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Keep Yourself Well

Keep Yourself Well

By Kalli Youngstrom

Chatting with inspiring and resilient humans about personal wellness each week, ketogenic nutritionist Kalli Youngstrom aims to bridge the gap between mental and physical fitness. Along with laughter and tears, there is science, debate, and understanding. Our lives are hard enough, each episode aims to leave you with something to help you optimize yours.
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Resiliency + Diabetes with Kaleb Dahlgren

Keep Yourself Well Sep 05, 2021

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Mastering the Kitchen with Aimee Schulhauser
Mar 24, 202401:07:51
Fasting 101

Fasting 101

Ep. 122 | To fast or not to fast? What's reality and what's misinformation? Kalli digs into how fasting works for your body, who it is good for, and uses science to do some myth busting, too.

Mar 17, 202452:27
Trusting Your Intuition with Amber Price

Trusting Your Intuition with Amber Price

Ep.121 |  Kalli sits down with Canadian psychic medium Amber Price to talk about using your own personal intuition to help you find clarity in what drives you and what's most important to you.


Mar 10, 202401:12:42
Through Grief to Gratitude with Lisa Boehm
Mar 03, 202401:05:59
Going All In With Miranda Tait
Feb 25, 202401:09:48
Holistic Health with Josee Bosgra
Feb 18, 202401:00:43
Psychology + Teens with Mal Schmitz
Feb 11, 202401:19:03
Growing Community with Drew Reinhardt

Growing Community with Drew Reinhardt

Ep.116 | Building up women, building up resources, building community: these three things keep Drew Reinhardt anchored in Nicaragua. The fitness instructor and non-profit founder sits down with Kalli to talk about why she moved to the community and why it's so special.

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!

Feb 04, 202401:22:24
Ending Self-Sabotage with Corrie Bignell

Ending Self-Sabotage with Corrie Bignell

Ep.115 | Kalli sits down with Corrie Bignell who is a certified self-sabotage coach to talk about how people can get out of their own way to smash their personal goals and live the life they're meant to.

Jan 28, 202401:05:20
Psychology of Self Compassion with Angelo Sison
Jan 21, 202401:08:14
My Ins + Outs for 2024

My Ins + Outs for 2024

Ep.113 | Kalli's jumping on the trend and sharing what's in and out for her in 2024. There's some great inspo here to to start your own list. What are you jumping on and leaving behind?

Jan 14, 202422:54
On The Other Side of Cancer with Rana Wright
Jan 07, 202401:08:54
10 Lessons From 2023

10 Lessons From 2023

Ep.111 | A year of big life decisions, difficult choices, and self-discovery, Kalli sits down to reflect on the top 10 things she learned in 2023 and what she'll take with her into 2024. Happy New Year!

Dec 31, 202333:04
The Comeback Season with Brandon Wicks
Dec 24, 202301:07:35
Desire to Change + Motivation with Sophia Reisinger

Desire to Change + Motivation with Sophia Reisinger

Ep.109 | After finding her own motivations and wellness as an entrepreneur, Kalli sits down with Sophia Reisinger to talk about how she helps people change their beliefs, build habits and giving them the tools to create businesses that support time and locationless lifestyles.

Dec 17, 202301:03:13
Wellness in Winter
Dec 10, 202334:50
Coming Home: Why Less Is More

Coming Home: Why Less Is More

Ep.107 | Back in Canada after 90 days in Nicaragua, Kalli lays out how and why she's learned that less is more, how it was a fundamental shift for her, and why she plans to bring some lessons with her moving ahead.

Dec 03, 202336:40
Cold Plunge Benefits with Adam Swanson
Nov 26, 202301:04:40
Non-Traditional Roads to Health with Susi MacDonald
Nov 19, 202301:07:01
Foregoing Perfection with Terri Boucher

Foregoing Perfection with Terri Boucher

Ep.104 | Finding positives in times we are tested, podcast host Terri Boucher joins Kalli to talk about foregoing perfection for a better mindset, fostering mental health, building great relationships and why she's learned to surrender.


Nov 12, 202357:20
Life Transitions with Michael Linklater

Life Transitions with Michael Linklater

Ep.103 | Is there life after basketball? Kalli sits down with retired pro athlete Michael Linklater to talk about how he transitioned into the next phase of his life, why he's never tasted alcohol, how giving back to community fills his bucket, and why he's raising his kids to be critical thinkers, not rule followers.

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!

Nov 05, 202358:45
Showing Up With Sara Agah Franti

Showing Up With Sara Agah Franti

Ep.102 | Burnout is real, and on the other side of it, Sara Agah Franti, shares her pride in how she came through it, why she thinks public health policy needs to change, and how she is showing up for herself in her day-to-day life. Her and Kalli also talk about her healing process, and how her life has changed since she met her husband, musician Michael Franti.

Oct 29, 202350:17
True Crime & Motherhood with Brittany Caffet
Oct 22, 202358:31
Growth, Travel & Getting Out of My Comfort Zone

Growth, Travel & Getting Out of My Comfort Zone

Ep.100 | A lot has changed since Keep Yourself Well launched more than two years ago. Kalli checks in on her own wellness from Nicaragua and shares the what she's learned, how her body has adapted, and stepping out of her comfort zone.


Oct 15, 202301:01:22
"Never Say Can't" With Janz Stein

"Never Say Can't" With Janz Stein

Ep. 99 | A dirt bike accident and leg amputation charted a new life course for Janz Stein. The 42-year-old Canadian para-athlete has big Olympics and Hall of Fame goals and tells Kalli how he lives out his manta, "never say can't."


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!

Oct 08, 202351:13
Yoga, Life & Death with Brenda Feuerstein

Yoga, Life & Death with Brenda Feuerstein

Ep.98 | A conversation with yoga instructor, philosopher, author and activist Brenda Feuerstein about the intersection of yoga, meditation, grief and psychology and how to use traditional perspectives to live a good life in modern times.

Oct 01, 202301:02:33
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