The Chasing Health Podcast

Summary In this Coaches' Roundtable Q&A, Chase and Chris answer six great listener questions about fitness, nutrition, and staying consistent. They talk about whether you should switch up your cardio machines, if wearing layers helps burn more fat, and what to do when workouts make you super hungry. They also cover when to use machines vs. free weights, where to focus as a beginner, and if...

Summary In this episode, Chase and Chris talk about how people make nutrition way harder than it needs to be. They share four common things people stress about that really don’t matter as much as we think. Things like tracking your macros perfectly, only eating "clean" foods, or worrying about supplements before you've even got the basics down. They explain how it's way more help...

Summary: In this episode of The Chasing Health Podcast , Chase and Chris dive into a variety of topics, from overcoming food cravings to training for endurance in everyday activities. They discuss why so many people struggle with simple meals and how our taste buds have been conditioned to prefer highly processed foods. They also break down the idea of the body’s "set point" in weight lo...

Summary This 300th episode of The Chasing Health Podcast is packed with no-BS, real talk about weight loss, motivation, and navigating challenges on your health journey. Hosts Chase Smith & Chris Bealhen bring in expert coaches Lauren McWhorter, Jamie Barroso, and Logan DeCamp for an epic roundtable discussion covering everything you need to know to stay consistent, stop self-sabotaging, and s...

Summary: In this episode, Chase and Chris tackle some of the most common struggles people face on their fitness journey. They answer listener questions about overcoming workout burnout, making rest days feel productive, staying hydrated without overthinking it, and whether protein supplements are really the best option. Chase also shares his own experience taking a diet break, explaining why somet...

Summary: In this episode, Chase and Chris sit down with Jillian, a dedicated mom, bus driver, and fitness enthusiast who has completely transformed her life. Jillian shares her journey from struggling with weight gain due to fast food and restrictive dieting to finding sustainable success through strength training and mindset shifts. She talks about the moment she decided to change—getting out of...

Summary In this episode, Chase and Chris answer listener questions about common struggles in March, fitness plateaus, and optimizing fat loss. They discuss why many people give up on their diets around this time of year and how small adjustments—rather than drastic changes—can make all the difference. Take our Diet Audit if you're feeling stuck and need to know where to pivot next: https://api...

Summary In this episode of The Chasing Health Podcast, Chase and Chris break down the key differences between online coaching and in-person training. If you’ve ever thought you needed a trainer standing next to you to stay motivated, this conversation might change your perspective. Chris shares his experience of starting as an in-person trainer, only to realize that most of his clients weren’t str...

Summary: In this Q&A episode, Chase and Chris tackle some of the most common struggles when it comes to food, mindset, and motivation. They dive into the concept of "facts over feelings" , explaining why waiting for motivation to strike is a losing game. They discuss how to manage food noise—the constant thoughts about food and cravings—and share strategies to quiet the noise and tak...

Summary In this episode, Chase and Chris welcome back Iman, a returning guest from Episode 43, to dive deep into the topic of people pleasing—how it affects your health, mindset, and weight loss journey. They discuss how saying yes too often can lead to self-sabotage, why setting boundaries is crucial, and how small changes can create a ripple effect in your life and even inspire those around you....

Summary In this episode of The Chasing Health Podcast , Chase and Chris are back for another coaches' roundtable Q&A, tackling some of the most common struggles in nutrition and fitness. They kick off with exciting news—Allicia, a former client with an inspiring weight loss journey, is joining the team as the new Community Success Manager! The conversation then shifts into strategies for s...

Summary: In this episode, Chase and Chris tackle shiny object syndrome —the constant urge to chase new diets, workout plans, and weight-loss shortcuts. With the new year in full swing, many people feel tempted to switch things up, but is that really the best move? They break down why people struggle with staying consistent , how comparison fuels frustration, and why boring but effective habits are...

Summary: In this episode of The Chasing Health Podcast , Chase and Chris dive into another Coaches' Roundtable Q&A, tackling questions on planning, training, and recovery. They start by discussing the importance of having a plan in place—whether it’s for meals, workouts, or overall fitness goals—to help reduce stress and make progress easier. Then, they answer listener questions, covering...

