Chasing Excellence

"Chasing Excellence" is a podcast hosted by Ben Bergeron and Patrick Cummings.

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What Makes a Worthy Challenge? (The Truth About Goals, Growth, & Everyday Excellence)

What Makes a Worthy Challenge? (The Truth About Goals, Growth, & Everyday Excellence)

The 3 Big Questions We're Answering: 

1. What constitutes a "worthy challenge" in our lives, and how can pursuing these challenges contribute to our personal growth and development? 

2. How can we transform everyday struggles into meaningful opportunities for character development and fulfillment? 

3. How do ambition and the desire for achievement intersect with the pursuit of internal peace and self-actualization? 

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🤙 ABOUT US 

📍 Ben Bergeron is a best-selling author, coach to 7 CrossFit Games champions, and founder of CompTrain. Find him on Instagram. 

📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter, writer, and podcaster. Find him on Instagram.

Why Your Motivation to Get Fit Might be Your Biggest Obstacle

Why Your Motivation to Get Fit Might be Your Biggest Obstacle

The 3 Big Questions We're Answering: 

1. How can we transform our mindset around fitness from a place of punishment to one of celebration and empowerment? 

2. What practical steps can we take to dismantle the victim mentality and foster a healthier self-image? 

3. How can changing our language and the words we use impact our motivation and overall well-being? 

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🔗 Momentous - High-quality supplements 

🔗 Pique - Gut health tea 

🔗 SKIMS - Comfortable men's underwear 

🔗 Our Place - Toxin-free kitchenware 

🔗 MUD/WTR - 100% organic mushroom beverage 

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🤙 ABOUT US 

📍 Ben Bergeron is a best-selling author, coach to 7 CrossFit Games champions, and founder of CompTrain. Find him on Instagram. 

📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter, writer, and podcaster. Find him on Instagram.

From Autopilot to Crash Landing: The 7 Habits of Highly Ineffective People

From Autopilot to Crash Landing: The 7 Habits of Highly Ineffective People

The 3 Big Questions We're Answering: 

1. What are the key habits that lead to personal ineffectiveness, and how can we recognize and shift away from them in our daily lives? 

2. How can understanding the difference between being reactive and proactive enhance our overall well-being and effectiveness in different areas of life? 

3. In what ways can collaboration and teamwork contribute to achieving our goals and creating a more fulfilling life, rather than relying solely on individual efforts? 

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🔗 BetterHelp - Online therapy platform 

🔗 the Defender - Icon of adventure on the road 

🔗 Laundry Sauce - Premium scented laundry pods 

🔗 MUD/WTR - 100% organic mushroom beverage 

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🤙 ABOUT US 

📍 Ben Bergeron is a best-selling author, coach to 7 CrossFit Games champions, and founder of CompTrain. Find him on Instagram. 

📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter, writer, and podcaster. Find him on Instagram.

Your House, Your Rules: The Hidden Power of Environmental Design in Raising Active Kids

Your House, Your Rules: The Hidden Power of Environmental Design in Raising Active Kids

The 3 Big Questions We're Answering: 

1. How can we effectively navigate the influence of technology and screens in our children's lives while promoting a more active and engaged lifestyle? 

2. What strategies can we use to create an environment that encourages healthier habits, both at home and in social settings with friends and neighbors? 

3. How can we foster open conversations with our children about nutrition and screen time, ensuring they understand the reasons behind our family rules and values?

👉🏼 Get the full Listener’s Guide here 

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👋 New to Chasing Excellence? Start here! 

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👋 THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS 

🔗 FACTOR MEALS - Chef-made meal delivery (code: excellence50off) 

🔗 LMNT - Zero-sugar electrolyte drink mix 

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🤙 ABOUT US 

📍 Ben Bergeron is a best-selling author, coach to 7 CrossFit Games champions, and founder of CompTrain. Find him on Instagram. 

📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter, writer, and podcaster. Find him on Instagram.

The 10-Minutes-Per-Decade Rule: Your Path to Better Range of Motion

The 10-Minutes-Per-Decade Rule: Your Path to Better Range of Motion

The 4 Questions We're Answering: 

1. How can we effectively incorporate mobility and maintenance work into our daily routines to enhance performance and prevent injury? 

2. What mental strategies should we use to approach AMRAP workouts versus for-time workouts to optimize performance in each format? 

3. How do we handle situations where children resist participating in physical activities, while ensuring they develop healthy lifestyle habits? 

4. What's the most effective way to incorporate swimming into an existing strength and conditioning program for balanced fitness development? 

👉🏼 Get the full Listener’s Guide here 

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❤️‍🔥 Free Newsletter & the Chase Club 

👉🏼 New to Chasing Excellence? Start here. 

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👋 THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS 

🔗 the Defender - Icon of adventure on the road 

🔗 Momentous - Science-backed supplements [code: EXCELLENCE] 

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🤙 ABOUT US 

📍 Ben Bergeron is a best-selling author, coach to 7 CrossFit Games champions, and founder of CompTrain. Find him on Instagram. 

📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter, writer, and podcaster. Find him on Instagram.

