Natalie Rizzo: Founder & Plant-Based Sports Dietitian on Fueling + Career Pivots

The Middle Phase No One Talks About

Everyone talks about starting and everyone celebrates the finish. But no one really prepares you for the middle. The phase where motivation fades, progress slows, and nothing feels exciting anymore… but you keep showing up anyway. In this episode, Mallory breaks down what this phase actually feels like, why most people quit here, and how to keep going when it feels like nothing is working.

VICTOR ZEITOUNE: Building a Startup, Building Community & Ultramarathoner

Victor Zeitoune is an entrepreneur, run club founder, and ultramarathoner building community both on and off the road. In this episode, we talk about his transition from corporate life to launching a startup, the realities of entrepreneurship, and how running has shaped his mindset along the way. We also dive into the creation of Almost Friday Run Club and why community, not pace, is what keeps people coming back. A conversation about risk, discipline, and what it means to build something that actually matters.

Dr. Johnny Alexander: Fixing Pain, Building Athletes & The Truth About Chiropractic Care

This week Mallory sits down with Dr. Johnny Alexander - Chiropractor, Athlete, and founder of Warrior NYC to break down the world of chiropractic care, injury prevention, and recovery for everyday athletes. We talk about the biggest misconceptions around chiropractors, how chiropractic care differs from physical therapy, and why so many runners wait too long to address pain before it becomes a bigger issue. Dr. Johnny also shares his approach to movement, mobility, strength, and helping athletes continue training while recovering from injuries. Whether you’re dealing with aches and pains, training for a race, or just curious about how the body actually works, this episode gives a practical look into recovery, performance, and staying healthy long term.

Turning a Passion Into a Brand: The Reality No One Talks About

What happens when the thing you love becomes your job? In this solo episode, Mallory shares the reality of turning her passion for running into a brand - what's been amazing, what's been challenging, and what she's still learning along the way.

Rob Dalto: 38x Marathoner, Nonprofit Co-Founder, Community Builder

What starts as a personal challenge can turn into something much bigger. Rob Dalto is a marathoner, nonprofit co-founder, and content creator, all while working full-time in tech/finance. With over 38 marathons under his belt and multiple finishes of all six World Marathon Majors, his journey is about more than just miles. In this episode, Rob shares how he got into running, why completing the majors became such an important goal, and how it all ties back to honoring his father after losing him to cancer. We also talk about the Bronx Burners, building community through running, and what the future holds.