The NXTLVL Show

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The NXTLVL Show

A fitness and health podcast that doesn’t shy away from any topic, with open conversation about other things happening. The goal with the NXTLVL show is help inspire you to continue reaching for the next level!

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    259. 11 Signs That You Are Mentally Exhausted

    In this episode Jonathan and Mike talk about the signs of mental exhaustion, and what to do about them. Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt (Intro) Personally attacked, why this topic is relevant (4:30) Lil Wayne? (11:30) Topic begins - Are you mentally exhausted? (13:50) Angry or Impatient (17:37) Can’t get work done (19:20) Zoning out (22:44) Poor sleep (25:00) Unhealthy substances (29:46) Depression/Hopelessness (32:15) Fight or Flight/anxiety (34:15) Exercise feels harder (37:12) Eating habits change (39:25) Making more mistakes (40:20) Feeling more pain (42:00) So what can we do about being mentally exhausted? Taking breaks (48:20) Exercise and Nutrition (55:00) Outro - Elden Ring, Dad jokes

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    257. Lift Weights Correctly to Burn More Calories?!

    In this episode the boys talk about the effect that proper form and technique can have on the amount of calories you burn while lifting weights! Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt (Intro) The plugs, current car trends (14:30) Current YouTube and Streamer trends, and finances and fitness (25:00) Topic begins - Lifting weights is a skill (30:23) Fundamental movements (45:28) How does this help me burn more calories? (59:00) Outro - Recap and dad joke/PSA

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    258. The Importance Of Relationships

    In this episode Jonathan and Mike talk about how relationships that you keep can help shape you and your future. Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt (Intro) What’s new with Mike, Jonathan’s electronic woes, other podcasts (14:42) Topic begins - The importance of relationships (26:15) Lack of quality relationships and toxicity (37:35) Romantic and personal relationships (43:10) The connection to fitness (47:00) Outro - New Batman, Movie theater prices and Dad joke

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    256. Intensity vs Volume

    In this episode the boys catch up with their long lost host, and talk about the proper application of intensity and effort in your training routine. Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt (Intro) Traffic, what’s been going on with Gabe (7:20) Jonathan’s bed, Chess (11:46) Do more days and more complexity make for a better workout program? (19:00) new puppy for Mike, Book of Boba Fett, and Gabe’s workouts (33:10) Topic begins - Intensity and Effort in the gym (1:00:00) Outro - More on Chess, Dad jokes

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    255. How Many Days Should You Workout for Best Your Gains?

    In this episode Jonathan and Mike answer a question that goes back to the days of yore. How many days dost thou train for thine gainz? Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt (Intro) Oliver’s fat lip, Edwin’s encounter with a corner (9:40) Plugs, Mike’s free stuff, and manual transmissions (19:00) Jonathan’s competing again? (27:15) Topic begins! How many days a week should you workout? (32:00) How to choose a number of days (42:25) Different splits for programming - 6 days (52:00) 5 days (59:21) 4 days (1:03:50) 3 days (1:14:55) 2 days (1:16:15) Recap and some last minute tips (1:22:00) Outro - Dad joke

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    254. 4 Phases You NEED To Get In Shape In 2022

    In this episode Jonathan and Mike give you the secret sauce to real sustainable fat loss. In just 4 simple steps you can set yourself up for the best shape of your life in 2022! Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt (Intro) What’s on deck for the day, Oliver update, and Jonathan’s adventures with Chess (19:00) Fun fact about Chess (21:50) Metabolic reset! (33:38) Time frame for reset (37:00) Fat loss time! (46:00) Time frame for fat loss (48:38) Reverse diet (56:45) Lifestyle babyyy (1:02:30) Outro and some dad jokes

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    253. Productive Procrastination

    In this episode the guys talk about how procrastination can be turned into productivity! Stay tuned until the end for a special guest appearance from Oliver! Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt (Intro) Oliver update (8:10) Our workouts (13:30) TV, movies, and games (21:31) Topic begins - Productive procrastination (31:30) Procrastination in fitness (53:23) Recap (55:45) Outro - Dad jokes

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    252. Coronavirus, Reaching Goals, and Future Plans!

