The Livy Method Podcast

In this special M&M guest expert episode, Odette sits down with Dr. Paul Hrkal to explore how winter weather, light exposure, and shifting circadian rhythms can quietly impact mood, energy, and ultimately the choices people make around food and movement. From seasonal affective disorder to the science behind light therapy and those 10,000 LUX light boxes, the conversation highlights why feelin...

In this episode, Gina sits down with fitness and aging expert Andrew Blakey to talk about resistance training for adults over forty and why building muscle is a key part of healthy aging. Together, they unpack the confusion so many people feel around fitness: where to start, what actually works, and how to make it sustainable without beating up your joints or dreading the gym. Andrew shares how si...

Welcome to your Midweek Motivation! In this episode, Gina and Odette shift the focus to what it really means to optimize and feed the metabolism, especially for those in maintenance. They break down why weight loss has never been about eating less and punishing your body, but about consistently giving it what it needs so it feels safe enough to let go of fat. From splitting up meals and snacks to...

Join Gina and Program Manager Kim as they break down and dig into the tweak we see in week 7 of The Livy Method. The Tweak This Week? Maximizing and Feeding the Metabolism In this episode, Gina and Kim shift the conversation toward metabolism and what it really means to maximize your efforts in a sustainable way. They explain why weight loss is about more than just eating less and moving more, and...

In this episode, Gina sits down with renowned nephrologist and bestselling author Dr. Jason Fung for a powerful conversation that challenges everything we’ve been taught about weight loss. Together, they unpack why the old “calories in versus calories out” model falls short and shift the focus to hormones, insulin, and how the body actually decides whether to store or burn fat. Dr. Fung shares ins...

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 for everyone! In this episode, Gina and Odette open...

In this Day 50 live, Gina reflects on the reality that being healthy will always require effort until it becomes part of who you are, challenging listeners to consider how they want to feel four months from now heading into summer. She shares honest insight into why people often let habits slide once the scale stops moving, especially in maintenance, and reminds members that feeling their best com...

In this special M&M guest expert episode, Gina welcomes Michelle Malloy, a Trauma Therapist specializing in hope and healing, for a timely conversation on compassion, especially when it comes to the way we speak to ourselves during change. As a trauma-informed therapist who believes hope is at the heart of healing, Michelle explains why being hard on ourselves can feel more natural than being...

In this episode, the hormone conversation continues with Dr. Olinca Trejo to unpack the real role hormones play in weight loss, from thyroid and insulin to stress, sex, and growth hormones, and why blaming one lab result rarely tells the full story. Together, Gina and Dr. Olinca explore how metabolism, fat storage, menopause, and aging intersect, why properly testing and understanding your thyroid...

In this bonus episode, Gina hosts a special Troubleshooting Edition of Late Night Live to support anyone who feels like they’re doing all the things… but not seeing the results they expected on the scale. Instead of pushing you to do more, Gina walks you through how to evaluate what you’re already doing, identify opportunities to level up, and uncover where small, strategic tweaks can create meani...

Welcome to your Midweek Motivation! This week, Gina is joined by the manager of the Weight Loss Program, Kim. Together, they remind listeners that maintaining is about more than just following a food plan. It’s about checking in with yourself, doing a daily “vibe check,” and recognizing the habits and beliefs that have shaped your relationship with food. From reflecting on bites that may or may no...

In this episode, Gina sits down with Sandra Elia for a powerful conversation about the difference between emotional eating and compulsive eating, and why that distinction matters more than people think. Together, they explore how restriction fuels the binge/restrict cycle, how loneliness and shame can trigger deeper patterns with food, and why self-judgment often keeps people stuck. Sandra shares...

In this episode of Spill the Tea , Gina sits down with Dawne Warkentin, a 57-year-old member of the Livy Community who shares her powerful journey from decades of dieting and scale obsession to finally finding peace with her body. After losing weight again and again only to regain it, Dawne made the bold decision to stop weighing herself altogether and focus instead on releasing fat in a sustainab...

