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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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In this episode, I sit down with Dr. M. Lucius Pomerantz—fellow orthopedic surgeon, black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and lifestyle medicine expert—to dive deep into the fascinating intersection of combat sports, injury, recovery, and longevity. We talk about what pulls high-performing doctors into such a physically intense world, and why so many of us can’t resist the challenge and community of Jiu Jitsu despite the inevitable injuries. We get real about the toll this sport takes on the bod...
In this episode, I catch up with my friend and powerhouse black belt Paige Ivette Clymer. Paige is a multiple-time IBJJF medalist, ADCC Open double gold champ, and one of the most technically sharp athletes I know. We go deep into her ACL injury, how she navigated the emotional and physical recovery, and the mindset it took to come back even stronger. We also break down her epic Who's Number One match and how she prepped for battle with precision—right down to escaping a guillotine with total...
In this episode, I sit down with my friend and yoga instructor, Christopher Wilkes—aka The Yoga Doctor—at his studio, The Art of Yoga in Columbus, Georgia. Christopher shares his incredible journey from martial arts and Qigong to becoming a full-time yoga teacher and studio owner. We talk about how yoga isn't just about flexibility and movement—it's a deeply transformative tool for physical, mental, and emotional healing. Christopher breaks down why yoga is more than just poses. We dive into ...
In this episode, I sit down with my good friend and fellow orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Chris Haraszti—aka Doc Chris. Not only is he a respected orthopedic specialist at Emory University, but he’s also a third-degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, multiple-time world champion, and a former state wrestling champ. We dig into his unique journey from med school and playing in a band to becoming one of Atlanta’s top docs and a dominant competitor in the jiu jitsu scene. We talk about what it reall...
In this episode, I sit down with my good friend and powerhouse black belt, Professor Faye Lynn Cherrier. Faye’s journey through Jiu Jitsu is nothing short of inspiring—from getting her start in MMA gyms to traveling the world for competitions, all while overcoming serious injuries with grit and grace. We get into her transition from striking to grappling, the importance of cross training, and what it really takes to stay safe and thrive as a smaller athlete in a physically demanding sport. We...
Hey guys! I’m so excited to kick off this episode with none other than my mentor and friend, Dr. X—a fellow sports surgeon and a true expert in all things ACL. We dive into the world of sports injuries, especially in jiu jitsu, and break down everything you need to know about ACLs, meniscus, MCL injuries, and how to navigate surgery, recovery, and even whether you really need surgery at all. Whether you’re an athlete, coach, or someone recovering from a knee injury, this one’s packed with ins...
Alex Enriquez is a jiu-jitsu black belt, ADCC Trials champ, and former All-American wrestler with a story every serious athlete should hear. The journey includes starting jiu-jitsu at age 11, switching gyms with maturity and grace, overcoming multiple injuries, and learning how to train smarter, not just harder. This episode dives into what it takes to become a world-class competitor while maintaining mental health, proper recovery, and long-term performance. If you’re navigating burnout, in...
Today I’m taking you on a deep dive into something most of us don’t think enough about: where our food comes from. I sat down with my friend Adam Mason of Heal Farms, right on his pasture in the sunshine, to talk about regenerative farming and why it's not just about being "organic"—it's about restoring health from the soil up. We explore what actually goes on in industrial farming (spoiler alert: it’s not pretty), how it’s affecting your health, and why that “grass-fed” label at the grocery ...
The Doctor Jiu Jitsu Show is your monthly dose of real talk on combat sports, military performance, and injury prevention—hosted by Army orthopedic surgeon and BJJ black belt Dr. Megan Jimenez. Tune in the first Friday of every month for expert insights and stories from those who’ve shaped her path on and off the mat. To learn more about Dr. Megan Jimenez, check out her website: doctorjiujitsu.com
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