    In this long overdue episode of the NXTLVL Show the guys give updates on their personal lives, and end the episode with some tips for success in the new year Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt (Intro) 2021, Mike’s big news and his experience with COVID (6:00) Gabe’s experience with COVID and his new set up (9:11) Jonathan’s trip to Mexico and his experience with COVID (27:54) Shows, movies, and a serious Spider-Man actor conversation (37:00) Topic begins - NXTLVL Show updates and future plans (40:34) Focusing on your health to protect yourself from illness (48:55) Fooooood (51:44) Creating good routines (55:47) Outro - Dad jokes

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    251. Setting Goals to Win 2022

    In this episode Jonathan and Mike talk about Action Goals and Objective Goals, and how to use them to make 2022 the year for success! Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt (Intro) 2021 is ending?! Jonathan’s trip to Mexico, Star Wars, Demon Slayer (6:53) Oliver update, and babies proving functional movements (11:53) Topic begins - Action Goals vs Objective Goals (16:05) Action Goals and how they support objective goals (19:04) Lining up your goals with realistic actions (26:35) Don’t marry your goals and be happy with progress (34:00) It’s about the journey, not the destination (35:20) Be the person that reaches the goal (39:32) Outro - Dad jokes

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    250. The 12 Tips of Christmas

    Jonathan shares 12 tips to make you a better human! Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt (Intro) Jonathan’s going stag, all the things (2:24) Cutting out negative people (5:00) Surround yourself with people that challenge you (6:42) Be ok with not knowing (8:09) Take chances (12:00) Become stronger physically (15:22) Prioritize sleep (18:30) Manage your stress (23:35) Eat your protein (26:00) Fat doesn’t make you fat (27:45) Carbs aren’t your enemy (31:23) There is no such thing as the “best” workout or diet (35:00) Love yourself (37:10) Outro - Recap

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    249. How to Survive the Christmasocalypse

    In today’s episode the guys talk about the last few weeks of the year. They talk about what to expect, what to focus on, and things to pay attention to so you’re set up for success in the new year. Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt (Intro) Zodiac signs? The new Spider-Man movie, Hawkeye, and Jonathan’s sinuses (9:40) Tesla’s making phones?! (11:30) Trans athletes (23:45) Topic begins - The last two weeks of 2021 (26:24) What to expect (35:12) Things to focus on (43:19) Enjoy the foooooood (45:25) Outro - Dad jokes

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    248. Boring and Time Consuming

    In this episode the guys talk about boring and time consuming things. They also talk about why those boring and time consuming things can actually lead you to exciting places, and become time saving habits. Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt (Intro) Christmas, Santa, and current shows and movies (13:10) Topic begins - Doing things you don’t want to do (16:40) Jonathan’s rant begins (21:45) Mike and Gabe’s rebuttals (25:34) When you actually start tracking… (37:00) Doggy Bag (41:00) Outro - Dad jokes, and phrase of the day

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    246. What To Do After Thanksgiving

    In this episode the boys are all back together again to talk about the post holiday comedown. Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt (Intro) New Format! (5:50) Our Thanksgivings and Black Friday (18:09) Topic begins - The aftermath of Thanksgiving, don’t feel guilty (26:00) Working out super hard, or fasting after the holiday (36:35) What to do if you really want to do SOMETHING (40:45) Outro - recap, dad jokes

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    245. Should You Eat Back Your Calories Burned?

    In this episode Jonathan talks about a common misconception when it comes to wearing wearables and what information is important. Should you be worried about how many calories you’re burning and plan your nutrition around it? In this episode Jonathan answers this in depth!  Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt

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    243. Which Is Harder, Building Muscle or Burning Fat??

    Today’s episode is here to answer the question: Which is more difficult, building muscle or losing fat? Jonathan talks at length about what components are needed to effectively do both, and why he thinks one is slightly harder than the other. Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt Timestamps: (Intro) Jonathan goes solo, topic for the day (2:56) Body types and their value (11:50) Losing fat is EASIER? (14:40) Changing behaviors (17:43) Education around food (20:52) Rest and Recovery (24:17) Consistency with the process (27:18) Building muscle is tough! Behaviors (31:37) Education around food for building muscle (33:51) Rest and recovery matters more for building (37:41) Sleeeeeeep and alcohol’s effect, and training frequency (39:37) Consistency, and why Jonathan thinks building muscle is harder (44:02) Outro - closing thoughts

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    242. Holiday Season Weight Loss Woes

