In this week's episode of the 'simple series' the problem we're covering is injuries. More specifically, the changes, and strategies to apply if you're seeking to maximise/optimise injury recovery. This includes those that include surgery. This episode is about cutting through the fog and focusing on the practical strategies to need to know. Follow me and my ACL rehab journey on Instagram @mackenziebaker_  ..read more

In this simple series episode, the common nutrition struggle targeted is a lack of foot trust. Examples include a lack of trust with indulgences, social meals, portion sizes, or self-regulated eating. You might (or might not) realise the effect on your life. Perhaps you're missing out on things because the lack of trust you have in yourself with food is holding you back. This episode covers the main, generic go-to "thing" you want to have in place when it comes to addressing these food trust issues.  ..read more

Episode 90 was a true doozy. The crux of it all rested on the below statement. “Shannon, WTF is body image conscious nutrition coaching? Sell it to me”. Shannon's “alternative approach” to nutrition coaching is something that I’ve been very interested in for a while, and for years I’ve taken elements of what Shannon does/talks about and applied it in my own ways.  However, there has always been some dots that I’ve struggled to connect with how Shannon does things. Many of them I’m still trying to understand to this day. Given this, I felt a podcast where we ‘cut to the chase’ on WTF this ..read more

If you feel like the anxiety, stress, and cognitive burden of tracking, or following a plan is getting in the way of 'life', and you're frankly sick and tired of it, then this episode is for you. In episode 88, I break down the common desire of "I just want to eat how I feel", which is something so many unfortunately wrestle with. I cover what an internally regulated eating style is, and why it's desirable, including some associations that have been established in the scientific literature, and some practical strategies to help you build skill and confidence to "eat how you feel".  ..read more

In Episode 86 we dive into some practical problem-solving targeted toward mindless eating (primarily snacking and overindulging). Internal and external drivers to eat are identified, compared and contrasted. The choice point is also explained including a brief overview of one key way to strengthen the ‘helpers’ that promote choices that take us toward our value-based goals. Several key practical strategies aimed at solving mindless eating are then explained, and critiqued.  The 2021 paper I refer to in the ‘food legalisation’ explanation by Palascha et al., 2021 can be found here > PMI ..read more

In episode 3 of this ‘simple series’, I discuss the importance of social occasions and social health. What I recommend NOT doing, and what to do instead if you want to support positive social health whilst concurrently not interfering with your healthy eating aspirations (weight loss included). The approach involves ‘living in the grey’ and finding your ‘social sweet spot’ that provides the best of both worlds. The process of working towards this includes a pre-social-occasion contemplating, and self-reflection after.  DM’s are welcome of course. @mackenziebaker_ on Instagram ..read more

In episode 1 of the new 'simple series', I cover supplements. What, why, often unspoken cons/risks, and an evidence-based line of questioning to assess whether YOU should take a given supplement or not.  As always, questions, and further discussion is welcome. Shoot me a DM on Insta @mackenziebaker_   ..read more

In Episode 88 of the Macabolic Podcast, I was joined by Shannon Beer and James Walsham to discuss whether body image issues and disordered eating is indeed prevalent male issue too (not just female). We discuss what it is to "be a man" and how hard it can be for any male who feels like they fall short of this "alpha dude".  We also discuss why it's especially difficult for males to speak up, be open and seek help from others in this context.  James and I largely provided our own personal experience, whilst Shannon provided more of a research-theory-type perspective.  @mackenzieb ..read more

Do males suffer from eating disorders and body image struggles? Why do males counter barriers to express their struggles and seek support? Nick is an online CrossFit coach and endurance exercise enthusiast who’s experienced the dark side of training and eating for appearance motives. @nicholasgwhite @buffalotribeprogramming @mackenziebaker_ @fortitudenutritioncoaching ..read more

EPISODE 86 OF THE MACABOLIC PODCAST WITH RICKY DANN IS LIVE. Ricky went from being an avid consumer of ‘self-help’ content who just spoke about all his great ideas without taking action. To a guy who goes out of his way to challenge himself. It all started with Ricky completing an Iron Man. Now Ricky is doing a PhD, and running an action sports nutrition company. @rickydan_ @surfscience_ @mackenziebaker_ ..read more