Chasing Excellence
- Autor: Vários
- Narrador: Vários
- Editora: Podcast
- Duração: 340:51:19
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Chasing Excellence is a show dedicated to dissecting what it means to live a life of excellence, both inside the gym & out. On each episode, we'll deep dive on various aspects of being an athlete & maximizing your potential.
Episódios
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Stop Making Nutrition Complicated: The Case for Boring, Simple, & Imperfect Eating
18/03/2025 Duração: 52minThe 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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Identity Over Outcomes: How to Pursue Ambitious Goals Without Getting Crushed by Expectations
14/03/2025 Duração: 26minThe 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?
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The Compounding Effect Nobody Talks About: Your Everyday Thoughts
11/03/2025 Duração: 38minThe 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?
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10 Daily Practices for Moving, Thinking, & Kicking Ass into Your 90s
07/03/2025 Duração: 22minThe 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?
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Be a Thermostat, Not a Thermometer (Or, How to Stop Being Pulled Down by Tough Relationships)
04/03/2025 Duração: 41minThe 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?
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6 Ways to Adapt Your Training: From Hyrox to Ironman (and Everything Between)
28/02/2025 Duração: 29minThe 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?
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Don't Let the CrossFit Open Be a Stumbling Block (A Guide to Playing it Smart)
25/02/2025 Duração: 24minThe 3 Big Questions We're Answering: 1. How can the CrossFit Open serve as a tool for assessing overall fitness in a way that is both enjoyable and beneficial for non-competitive athletes? 2. What are effective benchmarks and alternative methods for measuring fitness that prioritize long-term health and performance? 3. How do we balance the pursuit of fitness goals with the need to listen to our bodies and modify workouts to prevent injury and promote longevity?
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CrossFit's Leadership Crisis: Inside the Decision to De-Affiliate
18/02/2025 Duração: 01h04minThe 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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The Passion-Obsession Paradox: The Hidden Cost of Chasing Optimum Health
14/02/2025 Duração: 23minThe 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?
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5 Ways Hard Training Makes Everything Else Easier (The Last One Is Gold)
11/02/2025 Duração: 45minThe 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?
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The Anti-Pushy Playbook: How to Share Your Fitness Passion Without Losing & Confusing People
07/02/2025 Duração: 33minThe 3 Big Questions We're Answering: 1. How can we effectively communicate the benefits of fitness, such as CrossFit, to people unfamiliar with it without jargon or overwhelming them? 2. What strategies can we implement to support aging parents in maintaining their physical fitness and mobility without being pushy or judgmental? 3. How can we create an environment that encourages healthy habits and social connections for ourselves and our loved ones, ultimately promoting a more active and fulfilling lifestyle?
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No Training Partner? The Surprising Solution to Home Gym Motivation
04/02/2025 Duração: 27minThe 5 Questions We're Answering: 1. How can athletes with limited ankle mobility maintain an effective weightlifting routine and participate successfully in CrossFit?2. What's the most effective way to build strength and power when your primary focus is CrossFit performance? 3. How should potential business partners address misaligned visions before opening a CrossFit gym? 4. What strategies can help maintain training motivation when working out alone in a home gym setting? 5. How can families navigate disagreements about nutrition and care for loved ones with cognitive decline while maintaining quality of life?
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The Inner Echo Chamber: When Suppression Amplifies Negative Storytelling (& How to Break Free)
28/01/2025 Duração: 54minThe 3 Big Questions We're Answering:1. How do storytelling and suppression impact our mental fitness, and what practical steps can we take to reframe our narratives for better well-being? 2. What are effective techniques for processing emotions healthily, and how can we prevent the negative consequences of emotional suppression? 3. In what ways can practices like gratitude and mindful breathing enhance our emotional resilience and overall mental health?
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Hunger, Habit, or Hydration? The Real Reason You Can't Stop Late-Night Snacking
24/01/2025 Duração: 29minThe 4 Questions We're Answering: 1. What strategies can help manage and prevent late-night eating habits and cravings? 2. How should athletes approach eating windows when combining intermittent fasting with morning workouts? 3. What type of workout programming best prepares athletes for skiing season? 4. When and how should coaches incorporate mindset discussions and educational talks into their classes?
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The Crew Effect: Why Healthy People Obsess About Who's Around Them
21/01/2025 Duração: 30minThe 3 Big Questions We're Answering: How does the quality of our relationships impact our overall health and well-being?What practical steps can we take to surround ourselves with a supportive and uplifting community?How can our environment influence our health, fitness, and personal growth behaviors?
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3 Psychological Traps Ruining Your Best Moments (& They All Start with ‘E’)
17/01/2025 Duração: 25minThe 3 Big Questions We’re Answering: 1. What role does ego play in limiting our growth and happiness? 2. How do expectations alter our perception of reality and impact our happiness? 3. Why is the pursuit of end games a trap, and how can we embrace the journey instead?
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The Hidden Path from Pull-Ups to Peace of Mind (The Complete Roadmap)
14/01/2025 Duração: 28minThe 3 Big Questions We're Answering: 1. How can we cultivate a sustainable peace of mind amidst the chaos of daily life? 2. What practical steps can we take to align our health and fitness routines with our deeper values and purpose? 3. In what ways can understanding our true priorities lead to a more fulfilling and meaningful life?