    Do the holidays have you stressed out about your goals? This episode is dedicated to putting your worries at ease! Also, we record our longest outro to date! Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt Timestamps: (Intro) Plugs, Mike’s big news, Oliver update (11:55) Thoughts about marriage (18:57) Topic begins - Mentally preparing for the holidays (21:52) Some numbers for perspective (26:10) Health is about more than just food/calories/weight (30:15) Moderation can help (35:32) Intermittent Fasting? (36:37) Outro - Dad joke, random tattoos, wild life, Edwin, and Mike’s random encounter

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    241. Mindset Monday: Having Structure Provides You With More Freedom

    In this Mindset Monday episode Jonathan and Mike talk about why having structure in your day, and your diet, is liberating. Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt Timestamps: (Intro) Sleep interruptions, non-scale victories, training older clients (17:00) Topic begins - Why structure can give you more time (20:22) Retired people (21:33) I don’t have the tiiiiime (24:30) Use your calendar/planner (27:39) Give yourself a certain amount of time, and stick to it (30:52) Structured eating allows you to enjoy your food more (35:02) Track your calories! (36:20) Budget analogy (38:38) Outro - Mike has a critter in his attic, dad joke

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    240. Breaking Through Weight Loss Plateaus

    In this episode the guys talk about breaking through weight loss plateaus, different ways that you can approach it, and different ways that work for different people! Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt (Intro) YouTube, Halloween (10:44) Jonathan hired a coach (13:49) Edwin update (15:23) Finding love for the process (17:19) Topic begins - Breaking through weight loss plateaus - Mike’s client (23:15) The fear of food (32:04) For people with a lot lost, and more to lose (35:09) How much am I eating? (39:59) Wearables and time spent moving (44:07) Calorie tracking (46:18) Portion control (48:46) Outro - Ghandi quote, Dad joke

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    239. Mindset Monday: What Does It Take To Maintain Muscle?

    In this slightly different Mindset Monday episode we talk about how much it takes to maintain muscle, and what that means for your workouts, and the mindset that follows. Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt (Intro) Our last episode, hit the buttons, and the topic for the day, Dune, and You (9:38) Jonathan and Mike took trips! (16:00) Topic begins - How much Volume maintains muscle mass? (21:00) Sometimes a break is actually a good thing (26:30) What is Volume? (30:37) Effort matters too (32:20) Recap (35:00) Outro - Dad joke

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    238. Santiago Vanegas Talks About Cryptocurrency

    In this episode we have Santiago Vanegas on to talk to us about cryptocurrency. He talks about what money is, why cryptocurrency is relevant, how it works, and how to get started in the process of investing. Where to find Santiago: @San_Man22 Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt (Intro) Santiago Vanegas, and why cryptocurrency is an important thing to talk about (3:23) What even is money? And the issue with centralized money (13:08) The creation of BitCoin (16:51) Inflation and deflation (25:09) What is a block chain? (32:46) What is keeping cryptocurrency from being a currency, instead of just an investment? (37:30) Smaller comics, market caps, and why some coins won’t make you rich (40:33) Long term investments vs short term investments, and psychology (50:02) Supply, and a comparison to stocks (55:24) What apps are “the best” to use for cryptocurrency? (1:03:54) What coins are the safest bet right now, and why? Ethereum (1:12:00) DOGE (1:15:55) How to get started? (1:29:52) Outro - Where to find Santiago

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    237. Reaction To The Mind Pump Episode 1660 Interview With Gad Sadd

    In this episode Jonathan and Gabe talk about Mind Pump episode 1660 with Gad Sadd. They give their reaction to conversation about woke-ism, labels, and objective truths. Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt Timestamps: (Intro) When should you listen to the NXTLVL Show, operating heavy machinery, What’s new with Gabe’s training routine (4:44) Jonathan bought some protein powder (8:02) Legion Athletics supplements, and how to check the quality of supplements, supplement stores (21:28) Topic Begins - Woke-ism, titles, and Mind Pump episode 1660 (32:34) Truth vs Fact (39:09) Is the pendulum swinging the other way? (43:38) Staying consistent in beliefs (46:48) Final thoughts (51:02) Outro - Dad joke

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    236. Is Muscle Soreness All It’s Cracked Up To Be?

