Fit With Mackenzie

Online Fitness Coach

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Online Fitness Coach | I help busy professionals lose weight and improve mental strength so that they can perform at the highest level

Fitness saved my life.

I was stuck in the depths of depression and anxiety. I didn’t love the person I was - on the inside or outside.


The gym was my outlet. But my first few years were full of trial and error and I made my fair share of mistakes.


Eventually things started to click. I began diving deep into how the mind and body work, educating myself and shifting emphasis to balance, mindset, and sustainable habits.


This journey has truly given me my life back. And now I have found my passion in helping others do the same.


My goal is to help you build a strong body and mind, through lifestyle changes that will last forever.


It's way more than just a physical transformation, I'm not joking when I say it affects every single area of your life. Performance at work, energy and mental clarity, how you show up as a leader, spouse, parent, and everything in between.


Maybe you are in the place I previously was, or you just want to pursue the best version of yourself.


Either way, I'd love to support you in your journey to health, healing, and optimal performance. 

Feel free to connect with me on other platforms

Twitter: https://twitter.com/smithhmackenzie
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fit_with_mackenzie

I also have tons of free resources to get you started on the right path:
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I’m baffled looking back on when I was medicated.

Doctors loaded me up on SSRIs, sleeping pills, and anti-anxiety meds without asking a damn thing about me. 

No questions about my lifestyle, diet, stress levels, or any underlying issues.

I took them for 1-2 years before I started to wean myself off. 

But deep down, I always knew it wasn’t the right path for me.

It didn’t feel right how quickly it was pushed on me, and it felt like a mask rather than addressing the root issues.

Don’t get me wrong— meds have a place and can be a helpful tool for some people. 

But I firmly believe we need to control the factors we can control and tackle the deeper causes of what’s really going on.

For me, fitness and nutrition played a massive role in healing.

Once I started focusing on my physical health, things began to shift. 

My mental health improved, I dove deeper into self-improvement, found meaningful work, built new habits, and rewrote the narratives I was stuck in.

If there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s this: you can’t outsource your health. 

It requires taking control, digging deep, and making real, sustainable changes.

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P.S. Want to get through the holidays without falling off track? 

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Most people fail because they aim for perfection.

I see it all the time: people think if they can’t do it all perfectly, they shouldn’t do it at all.

It’s never that black and white.

Perfection isn’t the goal, progress is.

If you can’t make it to the gym, do a home workout or walk.

If you can’t get a full workout in, do a 15-20 min session.

If your meals are off, make the best decision you can with what’s available.

It’s the small, consistent actions that compound into the results you’re after.

The people who succeed aren’t the ones who never miss.

They’re the ones who adapt, keep going, and never let a bad day turn into a bad week.

Progress over perfection.

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P.S. Want to get through the holidays without falling off track? 

My Holiday Survival Guide gives you the strategies to stay consistent without sacrificing enjoyment of this time of year.

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Steak, eggs, butter, and salt have all been unfairly demonized by society...

Yet they’re some of the most nutrient-dense, beneficial foods you can eat.

What you should really be worried about is donuts, cereal, soda, and fake meats loaded with chemicals and empty calories.

Real, whole foods fuel your body. Processed junk destroys it.

Focus on what truly nourishes you.

How to make 2025 your best year yet with these 10 simple habits:

1. Weight training 3x/week, with proper control and range of motion.

2. Prioritize sleep habits to ensure 7-8 hours of quality sleep a night.

3. Treat mobility drills equally as important as any other exercise.

4. Reduce or cut out alcohol.

5. Fuel your body with primarily nutrient-dense foods, and less processed sugars.

6. Invest in your mental health through things like journaling, meditation, or breathwork.

7. Spend more time out in nature and full present.

8. Surround yourself with more people who lift you up.

9. Don't get so caught up in the grind that you forget to enjoy life along the way.

10. Constantly check in with yourself to make sure your actions are aligned with your vision.

Massive change starts with simple habits done consistently.

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P.S. I’m Mackenzie, an online fitness coach with a focus on lifelong mental and physical change

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We normalize health issues like fatigue, joint pain, and bad digestion. 

But what we forget is that living without those issues is possible. 

You weren’t meant to go through life just getting by, surviving, or going through the motions.

Your body and mind are designed to thrive and function at a high level.

The truth is, most people have no clue what it feels like to truly feel good, or what’s even possible, because they’re stuck in the same habits.

But it’s a luxury most people don’t realize until they’ve lost it.

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It’s not normal to be depressed.

It’s not normal to be overweight.

It’s not normal to have constant headaches and bloating.

It’s not normal to rely on medication your entire life.

Just because it’s common, doesn’t mean it’s normal.

Many of these issues are signals.

Your body telling you something needs to change.

