The Jiujitsu Mindset: Healing and Training with Dr. Diana Wang

In this episode of The Jiujitsu Mindset, Pete Deeley welcomes Dr. Diana Wang, a physical therapist with a passion for Jiujitsu. Dr. Wang shares her journey from a high school student interested in sports medicine to a physical therapist focused on the Jiujitsu community. They discuss the intersection of physical therapy and Jiu-Jitsu, including the unique mindset of Jiu-Jitsu athletes and the importance of tailored rehabilitation. Dr. Wang also reflects on her personal experiences in Juujitsu, including her thoughts on competition and the significant impact Jiujitsu has on people's lives. Throughout the conversation, the emphasis is on the community, personal growth, and maintaining a balanced approach to training and healing.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:58 Guest Introduction: Dr. Diana Wang

01:23 Dr. Wang's Journey to Physical Therapy

04:38 Discovering Jiujitsu

05:53 Merging Jiujitsu and Physical Therapy

06:35 Rehabbing Jiujitsu Athletes

13:53 The Psychology of Healing

14:56 Alternative Career Paths

17:08 The Role of Competition in Jiujitsu

23:28 Impact of Jiujitsu on Lives

30:15 Conclusion and Contact Information