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Maintenance & Mindfulness - April 29, 2024 Apr 29, 2024

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Gina Livy's Facebook Live from the Maintenance & Mindfulness group hosted on Facebook. This is the live recording from April 29, 2024. You can find the full video hosted at https://www.facebook.com/groups/ginalivymaintenanceandmindfulness

Topics covered:

Are you in tune?: Sabotage in Maintenance
Routine and getting to the place where you feel your best.
Getting back to feeling good and understanding the things you need to do.
Are you ready? Personalizing The Food Plan or redoing The Program
What is your focus? Are you actually done losing your weight?
Assessing your needs: Capture, Cancel. Correct
Putting time into routine to get better at understanding your needs!
Getting stuck in the weeds of life
Bored with food? what else is happening for you?
Are you overthinking it? Are you eating just salads and protein?

To learn more about The Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com.

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Livy Method Day 8 - Spring/Summer 2024 Apr 29, 2024

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Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Spring/Summer 2024 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 8, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodspringsummer2024

Topics covered:

Be here at the end, this is not a quick fix
Are you bringing your old diet baggage and feels into THIS Program
Coming into Monday after a weekend, how are you feeling?
Setting Intentions and End of Day Reflections
Welcome to our new members, getting started and reviewing the information.
Working through the mental aspect of weight loss and getting reconnected with your body.
What your body can do when you start giving it the resources it needs
Using the scale as a tool and noticing your body change
Working through the layers of self-sabotage, past diets and the mental aspect of this process
Mom guilt; learning to prioritize yourself and fighting to find the time to set yourself up for success.
Learning from your experience of past groups and taking that insight to help you move forward.
Planning ahead; How should you approach your nights out?
Returning members, what do you need to focus on this time around?
How has your weight defined who you are?
Returning members; what you worked on last round may not need to be your focus this round.
Trusting The Process and feeling confident in the things you need to do.
An Overview of The Program and all the things we are going to dive into
Getting to a place where you are calm around food

To learn more about the Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com.

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Livy Method Day 5 - Spring/Summer 2024 Apr 26, 2024

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Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Spring/Summer 2024 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 5, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodspringsummer2024

Topics covered:

Be mindful of planting the seeds of doubt
The importance of focusing on progress over perfection as we get started
Unpacking the baggage of our past dieting history
Utilize all the resources available to support you - the Companion book, Livy Method app and our team in the Facebook Support group
A message to our returning members
Navigating our first weekend of the Spring/Summer Program
Where to find inspiration for meals and snacks
Check out our Livy Loser community at #livylosers on Instagram for amazing member shares
Announcement - 1,000 spots have opened up for the Spring Summer Group!
Reviewing the order of The Food Plan
Starting to understand hunger and our habits
The importance of giving your body what it needs and not going long stretches without eating
The differences between The Livy Method and other dieting methods
How starting our day with apple cider vinegar and/or lemon water affects us
Getting in tune with our wants vs what our body is asking for
Starting to work through our emotions and coping mechanisms
How digestion is impacted when your gall bladder is removed
The effects of the diets we’ve tried over the years
Demographics of the members of our Livy community
Aging, The Livy Method and your sex life!

To learn more about the Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com.

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Livy Method Day 4 - Spring/Summer 2024 Apr 25, 2024

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Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Spring/Summer 2024 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 4, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodspringsummer2024

Topics covered:

Breaking down the basics of Prep Week- how to best utilize the information in the Facebook Support Group and The Livy Method App
Understanding Set Point Theory and how The Livy Method affects it
Tips for finding recipes in the Facebook Support Group and Livy Method App
Announcement - 1,000 additional spots have opened for family and friends
Organizing your fridge to help support your weight loss journey
Where to find our How To videos to support using the app
Tips on how to approach The Program when struggling with things in your life
How to approach and track non-alcoholic drinks, pop and coffee on The Program
Understanding the main reasons the scale can be up
Our guest expert, Dr Beverley David, will be joining us to discuss the psychology of weight loss
Starting to understand feeling hungry after dinner and what our body is really telling us
Starting to understand your body’s patterns and how they affect movement on the scale
How to manage The Program when you’re sick
We will be discussing supplements in the coming weeks - for now, it’s best to focus on implementing The Food Plan
Looking at cravings and starting to understand what our body is really asking for
What hunger is telling us - starting to understand our body’s cues
Understanding your migrating motor complex and hunger
The focus for this week is simple - focus on implementing The Food Plan

To learn more about the Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com.

