Stay ConnectedHi, I’m Chase Chewning (@chase_chewning on Instagram) and this is the podcast that is devoted to help you build a life that propels you forward – EVER FORWARD. Conversations with industry leaders in health and wellness, personal development, entrepreneurship, celebrities and entertainers, creatives, military and so much more.
I am a US Army veteran, ACE Certified Health Coach, and I hold a BS in Exercise Science and MS in Health Promotion and currently live in Los Angeles, CA.
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You talk to yourself every single day. When you're processing information and experiences, making decisions, and preparing for the unknown ahead, you always talk yourself through it in your mind, right?
The interesting part of this phenomenon that we all experience is that the conversations we have with ourselves impact our health, performance, decisions, and relationships. In fact, they might just be the most important conversations we can have in our lifetime… and this week's special guest studies just that.
Ethan Kross is a scientist, award-winning professor, best-selling author of Chatter, and one of the world's leading experts on controlling the conscious mind.
In this discussion, Ethan and Chase talk about how to harness, understand, and apply the voice in your head to your real life. Ethan speaks on the power of mental chatter and rumination, practical ways to navigate your thoughts and solve problems, and the research he's done on internal conversation, introspection, and language.
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This week's guest is living, thriving proof that to live the life of your dreams, you need to know yourself, be courageous, and act in alignment with your intelligence. Let's explore what that means and how you can start doing that right now.
We all know that personal and entrepreneurial growth and development isn't a walk in the park. It requires you to lean into discomfort, listen to your intuition, and make really hard choices… but the payoff can be life-changing!
Anne Mahlum is an entrepreneur, motivational speaker, athlete, and the Founder of [solidcore], a fast-growing boutique fitness company she founded in 2013 and quickly scaled to more than 80 locations in 27 states. She's also the Founder of Back on My Feet, a national non-profit organization that's using running as a vehicle to help those experiencing homelessness change the way they see themselves so they can change the direction of their lives.
In this discussion, Anne and Chase delve into Anne's impressive entrepreneurial journey, her candid opinions on personal growth and development, and why the self-care movement needs a major rebrand. Plus, Anne shines light on how she's curating and creating branded experiences through authenticity.
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Fitness, particularly men's fitness, is more than the weight you can lift or how fast you can build muscle. It's about finding the physical activities you enjoy, being okay with failure, and getting creative. Furthermore, fitness is about connecting the mind with the body.
This week's guest is a health and fitness educator who, throughout the pandemic, has gained some pretty powerful insights on fitness accessibility and the role of fitness in mental health.
Ebenezer Samuel, CSCS, is the Fitness Director at Men's Health Magazine and the Head of Training Innovation at FlexIt Fitness, a virtual personal training app.
In this discussion, Ebenezer and Chase talk about the power of being the eternal beginner and how fitness can positively (and even negatively) impact mental health. He sheds light on his relationship with fitness and what he's learned from the trends in physical activity he's noticed over the past 2 years. Ebenezer also gives great advice for beginners in fitness on finding what fitness routine is best for you.
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Episode resources:If you struggle finding the motivation to get up in the morning, you're not doing your best at work, or you battle with an inner monologue that's telling you what you need to do, but you just CAN'T get yourself together to execute and be productive…
You might be experiencing burnout.
Whitney Eckis is a serial entrepreneur and marketing guru whose mission is to inspire and empower entrepreneurship, influence, and empowering women in the business industry. Whitney believes that whether or not you're taking a break, starting something new, or advancing in your career, you are continuing to move forward and evolve.
In this discussion, Whitney and Chase talk about all things BURNOUT. She sheds light on what it was like to be diagnosed with severe anxiety disorder and depression, the tools and practices she uses to improve and maintain her mental health, and why she's grateful for experiencing burnout. Plus, she talks about how she's using radical transparency to prevent burnout and build trust within her company's team.
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Welcome to your ketone supplementation and metabolic biohacking, and athletic performance optimization masterclass!
You've probably heard of the ketogenic diet by now… but have you heard of a daily ketone supplement?
Michael Brandt and HVMN have discovered one that helps support mental clarity, athletic performance, and metabolic health. He is one of the masterminds behind this product and is here to chat about all things metabolic health, biohacking, performance optimization, and daily wellness.
