Muscles and Malarkey

Sep 24 2024
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Welcome to Muscles and Malarkey, your go-to podcast for all things strength, fitness, and fun! I'm your host, Mary. This show is dedicated to making strength training and fitness simple, accessible, and enjoyable.

Whether you’re just starting your strength journey or looking to deepen your knowledge, Muscles and Malarkey is here to guide you through it all. From the basics of training, nutrition, and programming to in-depth explorations of intriguing fitness topics, I've got you covered. I’ll also feature interviews with individuals from various fitness backgrounds to provide diverse perspectives and insights.

Each episode is crafted to help you navigate your fitness path with confidence and clarity. These are the lessons and tips I wish I had when I began my strength training journey in 2017, and now I’m sharing them with you.

Got questions or topics you want me to cover? Reach out to me on Instagram at @MusclesandMalarkey or email us at [email protected]. Don’t forget to follow the podcast for the latest updates and join our community of fitness enthusiasts!

Get ready to lift, learn, and laugh with Muscles and Malarkey!

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Episode 7: BMI's are Bullshit

Sep 24 2024 13 mins  
Welcome back to Muscles and Malarkey! In this episode, I take a deep dive into some of the biggest fitness myths that have been circulating for years. From common misconceptions about, body mass, diet and "spot reduction", I’m setting the record straight. With real-life examples and scientific sources to back it up, I’ll walk you through the truth behind the myths and share how

Episode 6: Lifting Partners & Hot Takes: A Conversation with My Gym Bestie

Sep 10 2024 57 mins  
Welcome back to Muscles and Malarkey! In this episode, I sit down with my long-time lifting partner, Emily, to talk about her journey from a gym beginner to competing in Weightlifting and Powerlifting meets. We discuss how she got into fitness, her experiences at different competitions, and share some useful lifting tips along the way. Expect a few thought-provoking hot takes and a

Episode 5: From Missteps to Muscle; My Early Lifting Mistakes

Aug 27 2024 38 mins  
Welcome back to Muscles and Malarkey! In this episode, I dive deep into the mistakes I made when I first started lifting. Mistakes are part of the journey, but they’re also where we learn the most. I’m sharing some words of caution to help you avoid the pitfalls I fell into—like poor form and ego lifting. I also have some positive take aways and helpful tidbits sprinkled thro

Episode 4: Fuel Your Fitness with No Nutrition Drama: Answering Your Foamy Shake Questions

Aug 13 2024 19 mins  
Welcome back to Muscles and Malarkey, where I'm diving into the essentials of nutrition to help you make informed choices for your fitness journey. Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your diet, this episode is your go-to guide for understanding the basics of macronutrients and how they play a crucial role in fueling your workouts and achieving your goals.In this

Episode 3: Fitness 101: Your Ultimate Guide to Starting Strong *Insert Bicep Emoji Here*

Jul 30 2024 22 mins  
Welcome back to Muscles and Malarkey! Ready to hit the gym but don’t know where to start? In this episode, I’ve got you covered! Join me as I break down the essentials of beginning your fitness journey, from understanding the basics of the different muscle groups, finding your "why", and crafting a workout routine tailored for beginners.I’ll go over a sample workout program d

Episode 2: Gym Lingo and Snoop Dogg's Favorite Pastime

Jul 17 2024 20 mins  
Welcome to Episode 2 of Muscles and Malarkey! I got some feedback after episode 1 and wanted to explain some things I touched on in the pilot episode. I also had a request to go over some common gym phrases as well as acronyms. This is a more educational episode for people who are very new in the gym. Is there anything that confused you when you first started working out? Let me kn

Episode 1: Muscles and Malarkey

Apr 30 2024 15 mins  
Hello, and welcome to Muscles and Malarkey. In this episode I will be discussing a little bit about me and my history with fitness. I also discuss the purpose of this podcast and why I am here! Fitness is a tough realm to be in. People have questions! They want to know what to do and why they're doing it. Stick around and enjoy some laid back, educational content. I'm happy to have