Cole Sager

Cole Sager joins us as he’s preparing for his 10th straight CrossFit Games appearance to answer listener questions about how to know if you’re competing too much, how to stop hijacking conversations, what it looks like to live on autopilot, and much more. ========= EXPECT TO LEARN:  =========  📍 How and why Cole and Ben first started working together 📍 When competing too much might do more damage than good 📍 What parasympathetic lash-back is, and why you want to be careful of it 📍 What Cole’s training looked like after Semifinals 📍 Why it’s important to be the most curious person in a conversation ========= GET A QUESTION IN THE QUEUE: =========  Send Patrick a DM with your Five Factors questions!  =========  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 & podcaster. Find him on Instagram. [[]---[]] Chasing Excellence is an audience-supported project. To go deeper & to help us do even more, consider:· Subscribing to our newsletter to get our free posts and upgrading to our Chase Club to receive exclusive content.· Grabbing one of our books: Chasing Excellence, Unlocking Potential, or The ABCs of Being Happy & Healthy.· Supporting one of our fantastic show sponsors. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Cole Sager, an 11-time CrossFit Games competitor and new president of CompTrain, shares insights on the transformative trend of 'complete fitness.' He discusses the changing dynamics in CrossFit, emphasizing the need for athletes to adapt to sponsorship challenges and diversify their income. Sager highlights the evolution of fitness priorities, the rise of new competitive formats, and innovative therapies for recovery. He also touches on the importance of nurturing personal relationships and integrating faith into fitness journeys.

Cole Sager, a former CrossFit Games competitor and the president of CompTrain, shares his journey of transitioning from intense competition to a balanced approach to fitness and life. He discusses the impact of rigorous training on personal relationships and emphasizes the need for a fulfilling life beyond athletic pursuits. Sager highlights the importance of efficiency in workouts, integrating fitness into family life, and learning valuable lessons from sports that apply to everyday challenges. His insights remind us to prioritize well-being while supporting others in our journeys.

In this engaging talk, Cole Sager, an 11-time CrossFit Games competitor and former Division 1 football player, shares insights from his remarkable athletic journey. He emphasizes the significance of mobility and nutrition for longevity in sports. Cole discusses his unique preparation for the games and the mental strategies necessary for resilience. He also reflects on the importance of maintaining a balance between training and family life, and shares his thoughts on the future of CrossFit, urging athletes to focus on quality over quantity in their workouts.

Cole Sager, a CrossFit competitor, discusses heavy lifting for Masters athletes, CNS vs muscular fatigue, and the value of the CrossFit Open for non-competitive CrossFitters. They explore intelligent training modifications as athletes age, the importance of bone density, and the role of community engagement in fitness assessments.