
The Next Level Health & Fitness Podcast
Welcome to The Next Level Health & Fitness Podcast! Your one stop shop for everything nutrition, fitness and mindset. We believe this a mind, body and spirit evolution. Educational episodes drop every Tuesday and Guest Appearances drop every Friday! My name is Brad Jensen, owner and CEO of Next Level. It's my oath to bring you value. That is the whole goal of this podcast. Thanks for tuning in!
(Formerly The Key Nutrition Podcast)
Latest episodes

Nov 30, 2021 • 1h 2min
KNP307 - Late Night Cravings, Best Tips for at Home Workouts, Binge Eating, and Hitting Goals During the Holidays + More!
Next Level Wait List -> http://mynextlevelexperience.com/wait-list/ On today’s show, Michelle and I sat down for a Q & A podcast. We covered a bunch of topics ranging from binge eating, how to hit nutritional goals during the holidays, if you should be coached before coming to a coach, favorite foods and do macro ratios matter and if so, how to figure them out. Plus, many other great questions, enjoy! How to calculate your own macros podcast - https://keynutrition.com/knp143/ Discount code: keynutrition for 20% off your first Legion order. Order Legion Supplements -> https://bit.ly/3mHRqYV Connect with us on Instagram Host Brad Jensen – @thesoberbodybuilder Co-Host Michelle Raines – @thebreathwithinyou Key Nutrition – @keynutrition

Nov 26, 2021 • 1h 6min
KNP306 - MINDSTRONG - The Pursuit of Growing Your Mindset
On today’s show, I was joined by the one and only Craig Smith aka The Greatest Day Mindset. This episode was a very broad discussion covering everything from post Thanksgiving feels, not allowing it to throw off your routine and ruin your whole day and making your mindset a top priority, just like your body! Next Level Wait List -> http://mynextlevelexperience.com/wait-list/ Discount code: keynutrition for 20% off your first Legion order. Order Legion Supplements -> https://bit.ly/3mHRqYV Connect with us on Instagram Host Brad Jensen – @thesoberbodybuilder Guest Craig Smith – @greatestdaymindset Key Nutrition – @keynutrition

Nov 23, 2021 • 51min
KNP305 - Thanksgiving Tips, Maximizing Your Struggles and Keeping Active During the Winter
On today’s episode, Michelle and I discussed how to maximize your struggles and learn to use them as strengths. We then discussed some tips for Thanksgiving that might not be what you think. Lastly, we talked about ways to keep your steps and NEAT expenditure up during the winter months. Enjoy the show! Next Level Wait List -> http://mynextlevelexperience.com/wait-list/ Discount code: keynutrition for 20% off your first Legion order. Order Legion Supplements -> https://bit.ly/3mHRqYV Connect with us on Instagram Host Brad Jensen – @thesoberbodybuilder Co-Host Michelle Raines – @thebreathwithinyou Key Nutrition – @keynutrition

Nov 19, 2021 • 52min
KNP304 - Stress, Hormones, and Human Optimization With Dr. Ralph Esposito
On today's show, I was joined by Dr. Ralph Esposito. We discussed all things hormones, vitamins and mineral deficiencies, stress, and how to optimize your body. About Dr. Ralph Esposito, ND, LAc - Naturopathic Physician for Athletic Greens Dr. Esposito is a naturopathic physician, acupuncturist, and functional medicine practitioner specializing in integrative urology and endocrinology with a hyper-focus on men's health. His precise and personalized style utilizes a systems biology and precision-medicine approach to medicine. In addition to advising as a peer reviewer for medical journals, he has authored several medical textbook chapters. He has designed education modules for health professionals specifically on male and female hormone dysfunction, urological conditions, hypogonadism, exercise, men's health, and sexual dysfunction. Dr. Esposito completed his medical internship at NYU Integrative and Functional Urology Center. He holds a position as an adjunct professor at New York University, where he lectures on integrative nutrition. Boilerplate: Athletic Greens is a global health company with a mission to empower people to take ownership of their health. The company sells comprehensive and convenient daily nutrition products that make it easy to get our bodies' nutritional insurance. Developed from a complex blend of 75 vitamins, minerals, and whole food-sourced ingredients, Athletic Greens Ultimate Daily is a comprehensive, all-in-one nutritional powder engineered to fill the nutritional gaps in your diet and support your body's nutritional needs across four pillars of health: gut health, immune support, energy, and recovery. Athletic Greens Ultimate Daily contains no GMOs, no harmful ingredients, no artificial colors or sweeteners. It is diet-friendly whether you eat keto, paleo, vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free, or practice intermittent fasting. Athletic Greens was founded in 2010 by CEO and serial entrepreneur Chris Ashenden. Learn more at athleticgreens.com . Next Level Wait List -> http://mynextlevelexperience.com/wait-list/ Discount code: keynutrition for 20% off your first Legion order. Order Legion Supplements -> https://bit.ly/3mHRqYV Connect with us on Instagram Host Brad Jensen – @thesoberbodybuilder Guest Dr. Ralph Esposito - @dr.ralpheposito Key Nutrition – @keynutrition