    The whole gang is finally back together again in this episode! What else would we talk about after such a long time apart? Muscle soreness! Is it the bee’s knees? The cat’s meow? Or is it less indicative of a good workout than some may lead you to believe? Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt (Intro) Mike’s trip, Boston, Current life events, couches (14:08) Topic begins - Muscle soreness, and what it means (17:45) What is muscle soreness? (26:28) How to gauge the right amount of soreness (32:00) Recovery and Adaptation (37:56) Recap and how often you should be sore (50:22) Different forms of progress (57:30) Outro - Dad jokes and Squid Game

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    234. Self Care and Exercise Selection

    In this episode Jonathan and Mike talk about some healthy practices for self care, and how choosing the right exercises can help you reach your goals. Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt (Intro) Mike’s busy schedule, our recent episodes, Squid game, Game of Thrones prequel, other shows, and current trends (15:15) Topic begins - Self care and exercise selection (16:44) Give yourself some “You” time (26:40) Hygiene, proper nutrition, and sleep (36:10) Exercise! (40:13) Exercise Selection (58:18) Outro - Recap and Dad joke

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    235. Mindset Monday: Top 5 Tips For Achieving A Winning Mindset

    In this Mindset Monday episode we talk about our top 5 tips for achieving a winning mindset! Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt Timestamps: (Intro) License plates, traffic, living situations (5:49) Topic begins - The winner’s mindset (6:54) White belt mentality (10:31) Confidence with humility (14:04) Taking failures and losses as opportunity (19:17) Not hitting snooze (25:40) The Priority Triangle (31:25) Recap (34:45) Outro - Dad joke

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    233. Mindset Monday: How Much Is Enough?

    In this Mindset Monday episode the boys talk about doing the right amount to elicit change within your body. Don’t be the person that does every leg exercise known to man, be the person that does the right leg exercises at the right time, to gain the desired result. Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt (Intro) Hit the buttons! Mike’s stick shift woes (7:15) Cryptocurrnecy, investing and the like (12:29) Topic begins - How much is enough? (16:38) Doing the right amount (19:58) Homeostasis, overtraining and adaptation (23:24) Long term investment, and soreness (24:56) Takeaways (32:10) Outro - Dad joke

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    232. Calorie Deficit - And What Else?

    In this episode we elaborate on a point we often talk about: a calorie deficit is how you lose weight. While this remains true, what other components are needed to succeed? Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt Timestamps: (Intro) Experiencing burnout, work load, Mike’s client progress (7:15) Spot reduction (12:40) Topic begins - Calorie deficit - and what else? (15:36) Hydration! (20:52) Tracking your movement (29:08) Sleep and Stress (36:26) Outro - Dad joke

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    231. Mindset Monday: Resiliency Over Rigidity

    In this Mindset Monday episode the boys talk about resiliency beating rigidity in the long run, and why you should be a little loosely goosey with things from time to time. Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt (Intro) Hit the buttons! New Mario movie, bad movies (8:16) MARVEL stuff (13:03) Missing persons, and cars (18:46) Topic begins - Resiliency over rigidity (21:44)Resiliency in life, and a quick second vs a hot second (23:51) Mike’s client being fluid with exercise selection (25:53) Jonathan’s client (31:26) Be a dimmer, not a switch (34:54) Outro - Dad joke and a riddle

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    230. This Sh*t Takes Time!

    In this episode the boys talk about what the fitness process looks like, how long it takes, and why it doesn’t just happen overnight. Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt Timestamps: (Intro) Mike bought a new car, and is learning to drive stick (11:24) Jonathan is moving (14:46) Fried chicken! (18:00) Eating healthy food ruins junk food (21:56) Topic begins - Creating the lifestyle and the results take time (26:08) Finance/investment analogy (27:49) Some results aren’t visible (29:58) What to expect and some examples (34:22) Mike’s experience driving his car (35:30) Slow and steady wins the race (40:13) Outro - Dad jokes

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    229. Mindset Monday: Get PAID to WORKOUT?!

    In this Mindset Monday episode the guys talk about being financially compensated for your time spent exercising, and why that may or may not be a good idea.  Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt  Timestamps: (Intro) Mike’s workout, gym leaderboards, and sustainability (14:02) Gabe’s dark past (15:38) Healthy competition and sharing the “love” (19:34) Jonathan’s alcoholism update (21:51) Topic begins - Rewarded for working out? (28:10) Mike is big mad (29:23) Gabe’s counter argument (31:41) Value vs cost (35:52) Perceived value (41:56) The actual rewards for exercise (45:57) Recap and Biggest Loser, bad trainers (49:05) Outro - Dad jokes

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    228. Too Much Protein Causing Kidney Damage?

