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Keep Yourself Well

Keep Yourself Well

By Kalli Youngstrom

Host Kalli Youngstrom aims to bridge the gap between mental and physical fitness with an emphasis on ketogenic nutrition and lifestyle optimization!
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Why Diets Fail

Keep Yourself Well Apr 16, 2023

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Road Life with Singer/Songwriter Skrizzly Adams

Road Life with Singer/Songwriter Skrizzly Adams

Ep. 97 | How did New Jersey musician Skrizzly Adams end up living part-time in Saskatoon? Kalli sits down with the 2022 Amazon breakthrough artist to talk about his writing process, performing, mental health and life on the road.

This episode is brought to you by LMNT.

Most of us are deficient in electrolytes, despite their importance in almost every human function our body performs. LMNT’s team has not only formulated a product with the perfect levels of sodium, potassium and magnesium, they also left out the sugar. Their product is not just based in science – though it very much is – it also tastes amazing. Try it yourself! ⁠⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠ to buy and receive a free gift with purchase!

Sep 24, 202301:14:37
Ancestral Eating + Organ Meat with Naked Organs

Ancestral Eating + Organ Meat with Naked Organs

Ep.96 | How a family-owned Canadian company is working to help people take their health back with the philosophy of being the opposite of a pharmaceutical company. Kalli sits down with some of the founders of Naked Organs to learn more about ancestral eating and the benefits of organ meat.

This episode is brought to you by LMNT.

Most of us are deficient in electrolytes, despite their importance in almost every human function our body performs. LMNT’s team has not only formulated a product with the perfect levels of sodium, potassium and magnesium, they also left out the sugar. Their product is not just based in science – though it very much is – it also tastes amazing. Try it yourself! ⁠⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠ to buy and receive a free gift with purchase!


Sep 17, 202301:27:36
Finding Purpose with Athlete Laurie Meschishnick

Finding Purpose with Athlete Laurie Meschishnick

Ep.95 | What drives a person to walk into a CrossFit gym at the age of 47 and just a few years later, hit the podium at the CrossFit Games? In her fifties, Laurie Meschishnick just finished third in the world at the 2023 CrossFit Games.

This episode is brought to you by LMNT.

Most of us are deficient in electrolytes, despite their importance in almost every human function our body performs. LMNT's team has not only formulated a product with the perfect levels of sodium, potassium and magnesium, they also left out the sugar. Their product is not just based in science – though it very much is – it also tastes amazing. Try it yourself! ⁠⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠ to buy and receive a free gift with purchase!

Sep 10, 202301:07:43
Getting Organized with Susie Bishop of 74 Doors

Getting Organized with Susie Bishop of 74 Doors

Ep.94 | In the season three premiere, professional organizer Susie Bishop joins Kalli to talk about getting our lives sorted and the role that organization plays in wellness. And, she has some great tips and tricks to help you tidy your home in easy ways.

This episode is brought to you by LMNT.

Most of us are deficient in electrolytes, despite their importance in almost every human function our body performs. LMNT's team has not only formulated a product with the perfect levels of sodium, potassium and magnesium, they also left out the sugar. Their product is not just based in science – though it very much is – it also tastes amazing. Try it yourself! ⁠⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠ to buy and receive a free gift with purchase!

Sep 03, 202301:06:35
Keto Cooking & Reality TV with Ryan Walker

Keto Cooking & Reality TV with Ryan Walker

Ep.93 | Insta-famous cook and MasterChef contestant Ryan Walker talks with Kalli about his journey through drug addiction to wellness, how he got sober, found keto, maintains his current lifestyle and his plans for a new restaurant. And of course, what it was like competing in front of chef Gordon Ramsay. This episode is brought to you by LMNT.

Most of us are deficient in electrolytes, despite their importance in almost every human function our body performs. LMNT's team has not only formulated a product with the perfect levels of sodium, potassium and magnesium, they also left out the sugar. Their product is not just based in science – though it very much is – it also tastes amazing. Try it yourself! ⁠⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠ to buy and receive a free gift with purchase!

Aug 27, 202301:12:51
Season 2 Highlights: Chris Tetlock
Aug 20, 202312:02
Foodie Life with Blogger Gary Huang
Aug 13, 202357:24
Season 2 Highlights: Courtney Luna
Aug 06, 202306:57
Sharing Dark Stories with Author HP Bayne
Jul 30, 202301:05:03
Season 2 Highlights: Shannon Lee Simmons
Jul 23, 202308:11
Movement + Mindfulness with Run Coach Laura Sullivan
Jul 16, 202301:08:09
Season 2 Highlights: Jill Stinson

Season 2 Highlights: Jill Stinson

The how and why super successful bodybuilder and wellness coach Jill Stinson (Hanson) walked away from competition and seemingly flipped her life upside down. In the original full episode, Jill shares with Kalli why she’s happier, healthier and finding joy more regularly.

