Chasing Excellence

[ 🛌 ] 4 Principles for Maximizing Recovery & Performance


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We’re getting into the crucial topic of recovery and discussing four common ways people tend to undermine their own recovery process.

We explore the importance of understanding why recovery is necessary, the different types of stress and stimuli that training places on the body, and how the time needed for recovery can be flexible based on our proactive approach. Lastly, we emphasize the interdependence of all five factors - training, nutrition, sleep, mindset, and relationships - in optimizing recovery and ultimately improving performance.

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We answer listener questions about health, fitness, fulfillment, and what it takes to chase what truly matters. New episodes on Monday & Friday.

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📍 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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