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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, and inconsistency… to getting in the best shape of his life at 37 years old.
This episode goes far beyond a transformation story- it’s about reclaiming identity, rebuilding confidence, and facing the psychological battles that come after the fat loss phase. Mark talks candidly about fear of regaining weight, the emotional toll of being out of shape, and the mindset shift required to not just lose 17kg - but maintain it.
If you’ve ever fallen off, felt stuck, or feared starting again… this one is for you.
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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 Daine McDonald for a raw conversation about growth, setbacks, and what it actually takes to succeed in fitness and in life.
This episode isn’t about business tactics - it’s about the mindset and habits behind real progress. Daine and Mark talk through the moments that shaped their careers, the mistakes they made along the way, and the lessons anyone can apply whether your goal is fat loss, building muscle, or improving your life outside the gym.
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In this episode, Mark and Lauren unveil VRTO - their brand-new joint fitness app designed to bring the best of both worlds into one powerful platform.
They break down the features that make VRTO a true game changer, including:
🔥 Adaptive Training Programs
Personalised to your goal, experience level and weekly schedule
3, 4, or 5-day options
Move training days around to match real life
“Express Mode” for fast, effective sessions when you’re short on time
🍽️ Nutrition Your Way
Full meal-plan creation with thousands of recipes
Filters for preferences (veg, vegan, etc.), meal swaps and shopping lists
Built-in macro tracking, barcode scanning and the flexibility to switch between meal plans and tracking whenever you want
📊 Smart Weekly Check-Ins
Biofeedback-driven adjustments for plateaus, progress and adherence
Coaching logic that helps you stay consistent and make the right changes at the right time
🧠 One App, Everything You Need
Training, nutrition, habits, cycle tracking and more - all in one place, designed to evolve with you through every season of life.
If you want the first look at VRTO and access to exclusive founding-member pricing, join the waitlist via the link in Mark or Lauren’s Instagram bio and follow @vrto.app.
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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. Using a fresh tattoo session as a metaphor, Mark unpacks what it means to suffer with purpose and why pushing through discomfort is where true results are found.
Whether you’re on a fat loss journey, chasing a personal best, or building mental resilience, this episode is a reminder that hard days are part of the process — and that’s exactly where your strength is built.
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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 to discovering how they became the backbone of his physical and mental transformation.
Mark shares his struggles during the COVID-19 lockdowns, the toll of inconsistent routines on his mental health, and how shifting to a structured, purpose-driven morning drastically changed his energy, mindset, and physique.
Whether you're a skeptic of morning routines or someone searching for more structure in your day, this episode offers practical insights and vulnerable storytelling that just might inspire your own transformation.
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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 in Kazakhstan to running a women’s gym in Canada, Layla shares her journey through competitive fitness, motherhood, and eventually becoming a key part of the CMC Premium coaching program. This is a raw and inspiring conversation about what makes great coaching, the power of personalized guidance, and why one-on-one coaching can be the real game-changer in your fitness journey.
Whether you're a coach, competitor, or someone striving for better results in the gym, this episode breaks down the pillars of premium coaching — from initial consultations to ongoing biofeedback — and gives you a look behind the curtain at what it really takes to achieve lasting transformation.
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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 the best rep range for building muscle? For years, 8–12 reps has been treated as the gold standard, but is it really superior?
Mark Carroll breaks down the latest science around hypertrophy and mechanical tension, debunks outdated gym myths, and explains how multiple rep ranges - from low to high can all be effective for muscle growth when applied correctly. This episode is a must-listen for lifters, coaches, and anyone frustrated by training plateaus.
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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 do they happen even when you're doing "everything right"? More importantly, how do you break through them?
Mark explains the science behind metabolic adaptation, why your calorie deficit may no longer be a deficit, and the two key levers you can pull: eating less or moving more. Using real-world examples, he helps you figure out which strategy works best for your current situation based on hunger levels, training performance, and lifestyle. Whether you're a coach, athlete, or just working on your own goals, this episode gives you the practical tools to keep progressing when fat loss stalls.
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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 we say, Lauren Carroll! Fresh off their surprise wedding in Hawaii, the couple dives into the results of their 12-week fat loss phase and shares what’s next in their fitness journey. They reflect on their transformations, mindset shifts, and the realities of balancing life, fitness, and parenthood. Whether you're a coach, client, or someone navigating your own health goals, you'll walk away with real-time strategies, inspiration, and the exact process Mark uses with clients to decide the next steps post-cut.
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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 powerhouse. Together, they dive into the realities of online coaching, the evolution of fitness content, and what it actually takes to grow an authentic and successful brand in today's hyper-saturated digital landscape.
Jack shares his journey from gym floor PT to amassing over 280,000 followers online, breaking down what works on social media, how to stay true to your voice, and the importance of being a great coach before becoming a content creator. Expect raw honesty, laughs, practical advice, and a few well-placed F-bombs.
