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. She Didn't Just Lose Weight — She Got Her Life Back w/ Sara Konnecke | Ep. 137

    2d ago

    She Didn't Just Lose Weight — She Got Her Life Back w/ Sara Konnecke | Ep. 137

    In today's episode, I'm sitting down with one of our long-term coaching clients who has completely transformed her life over the last year and a half — and not just physically. Yes, she's lost 20 pounds… but the real transformation has been her quality of life, habits, mindset, confidence, and overall health. When she first started coaching, she was struggling with chronic foot and nerve pain, emotional eating, unhealthy coping habits, heavy alcohol use, low energy, and feeling stuck in a cycle she couldn't break. She could barely stand through concerts, struggled to stay active, and honestly had every reason to believe "this is just who I am." Fast forward to now: She's averaging 10,000+ steps a day, strength training consistently, playing multiple softball games in 90-degree heat, kayaking for hours, walking amusement parks pain-free, running faster than ever, drinking less, managing stress in healthier ways, and completely changing the trajectory of her life. This episode is such an important conversation about: sustainable weight loss emotional eating habit change mindset shifts healing your relationship with food improving your quality of life breaking unhealthy coping cycles building healthy routines that actually last More than anything, it's about the moment when the pain of staying the same becomes greater than the pain of changing. If you've been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like you're too far gone to change… this episode is for you. If this episode resonated with you, make sure to share it on Instagram and tag me so I can connect with you 💙 Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/malssfitnfoods/?hl=en And if you're ready to stop starting over and finally build sustainable habits, confidence, and a body/lifestyle you actually feel GOOD in, you can apply for coaching with my team below: Apply for Coaching: https://go.excelerateathletics.com/fitness-coaching-application

    34 min
  2. Fast Fit Facts: The Truth About Running & Body Recomposition | Ep. 136

    Jun 4

    Fast Fit Facts: The Truth About Running & Body Recomposition | Ep. 136

    Do running and body recomposition goals work together… or are they competing against each other? In this Fast Fit Facts episode, we're diving into the truth about running, muscle building, fat loss, and body recomposition — and why so many women feel confused when they're running more than ever but still not seeing the "toned" physique they want. We cover: how running affects muscle growth and body composition why endurance training and muscle building can compete with each other the difference between training for performance vs training for physique goals why running burns calories BUT also increases fuel and recovery demands why many women struggle to lose fat while training for races or high mileage the importance of recovery, carbs, and eating enough as a runner whether you can successfully balance running and strength training how to know which fitness goal should take priority in your current season This episode is NOT anti-running. Running can be an incredible sport, stress reliever, and fitness outlet. But if your goal is body recomposition, muscle growth, or looking more athletic and toned, it's important to understand the adaptations your body is prioritizing based on your training. If you've ever wondered: "Can I run and still build muscle?" "Why am I running so much but not looking toned?" "Should I be in a calorie deficit while marathon training?" "Why do my running goals and physique goals feel at odds?" …this episode is for you. Apply for 1:1 coaching: https://go.excelerateathletics.com/fitness-coaching-application Follow Mallory on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/malssfitnfoods/

    19 min
  3. What To Do After A Weekend of Falling Off Track | Ep. 135

    May 28

    What To Do After A Weekend of Falling Off Track | Ep. 135

    If you've ever had a weekend where you felt like you completely "fell off track" with your nutrition, workouts, or routine… this episode is for you. In this episode, I'm walking you through EXACTLY what to do after an off-track weekend so you can stop spiraling, stop overcompensating, and actually get back into your routine without guilt, restriction, or punishment. We talk about: how to reset after overeating why grocery shopping and meal prep matter more than motivation why skipping breakfast on Monday is one of the worst things you can do why you should NEVER try to "make up" for the weekend how under-eating during the week often leads to weekend overeating why your weekends may be exposing what your weekdays are missing the importance of never missing a Monday workout how to stop the all-or-nothing cycle with fitness and nutrition This episode is full of practical steps, mindset shifts, and realistic strategies to help you move on from the weekend and build a healthier, more sustainable relationship with food, fitness, and consistency. Because the women who make long-term progress are NOT the women who never go off track… they're the women who recover quickly. Apply for 1:1 coaching: https://go.excelerateathletics.com/fitness-coaching-application Follow Mallory on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/malssfitnfoods/

    19 min
  4. Why OrangeTheory Wasn't Giving Me the Results I Wanted w/ Client Alexa | Ep. 134

    May 21

    Why OrangeTheory Wasn't Giving Me the Results I Wanted w/ Client Alexa | Ep. 134

    In this episode, I sit down with EA client Alexa to talk about why constantly working out still wasn't giving her the "toned" physique she was chasing. Before coaching, Alexa was doing everything she thought she was supposed to do: OrangeTheory, running half marathons, hot yoga, Pilates, meal prepping, prioritizing protein, recovery treatments… yet she still felt frustrated that her body didn't reflect the amount of effort she was putting in. This episode is NOT about bashing OrangeTheory or group fitness classes. It's about understanding the difference between: being active vs training intentionally for body recomposition and muscle building. We dive into: why more workouts don't always equal better results the difference between calorie burn and building muscle why so many women feel "skinny fat" despite working out constantly the misconceptions many women have about cardio and fat loss how Alexa shifted from chaos and exhaustion to a more intentional approach what finally helped her build the physique she had been working so hard for If you feel like you're doing "everything right" but still aren't seeing the body composition changes you want, this episode will likely hit VERY close to home. Apply for 1:1 coaching: https://go.excelerateathletics.com/fitness-coaching-application Follow Mallory on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/malssfitnfoods/?hl=en