    In this episode Jonathan tackles the argument around high protein diets and kidney health. How much is too much, and are you at risk of damaging your kidneys? Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt Timestamps: (Intro) Jonathan going stag, where the episode’s topic came from (5:50) Is protein dangerous for your kidneys? (10:44) Protein recommendations (12:38) SCIENCE! (16:59) Why the confusion? (21:00) Back to the argument (24:12) Realistic protein goals (31:21) Outro

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    227. Mindset Monday: Fitness Starting From The Negatives

    In this Mindset Monday episode the boys talk about how most fitness journey’s start off from a negative point. Be it depression, negative self-image, or low self esteem, fitness can take something negative and spin it into a positive! Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt Timestamps: (Intro) Mike has returned! His voice has not. How is Crunch?! (15:13) Topic begins - Taking a negative and using it to start your fitness journey (18:43) What’s your WHY? (21:30) Depression as a starting point (29:43) The gym can be a negative… kinda (35:57) Exercise as medicine (40:55) Outro - Dad joke, Gym joke, and an epic riddle

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    226. How To Use Cardio To Build Muscle/Burn Fat

    In this episode the boys discuss the befits of cardiovascular exercise with the intention of aiding in your muscle building efforts. They also answer the age-old question, does cardio come before or after weight training? Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt Timestamps: (Intro) Mike is coming back! Jonathan’s trip to Crunch (4:45) Big gyms (8:34) Jonathan’s update in regards to his drinking habits (12:36) NFL is back! And the Matrix (18:11) Jonathan’s fitness update and building muscle advice (22:18) Topic begins - Cardio and building muscle (27:15) Adaptation (29:18) NEAT and YOU (35:57) Cardio for Building muscle?! (37:54) HIIT cardio? (45:53) Cardio before or after weights? (53:40) Outro - Dad joke

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    225. How to Be an Alpha Male

    In todays mindset Monday episode, we cover what it means to be an alpha male in today's society. We cover our thoughts on the crisis of masculinity, is masculinity toxic? Later on, we get into certain traits, we believe that makes you an alpha male. This was a fun episode to make, hope you guys enjoy it!  Let us know by leaving us a 5 star rating and review as well as a thumbs up on Youtube. Don't forget to subscribe if you haven't already! Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt

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    224. Should You Train Sore Muscles? Training Fasted vs Fed

    In this episode we cover everything to do with muscle soreness, as well as the pros and cons of training fasted or fed. Jonathan and Gabe clear up common misconceptions with these topics. We hope you enjoy this episode! Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt

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    223. Mindset Monday: Training vs Exercising

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    221. Mindset Monday: The “Bulking” Mentality

    In this Mindset Monday episode the boys are back together again, and discussing the mindset around eating more food to help increase your muscle mass, and boost your metabolism! Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt Timestamps: (Intro) MARVEL MOVIES! (4:50) Only Fans is “going out of business” (15:53) Topic begins - The mindset of eating more (20:37) A calorie deficit (22:15) What a calorie surplus could look like (24:38) Mike’s experience and what to expect (28:54) Being ok with the process (32:25) How this helps your weight loss and “menapolism” (34:49) Playing with energy (37:38) Liquid Chalk (39:07) Recap (42:17) Outro - Dad joke and a riddle

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    220. Programming for Strength

    This episode is about quite a few random things, but the main focus is on programming with different rep ranges. More specifically, targeting strength on some exercises, and higher rep ranges on accessory movements. Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt Timestamps: (Intro) Copyright infringement, and what Mike’s been up to at Crunch (4:22) More clients and fewer sessions or fewer clients and more sessions? (7:29) Jonathan is antisocial (8:45) Programming hacks for trainers (12:52) Mike’s false alarm, and week of training (17:36) Jonathan never smiles (21:59) The movie Free Guy and Suicide Squad (27:30) Topic begins - Different rep ranges during programs (30:37) Efficacy in rep ranges and value in movement (33:40) “Muscle Confusion” (35:00) Order of operations (41:22) Stability and power (42:39) Where this applies (45:19) Irreversible Bi/Trinomials (52:21) Outro - Dad joke

