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The Livy Method Podcast is where you can follow along day-to-day with Gina Livy's 91-day guided weight loss program. It is a collection of Gina's daily Lives, guest expert discussions, and the conversations happening in the Maintenance and Mindfulness Group. This podcast is designed to be listened to along with The Livy Method Program Guide, available on Amazon. Canada: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0D1VQ4QGF US: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D1VQ4QGF If you are looking for a more in-depth discuss ...
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In this episode of Spill the Tea, Gina welcomes Loretta Lyons, a mom of three from New Brunswick who’s lost 35 pounds on The Program. Loretta opens up about how her weight gain began unexpectedly after being diagnosed with hypothyroidism, and how juggling life as a parent of 3 young children added to the load—mentally, physically, and emotionally. …
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In this powerful episode, Gina Livy is joined by Dr. Sean Wharton to unpack what compassionate, evidence-based obesity care really looks like. Together, they explore the complex intersection of bias and biology, challenge traditional weight labels, and discuss why kindness, curiosity, and personalized treatment matter more than ever. From doctor-pa…
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In this episode, Gina shares real talk on how to support your metabolism in maintenance, shake up old habits with the tweak, and stay grounded through cravings and celebrations. She reminds listeners that feeding the body isn’t about eating more food, but eating more often to sustain energy and function. From reflecting on the “why” behind indulgen…
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Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Fall 2025 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 50, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at: www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodfall2025. In this episode, Gina helps members reset after a full-on weekend, reminding them why structure and routine matter, especially wh…
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In this part 2 of 2, Gina sits down once again with hormone expert Dr. Olinca Trejo for a powerful conversation connecting the dots between stress, thyroid, cortisol, and insulin—and why consistency is the magic ingredient your body’s been waiting for. From understanding how stress keeps the body in survival mode (think fight, flight, or freeze), t…
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Welcome to your Midweek Motivation! In this episode, Gina and Odette open up about the emotional realities of maintenance—grief, change, and the tricky business of staying grounded when life throws curveballs. They unpack the difference between coping and slacking, explore how avoidance builds stress, and remind listeners that sometimes grace is mo…
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In this episode, Gina sits down with Dr. Sandy Van to explore how GLP-1 medications are being used to support obesity care. Together, they unpack how these medications work in the body, why weight regain isn’t a failure, and the critical role lifestyle and mindset play in sustainable weight loss. From preserving muscle mass to managing digestion an…
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In this heartfelt Spill the Tea episode, Gina chats with Andrea Gillis and David Murray, who’ve not only shared 43 years of marriage but are now supporting each other through their health journeys. After a serious accident led Andrea to a hip replacement and an urgent need to lose weight, the couple found their way to The Livy Method—and to each ot…
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In this part 1 of 2, Gina sits down with Dr. Olinca Trejo to break down how hormones impact the weight loss journey, especially after years of dieting. They dig into why the body resists change, how chronic stress and under-eating can work against you, and why building trust through awareness and consistency helps bring things back into balance. Fr…
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Maintenance Mindset Mondays is all about cracking open the conversation about what REAL maintenance looks like – beyond the scale and deep into personal transformation. Join Gina and Odette as they dive into the week’s focus, share insights on all things maintenance, and answer your questions. Whether you’re new or experienced, there’s something fo…
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Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Fall 2025 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 43, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at: www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodfall2025. In this episode, Gina checks in with the Livy Community on Day 43 of The Program, right around the halfway mark. She highlights t…
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In this special M&M guest expert episode, Odette sits down with Dr. Paul Hrkal to explore what actually supports a strong immune system, especially through cold and flu season. From simple environmental tweaks like using an air purifier and swapping furnace filters, to whole food strategies that build a solid defence (hello, garlic and ginger), Dr.…
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In this episode, Gina welcomes Registered Dietitian Alissa Steinberg to explore how real-life nutrition meets real-life bodies. From breaking down the science behind sustainable health to understanding the emotional side of why weight loss can feel harder than it should, they cover the key factors that influence your journey—like gut health, moveme…
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Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Fall 2025 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 36, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at: www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodfall2025. In this episode of the podcast, recorded on Thanksgiving Day, Gina reminds listeners that holidays are meant to be enjoyed—food i…
