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Most people aren't stuck because they lack information. They're stuck because they know what to do and can't quite do it consistently. The slow drift keeps winning.

Chasing Excellence is for people who are already trying — working out, eating well, staying positive — but find themselves in the one-good-week, one-bad-week cycle.

Ben Bergeron, Patrick Cummings, and a crew of authors, thinkers, and d... more

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We're exploring why counting how many times we pick up our phone each day matters more than tracking total screen time.

By paying attention to that one number — and setting a realistic weekly limit instead of chasing zero — we build awareness of whe... more

We're talking with installation artist Christina Watka, to explore the quiet practice of noticing — meeting life as it is, without judgment, right in the middle of the noise and chaos of raising young kids.

Noticing sharpens our awareness of what's ... more

We're exploring two practices that turn scattered effort into focused work - planning the day before it starts, and reviewing it before it ends.

By building our plan around what actually matters and asking five honest questions at the close of each ... more

We're exploring Ted Gioia's idea of "dopamine culture" — how so many parts of life have drifted from slow, traditional pursuits through faster, modern versions into addictive, bite-sized hits of instant gratification.

By naming where our attention a... more

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Recent Guests

Trevor Ragan
Founder, The Learner Lab
The Learner Lab
Episode: Why Discomfort Means You're Growing (Not Failing)
Ben Bergeron
CrossFit coach and author
Ben Bergeron Coaching / CrossFit
Episode: Am I Building Grit Or Burning Out?
EC Synkowski
Creator of The Three Pillars Method; author of A Good Nutrition Book
The Three Pillars Method / The Consistency Project Podcast
Episode: Why Smart People Keep Outsourcing Their Diet to Strangers (w/ EC Synkowski)
Robert Waldinger
Director of the Harvard Study of Adult Development, author of The Good Life
Harvard Study of Adult Development / Harvard University
Episode: Why We Keep Choosing Work Over the People We Love (w/ Robert Waldinger)
Annie Thorisdottir
Fittest Woman on Earth, CrossFit athlete
CrossFit/Individual athlete
Episode: Annie Thorisdottir Talks Training Character, Consistency, & Collaboration (w/ Christine Bald)
Christine Bald
Writer and co-author
Author/Writer
Episode: Annie Thorisdottir Talks Training Character, Consistency, & Collaboration (w/ Christine Bald)
Rich Joseph
Physician, personal physician to Ben Bergeron
Episode: Ben’s Battle With Depression & What’s Helping Now (w/ Dr Rich Joseph)
Chris Irwin
Subject matter expert discussed on the show
Author/ researcher
Episode: 20 Questions That Map Your Mental Fitness (w/ Chris Irwin)
Kim John Payne
Author of Simplicity Parenting, expert on child development and parenting philosophy
Simplicity Parenting / Educator
Episode: Raise | Screens Are Only 1 of 5 Causes of Anxious Kids (w/ Kim John Payne)

Hosts

Patrick Cummings
Host of the show and co-presenter with a focus on practical psychology and habit formation
Ben Bergeron
Co-host and founder/coach with emphasis on training, coaching, and performance optimization

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 3.7k ratings
  • Wow! 20 Specific Habits Towards Excellence

    A Must Listen for anyone. I’m a 64 year old woman.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Radiantjill
    United States2 months ago
  • A must listen to podcast!!

    Ben and Patrick make learning so easy with thier top notch delivery of curated information, thier amazing insights and thoughtful perspectives. If you seek a great life, Chasing Excellence is a must listen.

    Audible
    5
    Salvo
    United States5 months ago
  • Un dono…

    Una fonte di ispirazione continua. Dopo aver letto i libri di Ben e scoperto il suo podcast la mia mentalità è cambiata. La mia vita è migliorata. Io sono migliorato. Per me loro sono un dono! Grazie!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nicolinx
    Italy10 months ago
  • Mindset

    Found this podcast when I was looking for a way out of a dark place.

    Introduced me to stoic philosophy and showed me that my mindset (and where I was) wasn’t fixed.

    This was back in 2017.

    I survived a year I didn’t think I would and I’m still living by those values and principles I sat listening to 7 years ago.

    Thanks lads!

    Absolute lifesavers

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HD1217x
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • The Best Darn Podcast in the Land

    Writing my first ever podcast review! Been a podcast connoisseur since 2015 and picked up this one in 2019. There are many great podcasts I toggle through but this is the only one where I simply cannot miss an episode, and have even gone back and listened to many episodes that are years old.

    I passionately share the values discussed on this podcast that extend far beyond fitness. The 5 factors have given me a tangible framework for which to intentionally live my life and add value in all of my... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AlbusGracie
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners praise life-changing frameworks and practical takeaways for mindset and routines.
Fans highlight authenticity and depth beyond fitness, with long-term value and community feel.
Some critiques mention ad pacing and occasional misses on specific topics but overall high regard for content quality.

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Talking Points

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Am I Building Grit Or Burning Out?
Q: I've been doing CrossFit for over a decade, and it's helped me grow physically and mentally, including all the competitions I did with my now husband in my late 20s. We recently had our second child, and we both work full time. What's the best way to navigate this new season of life and avoid burning out?
Grit isn't about ignoring signals from your body; it's about recognizing you are in a season and adapting accordingly. Focus on what matters, reduce unnecessary breadth in training, cultivate psychological wins by doing what you enjoy, and lean into supportive routines that maintain your energy and relationships without overwhelming you.
Forever Fit | The 2 Signs You're Too Sore to Train
Q: What is the difference between soreness I should train through and soreness I should back off from?
If soreness is mild and does not limit range of motion, you can train with some adjustments; if soreness is very painful to touch or restricts movement, you should back off and choose a different stimulus.
Forever Fit | Why Your Fitness Feels Stalled (And Why That's Normal)
Q: What is the best advice for a fitness enthusiast who feels like they've hit a plateau?
Progress happens over long timelines, not day-to-day; expect plateaus as normal, and focus on consistency, patience, and long-term adherence rather than chasing immediate gains.
Ben’s Battle With Depression & What’s Helping Now (w/ Dr Rich Joseph)
Q: What advice would you give to listeners about recognizing when to rest versus pushing through during a health crisis?
Trust your body's signals, understand when rest is the best course, and use a balanced approach that may include sleep, rest, gentle daily routines, and medical guidance, rather than pushing through rigidly when your body is signaling inflammation or illness.
Ben’s Battle With Depression & What’s Helping Now (w/ Dr Rich Joseph)
Q: How did the medical team approach Ben's depression when there wasn't a clear biomarker or single cause?
The approach was to rule out other conditions with a broad workup, monitor inflammatory markers like CRP, assess hormones and nutrients, and treat with a combination of medications, lifestyle adjustments, and therapies while recognizing this can be a multifactorial and evolving situation.

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This series centers on practical mindset and habit formation across fitness, health, and everyday life. Episodes regularly explore the five factors—move, eat, think, connect, and rest—through frameworks, real-world coaching tips, and identity-based habit change. Listeners can expect a mix of solo guidance, conversations with athletes, coaches, and parenting experts, plus sponsor segments that support long-term personal development. A standout throughline is turning intention into consistent action, with emphasis on sustainable routines, community challenges, and tools that help crowd out drift from high-performance living.

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2. Ben Bergeron
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4. Robert Waldinger
5. Annie Thorisdottir
6. Christine Bald
7. Rich Joseph
8. Chris Irwin

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