In this episode, Gina is joined by Dr. Olinca Trejo for a real and eye-opening conversation about hormones, sustainable weight loss, and why it’s never just about calories in versus calories out. Together, they unpack what hormones actually are—dynamic chemical messengers working like an orchestra behind the scenes—and why “balancing” them isn’t about a magic supplement but about getting the body...

In this episode, Gina kicks off Day 43 by reminding members that this 91-day process isn’t just about losing weight; it’s about learning how to live your life while doing it. From navigating long weekends and celebratory meals to downsizing portions and getting comfortable with a little hunger, she breaks down why feeling slightly unsatisfied can actually be a powerful step forward. Gina explains...

In this Day 39 Live, Gina reassures members who may not be seeing movement on the scale that weight loss is rarely linear and that stalls can signal deeper issues worth exploring, from inflammation and gut health to hormones, stress, and past dieting history. She encourages listeners to reflect on their “weight story,” track patterns, and consider supportive tools like journaling, medical check-in...

Welcome to your Midweek Motivation! This week, Gina is joined by the manager of the Weight Loss Program, Kim. Together, they remind listeners to start with a simple vibe check and get honest about how they’re really doing, especially in the middle of a 91-day commitment to themselves. They unpack the difference between choices that truly bring joy and the habits or triggers that keep people reachi...

In Part 2 of Gina’s conversation with Dr. Paul Hrkal, they explore why the scale can stall even when someone is doing “all the right things,” shifting the focus to gut health, food sensitivities, and inflammation as key factors in weight loss resistance. Dr. Paul explains how past infections, ultra-processed foods, medications, and even aging can disrupt the microbiome and impact hormones, recover...

In this episode, Gina is joined by naturopathic doctor Dr. Paul Hrkal to unpack why weight loss can sometimes feel frustratingly slow, even when you feel like you’re doing everything right. Together, they explore the main reasons the scale may not be moving, including overlooked physical factors, stress, sleep, and the powerful role mindset plays in how the body responds. It’s an honest, reassurin...

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 for everyone! In this episode, Gina, flying solo tod...

In this episode, Gina reflects on Day 36 of The Program and the realities of navigating weekends, indulgences, and scale fluctuations without panic or punishment. She explains why a salty, indulgent night (e.g., Super Bowl) can lead to temporary bloating and weight bumps that have nothing to do with real fat gain, and connects the dots between stress, sleep, hormones, past dieting, and why bodies...

In this special M&M guest expert episode, Odette is joined by clinical psychologist Dr. Beverley David for a thoughtful conversation about the often-overlooked transition from weight loss to maintenance, where the real mindset work begins. Together, they explore why maintaining weight can feel unsettling after so much structure, how fear of regain and old diet patterns can creep back in, and w...

In this guest expert episode, Gina sits down with Certified Nutritional Practitioner, public speaker, and host of the feelgoodery podcast, Kyle Buchanan, for an honest, timely conversation about how people are really feeling right now and why sustainable habits matter more than ever. They talk about the collective heaviness many experience this time of year, the impact of sleep and seasonal shifts...

Welcome to your Midweek Motivation! This week, Gina and Odette deliver a real-talk reminder that sustainable weight loss and maintenance aren’t about perfection, quick fixes, or waiting for things to feel easy, but about self-awareness, accountability, and continuing to show up even when it feels hard. Taking on some member questions, they speak candidly about frustration, passion, and why resista...

Join Gina and Program Manager Kim as they break down and dig into the tweak we see in week 4 of The Livy Method. The Tweak This Week? Downsizing In this episode, Gina Livy and program manager Kim unpack one of the most talked-about tweaks in The Livy Method, Downsizing. They explore why hunger can feel louder during this tweak, how diet history and fear around food waste or scarcity can surface, a...