamics-for-submission-grappling-1053307711300849725Ecological Dynamics for Submission Grappling IGhttps://www.instagram.com/eco_dynamics_sub_grappling?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

Dan Covel BJJ Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/dancoveljiujitsu?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Hinds Combat Sports Midtown West Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/hindscombatmidtownwest?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Make sure to follow me on IG, YT, and TikTok @graybeardblackbeltIf you enjoyed this episode please consider rating it and leaving a review. It really means a lot.

You can follow Alex on IG https://www.instagram.com/alexmasterskya?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Masterskya Jiu Jitsu IG https://www.instagram.com/masterskyajiujitsu?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Make sure to follow me on IG, YT, and TikTok @graybeardblackbelthttps://www.instagram.com/graybeardblackbelt/If you enjoyed this episode please consider rating it and leaving a review. It really means a lot.

Ed Gemdjian is a dynamic leader in the luxury fitness industry, known for his strategic and innovative approaches to fitness programming and development. As the Founder of Team Awesome LLC and the co-creator of JitsFit, a martial arts influenced fitness and nutrition app, Ed has a proven track record of driving business growth, developing talent, and fostering inclusive environments. Beyond his professional endeavors, Ed is a devoted husband and father, embodying the balance between personal and professional life. His passion for martial arts not only informs his discipline and dedication but also inspires his holistic approach to wellness and leadership.Jits Fit IG Pagehttps://www.instagram.com/jitsfit_?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Make sure to follow me on IG, YT, and TikTok @graybeardblackbeltIf you enjoyed this episode please consider rating it and leaving a review. It really means a lot.

Joey "No Money" Morency is a former MMA fighter and former S&C coach turned MMA coach and gym owner. His goal is to provide his city with an alternative: an MMA gym with an athlete-centred approach guided by nonlinear pedagogy and ecological dynamics. He aspires to foster a culture of self-directed learning within a tightly-knit team.Joey's IGhttps://www.instagram.com/lessthanjoemo/KLIQ MMA IGhttps://www.instagram.com/kliqmma/Make sure to follow me on IG, YT, and TikTok @graybeardblackbeltIf you enjoyed this episode please consider rating it and leaving a review. It really means a lot.

In todays episode, Mark and I discuss maximizing performance for grapplers through S&C, training philosophies, relationship building, and things that grind our gears.Mark is the founder and owner of DiSalvo Performance Training, a personal training and strength & conditioning gym in Manhattan, NYC.He brings over a decade of experience training clients and athletes of all backgrounds. A graduate of Northeastern University, he’s an NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and Sports Performance Expert with a specialty in combat sports. He’s also a Steve Maxwell Certified Kettlebell Instructor (Levels 1 & 2).A lifelong athlete, Mark started playing youth hockey at a very young age in Pittsburgh, PA, and played competitively for over a decade, before getting into martial arts. Mark is currently purple belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, training regularly for 10 years.DiSalvo Performance IGhttps://www.instagram.com/markdisalvo?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==DiSalvo Performance Training Substackhttps://markdisalvo.substack.com/Make sure to follow me on IG, YT, and TikTok @graybeardblackbeltIf you enjoyed this episode please consider rating it and leaving a review. It really means a lot.

Lydia is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt and Judo brown belt competitor. She has been an avid competitor for the last decade and strives to improve performance based on diet, recovery, and training habits. Recently, Lydia has graduated with a masters degree in Exercise Science to help herself and others in her circle understand the importance of food and how it fuels you. Lydia and her husband Leo are the main instructors at their academy, Rolling Bear BJJ in Kenilworth, NJYou can find Lydia on IG at:https://www.instagram.com/lydiacolemanjj?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Rolling Bear BJJ, 753 Boulevard, Kenilworth, NJhttps://rollingbearbjj.com/index.php/trial-class/https://www.instagram.com/rollingbearbjj?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Follow me on IG, YT, TT @graybeardblackbelt

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