The Coach Mark Carroll Podcast

USA Recap - Navigating nutrition, training and parenthood

05 Mar 2026

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Coach Mark Carroll is joined by guest Lauren Simpson for a real-world breakdown of what it actually looks like to travel for three weeks through the U...

Why we built VRTO App

09 Feb 2026

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In this episode of The Coach Mark Carroll Podcast, Mark shares the full behind-the-scenes story of why he and Lauren made the decision to leave behind...

2025: The Year I Came Back

30 Dec 2025

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In this deeply personal year-end reflection, Coach Mark Carroll shares the entire journey of how he went from five years of depression, weight gain, a...

From PT to Australia’s #1 Fitness Education Company with Daine McDonald

03 Dec 2025

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From running $40 bootcamps in a park to leading Australia’s #1 and biggest fitness education company - Mark sits down with Clean Health founder Dain...

VRTO is here!

24 Nov 2025

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Introducing VRTO: The Next Evolution of Your Training & NutritionIn this episode, Mark and Lauren unveil VRTO - their brand-new joint fitness app ...

Suffer With Purpose

10 Oct 2025

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In this episode, Coach Mark Carroll dives deep into the reality behind achieving big goals — it’s not always easy, and it’s not meant to be. Usi...

My Morning Routine.

30 Sep 2025

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In this raw and reflective episode, Coach Mark Carroll opens up about his personal journey with morning routines — from dismissing them as overrated...

Breakthrough with Elite Coaching

25 Sep 2025

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In this special episode of The Coach Mark Carroll Podcast, Mark is joined by Layla, one of the elite coaches from the CMC Premium team. From her roots...

Best Rep Ranges to Build Muscle

18 Sep 2025

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In this game-changing episode of The Coach Mark Carroll Podcast, Mark dives deep into one of the most common questions in strength training: what is t...

Breaking a Fat Loss Plateau

17 Sep 2025

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In this short but powerful solo episode, Coach Mark Carroll dives deep into one of the most frustrating parts of any fat loss journey - plateaus. Why ...

What to do AFTER a fat loss transformation

10 Sep 2025

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In this heartfelt and insightful episode of The Coach Mark Carroll Podcast, Coach Mark is joined by his wife, fitness coach Lauren Simpson - or should...

Fitness Content Creation for Growth with Jack Hallows

20 Jun 2025

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In this episode of the Coach Mark Carroll Podcast, Mark is joined by returning guest and friend, Jack Hallows a personal trainer turned social media p...

Mental Illness - Impact on a relationship with Lauren Simpson

12 Jun 2025

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In this powerful episode of The Coach Mark Carroll Podcast, Mark sits down with his partner Lauren Simpson to dive deep into a topic many shy away fro...

How to warm up for optimal performance in the gym with Glen Carroll

09 Jun 2025

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In this episode of the Coach Mark Carroll Podcast, Mark sits down with his brother and experienced coach Glenn Carroll to unpack one of the most misun...

Fitness, Relationships and Business Q&A

06 Jun 2025

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In this special edition of the Coach Mark Carroll Podcast, Coach Mark takes a break from the usual deep dives to answer real questions from his audien...

FAT LOSS PHASE - how to create a 12 week fat loss strategy featuring Lauren Simpson

02 Jun 2025

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In this episode, Coach Mark Carroll is joined by his partner, Lauren Simpson, for an honest, in-depth conversation about their personal fat loss journ...

How i built a $45 Million investing portfolio as a PT

29 May 2025

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In this deeply personal and insightful episode, Coach Mark Carroll steps away from the fitness talk and opens up about his investing journey—from hu...

Why you are not where you want to be right now

26 May 2025

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Episode DescriptionIn this raw and deeply personal episode, Coach Mark Carroll opens up about the patterns and habits that have been quietly sabotagin...

Bump to Beyond: The Power of Training through Pregnancy

23 May 2025

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Episode DescriptionCoach Mark Carroll chats with a very special guest—his fiancée, business partner, and now mum, Lauren Simpson. In this raw and h...