Summary You know what to do, but why aren’t you doing it? Chase and Chris dive into the gap between knowing and doing—and how accountability, coaching, and support make all the difference. They discuss why knowledge alone won’t get you results, why your spouse or friends aren’t the best accountability partners, and why having a coach can help you see (and fix) blind spots in your journey. If you’v...

Summary In this episode, Chase and Chris answer some of your most common health and fitness questions! Chris shares his struggles with getting back into the gym after a rough week, and Chase talks about battling a cold while staying on track with his goals. They dive into topics like whether you should train one limb at a time, how to handle late-night hunger, and why you might feel guilty about e...

Summary Are you spending hours in the gym but not seeing the results you want? Chase and Chris break down the biggest mistakes people make with their workouts and how to fix them. From group classes that don’t build real strength to the myth that lifting makes you bulky, this episode is packed with insights to help you get the most out of your training. Whether you’re working out at the gym or at...

Summary: In this Q&A episode, Chase and Chris answer listener questions about workout routines, diet fatigue, and why the scale might not be moving even when you’re doing everything right. They break down the debate between squats and walking for blood sugar regulation, explain how to tell if your calorie deficit is too low, and share their personal fitness goals. Plus, they give a behind-the-...

Summary In this episode, Chase and Chris dive into common struggles with motivation, food choices, and food noise. They discuss why waiting to "feel ready" can hold you back from making progress and how small actions, even when you're unmotivated, can create long-term success. The conversation shifts to food decisions—how to choose between whole grain and protein pasta, what to look...

Summary In this episode, Chase and Chris welcome special guest Liz Wolfgang, a coach who specializes in functional health and ADHD. They dive deep into the challenges ADHD can bring to nutrition, fitness, and everyday life. Liz shares her personal journey of being diagnosed in her 30s and how she learned to manage ADHD through food, movement, and lifestyle changes. They cover topics like binge eat...

Summary In this Q&A episode of The Chasing Health Podcast, Chase and Chris dive into three insightful listener questions about fitness, nutrition, and lifestyle. They discuss how to identify and break through fitness plateaus, emphasizing the importance of consistency, accurate tracking, and focusing on nutrition. They also unpack how stress and poor sleep can affect weight loss, offering prac...

Summary In this episode of The Chasing Health Podcast , Chase and Chris dive into a phrase we’ve all said before: “Tomorrow’s a new day.” They explore the positives and negatives of this mindset when it comes to fitness, nutrition, and life. While the ability to let go of perfection and reset is vital, using this phrase too often can lead to procrastination and inconsistency. Chase and Chris break...

Summary In this episode, Chase and Chris tackle your burning health and nutrition questions! They start by exploring the differences between whey protein concentrate and isolate in high-protein yogurts, emphasizing how individual gut health impacts tolerance. Next, they dive into sleep issues at age 45 and beyond, discussing how hormones like estrogen, cortisol, and melatonin affect sleep quality...

Summary In this episode of The Chasing Health Podcast , Chase and Chris welcome Kristen Elizabeth, an inspiring coach with a remarkable story of perseverance and growth. Kristen shares how she transitioned from active duty in the Army to becoming a leading coach for high-performing women. She opens up about hitting rock bottom, rebuilding her life after personal hardships, and the mindset shifts t...

Summary In this episode of The Chasing Health Podcast , Chase Smith and Chris Bealhen tackle your burning health and fitness questions in another installment of the Coaches Roundtable. They cover essential topics, like whether you can maintain muscle without strength training, the effectiveness of weighted vests, and why cravings spike after the holidays. The coaches also discuss how to make healt...

Summary In this episode, Chase Smith and Chris Bealhen discuss practical, sustainable strategies to achieve fat loss in 2025. They share the importance of focusing on consistency over perfection, fueling your body rather than punishing it, and understanding that hormones are not an excuse but part of the equation. They dive into mindset shifts, like breaking the day into chunks and celebrating sma...