Jul 09, 202314:10
Finding True Self With Drag Queen Flo Mingo

Finding True Self With Drag Queen Flo Mingo

Ep.89 | "Stay fabulous and always be a flamingo in a flock of pigeons" are words that drag queen Flo Mingo lives by. In this episode, they sit down with Kalli to talk about living life as a straight man, finding true self, issues and advocacy in the queer community, body image, and the joy of drag. ----------------------

This episode is brought to you by LMNT.

Most of us are deficient in electrolytes, despite their importance in almost every human function our body performs. LMNT is by far the best on the market. The team has not only formulated a product with the perfect levels of sodium, potassium and magnesium, they also left out the sugar. Which is so key when you’re living the sugar-free life. Their product is not just based in science – though it very much is – it also tastes amazing. You absolutely should try them for yourself. Click here to give it a go and receive a free gift with purchase!

Jul 02, 202301:06:56
KY Summer Update

KY Summer Update

Ep.88 | As we get into the crazy, hazy, lazy days of summer, Kalli gives a quick update on what you can expect from the podcast and KY Wellness over the summer!

Jun 25, 202312:12
Farming, Family + Nutrition with Carter Bezan

Farming, Family + Nutrition with Carter Bezan

Ep.87 | Rancher Carter Bezan joins Kalli to talk about balancing business, regenerative farming, raising a growing family, and considering nutrients for himself and his customers at Carzan Local Market.

This episode is brought to you by LMNT.

Most of us are deficient in electrolytes, despite their importance in almost every human function our body performs. LMNT is by far the best on the market. The team has not only formulated a product with the perfect levels of sodium, potassium and magnesium, they also left out the sugar. Which is so key when you’re living the sugar-free life. Their product is not just based in science – though it very much is – it also tastes amazing. You absolutely should try them for yourself. Click here to give it a go and receive a free gift with purchase!



Jun 18, 202301:15:35
Flexing Life For Summer Fun

Flexing Life For Summer Fun

Ep.86 | Move over hot girl summer, we are here for healthy girl (or guy) summer. In this episode, Kalli talks about navigating and flexing your lifestyle and routines for the hot and social summer season.


Jun 11, 202325:01
Empowering Women With RaiseHER Community

Empowering Women With RaiseHER Community

Ep.85 | Raising and inspiring the next generation of women is more important now than ever. In this episode, Kalli chats with Skylar Gerard and Talitha McCloskey, two of the co-creators of RaiseHER Community, a for-impact business that's working to raise the next wave of female leaders.

This episode is brought to you by LMNT.

Most of us are deficient in electrolytes, despite their importance in almost every human function our body performs. LMNT is by far the best on the market. The team has not only formulated a product with the perfect levels of sodium, potassium and magnesium, they also left out the sugar. Which is so key when you’re living the sugar-free life. Their product is not just based in science – though it very much is – it also tastes amazing. You absolutely should try them for yourself. Click here to give it a go and receive a free gift with purchase!

Jun 04, 202301:05:36
The Case For Prehab

The Case For Prehab

Ep. 84 | Are you stretching before and after your workouts? Kalli digs into why prehab and taking time for your body is just as important before your workout is just as important as that post-workout stretch.

May 28, 202325:02
Hearing Health with Audiologist Kaelyn Ferguson
May 21, 202301:08:32
Why Motivation Isn't Enough to Succeed

Why Motivation Isn't Enough to Succeed

Ep.82 | In this episode, Kalli digs into what you actually need to achieve your goals: why motivation is not enough and what her formula is for getting things done (discipline, commitment, and consistency).

This episode is brought to you by LMNT. Most of us are deficient in electrolytes, despite their importance in almost every human function our body performs. LMNT is by far the best on the market. The team has not only formulated a product with the perfect levels of sodium, potassium and magnesium, they also left out the sugar. Their product is not just based in science – though it very much is – it also tastes amazing. ⁠Click here⁠ to try it yourself and receive a free gift with purchase!


May 14, 202322:30
Ultra Marathon Runner Chris Tetlock

Ultra Marathon Runner Chris Tetlock

Ep. 81 | Chris Tetlock says that running literally helped him find himself and is a savior for this mental health. In this episode, he and Kalli get into how the 40-year-old is pushing things to extreme, with a goal of running 200 kilometers in 24 hours.