FAST Fat Loss

19 May 2025

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Episode DescriptionIn this episode, Coach Mark Carroll dives deep into one of the most polarizing topics in the fitness world: aggressive fat loss. Wh...

Bikini Pro to CEO Journey

16 May 2025

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Episode DescriptionIn this episode, Mark sits down with long-time friend and former client Jenna Davies—WBFF Bikini Pro turned tech entrepreneur—f...

Life Update - We are back!

14 May 2025

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After over a year away, Coach Mark Carroll returns with one of his rawest and most vulnerable episodes yet.In this deeply personal comeback, Mark shar...

All About Investing - Part 1

10 May 2024

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In this come back episode, I am with my fiancé Lauren Simpson and we talk about one of the most asked topics from me which is - investing!Lauren and ...

Stop Fearing The Scale

21 Mar 2024

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Are you someone who dreads stepping on the scale? Do you find yourself feeling anxious or stressed about what the numbers might say? Don’t...

Stop Comparing Your Calories

18 Mar 2024

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Are you constantly comparing your dieting calories to those of others, wondering why they seem to be able to eat more and still lose weight?This topic...

Bed Time Routine for Better Sleep

08 Mar 2024

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Have you had trouble getting to sleep? Or just getting a good sleep in general?In today’s podcast episode, I share with you some of the bedtime rout...

Nutritional Fear Mongering on Social Media

06 Mar 2024

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Is it true that enjoying some less healthy foods will ruin your health? Why would this be the case?My brother, Glen Carroll, recently made an Instagra...

Are you ready to diet?

22 Feb 2024

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It is not always a great time to be in a calorie deficit! In this episode, Mark breaks down the key factors you need to consider before choosing ...

Is Stress Killing Your Gains?

21 Feb 2024

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Do you know that Stress Impacts your Fitness Journey?In today’s podcast episode, I discuss how stress can affect not only your physical health but a...

How To Win The Mental Battle of the Scale

17 Feb 2024

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Have you ever experienced looking at yourself in the mirror and not seeing the results you’ve been expecting?Don’t worry. You’re not alone.In th...

Cause and Effect: Don't Let Life Derail Your Goals!

11 Feb 2024

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Do you sometimes struggle with self-sabotaging your own success? Life will always happen. But how we respond is what’s crucial!Listen to this p...

The 3 Best Supplements for the Gym

09 Feb 2024

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Are you confused about the endless supplements out there these days?- Do you need them?- Do they even work?- Which should you invest your hard earned ...

6 ways you can progressively overload your workouts

09 Feb 2024

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Progressive overload is key for promoting muscle growth and achieving your best physique possible.But people often mistakenly assume that the only way...

6 Factors to Improving Dieting Adherence

02 Feb 2024

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Do you know why diet adherence is important for fat loss?In this repeat episode, I'll reshare with you the different essential factors to the key of l...

Should You Focus on Diet or Exercise First for Fat Loss?

02 Feb 2024

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In this repeat episode, I'll reshare with you, one of the most crucial questions out there for Fat Loss."Should You Focus on Diet or Exercise First fo...

Moderate Deficits vs. Aggressive Deficits

29 Dec 2023

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Have you heard of Moderate or Aggressive Deficits?In this repeat episode, Sheridan and I discuss the difference between moderate vs. aggressive defici...

My 2023 Highlights and Lowlights

28 Dec 2023

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Are you excited for what lies ahead in 2024?As the year draws to a close, I want to share with you some reflections I’ve had in the past 12 months.I...

Crush Your New Year's Resolutions

27 Dec 2023

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We are nearing the end of the year, so let me ask you one of the most common questions you’ll probably hear in the next few days:What’s your New Y...

Life Update and Navigating the Holidays

21 Dec 2023

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Are you feeling the holiday hustle?Don’t worry! Because I do too.In this podcast episode, I’ll open up to you about my recent struggles with menta...

How To Do A Mini Cut?

12 Dec 2023

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When is a mini-cut appropriate? How long should you diet for? How do you set your calories & macros? Cardio & steps? You’ve probably he...

