Chasing Excellence

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

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3 Distractions Keeping You From Happiness (The Four Idols, Inner Judgment, & Living Others' Lives)

The 3 Big Questions We're Answering:

1. What are the primary distractions that prevent us from achieving true happiness and fulfillment in our lives?

2. How can we identify and overcome internal psychological traps, such as judgment and unrealistic expectations, that hinder our well-being?

3. What steps can we take to prioritize our own values and desires over societal pressures and external expectations to live a more authentic and purposeful life?

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👋 THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS

🔗 LMNT - Zero-sugar electrolyte drink

🔗 BetterHelp - Online therapy service

🔗 The Defender - Adventure-ready vehicle

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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.

3 Distractions Keeping You From Health (The Supplement Trap, Your Social Circle, & The Perfect Plan)

The 3 Big Questions We're Answering:

1. What are the common distractions that keep us from achieving our health goals, and how can we effectively identify and overcome them?

2. How do our social circles and environments influence our health behaviors, and what strategies can we implement to create a supportive network?

3. In what ways can we shift our focus from perfectionism and obsession with outcomes to a more balanced and sustainable approach to health and well-being?

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❤️‍🔥 Free Newsletter & the Chase Club

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🔗 Monarch Money - Personal financial command center

🔗 Masterclass - Streaming learning platform

🔗 Momentous - High-quality supplements

🔗 the Defender - Adventure-ready vehicle

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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.

Fighting Stress: Why the 5 Factors of Health Are Our Best Weapon

The 3 Big Questions We're Answering:

1. How can understanding stress impact our overall health and well-being?

2. What practical strategies can we implement to manage stress effectively in our daily lives?

3. In what ways does stress influence our pursuit of happiness and sense of purpose?

👉🏼 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

🔗 Momentous - High-quality supplements

🔗 Shopify - Commerce platform for businesses

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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.

Scaling Back to Move Forward: How Modulating Intensity Creates More Fitness

The 4 Listener Questions We're Answering:

1. How do you maintain consistency in your fitness routine while scaling intensity?

2. How do you protect your health and wellness goals in a toxic workplace?

3. What's the smart way to start a fitness journey after a very long break?

4. Should you train for an unpartitioned Murph, and what's the best approach?

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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 - Adventure-ready vehicles

🔗 LMNT - Zero-sugar electrolyte drink

🔗 SKIMS - Comfortable men's underwear

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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.

Less Training, More Life: How Cole Sager is Redefining What Matters Most

The 3 Big Questions We're Answering:

1. How is Cole Sager transitioning from a high-level competitive mindset to a more balanced approach to fitness and life?

2. What lessons has Cole learned from years of intense training and competition that can be applied to our everyday life and relationships?

3. In what ways can we all prioritize our health and well-being while still pursuing our passions and responsibilities?

👉🏼 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

🔗 MUD/WTR - Organic mushroom coffee alternative

🔗 The Defender - Adventure-ready vehicle

🔗 Our Place - Beautiful kitchenware

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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.

Values Over Vanity: Why Health Might be the Best Dating Filter

The 4 Questions We're Answering:

1. How can aligning on health and fitness values influence your search for a life partner, and what role should these values play in dating?

2. What strategies can you use to address physical imbalances that develop from transitioning to more rotational sports as you age?

3. Which supplements are truly essential for performance and health, and how do you identify high-quality options?

4. How can you transition away from tracking macros and weighing food while maintaining your nutrition goals?

👉🏼 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 SPONSOR

🔗 LMNT - Zero-sugar electrolyte drink

===

🤙 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.

April’s Big Ideas: Facing Fear, Why Teams Matter, & Daily Excellence

Something of an experiment this week: We’ve collected some of the best moments and biggest ideas from our April episodes.

👉🏼 Get the Episode Guide & all relevant links here

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❤️‍🔥 Free Newsletter & the Chase Club

👋 New to Chasing Excellence? Start here!

===

👋 THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS

🔗 Momentous - High-quality supplements

🔗 The Defender - Adventure-ready vehicle

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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 Turtle Principle: Why Resistance Makes Fear & Anxiety Worse

The 3 Big Questions We're Answering:

1. How can understanding and addressing our fears improve our mental health and overall well-being?

2. What practical strategies can we implement to counteract the mind killers, particularly fear, in our daily lives?

3. In what ways can cultivating openness and vulnerability enhance our resilience against anxiety and stress?

👉🏼 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

🔗 BetterHelp - Online therapy platform

🔗 Helix Sleep - Personalized sleep solution

🔗 the Defender - Legendary adventure vehicle

🔗 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 Raised Hand Rule: How to Know Who You Can Help

The 3 Big Questions We're Answering:

1. How can we navigate feelings of guilt and responsibility when a friend struggles with addiction or unhealthy behaviors?

2. What role does being present play in supporting friends who may need help, and how can we create a safe space for them to reach out?

3. How do we balance our own well-being with the desire to help others, especially when faced with difficult relationships?

👉🏼 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

🔗 Shopify - Commerce platform for businesses

🔗 Thrive Market - Trusted, family-friendly brands

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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.

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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