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Welcome to your Midweek Motivation! In this week’s episode, Gina and Odette reflect on the messy (or magical?) middle—that awkward, in-between part of the process where things can feel sticky, slow, or just plain hard. With Thanksgiving behind them and real-life indulgences front and centre (hello, wine and turkey leftovers), they share relatable m…
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In this episode, Gina is joined by Naturopathic Doctor Paul Hrkal for a straight-up conversation about why the scale might not be moving—even when you're doing all the things. It’s Week 5 of the program, a pivotal point where most people start to see movement, but for those who don’t, there could be deeper reasons. Together, they unpack four major …
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In this episode of Spill the Tea, Gina welcomes Natasha London-Stewart, a Livy Method member who’s lost 84 pounds and gained something even more powerful: self-love. Natasha opens up about growing up in a culture where food is love and body comments are common, and how that deeply shaped her relationship with eating and self-worth. She shares what …
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Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Fall 2025 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 37, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at: www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodfall2025. In this episode, Gina talks about getting back on track after the long weekend and how normal it is to experience fluctuations on…
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Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Fall 2025 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 32, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at: www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodfall2025. In this episode, Gina explores how downsizing week is about more than just eating less—it’s a chance to check in, take stock, and…
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Welcome to your Midweek Motivation! In this episode, Odette is joined by Kim, The Livy Method’s weight loss group manager, for a raw and honest conversation about Downsizing Week—on both the weight loss and maintenance sides of The Program. Together, they unpack how members often carry old expectations into new stages of their journey, especially a…
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In this guest expert episode, Gina chats with Certified Nutritional Practitioner, public speaker, and host of the feelgoodery podcast, Kyle Buchanan. Together, they explore the powerful connection between anxiety and the weight loss journey. From the mental chatter that makes it hard to see progress, to how physical and emotional stress can show up…
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In this powerful episode, Gina sits down with Dr. Olinca Trejo to unpack the connection between sleep, stress, and hormones—and why poor rest doesn’t just leave you tired, but can actually make your body feel like it’s under threat. They break down how disrupted sleep can push your body into fat-storing mode, throw insulin and cortisol out of sync,…
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Welcome to your Midweek Motivation! In this light-hearted but thoughtful 'Ask Us Anything' episode, Gina and Odette kick things off with laughs—and sore arms—after a deceptively intense Aquafit session. But beneath the humour is a deeper reminder: don't forget to have fun on your journey. They answer real-time questions from the Livy Community, tou…
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In this episode, Gina is joined by Alanna McGinn—certified sleep expert and longtime Livy Community member—for a refreshingly real conversation about the powerful connection between stress and sleep. Sharing personal stories and clinical insights, Alanna opens up about her own midlife stress and how it disrupted her once-solid sleep. Together, they…
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It's sleep week! In this episode, Gina sits down with Dr. Beverley David for a deep and practical chat about sleep—what it is, why it matters, and how it's connected to your mood, health, and weight loss journey. They unpack how sleep impacts everything from hormone balance to emotional regulation, and why trying to “force” it only makes things wor…
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Maintenance Mindset Mondays is all about cracking open the conversation about what REAL maintenance looks like – beyond the scale and deep into personal transformation. Join Gina and Odette as they dive into the week’s focus, share insights on all things maintenance, and answer your questions. Whether you’re new or experienced, there’s something fo…
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Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Fall 2025 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 22, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at: www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodfall2025. In this episode, Gina focuses on the importance of mindfulness over micromanaging when it comes to portions, progress, and patien…
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In this episode, Gina sits down with Medical Doctor and Certified Menopause Practitioner Dr. Jennifer Zelovitzky for a wide-ranging chat on aging, hormones, weight, and the medical gaslighting that so many women still face. With her signature candour, Dr. Jennifer shares how she’s helping women navigate everything from perimenopause to postmenopaus…
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Welcome to your Midweek Motivation! In this episode, Gina and Odette dig into the complex but powerful reality of maintenance. While Monday’s chat brought a heavier vibe with some real talk about the emotional side of maintaining your weight, today’s conversation celebrates the incredible place members are in right now. Gina reminds listeners that …
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In this episode, Gina is joined by food addiction counsellor and Obesity Matters Chair, Sandra Elia, for a powerful conversation that unpacks the emotional complexity behind why we eat the things, especially when we know they don’t make us feel good. Speaking live from New York City, where she’s attending the United Nations General Assembly, Sandra…
