Greg Mahler | Keto Greg: Bodybuilding, Nutrition Strategy & Coaching | February 15, 2026 | Ep. 53

Summary

In this episode of the Low Carb Consultant Podcast, I interview Greg Mahler, also known as Keto Greg, a seasoned personal trainer and bodybuilder who has been following a ketogenic diet for over a decade. Greg shares his journey into the world of keto, discussing the misconceptions surrounding the diet, particularly in the context of bodybuilding. He emphasizes the importance of nutrition and training on keto, detailing his competition prep strategies and daily routines. The conversation also delves into the story behind Keto Brick, a product designed for those on a ketogenic diet, and the challenges of scaling a food brand in the keto space. Greg concludes with insights on the future of ketogenic nutrition and answers rapid-fire questions about common keto misconceptions and practices.

Find Greg:

Insta: https://www.instagram.com/ketogreg80/

Site: https://www.ketobrick.com

Takeaways

Greg Mahler has been on a ketogenic diet for over a decade.

He discovered keto through trial and error during his bodybuilding journey.

Keto can improve energy, cognition, and overall well-being.

Misconceptions about keto include the belief that carbs are necessary for muscle gain.

Protein intake on keto should be balanced and not excessively high.

Keto can be a sustainable approach for competition prep without the misery of traditional diets.

Daily routines and meal prep are crucial for consistency on keto.

Keto Brick was created out of necessity for quality ketogenic nutrition.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Keto Greg and His Journey

05:04 The Transition to Ketogenic Bodybuilding

09:34 Misconceptions About Keto and Bodybuilding

14:16 Nutritional Strategies for Muscle Building on Keto

19:14 The Cutting Process and Competition Prep

23:36 Daily Routine and Current Training Phase

28:36 The Story Behind KetoBrick and Coaching with Robert Sykes

31:10 The Leap of Faith: Moving to Arkansas

33:15 Scaling a Food Brand: Challenges and Insights

35:35 Educating Consumers: Strategic Use of Keto Brick

39:08 Consistency in Keto: The Power of Repetition

41:11 Navigating Social Situations on Keto

43:52 The Future of Ketogenic Nutrition

48:20 Common Mistakes in Keto and Performance

53:50 Debunking Keto Myths: Individualized Approaches

54:54 Dirty Keto: A Transitional Approach

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Keywords

Keto, Ketogenic Diet, Bodybuilding, Nutrition, Fitness, Keto Brick, Low Carb, Health, Performance, Weight Loss