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:
https://fitwithmackenzie.carrd.co/

I used to drink to escape.

I was trying to escape from my pain, self-destructive thoughts, and an unfulfilling life.

It felt like a temporary solution, a brief break from the discomfort. 

But that kind of escape only lasts so long before you realize it’s just deepening the hole you’re in.

People often ask me why I chose to stop drinking. 

My answer is simple: I don't see the point anymore. 

It’s not enjoyable for me. 

I now see it just makes me feel like shit.

It negatively impacts my sleep, training, nutrition, and overall productivity in my work.

And those are the things that matter most to me.

For me, getting away from alcohol has meant a clearer mind, more consistent energy levels, and an overall healthier lifestyle.

Anyone else relate to this?

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Mackenzie S.

One of the best ways to improve self-confidence:

Keep the promises you make to yourself.

Stop telling yourself you'll do something, and then not follow through.

You are subconsciously destroying your  self-worth each time.

If you say you’re going to read…

If you say you're getting up at 6...

If you say you're going to eat better...

If you say you're going to hit the gym...

You better follow through and get it done.

This is one of my top values and something I see holding so many people back. 

Your word holds a lot of weight. Your internal promises matter. 

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Stop comparing your chapter 1 to someone else’s chapter 20. 

So many people get caught up in comparison to what they see online. 

I catch myself doing it too. I see all these people living “the dream” wondering why I’m so far behind. 

But I guarantee you it's never what it seems.

Social media is a highlight reel, remember that.

People are posting their record business months, their best photos with good lighting, their seemingly happy relationship, and their major wins. 

They don’t show the battles they are fighting behind closed doors. 

Yes even me too. Although I try to be as real as possible on here and post about my struggles as well, you simply can’t see the full picture. 

After being in this space for a few years and meeting a lot of people in real life, it’s only amplified this fact.

And that’s not to say social media doesn’t have value. 

Learn from it, and use it as a tool to connect and grow. There’s a lot of amazing people. 

But don’t get caught up in comparing your journey to theirs. 

What matters most is what you are doing.

If you are better than the you from yesterday... you're winning. 

Stay locked into your vision. 

It’s you vs you. 

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P.S. I’m Mackenzie, an online fitness coach with a focus on mental health along with the physcial

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I got into the gym at the lowest point of my life

I hated myself and tore myself apart internally

I was unhealthy, trying to be as skinny as possible, beating my body into the ground

I was depressed and anxious

I let insecurity control my life

This led to me always falling short, I was never happy, never enough

Breaking free from that is one of the best things I’ve ever done for myself

And I believe it all started in the gym. It’s what rebuilt me from the inside out

And that’s why I say the gym isn’t just about the physical, it can change everything

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The reason you're overweight or have aches and pains isn't because you're "getting old”.

It's because you neglected true self-care care the last 2 decades.

But it doesn’t need to be this way once you hit 40 or 50.

You have the power to take control of your health, no matter where you’re starting from.

And the more proactive you are, the better the outcome will be.

Most people sit 12 hours a day, have no muscle mass, eat like shit, and don't sleep enough.

So it’s no wonder your body is deteriorating after years and years of this.

Start prioritizing yourself and your health again so you can look, feel, and perform at your best.

With a proactive approach, you can defy the notion that aging inevitably brings decline. 

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You don’t need more information, you need to take action.

At a certain point reading, researching, and planning is just procrastination.

It’s an excuse to put off your goals because you’re scared.

And you should be scared. 

Pursuing anything worthwhile in life will be scary. 

There are a lot of unknowns and you’re stepping into a new version of yourself. 

But you don't need to have everything figured out to start.

In fact, you never will have it all figured out, and that’s okay. 

I had no clue what I was doing when I first joined the gym, now here I am as a fitness/nutrition coach.

I had no clue how to build a brand when I started posting online (I actually didn’t know it was even possible), now here I am running my own business.

You just need to take that first step and you will learn and refine as you go.

Remember, standing still is way worse than going out and trying.

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I used to be so intense.

The first few years of my fitness journey I would never eat out, or consume junk food.

I never took days off (I was always pissed when the gym was closed on Christmas day).

I was so rigid and all in on this no-bullshit mentality.

Now that season of my life did teach me a lot and help me develop rock-solid discipline. But it is the wrong approach. 

As I’ve continued to grow over the last decade, I understand the importance of balance and sustainability.

It’s a fundamental piece of your health and fitness joutney.  

That kind of lifestyle I had is not enjoyable and not even slightly realistic for 99% of people. 

Especially after coaching hundreds of high performers, I understand the importance of proper balance in all areas of life.

Fitness should always add to your quality of life.

If not, you’re doing it wrong.

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Eating quality food beats any amount of supplements. 

Showing up consistently beats the perfect program. 

A good night’s sleep beats loading up on caffeine every morning. 

It's much simpler than most make it out to be…

Focus on the fundamentals, results will follow. 

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Do more shit that scares you

That should be a non-negotiable for your life

No matter how seemingly small the task may be

I remember when I started in the gym…

I was scared to go in, scared of the weight section, to try new movements or just ask for help

When I started my business…

I was scared to post anything online, record videos, to get on calls, and even take on clients

When I moved to Costa Rica…

I was terrified of the most random things - leave my hostel, taking the bus, walking to the gym, or going to the store

But the cool thing is when you force yourself into your fears and start overcoming them, you quite literally level up 

You realize this scary thing in your head isn't nearly as bad as you thought

You are capable and you become more confident to the point it no longer phases you

Then you are ready to take on the next task

And repeat

That's how you level up as a person. And I think few things in life are as rewarding as that feeling 
 Be scared but do it anyways

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I find it funny the things we normalize today:

Pounding sugar first thing in the morning. 