Am I Too Old To Build Muscle?

08 Dec 2023

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“Age is just a number.” You’ve probably heard this phrase a billion times! Today, I am here to explain how it applies in the world of fitness.I ...

Inner Mean Voice

30 Nov 2023

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In today’s episode, I share a deeply personal topic with you about my personal experiences and struggles with mental health, specifically on the “...

Mastering Tempo with Glen Carroll

23 Nov 2023

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Do you use tempo in your training? If you've ever used one of my programs, you have! Tempo is often overlooked or misunderstood, but it can be a fanta...

Hidden Potential

23 Nov 2023

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Today I talk about a book that I've been reading called "Hidden Potential" by Adam Grant, which discusses personal growth, success, and the myths that...

Who is Coach Mark Carroll?

21 Nov 2023

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Today, I take us back to where it all started...In this repeat episode from our previous podcasts, I share my personal story including my journey, the...

Exclusive Interview: Hattie Boydle - A World Champion's Fitness Journey!

16 Nov 2023

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I’m thrilled to share this episode with you where I sit down with one of the biggest female fitness competitors in Australia - the incredible Hattie...

Nutrition around the menstrual cycle

13 Nov 2023

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This episode is a must for all women, or coaches of women. Have you ever wondered:Should you make dietary changes around the menstrual cycle?Do women ...

Cardio: HIIT or LISS?

12 Nov 2023

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Are you confused on what type of cardio to do?Should you do HIIT (intervals) or LISS (steady state) cardio?In this episode I discuss:- Different cardi...

Getting Out of Your Comfort Zone

09 Nov 2023

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In this episode, I dive into a topic that resonates with many of us and that is the art of stepping out of our comfort zone.Today, I share with you my...

Training deloads and auto-regulation

03 Nov 2023

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A topic that I think a lot of people tend to undervalue or overvalue is deloading. Taking a break from training intensity or volume. Deloads are ...

Nutrition and Digestion - with Jake Campus

27 Oct 2023

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Today we have a special guest, a friend of mine and a great coach, nutritionist Jake Campus. Jake and I talk all things nutrition and digestion includ...

3 Things On My Mind

24 Oct 2023

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Today I chat about a few things that I have seen or have been asked about recently regarding fitness.Hear about the 3 things that have really been fru...

Calling Out Misinformation

20 Oct 2023

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Have you heard about the EMS (Electrical Muscle Stimulation) Machine?Apparently, according to some influencers, this machine is the "quickest way to b...

Doing a Build Phase - with Lauren Simpson

18 Oct 2023

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In this episode, Lauren Simpson sits down to discuss all of the details regarding her recent build phase with me!- What is a build and why Lauren did ...

The Problem with "Toning”

17 Oct 2023

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In today’s episode, I discuss some common questions I get from my clients: “How to get toned?”, “I want to get toned! What exercises should I ...

So This is 35...It's My Birthday!

12 Oct 2023

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Today is my birthday...and I am turning 35!In this episode I discuss the things I've learned this year on fitness, business, and life, and share the i...

7 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started Lifting - #7: Your Physique is an Ongoing Journey

10 Oct 2023

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In my last episode of 7 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started Lifting, I discuss Physique Building Being an Ongoing Journey.I elaborate on why you shoul...

7 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started Lifting - #6: The Role of Genetics

07 Oct 2023

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Here's episode #6 of 7 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started Lifting, where I discuss the role of genetics in training and physique building.I delv...

Creatine - everything you need to know!

03 Oct 2023

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I’m not a fan of supplements. In fact, I RARELY recommend them to my clients. But there is ONE supplement that I recommend to almost ALL of my clien...

What is your kryptonite? - Fast Fat Loss Strategies Series Part 1

03 Oct 2023

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In the first episode of the series, I discuss strategy #1 which is all about attacking your weak area (your “kryptonite”). The majority of us have...

Moderate Deficits vs. Aggressive deficits

03 Oct 2023

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In this week's episode, Mark and Sheridan discuss the difference between moderate vs. aggressive deficits. Specifically:Does one lead to metabolic ada...

