Chasing Excellence

Ben Bergeron & Patrick Cummings

  • 33 minutes 18 seconds
    The Anti-Pushy Playbook: How to Share Your Fitness Passion Without Losing & Confusing People

    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 and social connections for ourselves and our loved ones, ultimately promoting a more active and fulfilling lifestyle? 

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    🤙 ABOUT US 

    📍 Ben Bergeron is a best-selling author, coach to 7 CrossFit Games champions, and founder of CompTrain. Find him on Instagram.

    📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter, writer, and podcaster. Find him on Instagram.

    7 February 2025, 12:00 pm
  • 27 minutes 56 seconds
    No Training Partner? The Surprising Solution to Home Gym Motivation

    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 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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    🤙 ABOUT US 

    📍 Ben Bergeron is a best-selling author, coach to 7 CrossFit Games champions, and founder of CompTrain. Find him on Instagram.

    📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter, writer, and podcaster. Find him on Instagram.

    4 February 2025, 12:00 pm
  • 54 minutes 58 seconds
    The Inner Echo Chamber: When Suppression Amplifies Negative Storytelling (& How to Break Free)

    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 enhance our emotional resilience and overall mental health?

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    🤙 ABOUT US 

    📍 Ben Bergeron is a best-selling author, coach to 7 CrossFit Games champions, and founder of CompTrain. Find him on Instagram.

    📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter, writer, and podcaster. Find him on Instagram.

    28 January 2025, 12:00 pm
  • 29 minutes 34 seconds
    Hunger, Habit, or Hydration? The Real Reason You Can't Stop Late-Night Snacking

    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 their classes? 

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    🤙 ABOUT US 

    📍 Ben Bergeron is a best-selling author, coach to 7 CrossFit Games champions, and founder of CompTrain. Find him on Instagram. 

    📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter, writer, and podcaster. Find him on Instagram.

    24 January 2025, 2:28 pm
  • 30 minutes 13 seconds
    The Crew Effect: Why Healthy People Obsess About Who's Around Them

    The 3 Big Questions We're Answering: 

    1. How does the quality of our relationships impact our overall health and well-being?
    2. What practical steps can we take to surround ourselves with a supportive and uplifting community?
    3. How can our environment influence our health, fitness, and personal growth behaviors?

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    🔗  BetterHelp - Online therapy platform 

    🔗  The Defender - Icon of adventure on the roads 

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    🤙 ABOUT US 

    📍 Ben Bergeron is a best-selling author, coach to 7 CrossFit Games champions, and founder of CompTrain. Find him on Instagram.

    📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter, writer, and podcaster. Find him on Instagram.

    21 January 2025, 2:41 pm
  • 25 minutes 37 seconds
    3 Psychological Traps Ruining Your Best Moments (& They All Start with ‘E’)

    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? 

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    🤙 ABOUT US 

    📍 Ben Bergeron is a best-selling author, coach to 7 CrossFit Games champions, and founder of CompTrain. Find him on Instagram.

    📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter, writer, and podcaster. Find him on Instagram.

    17 January 2025, 2:14 pm
  • 28 minutes 10 seconds
    The Hidden Path from Pull-Ups to Peace of Mind (The Complete Roadmap)

    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? 

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    🔗 Momentous (code: EXCELLENCE) - High-quality supplements 

    🔗 Land Rover - The icon of adventure 

    🔗 LMNT - Zero-sugar electrolyte drink mix

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    🤙 ABOUT US 

    📍 Ben Bergeron is a best-selling author, coach to 7 CrossFit Games champions, and founder of CompTrain. Find him on Instagram.

    📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter, writer, and podcaster. Find him on Instagram.

    14 January 2025, 12:00 pm
  • 28 minutes 18 seconds
    [ 💭 ] Reminders from Ryan Holiday, Steven Kotler, & Greg McKeown

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    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.

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    🤙 ABOUT US

    📍 Ben Bergeron is a best-selling author, coach to 7 CrossFit Games champions, and founder of CompTrain. Find him on Instagram.

    📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter, writer, and podcaster. Find him on Instagram.

    10 January 2025, 12:00 pm
  • 33 minutes 29 seconds
    [ 💭 ] Reminders from James Clear, Robert Waldinger, & Nate Zinsser

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    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 from "Atomic Habits."

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    🤙 ABOUT US

    📍 Ben Bergeron is a best-selling author, coach to 7 CrossFit Games champions, and founder of CompTrain. Find him on Instagram.

    📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter, writer, and podcaster. Find him on Instagram.

    7 January 2025, 12:00 pm
  • 13 minutes 56 seconds
    [ 💭 ] Cultivating Hope: Strategies for Personal Agency & Success

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    In this episode, we explore how hope transforms our mindset and actions.

    We'll examine the key differences between hope and optimism, showing how hope gives you more control over your circumstances.

    You'll discover how understanding the mindset spectrum helps build resilience and personal agency during challenges.

    Most importantly, you'll see how embracing hope boosts motivation and enables positive life changes.

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    🤙 ABOUT US

    📍 Ben Bergeron is a best-selling author, coach to 7 CrossFit Games champions, and founder of CompTrain. Find him on Instagram.

    📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter, writer, and podcaster. Find him on Instagram.

    3 January 2025, 12:00 pm
  • 28 minutes 32 seconds
    [ 💭 ] The Power of Storytelling: Shifting Mindsets from Victim to Competitor

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    We explore the storytelling continuum and how it shapes our mindset.

    By understanding the spectrum of perspectives—from victim to pessimist, optimist, and realist—you can take ownership of your experiences.

    Through reframing your thoughts, you'll discover paths to personal growth and resilience.

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    🤙 ABOUT US

    📍 Ben Bergeron is a best-selling author, coach to 7 CrossFit Games champions, and founder of CompTrain. Find him on Instagram.

    📍 Patrick Cummings is a long-time CrossFitter, writer, and podcaster. Find him on Instagram.

    31 December 2024, 12:00 pm
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