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What I train with.
People ask me what I use on the mats, with the mace and in the clinic. Here it is in one place. Nothing fancy, just things that hold up.
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Learn
Learn
Books that shaped how I train, treat and think.
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Kodokan Judo
Jigoro Kano's own book on judo. Required reading for any grappler who throws, or wants to.
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Bull Life: Built on the Mats
Jiu-jitsu lessons that carry off the mats.
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The Secret Language of Your Body
Inna Segal on the links between emotions and physical symptoms.
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Feeling Is the Secret
Neville Goddard's short classic on imagination and belief.
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Man Up
Bedros Keuilian on discipline, ownership and doing the hard thing, in business and in life.
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Train
Train
What I use on the mats, with the mace and on the yoga mat. For maces, clubs and kettlebells, start with White Lion.
White Lion Athletics
A Winnipeg company making maces, clubs and kettlebells since 2015. These are the maces I recommend: solid steel built to last for years, without paying to ship it across the border.
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Coach's pick
Steel maces
My pick for most people: the 1.25" handle. Easier to grip while you learn.
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Steel maces, thick handle
The 1.5" handle builds more grip and forearm strength once your swings are solid.
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Steel clubs
Singles and pairs. Great for shoulders and a natural partner to mace work.
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Kettlebells
Powder-coated cast iron singles that are easy on the hands.
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Resistance bands
41" loop bands for warm-ups, assisted pull-ups and shoulder prep.
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Mobility kits
Rollers and mobility tools bundled together for recovery days.
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Train · Entry level
Affordable first maces
On a budget, or not sure the mace is for you yet? Start here. When you're ready for a mace that lasts, go with White Lion.
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Entry level
Steel mace, 15 lb
A budget-friendly way to learn your 360s and 10-to-2s before you invest in a lifetime mace.
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Weighted vest, 20 lb
Turns walks, hikes and bodyweight work into strength training. Start with short walks and build up.
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Train · Jiu-jitsu
On the mats
What I actually reach for before, during and after training.
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Mouthguard
A boil-and-bite guard costs less than one dental visit. Wear it every round.
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Finger tape
Rigid athletic tape for jammed fingers and sore knuckles. Buy it in bulk.
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Rash guard
A snug long-sleeve rash guard for no-gi and under the gi. Less mat burn, less laundry drama.
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Train · Yoga and mobility
Yoga and mobility
Simple tools that make daily practice easier to keep.
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Yoga mat
A grippy 4–5 mm mat that doesn't slide on hard floors.
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Yoga blocks
Two cork or foam blocks bring the floor closer. Every body benefits.
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Yoga Toes
Toe separators for feet that live in shoes all day. Wear them while you read or stretch.
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Yoga strap
For hamstrings, shoulders and anyone who can't touch their toes yet.
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Recover
Recover
What I suggest to patients for the time between sessions, and what's in my kitchen cupboard.
Recovery tools
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Foam roller
A medium-density roller for the upper back, quads and calves.
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Lacrosse ball
Small, firm and cheap. Good for feet, glutes and the spot between your shoulder blades.
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Reusable hot/cold pack
Heat for stiff, cold for fresh and swollen. One pack does both.
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Fuel
Maho clean protein
Whey protein isolate with 25 g of protein and no added sugar per scoop. Five ingredients, sweetened with monk fruit, with no gums, fillers or artificial dyes, and every batch is tested for heavy metals. Juice-like flavours: Fresh Mango Pineapple and Watermelon Splash.
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LMNT electrolytes, citrus
Sodium, potassium and magnesium with no sugar. One stick in your water bottle on long or sweaty training days.
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LMNT electrolytes, unflavoured
The same sodium, potassium and magnesium mix with no flavour, for anyone who just wants salty water.
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Metagenics OmegaGenics fish oil
EPA and DHA fish oil, 1000 mg softgels with a lemon flavour. The 240-count bottle lasts a while.
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Host Defense Cordyceps
Cordyceps mushroom capsules from Host Defense, a long-standing mushroom brand.
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Shilajit
A traditional mineral resin. These options are all rated 4 stars and up.
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Ecoideas Organic Black Maca
A powdered root that mixes into smoothies and oats.
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ChocoSol dark chocolate
Fair trade, small-batch chocolate made in Toronto. The variety pack is a good place to start.
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Bean Head organic coffee
The coffee in my cup most mornings.
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This is general information, not medical advice. If you have an injury, pain that isn't improving, or a health condition, see a qualified practitioner before you start anything new.
Supplements aren't a substitute for medical care, and they aren't right for everyone. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before you start one, especially if you're pregnant, nursing or take medication.
Create
Create
The tools I use to film, record and make music. More coming soon.
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DJI Mic Mini
The small wireless mic I use for videos and The Higher Wave Broadcast.
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Handpan
For winding down after a long day. Easier to start than it looks.
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