• 3 Distractions Keeping You From Health (The Supplement Trap, Your Social Circle, & The Perfect Plan)
    May 20 2025

    The 3 Big Questions We're Answering:

    1. What are the common distractions that keep us from achieving our health goals, and how can we effectively identify and overcome them?

    2. How do our social circles and environments influence our health behaviors, and what strategies can we implement to create a supportive network?

    3. In what ways can we shift our focus from perfectionism and obsession with outcomes to a more balanced and sustainable approach to health and well-being?

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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.

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    59 mins
  • Fighting Stress: Why the 5 Factors of Health Are Our Best Weapon
    May 16 2025

    The 3 Big Questions We're Answering:

    1. How can understanding stress impact our overall health and well-being?

    2. What practical strategies can we implement to manage stress effectively in our daily lives?

    3. In what ways does stress influence our pursuit of happiness and sense of purpose?

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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.

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    20 mins
  • Scaling Back to Move Forward: How Modulating Intensity Creates More Fitness
    May 13 2025

    The 4 Listener Questions We're Answering:

    1. How do you maintain consistency in your fitness routine while scaling intensity?

    2. How do you protect your health and wellness goals in a toxic workplace?

    3. What's the smart way to start a fitness journey after a very long break?

    4. Should you train for an unpartitioned Murph, and what's the best approach?

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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.

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    34 mins
  • Less Training, More Life: How Cole Sager is Redefining What Matters Most
    May 6 2025

    The 3 Big Questions We're Answering:

    1. How is Cole Sager transitioning from a high-level competitive mindset to a more balanced approach to fitness and life?

    2. What lessons has Cole learned from years of intense training and competition that can be applied to our everyday life and relationships?

    3. In what ways can we all prioritize our health and well-being while still pursuing our passions and responsibilities?

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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.

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    54 mins
  • Values Over Vanity: Why Health Might be the Best Dating Filter
    May 2 2025

    The 4 Questions We're Answering:

    1. How can aligning on health and fitness values influence your search for a life partner, and what role should these values play in dating?

    2. What strategies can you use to address physical imbalances that develop from transitioning to more rotational sports as you age?

    3. Which supplements are truly essential for performance and health, and how do you identify high-quality options?

    4. How can you transition away from tracking macros and weighing food while maintaining your nutrition goals?

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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.

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    30 mins
  • April’s Big Ideas: Facing Fear, Why Teams Matter, & Daily Excellence
    Apr 29 2025

    Something of an experiment this week: We’ve collected some of the best moments and biggest ideas from our April episodes.

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    🔗 Momentous - High-quality supplements

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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.

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    43 mins
  • The Turtle Principle: Why Resistance Makes Fear & Anxiety Worse
    Apr 22 2025

    The 3 Big Questions We're Answering:

    1. How can understanding and addressing our fears improve our mental health and overall well-being?

    2. What practical strategies can we implement to counteract the mind killers, particularly fear, in our daily lives?

    3. In what ways can cultivating openness and vulnerability enhance our resilience against anxiety and stress?

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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.

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    56 mins
  • The Raised Hand Rule: How to Know Who You Can Help
    Apr 18 2025

    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 difficult relationships?

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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.

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    21 mins