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Livy Method Day 3 - Spring/Summer 2024 Apr 24, 2024

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Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Spring/Summer 2024 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 3, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodspringsummer2024

Topics covered:

Prep Week is all about setting yourself up for success
This week, focus on following The Food Plan and establishing a routine
The best place to ask questions is on the question of the day post
What Gina means when she says The Program is not a lifestyle
Sustaining weight loss is about more than what you eat
This Program is not about having your cake and eating it too
You may feel great already on Day 3, and you might not. Both are normal
When you are in pursuit of change, you are going to notice change
The similarities between a menstrual cycle and your body releasing fat
There is a lot that goes into this process and a rhyme and a reason for everything
Feeling overwhelmed? Focus on the weekly guidelines to start
Why weight loss is so complicated
What deprivation diets teach your body
The Livy Method works for everyone - you will learn how to make it individual to your needs
How hormones can affect weight loss
We want this to be the last diet you ever do
Think of this Program like a course
The Livy Method App is the easiest way to follow The Program
Your feelings are valid- focus on the basics
Take some time to review the science posts- beginning this Saturday
You can do this! Keep showing up - your body is on your side
How can you frame this process to make it resonate with you?
There is a rhyme and reason to how we roll out the information- you decide what is relevant to you
Focus specifically on The Food Plan this week
Sit with your feelings today and recognize why you’re feeling overwhelmed or stressed
Connecting the dots between your food choices and how you feel
Be sure to check out the discussion with Dr. Deena Kara Shaffer in the Welcome Guide
The importance of getting those leafy greens in - you don’t have to be fancy about it
Looking for meal inspiration? We will be posting recipe Share Pages on Saturday
Try not to compare your journey to someone else’s
How we address portions by listening to the body
The difference between The Livy Method Podcast and the Weighing In With Gina podcast
Give yourself some slack this week and try to have fun with this process!

To learn more about the Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com.

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Livy Method Day 2 - Spring/Summer 2024 Apr 23, 2024

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Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Spring/Summer 2024 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 2, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodspringsummer2024

Topics covered:

We're all about progress over perfection around here!
Using all of the resources available to you: Livy Method App, Facebook Support Group, Program Guide.
Keeping meals and snacks simple & delicious: Check out the Recipe Guide and, later this week, our Member Share Pages.
The Lives are not mandatory. They are a great place to connect with other members and go deeper into the process.
Water: It's not about more and more; it's about drinking enough to be hydrated.
Setting intentions at the start of the day and reviewing at the end of the day is a great routine to get into.
Portions will naturally adjust by consistently giving the body what and when it needs it.
Breads, pastas, and flours: here's what you need to know.
Condiments are a great way to add flavour and nutrients to your meals.
Yes! You can have cheese!
The body does not need help detoxing but it does need support when in detox.
Supporting the body in detox and detox symptoms you will want to look out for.
Here's a quick way to find the Live in the Facebook Support Group.
Gina shares her background and history that led her to be a weight loss expert.
"Diet industry got it wrong"
What maintenance has to do with losing weight.
It's about bringing awareness to the choices made, not made, and why we've made them.
"Self-savage"
Continual learning and The Livy Way.
Why are you here? Creating a powerful why is a potent way to stay on track with this process.
Taco Analogy
How you frame the program for yourself matters to your motivation to keep on showing up.
Reflect on your diet history to bring awareness to where you've been and where you are at today.
It's not about blind faith. It will take time to trust this process.
There are benefits to drinking lemon water and apple cider vinegar but neither are make or break!
Meeting your body where it is at and using a sickness protocol when you are not well.
Remember to post your question on the Question of the Day post at the top of the group! Visit our new Livy Method Podcast to listen to recordings of the Lives.

To learn more about the Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com.

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Maintenance & Mindfulness - April 22, 2024 Apr 22, 2024

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Gina Livy's Facebook Live from the Maintenance & Mindfulness group hosted on Facebook. This is the live recording from April 22, 2024. You can find the full video hosted at https://www.facebook.com/groups/ginalivymaintenanceandmindfulness

Topics covered:

Welcome to our new members in maintenance!
Let’s talk about the second stage of Finally & Forever
How to navigate the information in the M&M group
Discussing the third stage of Finally & Forever (Testing the Waters)
The best way to navigate being a member of both the weight loss group and M&M
How to use The Livy Method app in maintenance
Weigh In Wednesday is back with a new live this Wednesday
Gina shares her weight loss journey
How long does it take until making good choices becomes second nature?
Being self-aware and remaining mindful means you don’t gain weight without noticing
Examining the differences between the European and North American lifestyle
The difference between the weight loss mindset and the maintenance mindset
What Living the Livy Way means
Getting to a place where you recognize that your old habits are no longer serving you
Why Gina is never afraid of gaining the weight back
Once you reach your goal weight, it is normal for your weight to fluctuate
Discussing the two options for solidifying your weight
If a certain food triggers you, explore the “why” behind it
Reflecting on your choices is part of the maintenance journey
What testing the waters looks like
Reasons why your weight can be up that don’t have anything to do with food
Advice for following The Food Plan while on vacation
Is weight loss the same as fat loss?
The Livy Method puts you so in tune with your body’s needs that you will know if something isn’t right
Why building muscle is important, especially as we age
Make sure you are super clear on your plan for maintenance moving forward

To learn more about The Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com.

