Next Level Athletes

020 - Kelsey Poulter - Game Day Nutrition – Fourth Quarter Energy, Tournament Hacks & 4-2-1-0-1

I constantly get questions about game day nutrition—so here’s an in-depth breakdown of the frameworks I swear by. Expect to learn how to structure your meals in the hours leading up to tip-off, how to handle multiple events or matches in one day, and the best way to avoid hitting the wall in the final minutes. We’ll cover hydration strategies to prevent cramping, practical snack tips if you have limited time to refuel, plus real-world examples of what to eat and when. This is everything you need to dominate the rest of your season. Let’s get after it. If you have more questions about fueling, hydration, or performance, drop a comment and let me know. I’m always down to answer. Enjoy the episode!

019 - Kelsey Poulter - Q/A

In this episode, I’m answering YOUR questions! You guys sent in hundreds, and I’ve pulled the most important ones to break down everything you need to know about fueling, training, and performing at the highest level. No fluff—just straight answers to the biggest questions athletes are asking right now. LFG!!!

018 - Kelsey Poulter - Hydration 101

In this episode, we’re breaking down everything hydration. We’re diving into the science of hydration. You’ll learn what to hydrate with, how to hydrate, and when to hydrate it for maximum performance. Without proper hydration you can die, let alone not perform well. If you have listened to the nutrition 101 podcast, this is the next step!

017 - Kelsey Poulter - Sports Nutrition 101

In this episode, we’re breaking down the core foundations of sports nutrition. We’re diving deep into the big three macronutrients: carbs, fats, and protein. You’ll learn what to eat, how much to eat, and when to eat it for maximum performance. Nutrition is the tide that raises all boats, and this podcast is your key to unlocking real progress. This podcast is for the athlete that is ready to see real progress. This is for the athlete that is sick of seeing their work and effort go down the drain.

016 - Tim Riley - Texas Longhorns Strength and Conditioning

In this episode of the Next Level Athlete podcast, we sit down with Tim Riley, head strength and conditioning coach for the University of Texas men’s lacrosse team and director of sports performance at Kollective in Austin. Tim’s experience spans from training elite high school athletes to working with NFL, NBA, and professional lacrosse players, giving him a unique perspective on what it takes to achieve peak athletic performance. Tune in as we explore the top 10 exercise every athlete should do to increase athleticism and performance, ways that athletes can set themselves apart, and genetics vs. work when it comes to performance.