Michael is the Co-Founder and CEO of Health Via Modern Nutrition (HVMN), a company that creates and sells a ketone ester drink called Ketone-IQ™ as well as nootropic supplements and other products than support a ketogenic diet. Beyond his passion for health and entrepreneurship, Michael loves running.
In this discussion, Michael and Chase talk about metabolic health, personal biohacking optimization, and ways to connect your active, physical life to your professional life. Michael sheds light on his approach to business, research, and product development as well as the tools and practices he uses to support his health, wellness, and performance as an entrepreneur and athlete.
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How to get better sleep is a question we all have probably asked ourselves. Or what about poor sleepers, how can they sleep better?
Ariel Garten is the Founder of InteraXon, makers of Muse: the brain sensing headband. Ariel is a neuroscientist and sleep expert that's passionate about prioritizing sleep and brain health.
The reality is that when you honor your sleep, you honor every other part of your life. Simply put, sleep impacts your quality of life, so it's extremely important to prioritize your sleep routine and sleep hygiene.
In this discussion, Ariel and Chase talk about neuroscience through the lens of sleep so we can better understand what's going on inside the brain and leverage that information to get the best quality sleep possible. Tune in to learn Ariel's expert insights about the wild world of sleep, from the effects of caffeine to napping and everything in between!
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May shares that she's been feeling a "gap" of sorts growing between her and a number of her old family and friends, especially over these past two, life-changing years. She says that the more she has become comfortable with her innate spirituality, the more she feels "pulled away" from certain past relationships.
Growth is not a journey to become a different version of yourself. Rather, it's a journey to discovering the version of you that was always there—your truest self.
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When something doesn't feel right within you, what do you do? Look to Dr. Google, sweep it under the rug, or try all the trendy health hacks until you're sick and tired of nothing working? Maybe it's time to try a different approach.
Krista Berlincourt has traveled the world in search of optimizing one thing: her health. Now, she's the CEO & co-founder of Kenshō Health, a company that makes holistic health easy with a provider network and platform backed by science. As a Certified Health Coach, Krista and her team of experts have supported thousands of people, from new parents to biohackers and busy professionals, get clear on their goals, shift habits, and stick to a plan for lasting change.
In this discussion, Krista and Chase talk about how to holistically identify imbalances in your health so you can live a more optimized life. She shares her approach to evaluating core contributors to health and wellness, the value of seeing a naturopath and health coach in addition to a traditional doctor, and the story behind why she decided to build a health coaching company. You'll gain insight into Krista's own health journey and the challenges she's encountered along the way.
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How are your current money patterns limiting your success? This bonus episode is in collaboration with past guest Ashley Stahl and her podcast You Turn. Ever Forward Radio is excited to share this conversation wiht Chris Harder, an entrepreneur and the founder of the For the Love of Money brand and podcast.
Join them to bust through your limiting beliefs with money so you can change your financial future as Chris and Ashley discuss two key factors to write your ticket anywhere, indicators of your current money mindset, patterns with money and how you can use money and goals to improve and inspire relationships.
Walk down the path to take responsibility for your financial and life goals! Like so many people, Chris hit rock bottom during the recession but he did something many didn't. Discover how he used this financial hardship to rebuild his views and mindset on money, relationships, and life.
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This episode happened to be recorded on International Women's Day and it's very fitting because these two women are killing it as entrepreneurs in the fashion industry. Thus, they absolutely deserve to have the spotlight shown on them, their partnership, and their fast-growing brand.
Mary Ralph Lawson and Kennedy Crichlow are best friends and Co-Founders of Daily Drills, an apparel company designed by and for women who find adventure in every day. The pair decided to launch Daily Drills less than two years ago and have already seen sell-out after sell-out. Not to mention, they're only in their mid-twenties and have never gone to fashion school… so how did they do it?
In this discussion, Mary, Kennedy, and Chase talk about owning and scaling a business with your best friend, overcoming the fear and uncertainty you face after graduating from college, and how to move forward out of failure. Plus, they share an amazing story of how a business crisis turned into a key learning opportunity for them.
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