If you're a coach trying to grow your business or navigate the minefield of fitness content online, this episode is a must-listen.
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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 from mental health within a relationship. Known for his honesty online, Mark opens up even more about his lifelong battle with severe depression, borderline personality disorder, bipolar II, and adult autism. But this episode isn’t just about him—it’s a candid two-way conversation that explores what it’s like for Lauren to support a partner with mental health struggles.
From the early days of their relationship to navigating daily challenges as business partners and new parents, Mark and Lauren reveal the raw, emotional truths of living and loving through mental illness.
Their vulnerability offers a rare dual perspective—both from the person experiencing the challenges and from the one standing beside them.
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They cover common mistakes, discuss the RAMP framework (Raise, Activate, Mobilize, Potentiate), and share real-world tips to help you get more out of every training session without wasting time.
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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 audience. From fitness and nutrition to business, fatherhood, mental health, and personal growth, this candid and wide-ranging Q&A offers listeners a raw, unfiltered look into the life behind the coach.
Whether you're curious about building muscle, navigating burnout, handling success, or managing fatherhood with a demanding career, Mark opens up in a way that's both relatable and inspiring.
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Expect real talk, expert advice, and a behind-the-scenes look at how two fitness professionals approach fat loss very differently—based on their goals, bodies, and life circumstances.
Whether you're a coach, a busy parent, or just someone looking to fine-tune your diet, this episode is packed with valuable insights and actionable tips to help you achieve your fitness goals with purpose.
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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 humble beginnings with zero financial background to building a $45 million investment portfolio. Mark shares raw reflections on his mindset, mental health struggles, lessons from failure, and how he became self-made without any business training or financial mentorship.
This isn’t a masterclass or a sales pitch—it’s a real story from a personal trainer who found freedom and security through relentless learning and smart investing. Whether you’re a coach, creative, or everyday person looking to take control of your financial future, this is the episode that might change your mindset—and your life.
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In this raw and deeply personal episode, Coach Mark Carroll opens up about the patterns and habits that have been quietly sabotaging his progress — both in life and in business. From post-movie inspiration to brutally honest self-reflection, Mark breaks down five behaviours he knows are holding him back and shares the internal battles behind each one. This isn’t just another productivity pep talk — it’s a powerful reminder that awareness alone isn’t enough; it’s what you do with it that counts.
If you've ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or like you're spinning your wheels without real results, this episode is for you. Mark doesn't claim to have it all figured out — instead, he invites you to reflect alongside him, take ownership, and start implementing meaningful change.
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Coach Mark Carroll chats with a very special guest—his fiancée, business partner, and now mum, Lauren Simpson. In this raw and heartfelt episode, Mark and Lauren open up about the massive life shifts they’ve navigated over the past year: welcoming their daughter, juggling business growth, redefining identity, and maintaining their relationship. From training through pregnancy to postpartum recovery and managing the realities of parenting, this conversation is both deeply personal and powerfully relatable.
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In this episode, Coach Mark Carroll dives deep into one of the most polarizing topics in the fitness world: aggressive fat loss. While the mainstream often discourages fast approaches, Mark breaks down the psychology, strategy, and science behind why aggressive fat loss—when done correctly—can be a powerful tool.
From momentum and motivation to adherence, macros, and metabolic adaptation, this is a no-BS, highly practical guide to faster results. Whether you're gearing up for a big event, need a jumpstart after a plateau, or just want to understand how to diet smarter—not just harder—this episode is for you.
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In this episode, Mark sits down with long-time friend and former client Jenna Davies—WBFF Bikini Pro turned tech entrepreneur—for a deep dive into what it means to rebuild yourself when the stage lights go out.
Jenna opens up about life after competition: shifting her identity from athlete to CEO, transitioning her social media and brand, and finding peace with a body and lifestyle that no longer revolve around comp prep. Together, they unpack the struggles of losing external validation, the fear of irrelevance, and the discipline it takes to stay consistent when your goals (and priorities) evolve.
If you’ve ever struggled with maintaining your physique post-goal, changing direction in your career, or redefining your identity in a way that feels authentic—this one’s for you.
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“What you focus on grows. If you want to be seen as something new—show up as that person, every day.” – Jenna Davies
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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 shares the highs and lows of the past 12 months—from becoming a father to battling burnout, business betrayal, and financial setbacks. He opens up about the toll this journey has taken on his mental health, his confidence, and his ability to show up in the public eye.
This is not a polished highlight reel—it’s the truth behind the scenes of a fitness entrepreneur who built a #1 podcast and sold over 400,000 programs, only to be forced to start again.
Whether you're a coach, client, or someone trying to get back on track with your own goals, this episode will remind you of the power of consistency, resilience, and doing the work—especially when it's the last thing you feel like doing.
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