Excelerate Your Life

Mallory Marks

Just your average, no six-pack, non-influencer chick here to make health and fitness simple again! Heck… let's just make LIFE simple again! My name is Mallory Marks and I am the founder of Excelerate Athletics, an online fitness coaching team that helps women unlearn diet culture crap and re-learn the truth about sustainable health and fitness. With this podcast, I want to help you do that too plus EXCELERate your life, in all areas. Through solo and guest episodes, we'll break down the basics of health, fitness, and nutrition, chat about all the sh*t we as women go through in life that no one wants to talk about, and have lots of laughs in between. My goal is for you to walk away every week feeling like everything in life is just a little less complicated, and we're all just out here doing our best. New episodes drop every Thursday, see ya there!!

  1. 5d ago

    Back-to-School Survival Guide for Busy Moms: How to Stay Healthy When Life Gets Chaotic w/ Megan Shelley RDN | Ep. 146

    Back-to-school season can feel like a fresh start... or complete chaos. Whether you're excited to get back into a routine or wondering how you're going to juggle school drop-offs, sports, work, meal planning, and everything in between, this episode is for you. In this episode, Mallory sits down with EA Coach Megan—our self-proclaimed "Convenience Queen" and resident expert on coaching busy moms—to share practical strategies for staying consistent with your health and fitness goals during one of the busiest times of the year. Together, they break down the Accept, Adapt, Automate framework to help you simplify your routine, let go of perfection, and make healthy habits fit your real life. In this episode, you'll learn: How to stay consistent during the back-to-school season The mindset shifts every busy mom needs to make How to adapt your workouts when your schedule changes Why convenience isn't cheating—and how to use it to your advantage The best ways to outsource and simplify meal planning Megan's favorite time-saving nutrition hacks and convenience foods How the 2-2-2 meal prep method can make healthy eating easier Why consistency—not perfection—is what leads to long-term results If you've ever felt like you have to choose between taking care of your family and taking care of yourself, this episode will give you practical, realistic strategies to help you do both. Ready to stop starting over every busy season? Hit play, and let's make this your most consistent fall yet.

    Back-to-School Survival Guide for Busy Moms: How to Stay Healthy When Life Gets Chaotic w/ Megan Shelley RDN | Ep. 146

  2. Aug 6

    You're Lifting Weights, But Your Body Isn't Changing. So What's Missing? | Ep. 145

    If you've been lifting weights consistently, following a workout plan, getting stronger, and eating enough protein—but your body still isn't changing the way you expected—this episode is for you. One of the biggest misconceptions in fitness is that all strength training is created equal. The truth? Simply lifting weights isn't enough. How you train matters just as much as the fact that you're training. In this episode, we're breaking down why workout programming is one of the most overlooked pieces of building muscle and changing your physique. You'll learn why two people can work just as hard in the gym but get completely different results, what actually goes into designing an effective training program, and why personalized programming can make all the difference. We'll cover: Why following any workout plan isn't the same as following the right workout plan The difference between working out and training with intention The role of exercise selection, movement patterns, volume, rep ranges, and progression Why every exercise in a well-designed program should have a purpose How to know if your current training program is actually helping you reach your goals If you've ever thought, "I'm doing everything right, so why isn't my body changing?" this episode may help you discover the missing piece. Ready for a training and nutrition plan that's built specifically for you? Apply for 1:1 coaching with the Excelerate Athletics team, and we'll help you stop guessing and start training with purpose. Apply here: https://www.excelerateathletics.com/coaching

    You're Lifting Weights, But Your Body Isn't Changing. So What's Missing? | Ep. 145

