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• 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 === ❤️‍🔥 Free Newsletter & the Chase Club 👋 New to Chasing Excellence? Start here! === 👋 THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS 🔗 Pique - Gut health tea 🔗 Shopify - Full eCommerce solution === 🤙 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.

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• 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.

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• 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.

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• Be a Thermostat, Not a Thermometer (Or, How to Stop Being Pulled Down by Tough Relationships)

  The 4 Questions We're Answering: 1. How can you be a thermostat instead of a thermometer in challenging relationships, especially with family members who don't share your pursuit of excellence? 2. What's the optimal balance between strength and endurance training for CrossFit athletes, particularly those with smaller body types? 3. How can you balance gratitude for your current professional situation while still pursuing growth and positive change? 4. What are the most effective training protocols to prepare for the Murph workout, especially if push-ups are your limiting factor? 👉🏼 Get the full Listener’s Guide here === ❤️‍🔥 Free Newsletter & the Chase Club 👋 New to Chasing Excellence? Start here! === 👋 THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS 🔗 Lumen - Handheld metabolic coach 🔗 Momentous - High-quality supplements === 🤙 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.

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• 6 Ways to Adapt Your Training: From Hyrox to Ironman (and Everything Between)

  The 3 Big Questions We're Answering: 1. How can you effectively adapt your training regimen for different athletic events, such as Hyrox, Ironman, or a marathon, while maintaining overall fitness? 2. What are the key strategies for incorporating weight loss into your training without sacrificing muscle mass and strength? 3. How can transitioning from competitive training to a more sustainable fitness routine impact your mental well-being and long-term health goals? 👉🏼 Get the full Listener’s Guide here === ❤️‍🔥 Free Newsletter & the Chase Club 👋 New to Chasing Excellence? Start here! === 👋 THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS 🔗 Factor Meals -  Chef-made meals delivered to you 🔗 LMNT - Zero-sugar electrolyte drink mix 🔗 Momentous - High-quality supplements [code: EXCELLENCE] === 🤙 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.

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