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Livy Method Day 1 - Spring/Summer 2024 Apr 22, 2024

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Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Spring/Summer 2024 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 1, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodspringsummer2024

Topics covered:

Welcome to The Program and the daily live!
Gina’s advice for new members
The Livy Method app is an amazing tool and compliment to The Program
The idea is to do as many rounds as you need to lose your weight
The Program is meant to be followed for all 91 days and takes into account travel and off days
How to navigate the Guides in the Facebook Support Group
Have you ordered your copy of the Companion Book?
Returning members: dive right in with fresh eyes!
If you are a new member- take this first week to get comfortable with the information
Take some time to reflect on your diet history and why you’re here
What makes The Livy Method different
You cannot combine The Livy Method with any other diet
Our mission is to help every single member make it across the finish line
Be sure to watch the discussion with Dr. Deena from last week
The daily Lives are a great opportunity to connect with other members
If you ask a question, you will always receive a response from our Program Specialists
There are different seasons of your life and sometimes life gets in the way
The way that you lose weight matters
Having support throughout this process is important- our team is here for you!
It is possible to struggle at times and still be successful
For now, just focus on The Food Plan
It’s Day 1- you don’t have to be perfect
Why protein shakes/smoothies aren’t ideal
Gina keeps it real and is committed to helping you succeed
The Livy Method is not a quick fix, but you can lose weight quickly
Check out The Food Plan guide- take some time to read the posts
You do not have to buy anything extra on this Program
If your question isn’t answered, post it on the question of the day post
What’s a Livy Loser?!
You can have your coffee/tea however you like
The benefits of starting the day with lemon water
Why Gina isn’t a fan of artificial sweeteners
It’s all about choices- you don’t have to eliminate anything
The Program is about understanding the choices you’re making and how they’re affecting you
You will get in tune with your wants vs. your body’s needs
All the Facebook Lives are available on The Livy Method Podcast
If you’re a new member, try not to feel overwhelmed- ask as many questions as you need!

To learn more about the Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com.

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Livy Method Day 91 - Winter 2024 Apr 09, 2024

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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/livymethodwinter2024

Topics 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 out
Today 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 tracker
The 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 22nd
Supporting members on getting clear on plans between groups
Sharing our survey results!
The Program is effective for all ages! Here’s our demographic breakdown
There were 50 countries represented this group and the top 5 were: Canada, US, UK, Mexico and Australia
Engagement in the Facebook group and Livy AI this round
Survey responses
Youngest member was 18, the eldest member was 85
Member satisfaction
We want to hear from all members to hear their feedback
Health issues
At what point in The Program did members start losing weight
When members started noticing changes in their bodies
The top non-scale victories shared
Community
Top elements that were most helpful to weight loss journey
Discussing what makes The Livy Method different - it’s a guided process
Confidence in Weight Loss Journey
How did members interact with The Program
New podcast announcement!
77% found access to The Program through the podcast helpful
68% access Lives through the podcast
Quotes shared by members from the survey
Discussions happening in the obesity industry and from the Obesity Summit
Final weight Loss stats, out of 2,469 respondents
Thank you to our incredible guest experts and the companies that have partnered with Weight Loss By Gina
A 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 Gina
Final advice on wrapping up this group and heading to the next round

To learn more about the Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com.

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Livy Method Day 89 - Winter 2024 Apr 09, 2024

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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/livymethodwinter2024

Topics covered:

Lots of feels at the end of The Program- how are you feeling?
Learning to prioritize yourself without feeling guilty
The new book will be ready soon!
Moving forward, there will only be one companion book
How to use the app in between groups
Be sure to join the Facebook Support Group for Spring/Summer
What to do if you didn’t see the results you wanted this Program
Gina and Tony will be live on Sunday at 10am EST
The break between groups is a great opportunity to start a new routine
Vacations are important to de-stress
How to approach the Spring/Summer Program as a returning member with fresh eyes
Your body is changing drastically- try your clothes on sooner than later
There are many options for donating your old clothes
We are working on a Livy Method workbook!
Gina’s experience working in gyms and sales
The break in between groups is the perfect time to personalize the plan and use BOT
We have some fun things in the works- stay tuned!
Make sure you feel confident in next steps- ask as many questions as you need
Setting yourself up for success in the next group
Thank you for asking questions, commenting, and sharing about your journey
Remember to fill out the end of program survey and enter the Livy Loser giveaway
Why spring is a great time to lose weight
Take this time to revisit the guest expert segments on sleep
What information to take with you to the doctor
Be proud of yourself and check out the celebrate and inspire post
Where to find Gina in between groups

To learn more about the Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com.

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