  3. Jul 30

    The #1 Mistake Women Make When Trying to Get Toned | Ep. 144

    If you're lifting weights but still spending hours doing cardio because you think it's the key to getting "toned," this episode is for you. In this Fast Fit Facts episode, we're breaking down the #1 mistake women make when they start strength training: trying to build muscle and prioritize cardio at the same time. You'll learn why these adaptations compete, how too much cardio can slow your muscle-building progress, and what to focus on instead if your goal is a lean, strong, sculpted physique. We'll cover: Why strength training should be the foundation for both muscle building and fat loss How cardio fits into a muscle-building goal (and when it doesn't) The science behind competing training adaptations—without the confusing jargon How to balance lifting and cardio based on your specific goals If you've ever wondered why you're working out so much but your body still isn't changing the way you want, this episode will help you train smarter—not just harder. Ready for personalized coaching? Apply for one-on-one coaching here: https://go.excelerateathletics.com/fitness-coaching-application

    The #1 Mistake Women Make When Trying to Get Toned | Ep. 144

  4. Jul 23

    Stop Trying to Lose 5 Pounds. Build Muscle Instead w/ Emma Deery | Ep. 143

    Most women think the answer to changing their body is losing 5–10 pounds. But what if the thing standing between you and the physique you actually want isn't more weight loss… it's more muscle? In this episode, I'm sitting down with EA client Emma, who came into coaching already doing so many things right. She was lifting consistently, eating well, and living a healthy lifestyle. She wasn't looking to lose a significant amount of weight—she simply wanted to take her results to the next level. Here's the surprising part: we never put Emma into a fat-loss phase. Instead, we focused on building muscle through strength training, progressive overload, and eating more food. The result? Dramatically improved body composition, stronger lifts, noticeably fuller glutes, and the best gym progress she's seen in years—all without chasing a lower number on the scale. If you've been stuck thinking you just need to lose a few more pounds to finally look toned, this conversation may completely change the way you think about fitness. In this episode, we cover: Why building muscle often changes your physique more than losing weight The difference between weight loss and body recomposition Why eating more can actually help you look leaner How strength training transforms your body over time The mindset shift that helped Emma achieve her best results yet How to know if you should build muscle before starting another fat-loss phase Whether you're already working out consistently or you're tired of cycling through diet after diet, this episode will help you understand what your body might actually need to see the changes you've been chasing. Apply for Coaching: https://go.excelerateathletics.com/fitness-coaching-application Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/malssfitnfoods/?hl=en

    Stop Trying to Lose 5 Pounds. Build Muscle Instead w/ Emma Deery | Ep. 143

  5. Jul 16

    6 Fat Loss Hot Takes After 6 Years of Coaching 1800+ Transformations Ep. 142

    After 6 years of coaching and helping over 1,800 women transform their bodies, my perspective on fat loss, building muscle, and creating a body you feel confident in has changed a lot. In this episode, I'm sharing 6 of my biggest fitness hot takes — the things I believe most women need to hear if they feel like they're "doing everything right" but still aren't seeing the results they want. We're talking about why eating less isn't always the answer, why more discipline isn't what most women are missing, the mistakes keeping women stuck despite working out consistently, and what actually creates a lean, strong, toned physique long term. If you're tired of chasing quick fixes and you want to finally understand how your body works, this episode is for you. Apply for Coaching: https://go.excelerateathletics.com/fitness-coaching-application Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/malssfitnfoods/?hl=en

    6 Fat Loss Hot Takes After 6 Years of Coaching 1800+ Transformations Ep. 142

  6. Jul 9

    Why You're Bloated (And How to Actually Fix It) | Ep. 141

    If you feel bloated after every meal, you're not alone—but the answer probably isn't cutting out another food. In this Fast Fit Facts episode, I'm breaking down the most common causes of bloating that I see in the women I coach. We'll talk about why chronic dieting, under-eating, overtraining, processed "high-protein" foods, artificial sweeteners, and even eating too quickly can all leave you feeling puffy and uncomfortable. The good news? Your gut usually isn't broken, and you probably don't need another elimination diet. Instead, I'll walk you through the foundational changes that can actually improve digestion and help you feel better. In this episode, you'll learn: Why under-eating can slow digestion and contribute to bloating How "high-protein everything" may be working against your gut The role artificial sweeteners and added fibers can play in digestive discomfort How stress and overtraining impact digestion Simple, practical ways to reduce bloating without cutting out more foods If you're tired of feeling bloated and wondering what's causing it, this episode will help you understand what your body is trying to tell you—and what to do about it. Apply for Coaching: https://go.excelerateathletics.com/fitness-coaching-application Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/malssfitnfoods/?hl=en