May 07, 202301:12:53
The Case for Continuing Education

The Case for Continuing Education

Ep.80 | In this episode, Kalli breaks down the different ways that people take in information and makes the case for intentionally continuing your learning as you get older and not just through traditional school settings. Kalli also shares what she's observed about her own learning style.


Apr 30, 202324:19
Teens & Mental Health with Advocate Pam Hutchings

Teens & Mental Health with Advocate Pam Hutchings

Ep.79 | One day, it was like a switch flipped and Pam Hutchings' teen daughter went from typical, to in a full mental health crisis. In this episode, her and Kalli talk about her daughter's journey to health, the navigating mental health in the health system, and why it's all inspired her to help more teens in her own city.

Apr 23, 202301:06:23
Why Diets Fail

Why Diets Fail

Ep.78 | In this episode, Kalli digs into all the things that factor into caloric deficit diets for fat loss -- why it works for some people, why it doesn't for others, and how your personal physiology and genetics play a role.


Apr 16, 202325:35
The Passion of Coaching with Russell Fersch

The Passion of Coaching with Russell Fersch

Ep.77 | In this episode, Kalli sits down with her long-time wrestling coach Russell Fersch to talk about coaching, retirement transitions, athlete development and how to tackle your mental mindset on the mat and in life.


Apr 09, 202301:14:52
Foundational Habits: Stress Management

Foundational Habits: Stress Management

Ep.76 | Talking about (and validating) the things that make life hard. In this foundational habits episode, Kalli delves into the types of stress we experience, the impact of stress on our physical health, how to manage it, and how to find resources if you're truly struggling with your load.

Apr 02, 202329:34
Chasing the Olympic Dream with Wrestler Katie Dutchak

Chasing the Olympic Dream with Wrestler Katie Dutchak

Ep.75 | Focused and dialed in, wrestler Katie Dutchak joins Kalli in this episode to talk about chasing her dream of representing Canada at the 2024 Olympics as a wrestler and how she found herself on the journey.

Mar 26, 202359:01
Nutrition Experiment Results: Carnivore
Mar 19, 202338:55
Demystifying Tax Season with Amanda Doucette

Demystifying Tax Season with Amanda Doucette

Ep.73 | It's that time of year again: tax season. Each year it seems to creep up on a people and strike fear in their hearts. But, The Tax Chick, lawyer Amanda Doucette, has some tips and tricks to make your tax life easier. And, her and Kalli discuss why estate planning really is important. 

This episode is brought to you by LMNT.

Most of us are deficient in electrolytes, despite their importance in almost every human function our body performs. LMNT is by far the best on the market. The team has not only formulated a product with the perfect levels of sodium, potassium and magnesium, they also left out the sugar. Which is so key when you’re living the sugar-free life. Their product is not just based in science – though it very much is – it also tastes amazing. You absolutely should try them for yourself. ⁠Click here⁠ to give it a go and receive a free gift with purchase!


Mar 12, 202301:03:16
The Variation of Ketogenic Diets
Mar 05, 202336:04
Getting Carnivore Curious with Courtney Luna
Feb 26, 202359:00
Foundational Habits: Hydration

Foundational Habits: Hydration

Ep.70 | Keeping yourself hydrated is a foundational habit. Most people are dehydrated all the time. But it's more than just drinking eight glasses of water a day. Kalli digs into what our bodies need and why.  And, she has some easy tips and tricks for you to drink more liquid in your day.

Feb 19, 202320:41
Managing mental health + news life with Sam Maciag

Managing mental health + news life with Sam Maciag

Ep. 69 | How do you turn off the news for your mental health when your job is the news? A journalist for more than 15 years in Saskatchewan, Sam Maciag got her start in newspapers, built her reputation in talk radio and now is the host of the CBC Saskatchewan News at 6, the CBC’s provincial television newscast each week night. 

This episode is brought to you by LMNT.
Most of us are deficient in electrolytes, despite their importance in almost every human function our body performs. LMNT is by far the best on the market. The team has not only formulated a product with the perfect levels of sodium, potassium and magnesium, they also left out the sugar. Which is so key when you’re living the sugar-free life. Their product is not just based in science – though it very much is – it also tastes amazing. You absolutely should try them for yourself. Click here to give it a go and receive a free gift with purchase!

Feb 12, 202301:06:10
Confessions of a former pro bodybuilder

Confessions of a former pro bodybuilder

Ep.68 | Kalli reflects on her time as a professional bodybuilder and how it affected her body and her identity. She digs into why she ultimately walked away with hopes of bringing some transparency to the sport.

Feb 05, 202341:29
Connecting + Intuition with Psychic Medium Opie

Connecting + Intuition with Psychic Medium Opie

Ep.67 | With an open mind, Kalli chats with psychic medium Opie (Cheryl Kreft) about healing, channeling our connections and understanding intuition.