    35 min
  5. 5 Signs You Are Not Ready For Fat Loss | Ep. 133

    May 14

    5 Signs You Are Not Ready For Fat Loss | Ep. 133

    Most women think they need more discipline, more cardio, or lower calories to finally lose fat… …but what if your body is actually telling you it's not ready for a fat loss phase yet? In this episode, I'm breaking down 5 major signs that you are NOT ready for fat loss — and why pushing harder could actually be making your results worse. We're talking about: chronic hunger and food obsession low energy and poor recovery inconsistent nutrition habits under-eating during the week and overeating on weekends relying on workouts to "earn" food poor relationship with food and body image why your metabolism, hormones, and training performance matter before cutting calories If you feel like you're "doing everything right" but still not looking toned, lean, or seeing progress… this episode is going to help you understand why. Because sometimes the most effective thing you can do for fat loss… is stop trying to force fat loss. If you're tired of spinning your wheels and want a personalized plan that actually helps you build the toned, strong physique you've been working for — while improving your relationship with food and your body along the way — apply for 1:1 coaching with the Excelerate Athletics team here: https://go.excelerateathletics.com/fitness-coaching-application Be sure to rate, review, and share this episode with a friend who needs to hear it 💙

    17 min
  6. How to Become a Fitness Coach (and What Actually Makes a GOOD Coach) | Ep. 132

    May 7

    How to Become a Fitness Coach (and What Actually Makes a GOOD Coach) | Ep. 132

    Someone asked me recently if I had a podcast episode on how to become a coach… like what certifications to get, how to get started, all of that. And yes—we're covering that. But we're also going a layer deeper… because becoming a coach and becoming a good coach are two very different things. In this episode, I break down: How to become a fitness coach or online coach (certifications, starting points, etc.) The biggest misconceptions about coaching in the fitness industry What actually makes someone a GOOD coach (and why most people miss this) The skills, mindset, and communication it takes to truly help clients get results Why having a plan isn't enough—and what clients actually need from a coach If you've ever thought about becoming a coach, this will give you a real, honest look at what it takes. And if you're someone who's been trying to figure this all out on your own… this episode might also show you why having the right coach makes all the difference. Apply for 1-1 Coaching with EA: https://go.excelerateathletics.com/fitness-coaching-application

    31 min
  7. 5 Mistakes Women Make in a Fat Loss Phase (Why Your Cut Isn't Working) | Ep. 131

    Apr 30

    5 Mistakes Women Make in a Fat Loss Phase (Why Your Cut Isn't Working) | Ep. 131

    If you feel like you're doing everything right in a fat loss phase—but your body isn't changing the way you want—it's probably not a lack of effort… it's these mistakes. In this episode, I'm breaking down the 5 most common mistakes women make in a cut, and why they can completely stall your fat loss results (even if you think you're in a calorie deficit). We cover: Why changing too many variables at once can backfire How "cheat meals" and weekends can quietly take you out of a deficit The biggest mistake women make with training during fat loss (and why it affects your results) Why most people don't actually have a strategy when they start a cut And the MOST important phase no one talks about: what to do after the diet ends If your goal is to lose fat, look more toned, and actually keep your results—this episode will show you exactly where most women go wrong and what to do instead. 🔥 Want help doing this the right way? The Six Week Summer Lean Challenge walks you through how to: set up your fat loss phase adjust your calories and macros correctly train to keep muscle while losing fat and transition out of a cut without gaining the weight back We start May 4th. Join here: https://go.excelerateathletics.com/summer-lean-challenge-2026 Use code POD20 for 20% off (podcast listeners only)

    31 min
  8. Want to Lose Fat for Summer? Listen to This First | Ep. 130

    Apr 23

    Want to Lose Fat for Summer? Listen to This First | Ep. 130

    If you're trying to lose fat for summer and your plan is to just eat less, do more cardio, and hope for the best… this episode is for you. Because the truth is most women aren't failing fat loss… they've just never actually been taught how to do a proper cut phase. In this episode, I break down why your past fat loss attempts haven't worked, what's actually been going wrong, and what a real cut phase should look like if your goal is to lean out and look toned (not just smaller). If you feel like you're always "starting over" every summer, this is going to connect a lot of dots. And if you're ready to actually do it right this time, my 6 Week Summer Lean Challenge walks you step-by-step through a structured cut phase so you can see real results without the crash diet chaos. You can learn more and join below: https://go.excelerateathletics.com/summer-lean-challenge-2026

    22 min
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About

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
    138
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2023
  • Show Website
    Excelerate Your Life

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