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    219. Mindset Monday: Failure is Actually AWESOME

    In this Mindset Monday episode the boys talk about failure, and why it’s actually pretty awesome. Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt Timestamps: (Intro) Mike is still gone, mental health conversation (6:55) The power of positivity and exercise (11:50) Is fear of failure holding you back? (13:41) Failure is how you learn (14:27) Superman, heroes, and Achilles (19:40) Failure is a part of life (28:23) Outro - Dad joke

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    218. Your Body is a Reflection of Your Actions

    In this episode the boys talk about the signs and signals your body sends to let you know when something off. Don’t be the stinky guy, listen to (or smell) your body! Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt Timestamps: (Intro) Mike is gone, announcements, Jonathan is house sitting, hotels and trips (9:24) Fake Mars? (11:56) The current climate situation (13:48) Hygiene (27:45) Topic begins - Your body is a reflection of your actions (31:33) Your body let’s you know when something is off (36:35) How long do changes take? (39:02) Be your own detective (42:00) Final thoughts (43:48) Outro - dad joke

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    216. Taking the Bullsh*t Out of Fitness

    The goal of this episode is two fold: firstly, the boys discuss the interview with Brenden Schmidt, and what they took away from it. Secondly, the boys dive into the BS that occupies too much of the fitness space.  Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt  Timestamps: (Intro) Thoughts on our interview with Brenden Schmidt  (10:02) What we took away from the interview  (20:04) Why we think conversations like these are important  (29:47) Topics begin - Ridiculous things in Fitness  (32:53) Detox teas, fat burners, and cleanses  (37:31) Fad diets  (42:05) Listen to your body  (44:53) Why close yourself off?  (46:39) Principles of fat loss and muscle building  (47:52) Outro - Dad joke

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    215. Masculine Revival with Brenden Schmidt

    In this episode we have Brenden from Masculine Revival on to talk about masculinity, femininity, intersexual dynamics, and so much more! Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt Where to find Brenden: Masculinerevival.com @masculinerevival Timestamps: (Intro) Who is Brenden Schmidt, and how he got into the masculinity space (2:09) The “manosphere” and what masculinity means to Brenden (6:45) The red pill (9:05) The state of happiness among the sexes (9:50) How modern society defines masculinity (12:20) “Toxic” traits and the capacity for emotion (15:04) Equality and thoughts on being a homemaker (18:39) “Classic” gender roles - were they really that awful? (21:30) The difference between femininity and feminism (23:47) Masculinity vs femininity (24:47) Overly masculine women (27:40) Gabe’s take on raising two daughters (29:56) Complementing each other in the roles that we fill (34:07) Couple dynamics (42:12) A Bedazzled movie reference (43:35) Cultivating a healthy masculinity within a growing boy (49:28) Raising girls to be feminine (54:02) Monogamy vs polygamy (1:03:40) Where to find Brenden (1:04:19) The Lightning Round (1:06:43) Outro

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    214. Mindset Monday: BOREDOM To Boost PRODUCTIVITY?!

    In this Mindset Monday episode the boys talk about boredom, and how you can use it to become more productive! Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt Timestamps: (Intro) The gang is all here! What’s been going on with us (4:23) The Disney lawsuit, box office profits, and deep fakes (9:08) Leaving on a win (13:11) Topic begins - Cultivating success from boredom (17:38) Studying with distractions (21:41) Social Media addiction (23:57) How to boost productivity (27:15) Being bored while you poop (30:30) Purposeful boredom (34:18) This applies to food and babies too (38:07) From cities to the suburbs (39:43) Creating a positive association (43:38) Final thoughts (47:49) Outro - Dad joke and riddles

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    213. Spot Reduction IS NOT A THING

    This episode of The NXTLVL Show is focused on one thing: Spot Reduction! We’re here to put this myth to rest, and offer viable alternatives for an overall reduction in body fat. Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt Timestamps: (Intro) Jonathan is back, but still under the weather (4:10) Oliver update, teething! (8:38) Topic begins - Spot reduction (13:56) We’ve been fooled by this stuff too! (15:30) How to actually lose fat (18:21) Men and women’s store, and burn, fat differently (21:20) Recap (24:28) Outro - Riddle

