Chasing Excellence

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...

The 3 Big Questions We're Answering:  1. What constitutes a "worthy challenge" in our lives, and how can pursuing these challenges contribute to our personal growth and development?  2. How can we transform everyday struggles into meaningful opportunities for character development and fulfillment?  3. How do ambition and the desire for achievement intersect with the pursuit of internal peace and s...

The 3 Big Questions We're Answering:  1. How can we transform our mindset around fitness from a place of punishment to one of celebration and empowerment?  2. What practical steps can we take to dismantle the victim mentality and foster a healthier self-image?  3. How can changing our language and the words we use impact our motivation and overall well-being?  👉🏼 Get the full Listener’s Guide he...

The 3 Big Questions We're Answering:  1. What are the key habits that lead to personal ineffectiveness, and how can we recognize and shift away from them in our daily lives?  2. How can understanding the difference between being reactive and proactive enhance our overall well-being and effectiveness in different areas of life?  3. In what ways can collaboration and teamwork contribute to achieving...

The 3 Big Questions We're Answering:  1. How can we effectively navigate the influence of technology and screens in our children's lives while promoting a more active and engaged lifestyle?  2. What strategies can we use to create an environment that encourages healthier habits, both at home and in social settings with friends and neighbors?  3. How can we foster open conversations with our childr...

The 4 Questions We're Answering:  1. How can we effectively incorporate mobility and maintenance work into our daily routines to enhance performance and prevent injury?  2. What mental strategies should we use to approach AMRAP workouts versus for-time workouts to optimize performance in each format?  3. How do we handle situations where children resist participating in physical activities, while...

The 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...

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...

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?  👉🏼 Ge...

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   =...

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 sit...

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 f...

The 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 ou...

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 w...

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...

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 meaning...

The 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...

The 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 c...

The 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...

The 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 the...

The 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? 👉🏼 Get the full Listener's Guide here ===  ❤️‍🔥 Free Newsletter & the Chase Club 👉🏼 N...

The 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?  👉🏼 Get the Complete Listener’s Guide here === ❤️‍🔥 Free Newsletter & the Chase Club 👉🏼 New to Chasing Excellence? Sta...

The 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?  👉🏼 Get the full Listener Guide here ===  ❤️‍🔥 Free Newslet...

❤️‍🔥 Free Newsletter & the Chase Club === While we take a holiday break, enjoy this special compilation episode featuring highlights from past interviews. Listen to wisdom from three influential authors: Ryan Holiday on Stoic principles of control, Steven Kotler on achieving flow states, and Greg McKeown on the path to effortless success. === 👋 THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS 🔗  ONESKIN | This revol...

❤️‍🔥 Free Newsletter & the Chase Club === In this special holiday compilation episode, we're featuring highlights from three of our most impactful interviews. Join us as we revisit conversations with Robert Waldinger on social fitness from "The Good Life," Nate Zinsser's practical exercises for mental resilience from "The Confident Mind," and James Clear's insights on systems versus goals fro...