Weigh In with Gina

Get ready for the first taste of our newest series, Digestible Bits. No lengthy lectures or complicated jargon - just small-sized bits of information you can easily incorporate into your daily routine. In just 5-10 minutes, Gina Livy gets into the specifics with quick, actionable tips to help you improve your health and wellness.This episode: Foods To ...Avoid?Looking for a list of foods to avoid while trying to lose weight? This IS NOT that. In today's digestible bit, Gina sheds new light on some infamous "foods to avoid". Bananas? Carbs? Tune in to see if these foods are actually the villains they are thought to be when you're trying to lose weight.

A mass of followers feasting on fatty foods and rapidly losing weight? Today we are talking about Keto. Welcome to a brand new series we are calling THE SCIENCE BEHIND, where we will be diving deep into the most popular diets out there. In our first episode, we are navigating the ocean of influencers, books, recipes, studies and experts to bring you the facts about one of the "oldest" and most popular weight loss methods, The Keto Diet.Research Links:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6251269/https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamaneurology/fullarticle/774424https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/pdfdirect/10.1111/j.1528-1167.2008.01821.xhttps://www.sochob.cl/pdf/obesidad_adulto/Ketogenic%20diets%20for%20weight%20loss%20A%20review%20of%20their%20principles%20safety%20and%20efficacy.pdfhttps://www.cambridge.org/core/services/aop-cambridge-core/content/view/6FD9F975BAFF1D46F84C8BA9CE860783/S0007114513000548a.pdf/div-class-title-very-low-carbohydrate-ketogenic-diet-span-class-italic-v-span-low-fat-diet-for-long-term-weight-loss-a-meta-ysis-of-randomised-controlled-trials-div.pdfhttps://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/11/2/2092/pdfhttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6251269/

Today Gina chews the fat with special guest Kyle Buchanan, a nutrition and health enthusiast known for the feelgoodery Podcast and as a resident contributor on Canada's "The Morning Show". From his insights on the "Feel Good, Do Good" concept to navigating the ever-changing diet industry, Kyle shares actionable advice and personal anecdotes to inspire your health journey.Tune in as we explore topics such as handling criticism, overcoming obstacles to change, and thriving amidst anxiety. With practical tips for cutting through the social media noise, Kyle inspires us to prioritize our well-being and finally feel good.

Welcome to the refreshed Weigh In With Gina podcast! In our inaugural episode, Dr. Beverley David, a clinical psychologist specializing in sleep research, joins Gina to explore how psychology intersects with weight loss. They discuss the societal pressures on body image, the psychological impact of dieting, and the need for sustainable approaches to weight loss. Dr. Beverly emphasizes the role of past experiences and societal influences on attitudes toward food and self-worth and touches on whether The Livy Method is a comprehensive enough approach to weight loss that prioritizes the underlying psychological factors.

Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Winter 2024 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 91, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodwinter2024Topics covered:Introducing ….. Tony!There is still time to fill out the survey for your chance to win an iPhone 15 - you can enter until April 22nd to fill it outToday is the last day of the group - you can ask any questions you have and the team will be answering until 7pm tonight. If you are following behind the group, your app will still work for the full 91 days. When you complete the Program, the app will turn into a general trackerThe Spring/Summer group is selling quickly! If you haven’t joined yet, be sure to register here www.ginalivy.com/shop before we sell out!Stay tuned on Facebook and Instagram for the release of our new book coming very soon!Keep celebrating your wins on our Celebrate and Inspire post, we are thrilled to celebrate all your wins!If you want support with your Maximzing Questions, you can post your response in the group up until 7pm today or in the Spring/Summer group when we get started on April 22ndSupporting members on getting clear on plans between groupsSharing our survey results!The Program is effective for all ages! Here’s our demographic breakdownThere were 50 countries represented this group and the top 5 were: Canada, US, UK, Mexico and AustraliaEngagement in the Facebook group and Livy AI this round Survey responsesYoungest member was 18, the eldest member was 85Member satisfactionWe want to hear from all members to hear their feedbackHealth issuesAt what point in The Program did members start losing weightWhen members started noticing changes in their bodiesThe top non-scale victories sharedCommunityTop elements that were most helpful to weight loss journeyDiscussing what makes The Livy Method different - it’s a guided processConfidence in Weight Loss JourneyHow did members interact with The ProgramNew podcast announcement!77% found access to The Program through the podcast helpful68% access Lives through the podcastQuotes shared by members from the surveyDiscussions happening in the obesity industry and from the Obesity SummitFinal weight Loss stats, out of 2,469 respondentsThank you to our incredible guest experts and the companies that have partnered with Weight Loss By GinaA HUGE thank you to all our members! Our community is everything to us. Thank you for putting your trust in us and creating the incredible community we have here at Weight Loss By GinaFinal advice on wrapping up this group and heading to the next roundTo learn more about the Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com.

Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Winter 2024 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 89, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodwinter2024Topics covered:Lots of feels at the end of The Program- how are you feeling?Learning to prioritize yourself without feeling guiltyThe new book will be ready soon!Moving forward, there will only be one companion bookHow to use the app in between groupsBe sure to join the Facebook Support Group for Spring/SummerWhat to do if you didn’t see the results you wanted this ProgramGina and Tony will be live on Sunday at 10am ESTThe break between groups is a great opportunity to start a new routineVacations are important to de-stressHow to approach the Spring/Summer Program as a returning member with fresh eyesYour body is changing drastically- try your clothes on sooner than laterThere are many options for donating your old clothesWe are working on a Livy Method workbook!Gina’s experience working in gyms and salesThe break in between groups is the perfect time to personalize the plan and use BOTWe have some fun things in the works- stay tuned!Make sure you feel confident in next steps- ask as many questions as you needSetting yourself up for success in the next groupThank you for asking questions, commenting, and sharing about your journeyRemember to fill out the end of program survey and enter the Livy Loser giveawayWhy spring is a great time to lose weightTake this time to revisit the guest expert segments on sleepWhat information to take with you to the doctorBe proud of yourself and check out the celebrate and inspire postWhere to find Gina in between groupsTo learn more about the Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com.

In this special edition of Gina Live, Gina talks dressing your changing body with Fashion Expert Tanya Gelsomino (Yaya & Co.).You can find the full video hosted at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodwinter2024Topics covered:Introducing Livy Loser and fashionista from Yaya & Co, Tanya GelsominoFollow Tanya’s personal journey on Instagram at tanya_nicole_0033Tanya shares her journey of losing her weight so publicly and the importance of the Livy Loser community to herTanya shares fashion advice for your weight loss journeyDiving into understanding body shapes and creating capsule wardrobesCreating a look you love with the body shape you have nowHow to get past the fear of buying smaller clothes for your current sizeNew clothes that fit you properly can help you see the changes in your body outside of just weight lostHow to build a capsule wardrobe that allows you several looks with just a few pieces. Start in your own closet!What to do with the clothes that are now too big for you and addressing the fears that you’ll go back to that sizeFashion advice for menTransitioning your wardrobe through the seasonsIf you’re looking for genuine advice, Yaya is located in Mississauga, Vaughn Mills and Niagara on the Lake. If you’re located elsewhere, following influencers on social media can provide inspirationShoes and accessory options that add versatilityDarker coloured, solid bottoms help slim and neutral colours help extend your wardrobeMixing and matching - dopamine dressing = dressing in a way that brings you joyFocus on decluttering your wardrobe to help bring you joy. We are ever-changing but can feel confident in the body we’re in right nowBreak down the barriers of the past and be willing to try on new things. Nobody is looking at the labels on your clothes, so be sure to buy the size that fits!Be sure to accentuate your best features!Get 15% off at Yaya & Co in April using code: LIVYLOSER15To learn more about The Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com.

Gina Livy's Facebook Live from the Maintenance & Mindfulness group hosted on Facebook. This is the live recording of Weigh In Wednesday from April 3, 2024.You can find the full video hosted at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/ginalivymaintenanceandmindfulnessTopics covered:Introducing Murray FoxTransitioning into MaintenanceThere was no switch flipped to Maintenance for Murray, it was a slow transitionWhen Murray transitioned to Maintenance, the 4 Stages of Weight Loss weren’t defined yetReviewing your Why as you transition into MaintenanceThe 4 Steps to Mindful Eating and do we still need to use them in Maintenance?Learning to fully lean into trusting what your body is communicating with youWater was the gamechanger for MurrayThe changes that occur as members transition from the Weight Loss Program to Maintenance What living The Livy Way looks like for Murray in Maintenace - continuing to use the scale daily and assessing what and when to eat with easeHandling stress at this stage of the weight loss journeyManaging blips along the way, when the scale is up, and the benefits of repeating the ProgramFind Murray’s pottery at @murrayfoxpotteryWe’ll be back at it April 22nd after a short break. We look forward to seeing you then!To learn more about The Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com.