The Impact of Breath on Health and Well-being

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We delve into one of our favorite discussions: the 100 Words of Health, inspired by CrossFit's 100 Words of Fitness.

Our conversation explores the principles behind these words, emphasizing the importance of environment, intentionality, passion, challenges, and various health factors like nutrition, sleep, and connections.

We discuss the significance of recognizing health as a mix of choices and luck while focusing on what can be controlled.

We also highlight the pitfalls of fixating on single health metrics, the influence of environment and social media, the impact of stress, and the importance of treating oneself with care and respect.

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Welcome to Chasing Excellence 00:34 Revisiting the Hundred Words of Health 01:30 Listener Questions and Premium Membership Updates 03:23 Introduction to the Hundred Words of Health 03:30 Defining Health Beyond the Absence of Disease 06:48 Creating a Healthy Environment 15:21 The Importance of Intentionality 21:13 Chasing Your Passion for Better Health 28:23 Seeking Challenges and Serving Others 32:21 Choosing Challenges Intentionally 33:08 Marrying Passion with Purpose 33:56 Respect Your Breath 35:53 Thanks to Our Sponsors: Hatch & OneSkin 38:44 Control Your Attention 44:08 Spending Time Outside 45:45 Choices and Luck in Health 51:31 Avoid Defining Health by a Single Number 53:40 Avoid Fads and Gurus 01:00:09 Treat Yourself Like Someone Who Matters 01:02:32 Conclusion and Thank You

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ABOUT THE SHOW

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

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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