The Livy Method Podcast

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 not have been worth it, to calling out the lasting impact of diet culture, they keep it real about why consistency matters and why self-compassion is non-negotiable. They reinforce that the process is as much about rewiring your mindset as it is about what’s on your plate, encouraging listeners to trust the process, stay present, and remember that sustainable change comes from working with your body, not against it.You can find the full video hosted at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/ginalivymaintenanceandmindfulnessTo learn more about The Livy Method and our Maintenance & Mindfulness group, visit livymethod.com.

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 candid insights from her own journey and explains why sustainable change isn’t just about what you eat, but how you think, cope, and care for yourself. It’s an honest, compassionate look at breaking the loop and finding a way forward rooted in awareness, support, and self-love.You can find the full video hosted at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodwinter2026Sandra is the founder of The Food Addiction Recovery Program and the author of "Never Enough: Three Pillars of Food Addiction Recovery".Find Sandra Elia:Instagram: @sandraelia.cawww.sandraelia.com

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 out of survival mode and back into thriving. From set point and stress to sleep, inflammation, digestion, and the effects of years of dieting, this episode connects the dots between your environment, your habits, and how your body responds.Dr. Olinca is a licensed, board-certified Naturopathic Doctor in the province of Ontario. She also holds an honours degree in Kinesiology and has achieved her certification and internship in bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT).You can contact Dr. Olinca at info@drolinca.comor find her on Instagram: @dr.olincaYou can find the full video hosted at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodwinter2026

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 how The Program is designed to help members build the tools they’ll need for maintenance, normalize scale fluctuations, and stop fearing hunger or indulgence. It’s a motivating conversation about consistency, mindset, and why learning to enjoy life along the way is the real win.This is a recording of the Day 43, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at: www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodwinter2026.To learn more about The Livy Method, visit livymethod.com.

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-ins, and foundational supplements discussed earlier this week. Gina emphasizes that The Program works when members keep showing up, and that lasting success comes not just from following The Food Plan, but from addressing the physical and mental factors that influence progress.This is a recording of the Day 39, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at: www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodwinter2026.To learn more about The Livy Method, visit livymethod.com.

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 reaching for “bites of bits,” encouraging self-awareness instead of guilt. With real talk about the damage diet culture has done and why sustainable change requires more than just following a food plan, they reinforce that weight loss is as much mental as it is physical.You can find the full video hosted at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/ginalivymaintenanceandmindfulnessTo learn more about The Livy Method and our Maintenance & Mindfulness group, visit livymethod.com.

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, recovery, and digestion, leaving people feeling bloated, fatigued, and frustrated despite their efforts. Together, they challenge the idea that feeling uncomfortable is just part of getting older and reinforce the importance of getting curious about what your body is trying to communicate.Where to find Dr. Paul:Instagram: @drpaulhrkalwww.paulhrkalnd.com If you are in the Winter 2026 Support Group, you can check out the full video here:https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodwinter2026To learn more about The Livy Method, visit livymethod.com.

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, reassuring conversation that shifts the focus away from blame and quick fixes and toward curiosity, personalization, and understanding what your body actually needs to move forward with confidence.Where to find Dr. Paul:Instagram: @drpaulhrkalwww.paulhrkalnd.com If you are in the Winter 2026 Support Group, you can check out the full video here:https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodwinter2026To learn more about The Livy Method, visit livymethod.com.