The Wrong Side of 35

Chris Jessulat
  • 5.0 (3)
  • Fitness

A Brazilian Jiu Jitsu-focused podcast exploring all facets of life, living and aging through the lens of martial arts and combat sports. Examining tips, strategies and science to keep you on the mats and training for the long term. Check out the full project at www.TheWrongSideof35.com

  1. May 15

    Ep58 -- BJJ Injury and Rehab w/ Dr. Diana Wang

    This edition, Ws35 welcomes BJJ purple belt and physiotherapist Dr. DIANA WANG of Open Mat Physio to the show. We'll cover everything surrounding the physical and psychological aspects of injury, max ROI exercises and recovery protocols, tips for training longevity, handling stress & finding ways to "fit" rehab into your schedule, the biggest lies jiu jitsu athletes tell themselves, training red flags, strategies to stay positive & set realistic expectations for recovery... as well as how to handle 'shiny object' syndrome in your strength & conditioning routine. Check out the full project at www.TheWrongSideof35.com

    1h 23m

  2. Apr 14

    Ep57 -- Refuse to Die w/ Paul Sharp

    Ws35 is thrilled to welcome back retired LEO turned executive/high performance coach PAUL SHARP, this time to dig into his new book - REFUSE TO DIE. In addition to talking about his writing and the 'soul' behind the project, we'll get into tips and strategies for high performance, how to deal with imposter syndrome, staying strong in the face of adversity & 'invisible' injuries, refinding your center when life knocks you off balance... as well as why your mom's advice might not be what you need to hear. Check out the full project at www.TheWrongSideof35.com

    1h 50m

  3. Apr 3

    Ep56 -- Learning Dynamics, vol 2 w/ Adam Singer

    Ws35 welcomes back 4th degree BJJ black belt & MMA coach ADAM SINGER to the show to pick up where we left off. This time, Adam takes us deeper into the science around learning, focusing on his approach to CLA coaching & game design, biomechanics, scaling and training intervention, the importance of club culture and giving back to your community, physical literacy... as well as the most important questions you can ask your athletes. Check out the full project at www.TheWrongSideof35.com

    2h 4m

  4. Mar 20

    Ep55 - CLA for Strikng w/ Tobias Horn

    The Ws35 podcast welcomes longtime kickboxer and Masters of Philosophy TOBIAS HORN to the show to discuss everything from designing ecological-based striking classes to how the study of philosophy permeates everything we do. We'll talk about game design, scaling, how to survive (and thrive) in chaos, how to deconstruct the complex into its constituent parts, the importance of creating (and maintaining) team culture... and the many reasons why it takes more than just skill to earn yourself a spot on a competitive team. Check out the full project at www.TheWrongSideof35.com

    1h 10m

  5. Mar 13

    Ep54 -- Skill Acquisition, pt 2 w/ Greg Souders

    Ws35 is once again thrilled to welcome back one of the most influential coaches in the Art today, GREG SOUDERS, to expand the dialogue surrounding learning, development & skill acquisition. We'll get into biomechanics, fresh tips for CLA coaches (and athletes), Greg's personal filters for game design & setting 'intentionality,' where most people still get it wrong, why CLA isn't just "plug and play," class design, intervention (what it is, when it helps - and when it hurts)... as well as the areas where he is refining his personal development as a coach. Check out the full project at www.TheWrongSideof35.com

    1h 39m

  6. Jan 24

    Ep53 -- Punk Rock Ethos w/ Jesse Walker

    This edition of Ws35, we welcome BJJ black belt JESSE WALKER to the show to discuss everything from coaching & curriculum design to gatekeeping (in everything from music to jiu jitsu). We'll explore the importance of meeting students where they are, how to help students understand their 'why,' the importance of building and maintaining a healthy club culture, how to embrace failure, tribalism on the mats... as well as the role that mainstream jiu jitsu athletes play (for better or worse). Check out the full project at www.TheWrongSideof35.com

    1h 19m

  7. Jan 16

    Ep52 -- The Core 4 w/ Chris "Bones" Burns

    Ws35 kicks off 2026 with a banger, this time welcoming the inimitable CHRIS "BONES" BURNS to the show to discuss all things related to coaching & curriculum design. We'll explore the Core elements that form the foundation of his teaching at The BJJ Project, his approach to instruction at his academies, working to preserve the legacy of a Master (what to save + how to teach it), his thoughts on what jiu jitsu is (and isn't), what's over- and underrated, breathwork... as well as his advice on what most coaches should work on to become better instructors. Check out the full project at www.TheWrongSideof35.com

    1h 31m

  8. 2025-12-12

    Ep51 -- How We Learn to Move w/ Dr. Rob Gray

    The Ws35 podcast is thrilled to welcome one of today's most influential minds in the science of skill acquisition, DR. ROB GRAY, to the show to discuss how we learn. We'll explore what eco/CLA are (and aren't), common criticisms (and which ones have merit), what is meant by representative design vs specificity, how to design & scale task based games for various experience levels, his take on why the debate around eco/CLA is so polarizing, myths around learning styles and skill development... as well as a new definition of "mastery." Check out the full project at www.thewrongsideof35.com

    1h 32m
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A Brazilian Jiu Jitsu-focused podcast exploring all facets of life, living and aging through the lens of martial arts and combat sports. Examining tips, strategies and science to keep you on the mats and training for the long term. Check out the full project at www.TheWrongSideof35.com

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  • Creator
    Chris Jessulat
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    58
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Show Website
    The Wrong Side of 35

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