🤟🏼 Free Newsletter & the Chase Club === What: We discuss the impact of stress on parenting and how societal expectations, technology usage, and self-comparison can exacerbate stress levels in parents. Why: Understanding and managing stress is crucial for maintaining a healthy family environment, as parental stress can significantly influence children's mental and emotional well-being. How: 🌱 Focus on creating a relaxed and caring home environment to reduce stress. 📵 Limit screen time to ...
Oct 22, 2024•43 min•Ep. 384
🟢 Free Newsletter & the Chase Club We explore a list of ten activities that we might not be naturally inclined to do as humans. We talk about each of these activities, highlighting the contrast between our evolutionary past and modern lifestyle. Topics include rigid work schedules, artificial environments, sedentary habits, and processed foods, raising questions about societal norms and their impact on well-being. ⌚ TIMECODE: 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 00:14 10 Things Humans Ar...
Oct 18, 2024•32 min•Ep. 383
💥 Free Newsletter & the Chase Club We explore insights drawn from Bronnie Ware's article on the 5 Regrets of the Dying, based on her observations as a palliative care worker. We talk through each of the regrets, which reveal the common themes of prioritizing authenticity, meaningful connections, emotional expression, work-life balance, and happiness. Our conversation dives into the balance of life priorities and the courage required to make changes that lead to a fulfilled life. ⌚ TIMECODE:...
Oct 15, 2024•41 min•Ep. 382
💥 Free Newsletter & the Chase Club We tackle 4 of your mindset questions this time around. We discuss maintaining motivation beyond personal records, overcoming victim mindsets, balancing career demands with health, and supporting children with dyslexia. Key topics include adjusting goals, fostering self-awareness, managing work-life balance, and promoting children's growth through positive parenting, skill-building, and limited screen time. ⌚ TIMECODE: 00:00 Welcome to Chasing Excellence 0...
Oct 11, 2024•43 min•Ep. 381
🫐 Free Newsletter & the Chase Club In this third installment of our series on programming for optimal fitness, we discuss creating a weekly workout framework and emphasize the importance of intentional intensity over maximal effort. We explore various training zones and provide practical strategies for modulating intensity, ensuring consistent training while prioritizing mechanics, consistency, and then intensity. We also delve into understanding individual rates of perceived exertion and o...
Oct 08, 2024•33 min•Ep. 380
🫡 Weekly Newsletter & the Chase Club We’re revisiting our key framework of awareness, intention, and action, highlighting how it can help us live healthier and happier lives. We discuss the importance of transforming complex concepts into simple, actionable principles and how these principles apply to various life aspects, from personal health to professional growth. We explore the necessity of bringing curiosity and perspective to our awareness, understanding emotional triggers, and the im...
Oct 04, 2024•36 min•Ep. 379
🟢 Free Newsletter & the Chase Club We dive into our queue of listener questions, including ones about effective recovery tactics, balancing spontaneity with intentional daily planning, and strategies for improving client mindsets. ⌚ TIMECODE: 00:00 Welcome and Introduction 00:53 Pro Tips for Faster Recovery 04:15 Balancing Family and Fitness 06:40 Implementing Lessons from Books 14:27 Thanks to our Sponsors: Eight Sleep & Cozy Earth 17:20 Balancing Spontaneity and Planning 21:21 Discuss...
Oct 01, 2024•28 min•Ep. 378
🌻 Free Newsletter & the Chase Club We revisit and reflect on a talk Ben gave in 2017, introducing the teardrop model of public health. We analyze the paradigm shift in our approach to fitness and health, addressing the misconceptions and behaviors that impact public health, and exploring how far we've come in understanding preventative healthcare versus sick care. We also discuss the role of CrossFit gyms and the evolving conversations surrounding nutrition, exercise, and long-term health. ...
Sep 27, 2024•35 min•Ep. 377
🕶️ Free Newsletter & the Chase Club We dive into the concept of Micro-Misogi, inspired by Michael Easter's book 'The Comfort Crisis'. We discuss how modern conveniences have eroded our resilience and explore actionable steps to reintroduce purposeful discomfort into our lives. Through discussing the guidelines for a successful Micro-Misogi, including being outdoors, solitary and device-free, challenging and unique, and fitting within a 4 to 48-hour timeframe, we aim to help listeners create...
Sep 24, 2024•48 min•Ep. 376
🍁 Free Newsletter & the Chase Club We discuss the intricate dynamics of intrinsic versus extrinsic motivation, revealing how they shape our actions and satisfaction. We explore the idea that external measures like wealth and accolades are often misguiding, while internal drivers align more closely with our true purpose and happiness. Additionally, we delve into the pitfalls of comparison and the nature of true competition, highlighting the importance of finding worthy rivals to foster perso...
