Muscles and Malarkey

About Muscles and Malarkey

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 musclesandmalarkey@gmail.com. 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!

Publisher

Mary

Category

health & fitness · health & fitness · health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

1 May 2024

Latest episode

4 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

43 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   4 Sept 2026

   Ep 40: Petty University 101: The Deadlift Is NOT Trying to Kill You

   Welcome to Petty University 101, the Season 3 finale of Muscles & Malarkey. 🎓 This episode started with one Instagram reel claiming that deadlifts are bad for you—too risky, too technical, too difficult to coach, and apparently only appropriate for powerlifters and strongmen. Naturally, I had questions. We're breaking down the actual conversation around deadlift injury risk, low back pain, lumbopelvic injuries, powerlifting injuries, technique, fatigue, and strength training—includ...

2. 

   19 Aug 2026

   Ep 39: Your CNS Called. It Wants a Nap - A Follow Up with Strength Scientist, Eric

   What happens when your brain, body, and nervous system are all telling you to slow the hell down? 😂 Eric is back on Muscles & Malarkey, and this time we’re getting into the science of CNS fatigue, recovery, and performance—but without making it feel like a neuroscience lecture. We kick things off with an update on Eric’s own training and his new goals, then dive into what the central nervous system actually does, what people mean when they talk about “CNS fatigue,” and how fatigue can imp...

3. 

   22 Jul 2026

   Ep 38: Progress You Can't Always See

   This week on Muscles & Malarkey, I'm giving you a training update as I get closer to prep for my December powerlifting meet. We chat about recent PRs, exciting progress with my coach, Kim, and a huge personal health win that reminded me why consistency always pays off. From there, the conversation shifts into some of the best lessons that came out of a weekend spent lifting with friends. We talk about the difference between pushing your limits and letting your ego take over, why recording...

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

4.8 / 5

5 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

29 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 28 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

35

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

51

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