Summary

In this episode of The Chasing Health Podcast, Chase Smith and Coach Chris tackle a range of listener questions in another Coaches Roundtable Q&A. They discuss everything from proper squat depth and foot positioning to how to progressively overload upper body exercises when weights feel limited. The conversation gets lively with tips on spotting red flags in online fitness coaches, creative ways to use tuna, and insights into their personal fitness goals. This episode is packed with practical advice, humor, and actionable strategies for improving your fitness routine.

Chapters

00:00 Welcome to the Coaches Round Table
02:03 Squat Depth: How Low Should You Go?
06:24 Squat Foot Positioning and Personalizing Your Form
09:33 How Much Tuna Does Chris Really Eat?
12:01 Tricep Pushdowns: Does Your Grip Matter?
14:25 Chase and Chris’ Current Fitness Goals
18:44 Red Flags in Online Fitness Coaches and Influencers
24:18 Tips for Progressive Overload with Limited Weights

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Summary

In this episode of The Chasing Health Podcast, Chase Smith and Chris Bealhen dive into the biggest fitness and nutrition mistakes people are making in 2024—and why it’s time to leave them behind for good. From falling for trendy diets to overcomplicating nutrition, they discuss common pitfalls and offer practical advice for building sustainable habits. With a focus on mindset, individuality, and simplicity, Chase and Chris share actionable strategies to help listeners make real progress in 2025. Whether you're stuck in the yo-yo dieting cycle or overwhelmed by conflicting advice, this episode will help you find clarity and direction.

Chapters

00:00 Welcome to the Episode
00:36 Why Doing the Same Thing Won’t Work in 2025
01:54 The Problem with Trendy Diets and Quick Fixes
05:55 Why Your Diet Should Fit Your Life (Not the Other Way Around)
08:06 Overcomplicating Nutrition: Keep It Simple!
14:18 The Power of Addressing Underlying Habits
19:40 Beware of Unqualified Nutrition Advice
22:52 Why You Should Stop Putting a Timeline on Your Goals
27:03 Recap: The Five Mistakes to Leave Behind

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Summary

In this episode of The Chasing Health Podcast, Chase Smith and Chris Bealhen tackle another round of listener-submitted questions with humor, honesty, and practical advice. From the importance of workout order to debunking fitness myths like sweating and stairmasters, the duo provides actionable insights for lifters at all levels. They discuss the rise of colostrum supplements and why foundational habits always outweigh fads, and even answer quirky questions like whether late-night protein impacts sleep. Tune in for laughs and lessons as the hosts remind you to focus on what truly matters in your fitness journey.

Chapters

00:00 Welcome and Opening Banter
01:06 Does Workout Order Matter?
06:14 Club Soda vs. Carbonated Water: What’s Best?
07:47 The Truth About Colostrum Supplements
13:19 Does Sweating Equal a Good Workout?
15:28 Should You Use the Stairmaster on Leg Day?
17:35 Combating Soreness After a Workout
20:27 Eating High Protein Before Bed: Does It Disrupt Sleep?
22:47 Can Treadmill Walking Be a Warm-Up?
25:04 Does One Workout a Week Even Count?
28:27 Wrap-Up and Call for Questions

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Summary
In this episode of The Chasing Health Podcast, Chase and Chris break down why one-size-fits-all diets fail and how to create a personalized approach to your health goals. They explore why context matters in nutrition, how to build sustainable habits, and why extreme diets often set you up for failure. They also dive into how to write your own "rules" that align with your lifestyle, while providing the flexibility to pivot when life gets messy. If you’ve ever struggled with restrictive diets or wondered how to make lasting changes, this episode is for you!

Chapters
00:00 Introduction: Why Context Matters in Nutrition
01:30 Why Strict Rules in Dieting Don’t Work
04:00 Universal Truths in Weight Loss: The Calorie Deficit
06:15 Living in the Gray: Building Flexibility into Your Plan
08:45 The Importance of Sustainability in Dieting
12:00 How Past Experiences Shape Your Nutrition Approach
15:30 Why Calorie Counting is an Educational Tool
19:00 Writing Your Own Rules: What Works Best for You
24:00 The Role of Context in Making Health Choices
28:00 Avoiding the All-or-Nothing Mindset
31:00 Why Balanced Approaches Lead to Success
33:00 Wrapping Up: Find What Works for You

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Summary

In this episode of The Chasing Health Podcast, Chase and Chris dive into various health and nutrition topics, including the myth of starvation mode, the benefits of oats, the effectiveness of red light therapy, and the best practices for using massage therapy for recovery. They emphasize the importance of understanding calorie deficits and the nuances of nutrition, while also addressing common misconceptions in the fitness community.