Jan 29, 202301:01:37
Foundational Habits: Supplements

Foundational Habits: Supplements

Ep.66 | Are you getting enough nutrients from your food? Should you take vitamins and supplements? In this foundational habits episode Kalli goes through some of her favourites that can enhance your day-to-day life.

Jan 22, 202330:11
No-Regret Decisions with Shannon Lee Simmons
Jan 15, 202301:03:31
Levelling Up No Matter the Season

Levelling Up No Matter the Season

Ep.64 | Kalli goes through five things to focus on to take with you into 2023. This is not about when we start making changes, but how.

Jan 08, 202332:18
A Holiday Greeting

A Holiday Greeting

In the final (very brief) episode of 2022, Kalli sends her best wishes.

Dec 24, 202203:24
Recognizing + Battling Burnout

Recognizing + Battling Burnout

Ep.63 | As we come to end of a year, many people are considering new goals for 2023. They're also living a world that is different after a worldwide pandemic -- people are finding and stretching their limits in so many facets of life. In this episode, Kalli talks about how she narrowly avoided burnout, how you can identify it, and things you can do to prevent it.

Dec 18, 202235:48
Striving for Sustainability with Launne Kolla

Striving for Sustainability with Launne Kolla

Ep.62 | As we get into the season of gift gifting, consuming food, and saying goodbye to 2022, Kalli chats with biologist Launne Kolla about how we can be better protecting the environment and set our own sustainability goals with small, simple steps.

Dec 11, 202254:28
Sweeteners, but make it Keto

Sweeteners, but make it Keto

Ep.61 | In this quick episode, Kalli digs into the scoop on keto sweeteners so you can enjoy, socialize and feel satisfied and not sick as you wade through the holiday season.

Dec 04, 202232:38
Mental Health + Conquering Addiction with Allan Kehler

Mental Health + Conquering Addiction with Allan Kehler

Ep.60 | As we get close to the end of November, a month that has a focus on men's mental and physical health, Kalli chats with Allan Kehler, a mental health advocate, professional speaker and wellness coach. He has persevered through the lifelong effects of mental illness, addiction, trauma, and suicide. Allan shares how he's turned his challenges into triumph. 

Nov 27, 202201:02:19
Digging Into My Fave Wellness Apps

Digging Into My Fave Wellness Apps

Ep.59 | Ahead of Black Friday in the United States (and now in Canada), Kalli digs into her favourite wellness apps, some of which have some pretty great deals you can take advantage of.

Nov 20, 202226:20
Diabetics Deserve Normal Blood Sugar with Sherri Habermehl

Diabetics Deserve Normal Blood Sugar with Sherri Habermehl

Ep.58 | Sherri Habermehl was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at eight years old. Then, at 33, she was diagnosed with Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis, an autoimmune thyroid disorder. In this episode, her and Kalli discuss how a whole-food ketogenic diet and therapeutic fasting to help manage her conditions.

Nov 13, 202201:05:25
The Dollars + Cents of Choosing a Gym

The Dollars + Cents of Choosing a Gym

Ep.57 | What does it actually cost to build out your own home gym? Is joining a chain gym or sport-specific fitness centre worth the financial investment? Kalli looks at the dollars and cents as she rejoins the public gym life after more than two years. 

Nov 06, 202225:22
Helping Others Via Movement + Psychology with Adam Lorenz

Helping Others Via Movement + Psychology with Adam Lorenz

Ep.56 | Kalli sits down with Saskatoon entrepreneur and registered psychologist Adam Lorenz to talk about his path from pro MMA fighter and classroom school teacher to gym owner and therapist. 

Oct 30, 202201:19:14
What I Learned From Trying To Become A Morning Person

What I Learned From Trying To Become A Morning Person

Ep.55 | Inspired by Robin Sharma's The 5AM Club, Kalli shares the five things she's learned from attempting to become a morning person, and why she doesn't consider her attempt a failure.

Oct 23, 202227:04
Curves, Confidence & Core Values with Cierra Jade

Curves, Confidence & Core Values with Cierra Jade

Ep.54 | Cierra Jade is taking back language, taking on companies, creating community and becoming the plus size role model she wishes she had when she was younger. In this episode, she and Kalli get into how she found her confidence, took back the power of the word "fat," and  the core values that lead her forward. 

Oct 16, 202201:06:04
The Case For Gratitude

The Case For Gratitude

Ep.53 | As we go through the Canadian Thanksgiving long weekend, Kalli digs into the physical and mental benefits of what she likes to call Vitamin G -- gratitude.

Oct 08, 202227:35