7 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started Lifting - #5: Correlation vs. Causation

29 Sep 2023

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In today's episode of 7 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started Lifting, I discuss the difference between Correlation and Causation.People often misi...

7 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started Lifting - #4: No Magic Foods for Fat Loss

28 Sep 2023

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In today's episode of 7 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started Lifting I discuss the world of nutrition in training specifically the "magic foods" f...

7 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started Lifting - #3: Training Only 'Mirror Muscles'

26 Sep 2023

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In today's episode of 7 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started Lifting I talk about wishing I had focused more on training 'non-mirror' muscles - su...

7 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started Lifting - #2: Machines vs Free Weights

25 Sep 2023

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My 7 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started Lifting podcast mini-series, continues with a look at machine exercises vs. free weights for b...

7 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started Lifting - #1: You MUST Barbell Squat and Deadlift???

22 Sep 2023

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With this episode, I've started a fun little mini-series: 7 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started Lifting.Today, I address the belief that you must...

Why Protein is Essential? - with Roger Sutherland

18 Sep 2023

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Have you ever wondered why protein is considered the most important macronutrient?In this episode, I'm joined by Roger Sutherland Shift Work...

Do You Need Cardio For Fat Loss? - with Glen Carroll

17 Sep 2023

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Are you ready to dive deep into the world of cardio and its role in fat loss? 🤔💦For today’s episode, I sit down with Glen Carroll, my brother ...

Introducing CMC Premium Coaching

15 Sep 2023

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Having coached thousands of clients worldwide and with my years of experience working as a personal trainer, online coach and lecturer, the demand for...

How to do a Refeed Day?

13 Sep 2023

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Have you heard of a “Refeed”?In this episode, I discuss Refeeds in the context of nutrition and dieting and how you can properly execute one.I exp...

Build Your Glutes Series: #5 The Final Piece To Building Great Glutes

12 Sep 2023

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Building glutes is not just one thing. It is a combination of multiple things, all put together for massive glute growth!Keep in mind that training al...

Build Your Glutes Series: #4 My Favourite Glute Exercises

08 Sep 2023

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In my previous episode, I talked about the important movement patterns for glute gains.So now, I discuss what are my favourite go-to exercises to hit ...

Build Your Glutes Series: #3 What Does a Good Glute Workout Need?

05 Sep 2023

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What are the best glute workouts for glute gains?In this Glute Series episode, I discuss the importance of understanding different movement patterns w...

Build Your Glutes Series: #2 Misconception about the BURN Sensation

31 Aug 2023

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Just because you don't feel a burn on your glute workout, doesn't mean it's not effectively building your glutes!In today's episode for my mini-series...

Build Your Glutes Series: #1 Understanding Glute Growth Factors

30 Aug 2023

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In my 16+ years as a coach, I have helped thousands of women transform their glutes. I have produced some pretty incredible before and after glute res...

Is Calorie Tracking B.S.?

24 Aug 2023

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In this episode I address a statement that I heard recently, saying that calorie counting is stupid. I discuss why this is false and go over the follo...

Business & Marketing Chat with Jenna Davies

23 Aug 2023

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In this episode, I have with me a special guest - Jenna Davies marketing specialist and founder of Big Uppetite.Jenna and I discuss about business, pe...

Stop Comparing Your Calories

20 Aug 2023

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There's a topic I keep seeing in my DMs lately stressing people out. Comparing your dieting calories or build calories to other people's. I get a lot ...

My Thoughts on Celebrity Diet Advice

18 Aug 2023

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Famous people nowadays tend to voice their opinion on certain aspects of life.However, many talk about something that is so far from their level of ex...

Fitness Business Building with Daine McDonald

16 Aug 2023

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In this episode, I am joined by Daine McDonald, founder of Clean Health Fitness Institute a major fitness organization in Australia.Daine and I talk a...

Stop Fearing The Scale

13 Aug 2023

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The scale impacts people negatively at times and is sometimes used to over validate our results I have found.It’s not something that should make or ...