Feeling chronically inflamed and bloated. 

Taking an injection to lose weight. 

Drinking alcohol every day. 

Yet going to the gym consistently and eating healthy is considered “weird”. 

I don’t know about you, but I’m totally fine with being weird. 

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I see too many people putting their all into work, business, family…

Yet they end up neglecting themselves and their health takes the back burner.

I know it’s easy to get caught up in other priorities because of course your work and family matter immensely.

But the hard truth is you can’t pour from an empty cup.

You must take care of yourself first, so you can pour infinitely more into the things that matter most in your life.

Taking a few hours a week for yourself means you:

- are more focused and productive at work
- feel and perform better
- have more energy to keep up with your kids
- are a better, more present parent, spouse, or friend
- can have more experiences, live a fuller life
- reduce stress levels significantly

It’s all an investment. 

The time, work, and energy put into becoming the healthiest version of you, pays off exponentially in every area.

And it only takes 2% of your week. 

No better ROI than that if you ask me. 

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

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Motivation is irrelevant.

It's a temporary feeling that comes and goes in waves.

Nobody ever feels motivated 100% of the time and you cannot rely on it to be successful.

Instead, you must:

1. Get crystal clear on your WHY
2. Break down your goal into simple, actionable steps
3. Execute daily

Discipline will carry you when motivation isn't there.

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This one choice changed the entire trajectory of my life.

Last week I attended a conference for fitness and nutrition coaches. 

They put one on every year, but last year was my first time at an event like this. 

It changed everything for me. 

It was great to network with hundreds who had the same mindset and profession, and learn from the leaders in the space. 

I didn’t know anything about the company before I attended…

Yet somehow I walked out having invested my entire savings into their high-level coaching program.

Why?

I wanted to seek out discomfort.

The whole thing scared me. 

Being at this event on my own, investing that much, finally betting on myself, putting myself in a room with people I admire. 

But the bottom line is you gotta put yourself in uncomfortable situations to create massive change. 

I wouldn’t be anywhere near where I am today had I not done so. 

If you aren’t uncomfortable, you aren’t growing. 

So take that next uncomfortable step in your life.

Maybe it’s going to the gym for the first time. 

Maybe it’s just committing yourself to make a change. 

Maybe it’s hiring a coach. 

Take that step into fear, into the unknown, and towards a better version of you. 

It always pays off.

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And speaking of community, if you want to be surrounded with other like-minded people on their fitness journey, thats exactly why I created my private community. 

Get inspired, be held accountable, learn, and grow together.

Click the link in my bio to join us 🤝

Your circle determines your future.

I want to surround myself with those who value:

-taking action
-entrepreneurship
-health and fitness
-constant self-improvement

Not those who:

-are lazy
-play the victim
-go drink every week
-watch Netflix all-day
-don’t prioritize health

Who’s in your circle?

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Eating healthy and exercising are the most important investments you make. 

It’s an investment in your longevity. 

It’s an investment in your mental health. 

It's an investment in your relationships. 

It's an investment in your business.  

You gotta put your wellness first to get more out of everything else that matters. 

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Why you should lift weights for fat loss:

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Lift weights for fat loss

Unexpected benefits of weight training:

- confidence
- reduced stress
- elevated mood
- grow self-belief
- better sleep quality
- improve mental health 
- higher baseline energy
- better cognitive function
- you become a better person
- become more focused and productive

Just to name a few...

In fact, these are the kinds of benefits I value the most and it’s incredible to see my clients seeing it play out in their own life.

What are some of the benefits you’ve noticed from lifting? 

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Mental & Performance Wins

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

No way around that.

But… food quality is arguably just as important. 

You need nutrient and protein-dense foods to help with hormones, muscle mass, metabolism, and overall health.

Not to mention, it'll make the journey a hell of a lot easier than eating empty calories.

Unprocessed foods and protein-dense foods are the most satiating things you can eat.

You will feel like you are eating more, yet still shedding fat.

For optimal fat loss results, we want to be hitting proper food quantity and quality.  

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Put an end to the yo-yo cycle

I wanted to highlight my guy Jerad who used to be stuck in that vicious cycle

He would go through countless cycles of on and off. Being locked in, then spiraling into self-destructive habits. Repeat.

He was no beginner in the gym, but he was fed up with feeling like this and wanted to see meaningful progress and take back control of his life.

In 6 months of working together, he dropped 30lbs, built strength, and more importantly, developed sustainable habits.

Sustainability is usually the piece people are missing.

So we worked on finding a routine that he enjoyed, and could manage easily, and that also led him to his desired outcome. 

My favorite part of this was his consistency. Life threw a lot at him along the way but we were able to keep getting right back up and staying the course. 

It’s been so amazing to see his reignited passion for his health and fitness journey and the start of his sober streak.

The fun part is he is only getting warmed up. This year is gonna be his biggest one yet.

So excited to see how it unfolds. And I’m so proud of him and his relentless consistency over the last few months. 

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Stop skipping your warm ups in the gym❗  

Here's how to warm up quickly and effectively to get the most out of your workouts:

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