Chasing Excellence

By: Ben Bergeron & Patrick Cummings
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  • Summary

  • Looking to build more than just physical fitness? Join Ben Bergeron and Patrick Cummings as they explore how daily practices create the foundation for lasting peace of mind. Through practical frameworks and honest conversations, discover how deep health unlocks the freedom to chase what truly matters. Learn the five essential factors - training, eating, thinking, sleeping, and connecting - that transform fleeting moments of clarity into a life of sustained fulfillment. If you're ready to move beyond quick fixes and build context-independent peace of mind, this is your guide.
    Ben Bergeron & Patrick Cummings
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Episodes
  • CrossFit's Leadership Crisis: Inside the Decision to De-Affiliate

    CrossFit's Leadership Crisis: Inside the Decision to De-Affiliate
    Feb 18 2025

    The 3 Big Questions We're Answering:

    1. How can gym owners navigate the complexities of brand affiliation to ensure alignment with their values and community needs?

    2. What role does leadership play in fostering a supportive and transparent environment within fitness communities, especially during times of crisis?

    3. In what ways can individuals maintain their passion for fitness and community while adapting to changes within the broader fitness landscape?

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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

    🔗 Lumen - Handheld metabolic coach

    🔗 the Defender - Icon of adventure on the road

    🔗 MUD/WTR - Coffee alternative with adaptogens

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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.
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • The Passion-Obsession Paradox: The Hidden Cost of Chasing Optimum Health

    The Passion-Obsession Paradox: The Hidden Cost of Chasing Optimum Health
    Feb 14 2025

    The 3 Big Questions We're Answering:

    1. How can we effectively communicate our health and lifestyle choices to family members who may not understand or agree with our decisions?

    2. What is the difference between passion, compliance, and obsession in our pursuit of health and wellness, and how can we maintain a balanced approach?

    3. How can we navigate social situations and family dynamics while staying true to our values and prioritizing our health and happiness?

    👉🏼 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

    🔗 LMNT - Zero-sugar electrolyte drink mix

    🔗 Shopify - E-commerce platform 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.
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    24 mins
  • 5 Ways Hard Training Makes Everything Else Easier (The Last One Is Gold)

    5 Ways Hard Training Makes Everything Else Easier (The Last One Is Gold)
    Feb 11 2025

    The 3 Big Questions We're Answering:

    1. How can the lessons learned from hard training in the gym be applied to improve our mental resilience and overall life satisfaction?

    2. What role do judgment and expectation play in our ability to start new challenges, and how can we overcome these barriers?

    3. How can surrounding ourselves with like-minded individuals transform our struggles into meaningful progress in both fitness and daily life?

    👉🏼 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

    🔗 Birddogs - Comfortable men's clothing [code: EXCELLENCE]

    🔗 Momentous - High-quality supplements [code: EXCELLENCE]

    🔗 the Defender - Icon of adventure on the road

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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.
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    46 mins

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I’ve been listening to Chasing Excellence for more than a year and I’m pumped they are on Audible.

Patrick and Ben offer an amazing insight into how to be the best possible version of yourself in fitness, business, and life.

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