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Summary

In this episode, Chase and Chris dive into the topic of the scale and its role in weight loss and fitness journeys. They explain why weight doesn’t define success and why it’s important to focus on other forms of progress, like energy, strength, confidence, and overall well-being. They also address common struggles with the scale, such as emotional reactions to fluctuations, and provide actionable tips for building a better mindset around tracking weight. If you’ve ever felt stuck in a love-hate relationship with the scale, this episode is for you!

Chapters

00:00 Introduction: Why the Scale Isn’t Everything
01:20 Celebrating Small Wins and Listener Coffee Giveaway
02:05 Weight Loss vs. Fat Loss: What the Scale Doesn’t Show
05:03 Understanding Daily Weight Fluctuations
07:29 The Importance of Weekly Averages
10:16 Non-Scale Victories That Matter Most
15:11 Breaking the Obsession with the Number on the Scale
19:22 Healing Your Relationship with Food
21:32 How to Shift Your Mindset About Progress
25:10 Progress Photos and Data: Seeing the Bigger Picture
28:21 Digging Deeper into Your Why
31:12 Balancing Emotions Around the Scale
33:05 Recap: Celebrate Progress, Not Just Weight Loss

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Summary

In this episode of the Coaches Roundtable, Chase and Chris discuss various topics related to fitness, recovery, and nutrition. They start with a light-hearted conversation about the weather, transitioning into a more serious discussion about recovery after intense training, particularly after events like Spartan races. They delve into workout techniques such as drop sets and the importance of grip in exercises like lat pulldowns. The conversation also covers dietary choices, particularly the differences between full fat, low fat, and non-fat options, and how these choices relate to individual fitness goals. Additionally, they provide guidance for parents on how to support their teens in fitness and nutrition without overstepping. Finally, they debunk myths surrounding intermittent fasting and loose skin, emphasizing the importance of questioning health advice found online. The episode wraps up with a discussion about community support in fitness journeys.

Chapters

00:00 Winter is Coming & Intro

03:34 When to Deload?

06:26 Setting Goals During a Deload Week

10:02 When to Use Drop Sets

13:24 Grip Variations in Lat Pulldowns

19:28 Guiding Teens in Fitness and Nutrition

26:49 Intermittent Fasting and Loose Skin

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Summary

In this episode, Chase Smith and Chris Bealhen discuss strategies for navigating the holiday season, particularly Thanksgiving. They emphasize the importance of having a plan, setting realistic goals, and maintaining a healthy relationship with food. The conversation covers topics such as mindful eating, managing family dynamics, and staying active during the holidays. The hosts encourage listeners to enjoy their meals without guilt and to focus on the experience rather than just the food.

Chapters

00:00 Thanksgiving Traditions and Personal Favorites

03:42 Setting Expectations for the Holidays

09:03 Navigating Food Choices and Mindset

11:06 Building Your Plate: Strategies for Enjoyment

22:55 Activity and Staying Active During the Holidays

26:56 Mindset and Meal Planning for the Holidays

28:31 Understanding Weight Fluctuations Post-Thanksgiving

30:50 Navigating Alcohol Consumption During the Holidays

33:03 Managing Holiday Stress and Family Dynamics

36:12 Maintaining Control and Setting Boundaries

40:09 Focusing on Habit-Based Goals

42:57 The Importance of a Post-Holiday Bounce Back

45:50 Enjoying the Holidays Without Guilt

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Summary

In this episode of the Chase Health podcast, Chase Smith and Coach Chris dive into a variety of health and fitness topics, including the role of beverages in hydration, the importance of gut health in weight loss, the concept of negative calorie foods, and the effectiveness of the Lumen device in assessing metabolism. They also discuss practical workout adjustments when weights are limited and emphasize the importance of tracking food intake for achieving fitness goals.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Coaches Roundtable

07:36 Gut Health and Weight Loss: Importance of Prebiotics

18:27 The Lumen Device: Insights on Metabolism

25:37 Adjusting Workouts: Weights vs. Reps

30:32 Conclusion

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Summary

In this episode of The Chasing Health Podcast, Chase Smith and Chris Bealhen discuss the concept of busyness and how it often masks our true priorities. They explore the importance of time management, self-care, and accountability in achieving personal goals. The conversation emphasizes the need to reevaluate our daily routines, celebrate small wins, and recognize that everyone has the same 24 hours, but how we choose to spend them varies greatly. The hosts encourage listeners to take ownership of their time and make conscious choices that align with their priorities, ultimately leading to a more fulfilling life.

Chapters

00:00 The Illusion of Busyness

03:29 Prioritizing What Matters

06:39 Understanding True Priorities

09:20 Time Management and Accountability

12:27 The Importance of Time Blocking

15:42 Flexibility in Goals and Seasons

20:49 Finding Time for Fitness

24:05 The Importance of Small Wins

26:59 Reframing Health as Self-Care

29:40 Challenging All-or-Nothing Thinking

33:14 Creating Time for Health

36:03 Recognizing Life's Chaos and Finding Balance

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