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In this episode, Gina is joined by Naturopathic Doctor Paul Hrkal to break down the real role of supplements—what they do, why they matter, and how they can help support your overall health, especially when weight loss is the goal. From magnesium's impact on sleep and inflammation to the powerful relationship between vitamin D and fat metabolism, t…
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Maintenance Mindset Mondays is all about cracking open the conversation about what REAL maintenance looks like – beyond the scale and deep into personal transformation. Join Gina and Odette as they dive into the week’s focus, share insights on all things maintenance, and answer your questions. Whether you’re new or experienced, there’s something fo…
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Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Fall 2025 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 15, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at: www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodfall2025. In this episode, Gina builds on the basics and gets real about what it actually means to keep showing up and stay consistent with…
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In this episode, Gina welcomes back Dr. Beverley David, clinical psychologist and longtime friend of The Program, for a powerful conversation about the mental side of weight loss. Together, they unpack the Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) cycle and how our thoughts, feelings, behaviours, and even physical responses can keep us stuck in old dieti…
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Welcome to your Midweek Motivation! In this episode of The Livy Method podcast, Gina and Odette reflect on the momentum building in Week 1 of The Maintenance Program. While some members are still settling into routine, many are already making big mindset shifts—especially around food choices, hunger cues, and confidence in customizing their plan. F…
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Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Fall 2025 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 10, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at: www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodfall2025. In this episode, Gina breaks down what's really going on when the scale won’t budge. She explains how detox is simply the body do…
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In this Guest Expert episode, Gina and Learning Specialist Dr. Deena Kara Shaffer unpack why motivation isn’t something you wait for—it’s something that builds through action. Dr. Deena shares how paying attention to your natural energy rhythms can make it easier to follow through on your goals, and why keeping things simple is the secret to long-t…
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Maintenance Mindset Mondays is all about cracking open the conversation about what REAL maintenance looks like – beyond the scale and deep into personal transformation. Join Gina and Odette as they dive into the week’s focus, share insights on all things maintenance, and answer your questions. Whether you’re new or experienced, there’s something fo…
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Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Fall 2025 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 8, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at: www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodfall2025. In this episode, Gina reminds listeners why they truly can’t mess this up. From weekends away to a few extra bites, she explains h…
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Introducing some of our guest experts! In this episode, Gina brings together four of our incredible experts—Dr. Beverley David, Dr. Deena Kara Shaffer, Dr. Olinca Trejo, and Dr. Paul Hrkal—for a powerful conversation that sets the tone for the 91-day journey ahead. With deep insights into psychology, hormones, learning, and nutrition, the panel exp…
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Welcome to your Midweek Motivation! In this episode, Gina and Odette catch up inside the Maintenance Group to celebrate Prep Week and reconnect with members making the shift from weight loss to weight stability. They reflect on the emotional high of seeing familiar names in the new space, and how meaningful it is to witness members stepping into th…
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Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Fall 2025 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 3, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at: www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodfall2025 In this episode, Gina breaks down why consistent effort—not perfection—is the real game-changer. From showing up even when life get…
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Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Fall 2025 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 2, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at: www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodfall2025 In this episode, Gina reminds the community that this journey isn’t about perfection—it’s about showing up. She explains why messy …
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Maintenance Mindset Mondays is all about cracking open the conversation about what REAL maintenance looks like – beyond the scale and deep into personal transformation. Join Gina and Odette as they dive into the week’s focus, share insights on all things maintenance, and answer your questions. Whether you’re new or experienced, there’s something fo…
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Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Fall 2025 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 1, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at: www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodfall2025 In this episode, Gina encourages members—new and returning—to lean into their resources and trust the process. She walks through th…
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In this episode, Gina is joined by University of Ottawa Professor Dr. Ruth Kane, who is researching The Livy Method. Dr. Ruth kicks things off by explaining why member feedback is key to tracking true progress. She challenges unrealistic expectations around numbers, sharing the average weight loss per group, and reminding listeners that slow and st…
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