Casually Ambitious

Casually Ambitious

By Chase PriceHealth & Fitness
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Casually Ambitious episodes

  • 040 | Omar Posadas - From 0 to 26.2: Omar's Road To The Marathon

    In this episode, Chase sits down with Omar, a vibrant and inspiring runner from Napa Valley, to explore his transformation from a gym-focused lifter to a passionate marathon runner. They dive into Omar's journey, starting with the challenges of picking up running during the pandemic to now balancing a full-time job while running marathons and collaborating with major brands like Nike and DSG.

    Omar opens up about the physical and mental hurdles of marathon training, the humbling experience of hitting walls during races like the Boston Marathon, and the joy of finding his stride as a hybrid athlete. The conversation also touches on building an authentic personal brand in the running community, from embracing bold running gear to sharing his story as a gay Latino athlete. Tune in for insights on balancing life, family, fitness, and the power of pushing limits both on and off the track.
    Whether you're a new runner or a seasoned marathoner, Omar's story will leave you feeling inspired to lace up and hit the road.
    Follow Omar: @omar.runs.napa
    Follow Chase: @chaseprice
    Follow Casually Ambitious: @casuallyambitious

    1 hr 12 min
  • 039 | Brady Oakey - From stage to summit

    In this episode of the Casually Ambitious podcast, Chase sits down with Brady Oak, a hybrid athlete and coach, for an in-depth conversation about his evolution from bodybuilding to extreme endurance adventures. Brady shares his journey, from competing at national-level bodybuilding shows to preparing for a trek to Everest Base Camp, as well as his insights into fitness, mental resilience, and the power of commitment.

    They explore Brady's experiences training Nick Bare, how he built his own coaching business, and the profound mental and physical challenges that come with pushing personal limits. Tune in for a candid discussion about thriving under pressure, overcoming limits, and the importance of staying balanced while chasing ambitious goals.

    This episode is packed with inspiration, practical fitness tips, and wisdom from one of the industry’s most resilient athletes. Whether you're an athlete or simply someone looking to achieve more in life, you’ll find plenty of value in this conversation.

    Don't miss out on this motivating episode, and be sure to subscribe for more content on fitness, entrepreneurship, and personal growth!


    Follow Brady: @bradyoakfitness

    Follow Chase: @chaseprice

    Follow Casually Ambitious: @casuallyambitious

    1 hr 25 min
  • 038 | KellenRunsPhilly - Turning miles into medicine

    Kellen shares his journey from addiction to endurance sports, highlighting the challenges he faced and the transformative power of running. His story is one of resilience, recovery, and the pursuit of personal growth through physical and mental endurance. Kellen shares his plans to continue running marathons and ultra trail races, the challenges of back-to-back races, the impact of fatherhood on his running journey, and the development of his personal brand through storytelling and social media. He also discusses the Recovery Run Club, the Philadelphia run scene, and the role of strength training in his routine. The conversation concludes with insights on the life lessons learned from running.


    Follow Kellen: @kellenrunsphilly

    Follow Chase: @chaseprice




    1 hr
  • 037 | Dan Churchill - Redemption at the Leadville 100

    In this powerful episode, Chase sits down with performance chef, endurance athlete, and Leadville 100 finisher, Dan Churchill. The conversation delves into their experiences at the Leadville 100 ultramarathon, the challenges of extreme endurance events, and the vital role of nutrition, mindset, and support systems. Dan shares his redemption journey after a DNF (Did Not Finish) at Leadville in 2023 and how he made changes to successfully complete the race in 2024.

    Both Chase and Dan explore the importance of intentional training, balancing ego with health, and overcoming mental and physical barriers during long-distance races. They also talk about their fueling strategies, lessons learned from failed diet experiments, and how a supportive partner can make a difference in achieving big goals.

    Key Topics Covered:

    1. Dan’s Redemption Story: After a DNF in 2023, Dan shares how he mentally and physically prepared to finish the 2024 Leadville 100.
    2. Nutrition in Endurance Sports: The duo discusses their personal fueling strategies, including what worked and what didn't (like Chase’s experiment with the Maffetone diet), and the critical role of carbs for performance.
    3. Mental Toughness & Listening to Your Body: How knowing when to push and when to hold back can be the difference between success and failure in ultramarathons.
    4. Training Camp & Course Prep: Insights from their Leadville training camp experience and why scouting the course is a game-changer.
    5. Altitude & Recovery: The impact of altitude on performance and health, and Dan's personal battles with breathing at high elevations.
    6. The Importance of a Support System: Both Chase and Dan talk about the crucial role their families played during their Leadville 100 experience.
    7. Mindset & Long-Term Health: Why running hundreds isn’t just about fitness, but also about learning hard lessons that apply to life and future races.
    8. Follow Dan Churchill:

      • Instagram: @Dan_Churchill
        • Website: DanChurchill.com
        • Newsletter: Subscribe to Dan’s legendary newsletter for nutrition tips and updates on his journey.
        • Resources Mentioned:

          • Dan's book, Eat Like a Legend
          • Leadville 100 Ultramarathon
          • Nick Bare Podcast
          • How to Support the Podcast:

            • If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
            • Follow Chase on Instagram: @chaseprice for more content.
            • Subscribe to Casually Ambitious wherever you get your podcasts.
            • 1 hr 9 min
            • 036 | What the f*&^ happened at Leadville?

              Chase kicks off Season 2 of Casually Ambitious by sharing the full story behind his Leadville 100 experience. From the intense physical preparation to the mental toll of ultramarathon training, Chase recounts the highs and lows of his journey leading up to the race and the devastating moment he knew something was wrong.


              Chase dives into his training block, the races that led to his DNF, and the unexpected health scare that followed. Along the way, he reflects on valuable lessons learned about overtraining, under-fueling, and the importance of listening to your body. This episode offers a candid look into what it means to push your limits, the humility that comes with setbacks, and the resilience required to bounce back.


              Tune in for the story behind Leadville and what’s next for Chase on his journey.

              1 hr 7 min
            • 035 | Kris Webster - Roger that mindset

              This week on Casually Ambitious, Chase sits down with triathlete and marathoner, Kris Webster.


              As always, if you enjoyed the discussion - please like, subscribe and share! We appreciate your support!


              Instagram: @chaseprice @daily_kriswebster

              55 min
            • 034 | Devon Lévesque - Take the fear out

              This week on Casually Ambitious, Chase sits down with athlete, creator, entrepreneur, and community builder, Devon Lévesque.


              Some 💎's of the episode include:

              ✖️ Devon's value-based living approach

              ✖️ Why he's decided to start collecting mountain summits

              ✖️ "Living like a kid, forever"


              And much, much more.


              As always, if you enjoyed the discussion - please like, subscribe and share! We appreciate your support!


              Instagram: @chaseprice @devonlevesque

              40 min
            • 033 | Supplementation for runners

              This week on Casually Ambitious, Chase talks through his supplementation strategy leading into the Boston Marathon.


              (Pre-run) Beet Powder - https://snapsupplements.com/nitric_oxide_beets?p=CPRICE


              Electrolytes - 

              https://drinklmnt.com/


              (Pre-lift) Preworkout - https://1stphorm.com/products/megawatt-natural/?a_aid=cprice

              Endurance mix - https://1stphorm.com/products/ultra-formance/?a_aid=cprice


              Ignition - https://1stphorm.com/products/ignition?a_aid=cprice


              Protein - https://1stphorm.com/products/phormula-1?a_aid=cprice


              Daily multivitamin - https://1stphorm.com/products/micro-factor/?a_aid=cprice

              Reds and greens - https://1stphorm.com/collections/greens-and-reds/?a_aid=cprice


              Creatine - https://1stphorm.com/products/micronized-creatine-monohydrate?a_aid=cprice


              Joints mobility - https://1stphorm.com/products/joint-mobility?a_aid=cprice


              Full Mega - https://1stphorm.com/products/full-mega?a_aid=cprice


              Magnesium - https://1stphorm.com/products/magnesium/?a_aid=cprice


              As always, if you enjoyed the discussion - please like, subscribe and share! We appreciate your support!


              Instagram: @chaseprice

              19 min
            • 032 | Phill Reed - Going all in on yourself

              This week on Casually Ambitious, Chase sits down with Phill Reed, runner, content creator, trainer, coach, and community builder.


              Some 💎's of the episode include:

              ✖️ Beginnings as an actor in LA

              ✖️ Bodybuilding and learning discipline

              ✖️ Falling in love with running and building community around it


              And much, much more.


              As always, if you enjoyed the discussion - please like, subscribe and share! We appreciate your support!


              Instagram: @chaseprice @phill.reed

              50 min
            • 031 | Austin Clare - The man behind the brand

              This week on Casually Ambitious, Chase sits down with Austin Clare, master marketer and community builder.


              Some 💎's of the episode include:

              ✖️ Founding a company and giving away all his profits

              ✖️ Becoming one of ECOM's most prolific SMS and email marketers

              ✖️ The key to building a passionate community


              And much, much more.


              As always, if you enjoyed the discussion - please like, subscribe and share! We appreciate your support!


              Instagram: @chaseprice @austinclare

              1 hr 14 min

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