Even simple changes can transform your quality of life:

- Prioritize whole, nutrient-dense foods
- Get quality sleep and manage stress
- Move your body daily

Going through each day just surviving isn’t how you were meant to live.

Chronic pain and discomfort shouldn’t be the baseline.

It’s time to start truly living again.

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P.S. Want to get through the holidays without falling off track? 

My Holiday Survival Guide gives you the strategies to stay consistent without sacrificing enjoyment of this time of year.

Download it here:
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Gotta love an empty gym and a Christmas morning lift

And I followed it up with some homemade cookies

Merry Christmas team 😆

People will really:

- drink multiple times a week
- mindlessly scroll on socials 
- work a job they hate
- eat out every meal
- watch the news
- get no sunlight
- skip workouts
- sit all day

Then say they feel depressed...

No shit.

I used to think I needed to have everything figured out before starting.

But I didn’t know a damn thing when I started in the gym, business, or any personal pursuit.

When I first stepped in the gym, my form was terrible, I made up random workouts, and my nutrition was nonexistent.

When I started this business, I didn’t even have a plan.

I made mistakes, stumbled over systems, and learned a ton through trial and error.

But I just showed up.

There were plenty of missteps, but each of those steps forward is what built the foundation for everything else.

Progress starts when you stop overthinking and take imperfect action

You don’t need to have it all figured out (and you never will).

The best way to learn is by doing.

So start moving.

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P.S. I also built my “Lift like a Pro” series to help you avoid the mistakes I made early on in the gym

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You’ll never be fully satisfied with where you are.

For years, I got caught up in that mindset of thinking things will be better at the next big goal

Hitting a certain physique, building my business, achieving some version of “success.”

But every time I reached one milestone, I was already laser-focused on the next.

And that’s just part of the beauty of life - there’s always another level to chase.

But that’s also why putting off your happiness until you reach “X” goal is so dangerous.

You won’t be happy when you lose 20lbs. You won’t be happy when you make 6 figures.

Maybe for a moment.

But once you hit that goal, there will always be another.

True fulfillment isn’t found in the finish line.

It’s found in the process. Falling in love with the growth and the pursuit itself.

When I shifted my focus to the work, the journey, and who I was becoming along the way, everything changed.

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I’m not a fan of New Year’s resolutions.

If you’re waiting for January 1st to start fresh, it’s often a sign that something’s off.

The truth is, nothing magically changes when the clock strikes midnight. 

You won’t suddenly adopt new habits, shift your mindset, or become a different person overnight.

Real change doesn’t happen with a flip of a switch - it happens through building habits gradually and consistently.

That’s why I’m always reevaluating and adjusting my goals throughout the year—weekly, monthly, quarterly, and yearly.

But I do love New Year’s for an extra deep reflection.

I tend to struggle with zooming out and appreciating my progress and where I’m at.

So this is a great time for me to do this and look at the year from a whole and what I want to change going into 2025.

Lately, I’ve been journaling more, creating a vision board, and sitting with what I truly want to achieve this year.

Excited for what’s to come.

Here’s to the best year of our lives 🥂 

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P.S. I’m Mackenzie, an online fitness coach with a focus on lifelong mental and physical change

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I didn’t grow up confident. 

I didn’t love myself. 

I didn’t think I was capable of much.

Lifting didn’t just change my body. 

It taught me discipline, patience, and how to show up for myself when no one else would.

The gym is so much more than just a place to build muscle - it’s where you build character.

Because how you do one thing is how you do everything.

The consistency, discipline, and confidence you develop in fitness carry over into every other area of your life.

Family, faith, business, relationships, leadership - it all changes when you start showing up differently.

It changes how you show up in life.

That’s the real transformation.

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P.S. Happy Christmas Eve ❤️ 

What Christmas traditions do you celebrate?

If you’re feeling the effects of age creeping in...

That’s all the more reason to start doing something about it now.

Getting older doesn’t mean accepting low energy, aches, and lack of strength.

But the more you wait to address these things, the harder it becomes.

With the right habits, you can feel stronger and more energized in your 60s than you did in your 40s. 

It’s not just about adding years to your life, it’s about adding life to your years.

Living freely, keeping up with your family, going on adventures, enjoying the moments that matter most.

No one wants to feel limited or become a burden to loved ones.

It’s never too late to invest in your health, build strength, and take control of how you age.

You have the power to shape what the next chapter looks like.

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I’ve been super emotional looking back on this whole year.

2024 has probably been the most transformative year of my life.

I settled into my new life in Florida and built a home I truly love.

Stepped into a leadership role after bringing on the most incredible team behind me.

Rebranded the company and found new mentors to guide me.

Refocused on what truly matters—taking better care of myself, prioritizing relationships, and embracing experiences.