Nov 16, 2021 • 58min
KNP303 - The Healing Power of Food Mentally, Emotionally, and Physically
Michelle and I discussed eating foods that help with mood disorders such as anxiety and depression on today's show. We often talk a lot about balance and not including your favorite foods such as sugar, but, in Michelle's case, for example, moderating those foods and possibly even eliminating, for the time being, has proved considerable dividends in her mood and overall happiness. We gave you specific foods that help with anxiety and the why behind it. Enjoy the show! Next Level Wait List -> http://mynextlevelexperience.com/wait-list/ Discount code: keynutrition for 20% off your first Legion order. Order Legion Supplements -> https://bit.ly/3mHRqYV Connect with us on Instagram Host Brad Jensen – @thesoberbodybuilder Co-Host Michelle Raines – @thebreathwithinyou Key Nutrition – @keynutrition

Nov 12, 2021 • 1h 1min
KNP302 - Busy Moms - Listen Up! - No More Excuses with Amy Williams
On today’s show, I was joined by my friend Amy Williams, also known as @absbyamy on Instagram. Amy is a mom of six kids; yes, you read that right, lol, and does not let that get in the way of her fitness goals. She breaks down how she manages six kids under 15 years old, runs her own business, and stays in excellent shape. She gave you practical tips as moms to keep your health and fitness a priority while showing up as an amazing mom. Her story is motivating, inspiring and is such an example of not letting excuses define you! More about Amy: Hi! So glad you're here! Let me tell you a little about myself. I was born and raised here in Utah. I grew up in a big family, and developed a love for fitness at an early age. You could find me rollerblading, biking, hiking, running, dancing, tumbling or just playing around. In school I ran track and did Cheerleading, and in the past few years have completed a handful Century bike rides. Last year I competed in my first bodybuilding competition (something I never DREAMED of doing!) which ended up being one of the hardest, most rewarding things I've ever done. Going through that process taught me so much about my body, and that each of us are capable of anything we set our minds to! https://www.absbyamyfitness.com/ Discount code: keynutrition for 20% off your first Legion order. Order Legion Supplements -> https://bit.ly/3mHRqYV Connect with us on Instagram Host Brad Jensen – @thesoberbodybuilder Guest Amy Williams – @absbyamy Key Nutrition – @keynutrition

Nov 9, 2021 • 58min
KNP301 - Top 5 Reasons Why You Aren’t Putting on Muscle
On today’s show, Michelle and I discussed the top 5 reasons you aren’t putting on muscle. You might be thinking you don’t want any muscle, but we expand the immense benefits to having more muscle to optimize metabolic rate. We dove into each of the 5 items we discussed in detail and solutions to each one. I referenced a prior episode on progressive overload, which is listed below. Enjoy the show! Michelle's Workshop -> https://calendly.com/michelleraines/allowing-anxiety-to-go?month=2021-11 Episode on progressive overload -> https://keynutrition.com/knp116/ Discount code: keynutrition for 20% off your first Legion order. Order Legion Supplements -> https://bit.ly/3mHRqYV Connect with us on Instagram Host Brad Jensen – @thesoberbodybuilder Co-Host Michelle Raines – @thebreathwithinyou Key Nutrition – @keynutrition