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    212. Mindset Monday: Your Supporting Cast

    In this Mindset Monday episode Mike and Gabe talk about the support system, and why it’s important! Whether it’s loved ones, friends, or a coach, getting support can be the difference in reaching your goal or not! Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt Timestamps: (Intro) Jonathan is gone, and Mike’s NASM experience (16:15) Where the concept for Space Jam came from (17:34) Gabe lobs it up for the alley-oop, and Mike misses it completely (18:30) Topic begins - Gabe’s recent experience with being supportive (23:06) The importance of your support system (25:32)Personal trainers role in supporting others (27:59) Spousal/family support, and ASKING (31:01) Companionship/commiseration support (33:04) Informational support (34:37) Support as extrinsic motivation (37:37) A quote and a recap (42:00) Outro - Dad joke and a riddle

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    211. International CHEST DAY

    International Chest Day is usually on Monday, but we decided to celebrate a bit early (or late?) This episode is all about training your chest, from how the pectoralis muscle works, to which exercises, rep ranges, and more! Join The NXTXLVL Show Private Forum! https://www.facebook.com/groups/199807844615950/?ref=share Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt Timestamps: (Intro) Check out our YouTube, and the new Space Jam movie (9:01) Jonathan’s trip (14:07) Our new schedule and Mike’s test (17:55) Topic begins - Chest Day! (19:01) The anatomy of the Pectoralis Major (22:03) Hypertrophy and rep ranges (24:52) Misconception about elbow positioning (27:49) Exercises to try - Barbell vs DB Bench (30:53) Incline vs flat (33:47) Bodyweight, Machines, and cables (39:27)The underboob (40:33) The posture push-up (41:34) DB Pullover? (43:09) Overall volume (45:25) Frequency (48:28) Outro - Dad joke and riddle

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    210. Mindset Monday: Are You Paralyzed?

    Have you ever thought about taking an alligator on with your bare hands? (Please Don’t) In this episode we talk about what it’s like to be complacent, and lose your drive, not unlike an alligator that’s just eaten. We talk about why this becomes a problem, and ways to circumnavigate the issue so you don’t get attacked by an overzealous redneck while his buddy records. Join The NXTXLVL Show Private Forum! https://www.facebook.com/groups/199807844615950/?ref=share Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt Timestamps: (Intro) We’re together again! Gabe’s trip (5:17) LOKI (7:27) UFC Fight and kick mechanics (13:46)Topic Begins - Getting paralyzed by complacency (15:20) The alligator analogy? Metaphor? (16:06) How this applies to everyone (19:38) Mike’s recent experience with this concept (22:04) The dangers of complacency (24:39) Relationships (26:25) Comparison (27:44) Staying hungry (32:22) Outro - Dad joke and a riddle

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    209. Beginner Fitness Tips to Win!

    In this episode of The NXTLVL Show, it is the solo episode with the buttery voice himself, Jonathan! Don't worry, Mike and Gabe will be back, but Jonathan wanted to dive deep into everything you need to be successful in your fitness journey. This is perfect if you are just starting out, or even if you have been in your fitness journey for some time now. These tips are super helpful and worthy to share with someone that needs to listen to this advice! Join The NXTXLVL Show Private Forum! https://www.facebook.com/groups/199807844615950/?ref=share  Follow us on Instagram: @thenxtlvlshow @jonalvafitness @primeandglory @mikenillespt  Timestamps: (Intro) Solo episode, channel reminders  (2:33) Topic begins - Beginner tips to win, and who this is for  (4:34) Make a decision from a good place - Love yourself!  (5:49) The issue with radical diets and workouts  (7:47) Pretend you’re talking to a loved one!  (9:10) Fast results vs sustainable results  (11:47) One step at a time  (14:30) You can’t fuck this up!  (15:30) Adding physical activity to your routine  (18:49) Resistance Training!!  (24:41) These tips can work for all levels of fitness  (25:43) An anecdote about competing  (26:22) Don’t be a flip-flopper  (27:51) Recap  (29:00) Ask for help if you need it!  (29:40) Outro - Closing thoughts

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

A fitness and health podcast that doesn’t shy away from any topic, with open conversation about other things happening. The goal with the NXTLVL show is help inspire you to continue reaching for the next level!

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Jonathan Alvarez

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