Chasing Excellence

👉🏼 Get the full Listener’s Guide here   We explore the idea that embracing your uniqueness and prioritizing health over societal norms can lead to a more fulfilling life. You'll gain practical insights on how to resist the default path and make conscious choices that elevate your well-being, even if they feel weird to others. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Pr...

👉🏼 Get the full Listener’s Guide here   We explore the paradox of navigating health information amidst the noise of social media, with a particular focus on TikTok and its impact on our understanding of wellness.  You'll walk away with practical strategies to harness social media for your benefit, including how to set boundaries, prioritize the basics, and cultivate a disciplined appro...

👉🏼 Get the full Listener’s Guide here   In this episode, EC Synkowski joins us to explore the lessons learned from both Michael Easter’s "The Comfort Crisis" and Netflix's documentary "The Biggest Loser."  We examine the impact of modern comforts on our lives, the challenges of sustainable weight loss, and the importance of understanding your relationship with discomfort. See Privacy P...

👉🏼 Get the full Listener’s Guide here We break down the distinction between training and exercising within the context of America's current fitness boom. Get practical insights on how to assess your fitness goals and incorporate well-rounded training that balances strength, conditioning, and mobility. [[]---[]]   Chasing Excellence is an audience-supported project. To go deeper & to help us...

👉🏼 Get the full Listener’s Guide here   Alongside friend-of-the-show EC Synkowski, we dive into the power of asking better questions and how they can lead to improved results in your health and fitness journey.  ❤️‍🔥  New? Start here! [[]---[]]   Chasing Excellence is an audience-supported project. To go deeper & to help us do even more, consider: · Subscribing to our newsletter to get our...

👉🏼 Get the full Listener’s Guide here   We explore how to effectively become a change agent by understanding where to begin conversations about health and wellness with those who may not share the same knowledge or mindset. You'll walk away with practical strategies to engage others in meaningful discussions about their goals, as well as actionable steps across five key areas: training, sleep, m...

👉🏼 Get the full Listener’s Guide here   Alongside Chris Irwin, we’re exploring the MindKiller of stagnation, discussing how curiosity and wonder can empower you to forge your future self. Learn practical strategies to break free from stagnation, enhance your mental fitness, and create a personal mission statement that aligns with your values. [[]---[]]   Chasing Excellence is an audience-support...

👉🏼 Get the full Listener’s Guide here   We’re diving into the concepts of vision and anti-vision, discussing how they can serve as powerful frameworks for living purposefully and making aligned decisions.  You'll walk away with practical strategies to clarify your own vision, identify your anti-vision, and implement daily actions that lead you toward a more fulfilling life. [[]---[]]   Chasing E...

👉🏼 Get the full Listener’s Guide here   The 3 Big Questions We're Answering:  1. How can building a community centered around shared values and experiences enhance individual health and well-being?  2. What role does the environment play in shaping our behaviors and habits related to fitness, nutrition, and overall happiness?  3. In what ways can intentional relationships and commitments contrib...

👉🏼 Get the full Listener’s Guide here   We're talking about the three essential tools to dismantle the victim mindset: developing awareness to recognize when you're blaming and complaining, reframing situations with "even if it's not my fault, it's my responsibility," and taking immediate action instead of ruminating on negative thoughts.  [[]---[]]   Chasing Excellence is an audience-supported...

👉🏼 Get the full Listener’s Guide here The 3 Big Questions We're Answering:  1. How can we cultivate cognitive health in a world filled with distractions and ultra-processed content?  2. What practical steps can we take to design a life centered around our values and true fulfillment, rather than societal status games?  3. How can we establish a sustainable routine for deep work that enhances our...

The 3 Big Questions We're Answering:  1. What are the key distractions that prevent us from living with passion and purpose, and how can we overcome them?  2. How can we develop awareness of our true desires and align our actions with our values to achieve a fulfilling life?  3. In what ways can we break free from busyness and numbing behaviors to create meaningful habits that support our health a...

The 3 Big Questions We're Answering:  1. How can athletes effectively transition from competitive sports to new life stages while maintaining a healthy mindset and purpose?  2. What are the key lessons learned from high-level competition that can be applied to everyday life, particularly in terms of resilience and goal setting?  3. How does the importance of community and supportive training envir...

The 3 Big Questions We're Answering:  1. How can we effectively cope with the challenges of personal safety and well-being while balancing work demands and relationships?  2. What strategies can we implement to redefine success in our lives, especially when facing significant personal obstacles?  3. How does vulnerability in our relationships enhance connection and understanding, and how can we le...

The 3 Big Questions We're Answering:  1. How can embracing discipline lead to personal growth and a stronger sense of self?  2. What are practical strategies for incorporating hard challenges into our daily routines to foster resilience and character development?  3. In what ways can mindfulness practices, such as breath work and meditation, enhance our emotional and mental well-being?  👉🏼 Get t...

The 3 Big Questions We're Answering:  1. How can parents balance fitness and family responsibilities without sacrificing their health and well-being?  2. What strategies can help parents maintain their training routines amidst the challenges of parenting small children?  3. In what ways can embracing the changing seasons of life enhance our understanding of identity and purpose as parents and indi...

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 ex...

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...

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   ===  ❤️‍🔥 Free Newsletter & the Chase Club   👋 New to Cha...

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?  👉🏼 Get the full Listener’s Guide here...

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...

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 identif...

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 ===  ❤️‍🔥 Free Newsletter & the Chase Club   👋 New to Chasing Excellence? Start here!   ===  👋 THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS  🔗 Momentous - High-quality supplements  🔗 The Defender - Adventure-ready vehicle  ===  🤙 A...

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 Gui...

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 di...