    Why You're Bloated (And How to Actually Fix It) | Ep. 141

  7. Jul 2

    Can You Enjoy the 4th of July and Still Lose Weight? | Ep. 140

    Can you enjoy the 4th of July, eat the foods you love, have a few drinks, and still lose weight? In this episode, I'm sharing a perspective that might surprise you. Instead of giving you another list of holiday food rules, we're talking about what actually determines your long-term results—and why one day of celebrating is probably not the thing holding you back. I recently returned from 11 days of travel that included two wedding weekends, restaurants every day, plenty of drinks, and very little routine... and I came home at the exact same weight I left at. That experience reinforced something I wish more women understood: It's not what you do on the 10 holidays each year that determines your results. It's what you do on the other 355 days. We'll cover: Why one holiday won't ruin your progress The biggest mistake people make after the 4th of July How all-or-nothing thinking keeps women stuck What actually matters before and after a holiday How to enjoy celebrations without guilt, restriction, or "starting over Monday" If you've ever felt anxious about holiday food, worried about gaining weight from one weekend, or felt like you have to choose between enjoying life and reaching your goals, this episode is for you. Ready to stop starting over and finally build a body and lifestyle that lasts? Apply for coaching: Apply for Coaching: https://go.excelerateathletics.com/fitness-coaching-application Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/malssfitnfoods/?hl=en

    Can You Enjoy the 4th of July and Still Lose Weight? | Ep. 140

  8. Jun 25

    Why Are My Maintenance Calories So Low? | Ep. 139

    Ever feel like you have to eat way less than everyone around you just to maintain your weight? Or like one weekend of eating out causes you to instantly gain weight? If so, you may be wondering: "Do I have a slow metabolism?" or "Why are my maintenance calories so low?" In this episode of Fast Fit Facts, we're breaking down the real reasons it feels like your body gains weight so easily—and why your metabolism may not be "broken" after all. You'll learn: • What maintenance calories actually are • How chronic dieting can lower your calorie burn over time • What metabolic adaptation is and why it happens • The role muscle mass plays in your metabolism • How low daily movement can impact calorie expenditure • Why years of restriction and "starting over Monday" may be keeping you stuck • Most importantly: how to increase your maintenance calories and build a healthier metabolism over time The truth is, if you feel like you have to eat very little just to maintain your weight, the answer isn't always eating less. Sometimes the solution is building a body that burns more. If you're tired of constantly dieting, struggling with weight fluctuations, or feeling like your metabolism is working against you, this episode is for you. Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/malssfitnfoods/?hl=en   Apply for Coaching: https://go.excelerateathletics.com/fitness-coaching-application

    Why Are My Maintenance Calories So Low? | Ep. 139
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Just your average, no six-pack, non-influencer chick here to make health and fitness simple again! Heck… let's just make LIFE simple again! My name is Mallory Marks and I am the founder of Excelerate Athletics, an online fitness coaching team that helps women unlearn diet culture crap and re-learn the truth about sustainable health and fitness. With this podcast, I want to help you do that too plus EXCELERate your life, in all areas. Through solo and guest episodes, we'll break down the basics of health, fitness, and nutrition, chat about all the sh*t we as women go through in life that no one wants to talk about, and have lots of laughs in between. My goal is for you to walk away every week feeling like everything in life is just a little less complicated, and we're all just out here doing our best. New episodes drop every Thursday, see ya there!!

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  • Creator
    Mallory Marks
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    147
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2023
  • Show Website
    Excelerate Your Life

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