Sep 20, 2024•49 min•Ep. 375
🦩 Free Newsletter & the Chase Club We dive into a listener's question about self-accountability and the challenge of maintaining commitments without external validation. We discuss the importance of connection in health, breaking down how being internally and externally accountable can align with our values and priorities. We also explore strategies to create supportive environments and the significance of living a life of integrity. ⌚ TIMECODE: 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:30 Listener...
Sep 17, 2024•27 min•Ep. 374
🌵 Weekly Newsletter & the Chase Club We’re exploring the intense pressures faced by athletes during major competitions like the Olympics and CrossFit Games. We examine the importance of embracing imperfection, maintaining a flow state, and focusing on character over circumstances. We emphasize how these principles are not only pivotal for athletes but for anyone striving for excellence while battling the allure of perfectionism in today’s social-media-driven world. ⌚TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Welcome...
Sep 13, 2024•38 min•Ep. 373
👊 Weekly Newsletter & the Chase Club We’re jumping into questions from members of the Chase Club around maintaining healthy relationships, starting a personal training business, improving CrossFit competitiveness, and dealing with grief during workouts. One listener struggles with a friend's negativity, while another seeks advice on becoming a personal trainer. We also discuss strategies for identifying and overcoming weaknesses in CrossFit, and the importance of allowing space for grief in...
Sep 10, 2024•31 min•Ep. 372
🍌 Free Newsletter & the Chase Club We’re sharing a special crossover episode from the Consistency Project podcast , which focuses on the critical differences between expectations and reality in the context of diet and nutrition. EC and Patrick talk about why diets often fail - reasons like unrealistic caloric targets, misconceptions about what a healthy diet looks like, the importance of sustainable change, and the patience required to see long-term results. ⌚ TIMECODE: 00:00 Introduction t...
Sep 06, 2024•34 min•Ep. 371
🫶 Weekly Newsletter & the Chase Club We’re talking about building tolerance for minor inconveniences to improve our overall mental fitness and resilience. Inspired by a previously discussed tactic of letting go of minor irritations, we explore practical examples and strategies to handle everyday disruptions more gracefully. ⌚TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 01:00 Quick Recommendation Roundup 04:01 Parenting Insights and Personal Stories 07:14 Thanks to Our Sponsors: Thesis & LM...
Sep 03, 2024•30 min•Ep. 370
🟢 Free Newsletter & the Chase Club We’re explore the paradox of high expectations and their impact on our performance. We talk about the balance between discipline and surrender, discussing how high expectations can sometimes lead to stress and hinder our pursuit of excellence. We also touch on the importance of learning without judgment and handling life's challenges without labeling them as good or bad. ⌚ TIMECODE 00:00 Introduction and Greetings 00:23 The Paradox of High Expectations 02:...
Aug 30, 2024•33 min•Ep. 369
🚀 Weekly Newsletter & the Chase Club We’re continuing our conversation about effective training and getting in the best shape of your life. This time, we’re talking about cyclical threshold conditioning. We dissect the concept, explore its applications, and explain why it's crucial for achieving peak fitness. We discuss training five to six days a week, intentional intensity, and the elegance of complementary movement patterns. ⌚TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:30 Recap of Part ...
Aug 27, 2024•33 min•Ep. 368
👊 Weekly Newsletter & the Chase Club We’re jumping back into your questions this week. We tackle concerns like overcoming mental blocks in workouts, measuring fitness biomarkers, the benefits of VersaLifts, and effective running routines for military training. We also share personal stories and advice for encouraging health in loved ones, particularly parents. ⌚️ TIMECODE 00:00 Introduction and Greetings 01:31 Listener Shoutout: Noah's Appreciation 04:05 Addressing Mental Blocks in Fitness ...
Aug 23, 2024•27 min•Ep. 367
📫 Weekly Newsletter & the Chase Club We explore the concept of 'dopamine culture' — a term coined by writer Ted Gioia — and its implications, distinguishing between slow traditional culture, fast modern culture, and dopamine culture. We aim to raise awareness and provide actionable insights on how to reclaim our attention from addictive technologies and foster meaningful connections. ⌚ TIMECODE: 00:00 Welcome and Introduction 03:06 Introduction to Dopamine Culture 04:01 The Shift from Slow ...
Aug 20, 2024•45 min•Ep. 366
🚀 Weekly Newsletter & the Chase Club Jamison Price joins us to break down his Five Factors Coaching Method, which he is developing at his gym, CrossFit Elysium. We explore the 15 questions across all 5 Factors that he gives to new clients, outlining the rationale behind each question. 00:00 Welcome to Chasing Excellence 04:26 The Sickness-Wellness-Fitness Continuum 15:03 The EAT Questions 19:07 The SLEEP Questions 26:39 The TRAIN Questions 32:20 Thanks to our Sponsors: Qualia Life & Sho...
