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Doc Cummings Podcasts
Looking to build more than just physical fitness? Join Ben Bergeron and Patrick Cummings as they explore how daily practices create the foundation for lasting peace of mind. Through practical frameworks and honest conversations, discover how deep health unlocks the freedom to chase what truly matters. Learn the five essential factors - training, eating, thinking, sleeping, and connecting - that transform fleeting moments of clarity into a life of sustained fulfillment. If you're ready to mov ...
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The Crux of Your Health Problem? You're Solving the Wrong Problem
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1:06:38šš¼ Get the full Listenerās Guide here Alongside Jamison Price & Spencer Nix, we delve into the importance of self-awareness and systems thinking in health and fitness coaching, exploring how identifying personal bottlenecks can lead to meaningful transformation. Learn practical strategies for engaging with your own health journey, including how to ā¦
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The Individualism Trap: How Modern Life Is Making Us Miserable (And What Groups Can Do About It)
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1:02:11šš¼Get the full Listenerās Guide here With Colin Fisher, author of The Collective Edge, we delve into the theme of individualism versus collectivism and examine how our connections within groups influence our lives, happiness, and overall well-being. You'll gain practical insights on how to enhance group dynamics, promote psychological safety, and hā¦
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Being Normal is Making Us Sick. It's Time to Embrace Being Weird
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46:49šš¼Get the full Listenerās 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. [[]---[]] Chasing Excelleā¦
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The ABCDs of Real Health: Attitude, Basics, Consistency & Discipline
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1:04:05šš¼Get the full Listenerās 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,ā¦
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Stop Choosing the Wrong Discomfort: 10 Lessons from The Comfort Crisis & Netflix's Biggest Loser Doc
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1:04:44šš¼Get the full Listenerās Guide here In this episode, EC Synkowski joins us to explore the lessons learned from both Michael Easterās "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 relationsā¦
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Training vs Exercising: Why the 5-3-1 Method Destroys Random Workouts
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1:04:28šš¼Get the full Listenerās 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-suppā¦
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Asking Better Questions, Getting Better Results: The 5 Enemies Blocking Your Progress
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1:02:25šš¼ Get the full Listenerās 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. ā¤ļøāš„ New? Start here! [[]---[]] Chasing Excellence is an audience-supported project. To go deeper & to help us do even more, consider: Ā· Subsā¦
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From Raised Hands to Real Change: A Step-by-Step Guide to Being a Better Change Agent
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1:11:03šš¼ Get the full Listenerās 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 sā¦
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Your Ferrari Brain: Stop Idling in Mental Traffic
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1:01:18šš¼ Get the full Listenerās Guide here Alongside Chris Irwin, weāre 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. [[]---[ā¦
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Vision & Anti-Vision: The Push-Pull Framework for Living on Purpose
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1:04:31šš¼Get the full Listenerās Guide here Weāre 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 aā¦
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The Anti-Modern Neighborhood: A Radical Prescription for Deep Health
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1:04:15šš¼ Get the full Listenerās 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 intentā¦
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The Mental Gym: 3 Simple Tools to Kill Your Victim Mindset (Before It Kills Your Dreams)
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55:03šš¼ Get the full Listenerās 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. [[]---[]] Cā¦
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The Deep Life Blueprint: Cal Newport on Escaping Status Games & Finding True Fulfillment
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57:26šš¼ Get the full Listenerās 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 sustaiā¦
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3 Distractions Keeping You From Living With Passion (Fear of Uncertainty, Self-Doubt, & Comfort Seeking)
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1:02:52The 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 creā¦
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Katrin: 'I Never Had Bad Training Days' - The Mindset That Built a CrossFit Champ
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1:05:47The 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 importā¦
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When Youāre Just Trying to Survive (But Everyone Else is Trying to Thrive)
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34:46The 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 ā¦
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Why This NOBULL Co-Founder Chooses to Do Hard Things (And You Should Too)
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1:10:15The 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 oā¦
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