Got back into volleyball and found a deeper connection to the things I love.

Got in the best shape of my life, physically and mentally.

Leaning into all my biggest fears specifically with starting a podcast and sharing my voice.

Most importantly, I’ve had the privilege to change lives and impact hundreds of people.

I’m sure there’s way more than that but these are topof mind.

For the first time ever, I feel fully aligned with the person I want to be and the trajectory of my life.

But that of course doesn’t come without the fair share of lows. 

There were so many moments of doubt, feeling broken, alone, lost and questioning everything.

But that’s a part of the roller coaster of life.

And we wouldn’t appreciate all the highs without the lows and the work it took to get there.

Growth doesn’t always feel linear, but with every step, you’re building momentum.

I’m grateful for the challenges, the wins, and the people who’ve been part of this year. 
2025 ain’t ready for us. 

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P.S. I’m Mackenzie, an online fitness coach for high performers who want a mental and physical transformation 

Follow along for more content on all things fat loss, training, mindset and more 🤝

People obsess over the nicest cars or the latest designer clothes...

Yet they neglect the one thing that matters most: their health.

A luxury car won’t mean much if you’re too tired to enjoy life.

A plain T-shirt looks better on a fit, healthy body than any designer label ever could.

Your body is your most valuable asset.

It’s the one thing you’ll have with you for life.

Start treating it like one. 

Prioritize your health - because no material thing can replace feeling strong, energized, and confident every day.

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Click the link below to get that and 12 week training program:

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Merry Christmas fam!

Never been big on holidays due to my upbringing 

Usually, these ones hit hard but I’m still feeling at peace this year

Hit church last night, wrapping up work this morning, then taking this as an extra day to fill my cup

No other priorities, just doing some deep yearly reflection and chilling at the beach

Love this time to zoom out and practice extra gratitude for this beautiful life

Hope you all have a blessed day with loved ones 🤍

The New Year always brings that rush of motivation.

Gyms are packed, diets start strong, and everyone’s chasing their new goals.

But screw the motivation.

It always fades.

Most people end up right back at square one by February because they rely on that initial excitement, instead of building habits that actually last.

Motivation is a temporary feeling and it’s great to ride it while it’s there.

But then what do you do when it inevitably wears off?

You gotta:

1. Start small

Don’t try to change your entire life overnight. Focus on 1-2 key habits and build from there.

2. Be consistent. 

A couple of workouts or healthy meals won’t change everything. But showing up every day does.

3. Create systems. 

Make it easy for yourself. Prepping meals, scheduling workouts—these systems eliminate guesswork and help you stay on track.

4. Expect setbacks. 

Life happens. You’ll skip a workout, indulge at an event, or have an off day. The key isn’t perfection, it’s progress.

So, as you head into January strong, ask yourself:

“Could I see myself doing this forever?”

Because when it’s sustainable, that’s what will actually change your life.

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P.S. I built a FREE guide that teaches how to properly strength train for optimal health and longevity.

Click the link below to get that and 12 week training program:

https://lnkd.in/evhf--w9

For the first time in years, I’ve been able to give myself a day off every week.

The last couple of weeks since reclaiming my Sundays have brought me so much peace.

Filling my cup has been a big focus over the past few months, and this shift is a direct result of that intention.

Now, my Sundays are filled with:

- meal prep
- church
- dominating at volleyball
- a beach day
- watching the sunset

It’s the perfect way to recharge and set the tone for the week ahead.

The holidays are always a bit of a balancing act

On one hand, it’s about enjoying good food and making memories. 

On the other, it’s easy to feel like you’ve fallen off track—too much indulgence, missed workouts, or less structure.

But it’s perfectly okay.

One meal, one missed workout, or even a week of indulgence won’t ruin your progress.

The problem is: when people feel off track, they tend to spiral.

“I already ate too much, what’s one more dessert?”

“I skipped my workout today, so might as well skip the whole week.”

“I’ll just wait until January to start over.”

The mindset of “I’ve already ruined it” leads to all-or-nothing behavior and that’s where the real damage happens.

When we feel like we’ve overdone it, the first instinct is often to “undo the damage” with drastic measures and punishing ourselves.

Instead of going from 0 to 100, focus on simply getting back to the basics:

Hydrate.
Move.
Eat nourishing meals.
Sleep well.
And most importantly: give yourself grace.

You won’t look back and remember the times you skipped dessert or forced yourself through a workout.

But you will remember the moments that mattered with the people you care about.

When you feel ready to refocus, just come back to the basics.

You’re building a lifestyle, not chasing perfection.

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If you want to lose weight, you must be in a caloric deficit.

If you want to change how you look, adjust your macros.

If you want to change how you feel, adjust the types of food you eat.

It’s not about choosing between food quality and quantity.

You need both.

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