Nov 5, 2021 • 1h 7min
KNP300 - Stop Waiting for the Right Time to Start
On today’s show, Michelle and I were joined by fellow Key Nutrition coach Chelsey Bird. We discussed the pros and cons of dieting during the holidays and tips to navigate the holidays both mentally and physically with your health and fitness goals. We talked a lot about having a healthy mindset as we approach this fantastic time of year and how to implement that. Chelsey also has an amazing course for women she has put together called build your best self. It’s A 90-day coaching program for women designed to turn you into a nutrition guru, teach you how to build strong routines and healthy habits, redefine your relationship with food, shift your mindset and turn your body into a fat-burning machine. The link is below for more information! Chelsey's Program - https://chelseybird.typeform.com/to/zMNiMAr3?typeform-source=www.canva.com Discount code: keynutrition for 20% off your first Legion order. Order Legion Supplements -> https://bit.ly/3mHRqYV Connect with us on Instagram Host Brad Jensen – @thesoberbodybuilder Co-Host Michelle Raines – @mykeylife Guest Chelsey Bird - @chelsey.bird Key Nutrition – @keynutrition

Nov 2, 2021 • 53min
KNP299 - Warning Signs You Might Need to Stop Dieting
On today’s episode, Michelle and I first discussed her recent stretch of anxiety and what she did to pull out of that funk. We then covered the warning signs that you might need to stop dieting. Some call that a diet break; some just call it going back to maintenance to work on health. Either way, we gave you concrete signs both mentally and physically that you might need to pull the plug on dieting. Enjoy the show! Michelle's Links - https://linktr.ee/michelle_raines Discount code: keynutrition for 20% off your first Legion order. Order Legion Supplements -> https://bit.ly/3mHRqYV Connect with us on Instagram Host Brad Jensen – @thesoberbodybuilder Co-Host Michelle Raines – @thebreathwithinyou Key Nutrition – @keynutrition

Oct 29, 2021 • 1h 15min
KNP298 - Metabolic Flexibility 101 With Rachel Gregory
On today’s show, I was joined by Rachel Gregory to talk all things metabolic flexibility. What is metabolic flexibility and are you metabolically flexible are two key questions we covered. Rachel's in-depth knowledge will be sure to give you a ton of value thorough out this episode. Rachel Gregory is a Board-Certified Nutritionist, Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Podcaster, and founder of MetFlex Life. She is also the author of the international best-selling book, "21-Day Ketogenic Diet Weight Loss Challenge ." Rachel received her Master’s Degree in Nutrition & Exercise Physiology from James Madison University and Bachelor’s Degree in Sports Medicine from the University of Miami. Rachel completed the first-ever human clinical trial looking at the effects of the Ketogenic Diet in non-elite CrossFit athletes, which is published in the International Journal of Sports and Exercise Medicine . Rachel is a former Collegiate Triathlete and Athletic Trainer and she has worked with a variety of individuals throughout her career that include Division I collegiate athletes, WNBA stars, and some of the top bodybuilders in the world. Currently, in her day-to-day coaching business, Rachel guides her clients to becoming the best, most confident version of themselves. She has a passion for educating those dedicated to optimizing their physical and mental well-being while improving long-term health and fitness goals. Her most popular course, Keto for Women, has helped women all across the world learn how to ditch the restrictive, all-or-nothing mindset associated with keto and instead thrive through the power of metabolic flexibility. You can connect and learn more about Rachel's work by visiting her website www.metflexlife.com Discount code: keynutrition for 20% off your first Legion order. Order Legion Supplements -> https://bit.ly/3mHRqYV Rachel's Programs Keto For Women - https://www.metflexlife.com/keto-for-women Muscle Science For Women - https://www.metflexlife.com/msw Rachel's Social Links Youtube: @rachelgregory Podcast (Itunes): MetFlex and Chill Instagram: @rachelgregory.cns Facebook: @metflexlife Twitter: @rachelgregoryms Connect with us on Instagram Host Brad Jensen – @thesoberbodybuilder Key Nutrition – @keynutrition