Stop Making Nutrition Complicated: The Case for Boring, Simple, & Imperfect Eating

Stop Making Nutrition Complicated: The Case for Boring, Simple, & Imperfect Eating

The 3 Big Questions We're Answering: 

1. How can we simplify nutrition without compromising results, and what role does consistency play in achieving dietary goals? 

2. What is the psychological impact of dietary choices, and how can we cultivate a healthy relationship with food to avoid guilt and self-sabotage? 

3. In what ways can understanding personal identity influence our eating habits, and how can we use that knowledge to foster long-term healthy eating patterns? 

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👉🏼 Get the full Listener’s Guide here 

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❤️‍🔥 Free Newsletter & the Chase Club 

👋 New to Chasing Excellence? Start here!

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👋 THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS 

🔗 Helix Sleep - Personalized sleep solution  

🔗 the Defender - Icon of adventure on the road

🔗 MUD/WTR - 100% organic coffee alternative 

🔗 Lumen - Handheld metabolic coach 

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🤙 ABOUT US 

📍 Ben Bergeron is a best-selling author, coach to 7 CrossFit Games champions, and founder of CompTrain. Find him on Instagram. 

📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter, writer, and podcaster. Find him on Instagram.

Identity Over Outcomes: How to Pursue Ambitious Goals Without Getting Crushed by Expectations

Identity Over Outcomes: How to Pursue Ambitious Goals Without Getting Crushed by Expectations

The 4 Questions We're Answering: 

1. How to effectively balance sports training with other fitness goals to maximize both performance and social benefits? 

2. How to manage expectations around ambitious fitness goals (like marathon times) without tying self-worth and happiness to specific outcomes? 

3. What strategies can help motivate a partner who's struggling with workout consistency after one person can no longer train at the same intensity? 

4. What's the importance of proper coaching certifications in CrossFit, and why being a great athlete doesn't automatically make someone a great coach? 

👉🏼 Get the full Listener’s Guide here 

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❤️‍🔥 Free Newsletter & the Chase Club 

👋 New to Chasing Excellence? Start here! 

=== 

👋 THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS 

🔗 Pique - Gut health tea 

🔗 Shopify - Full eCommerce solution 

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🤙 ABOUT US 

📍 Ben Bergeron is a best-selling author, coach to 7 CrossFit Games champions, and founder of CompTrain. Find him on Instagram. 

📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter, writer, and podcaster. Find him on Instagram.

The Compounding Effect Nobody Talks About: Your Everyday Thoughts

The Compounding Effect Nobody Talks About: Your Everyday Thoughts

The 3 Big Questions We're Answering: 

1. How can mastering our thoughts lead to greater serenity and peace of mind in our daily lives? 

2. What practical steps can we take to develop self-control and discipline in order to navigate life's challenges effectively? 

3. In what ways can understanding our personal vision and anti-vision help us create a more fulfilling and purpose-driven life? 

👉🏼 Get the full Listener’s Guide here 

=== 

❤️‍🔥 Free Newsletter & the Chase Club 

👋 New to Chasing Excellence? Start here! 

=== 

👋 THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS 

🔗  LMNT - Zero-sugar electrolyte drink mix 

🔗  The Defender - Icon of adventure on the road 

=== 

🤙 ABOUT US 

📍 Ben Bergeron is a best-selling author, coach to 7 CrossFit Games champions, and founder of CompTrain. Find him on Instagram. 

📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter, writer, and podcaster. Find him on Instagram.

10 Daily Practices for Moving, Thinking, & Kicking Ass into Your 90s

10 Daily Practices for Moving, Thinking, & Kicking Ass into Your 90s

The 3 Big Questions We're Answering: 

1. What are the key daily practices across the five factors of health that can help us thrive into our nineties? 

2. How can we effectively recognize and manage our emotional triggers to improve our overall well-being? 

3. What actionable steps can we take to prioritize sleep and recovery and avoid ultra-processed foods? 

👉🏼 Get the full Listener’s Guide 

=== 

❤️‍🔥 Free Newsletter & the Chase Club 

👋 New to Chasing Excellence? Start here!

 === 

👋 THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS 

🔗 Our Place - Toxin-free kitchenware 

🔗 Pique - Gut health tea 

=== 

🤙 

ABOUT US 

📍 Ben Bergeron is a best-selling author, coach to 7 CrossFit Games champions, and founder of CompTrain. Find him on Instagram. 📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter, writer, and podcaster. Find him on Instagram.

Bio of Chasing Excellence

"Chasing Excellence" is a podcast hosted by Ben Bergeron and Patrick Cummings. The show is dedicated to exploring ways to live a life of better health and increased fulfillment. 

Each week, they delve into the five factors of health and discuss what it takes to achieve excellence in life.

The podcast covers a wide range of topics related to personal development, health, and well-being.

Ben and Patrick also answer listener questions and provide insights and strategies to help people pursue what truly matters in their lives.

Ben Bergeron is a well-known CrossFit coach and owner of CrossFit New England. He is recognized for his expertise in coaching athletes to achieve high performance and success. Patrick Cummings, the co-host, is a health and fitness enthusiast and a seasoned podcast host.

"Chasing Excellence" provides valuable information and actionable advice for listeners seeking to improve their overall health, mindset, and approach to life.

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