400k Followers on Instagram! - 3 Things I Learned About Posting on Social Media

11 Aug 2023

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Today, I am celebrating a milestone with you guys - a whopping 400,000 followers on my Instagram!These numbers don’t mean that much but are symbols ...

Why Everyone Should Have A Coach At Least Once

09 Aug 2023

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In this episode, I am with Jack Hallows, one of my long-term clients who is now an excellent personal trainer!We talk about Jack's amazing story of ho...

6 Tips to Manage Hunger in a Deficit

03 Aug 2023

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Hunger can be a challenging aspect of any dieting phase, but guess what? It's perfectly normal!I am here to support your goals of wanting to make posi...

CHATS WITH MC+LS - Building an Online Fitness Business

01 Aug 2023

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In this mini-series with Lauren Simpson, we talk about one of the most highly requested topics by our audiences: building an online fitness business. ...

Squat vs Hip Thrust Study - with Glen Carroll

30 Jul 2023

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What's the best exercise for the glutes? Should you squat or hip thrust? In this episode, Mark is joined by his brother Glen Carroll, to discuss ...

My thoughts on social media

27 Jul 2023

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In today's raw and honest episode, I share my current struggles in the fitness content creation world.Social media algorithms have hindered reach to m...

Infinite Goals

24 Jul 2023

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In today's episode, I'll shift gears and discuss something different from my usual focus on training and nutrition.I'll explore the topic of mindset, ...

Winning Formula for Hamstring Success

19 Jul 2023

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Today's episode focuses on a muscle group that often doesn't get the attention it deserves: HAMSTRINGS!I'll share with you all you need to know about ...

Building! Conservative or Aggressive Calorie Surplus?

16 Jul 2023

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Today's episode is on eating in a calorie surplus to optimise the process of building muscle mass. We'll cover a number of topics on building, includi...

Protein - Everything You Need to Know

13 Jul 2023

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Everything you need to know about protein in order to achieve your goals! In this episode, you'll learn more about protein requirements than most nutr...

Lauren Simpson - Our Engagement and Relationship

11 Jul 2023

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Good things really do take time, don't they?In today's special episode, we are taking a break from the usual fitness topics and will move to something...

Fat Loss Mistake #7 - Not Breaking Plateaus

09 Jul 2023

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The final episode in my Fat Loss Mistakes Mini Series focuses on why not trying to break through a fat loss plateau is a mistake. Learn how to frame y...

Fat Loss Mistake #6 - Doing Cardio Only

08 Jul 2023

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Day 6 of our Fat Loss Mistakes Mini Series is on doing cardio only while dieting. In this episode, I talk about the importance of not getting away fro...

Fat Loss Mistake #5 - Not Setting Goals

07 Jul 2023

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For our Fat Loss Mistakes Day 5 Mini Series, I'll talk about not setting goals during your fat loss journey.When it comes to setting goals for fat los...

Fat Loss Mistake #4 - Going Aggressive on your Calorie Deficit

06 Jul 2023

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Our Fat Loss Mistakes Mini Series Day 4 talks about the complete opposite of yesterday's episode - going too aggressive on your calorie deficit.Are yo...

Fat Loss Mistake #3 - Going Too Conservative with Your Calories

04 Jul 2023

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Our Fat Loss Mistakes mini series Day 3 looks at the issue of going too conservative with your calories in a cut.How do you know if you've created eno...

Fat Loss Mistake #2 - Switching to High Reps Only

03 Jul 2023

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Our fat loss mistakes journey continues with mistake #2: switching your training to high reps only when doing a cut.A big mistake people make is think...

Fat Loss Mistake #1 - Not Being in a Calorie Deficit

02 Jul 2023

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Are you actually in a calorie deficit? This may seem obvious and simple to a lot of you, but it is the #1 thing holding people back from losing body f...

Tips for Eating on a Holiday

29 Jun 2023

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In this episode, Mark discusses a common dilemma faced by mostly everyone who has established healthy eating routines - sticking to nutritional plans ...