Aug 16, 2024•58 min•Ep. 365
🤟🏼 Weekly Newsletter & the Chase Club We dive into a variety of questions from gym owners and coaches about effectively running a gym and improving their coaching skills this time around. We explore the importance of setting boundaries as a coach, fostering a culture of trust and feedback, and ensuring consistency in coaching methods. We also discuss solutions for coaches who train at competing gyms, conflicting advice among coaches, and the role of a coach’s physical capabilities in their...
Aug 13, 2024•28 min•Ep. 364
🫶 Support the Dukic Family here We’re talking about the unique aspects of being a competitive Masters athlete in the sport of CrossFit. We explore the necessary adjustments in training due to age-related factors and discuss the competitive lifecycle of Masters athletes, providing insights on balancing volume, intensity, and recovery, and emphasizing the importance of focusing on skills and mobility. Our discussion includes strategies for optimizing long-term performance, considerations for avoi...
Aug 09, 2024•35 min•Ep. 363
👉 Weekly Newsletter & the Chase Club We’re talking about the long-term development of future CrossFit Games champions, focusing on building versatile athletes from a young age, emphasizing the importance of exposing them to various sports such as CrossFit, gymnastics, basketball, and track and field. We discuss mental toughness, the significance of handling adversity, and the need for mindfulness practices. Additionally, we explore the developmental differences during different life stages ...
Aug 06, 2024•32 min•Ep. 362
❤️ Weekly Newsletter & the Chase Club We’ve got a great chat with Mark England, co-founder and head coach of Enlifted , about the profound value of silence, solitude, and the power of storytelling in our minds. We explore how these elements contribute to personal growth and well-being, delving into effective techniques such as full-sentence journaling and mindful breathing. Mark shares his insights from his personal experiences and 17 years of professional practice, providing practical advic...
Aug 02, 2024•46 min•Ep. 361
🤩 Weekly Newsletter & the Chase Club We’re discussing what it means to get in the best shape of your life. We take a comprehensive approach to physical fitness, emphasizing the importance of strength training, cardiovascular endurance, and bodyweight exercises. We break down a practical weekly training framework that includes three days of compound free-weight exercises, one long run, and mixed-modal conditioning. Finally, we highlight the benefits of incorporating functional movement into ...
Jul 30, 2024•40 min•Ep. 360
🔔 Weekly Newsletter & the Chase Club We’re diving into listener questions across various topics, including launching an online coaching program, choosing effective fitness trackers, tackling posture issues from desk work, blending CrossFit with Ironman training, and maintaining strength gains with limited equipment. We also touch on adapting meal plans to daily activity levels and responding to contradictory information in health research. 00:00 Welcome to Chasing Excellence 01:47 Launching...
Jul 26, 2024•25 min•Ep. 359
🤙🏼 Weekly Newsletter & the Chase Club We’re answering listener questions about training strategies for military fitness tests, maintaining muscle during recovery from surgeries, supporting friends through depression, balancing creative pursuits with fitness routines, and nutrition tips for refueling between competition events. 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 02:38 Question 1: Training for a Selection Course 08:33 Question 2: Maintaining Muscle During Recovery 13:31 Thanks to our Sp...
Jul 23, 2024•33 min•Ep. 358
❤️ Weekly Newsletter & the Chase Club We answer a listener's question on how society can collectively pursue better health. We delve into the sickness-wellness-fitness continuum popularized by CrossFit, discuss the importance of bravery, and explore schools' role in creating a healthier world. We also examine the significant impact of big food, big soda, and big pharma on public health and consider how individual efforts and systemic changes can help move people from sickness to wellness and...
Jul 19, 2024•34 min•Ep. 357
❤️ Weekly Newsletter & Premium Subscription We’re talking about five characteristics of high performers, exploring concepts such as having a ridiculous work ethic, staying accountable, prioritizing what's important now, taking ownership, and initiating above and beyond expectations. We share insights and anecdotes from renowned high achievers, including athletes and business leaders, to illustrate how these traits drive exceptional performance and success. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:2...
Jul 16, 2024•37 min•Ep. 356
❤️ Weekly Newsletter & the Chase Club We're talking about the simplest yet most powerful recipe for success: showing up and not complaining. We discuss how being present and maintaining a positive mindset can significantly impact various aspects of life, from fitness and relationships to professional endeavors. 00:00 Welcome to Chasing Excellence 01:06 Join the Chase Club and Book Club Updates 02:01 Moments of Joy: Running and Rucking 05:30 Thanks to our Sponsors: OneSkin , Notion , & LM...
Jul 12, 2024•35 min•Ep. 355
