Liv Lighter with Gina

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Livy Method Day 22 - Winter 2024 Apr 05, 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 22, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodwinter2024

Topics covered:

It’s Week 3 and we haven’t even tried to lose weight yet
Using the 4 Steps of Mindful Eating to get in tune with your portions
How was your weekend?
What is your mindset? Are you missing the point of The Livy Method?
We’re talking sleep with our guest experts this week
The difference between the scale being up and gaining weight
If the scale is up after the weekend, it’s time to have a real conversation with yourself
Building the mind-body connection takes practice
Have you read the Science Saturday posts yet?
The 3 reasons why people gain weight back
Resistance training and menopause
The goal is to get to a place where you can indulge and move forward
The importance of owning your decisions and reflecting
You don’t have to like it- do it anyway- embrace being uncomfortable
The importance of looking at the big picture and using the Maximizing Your Efforts checklist
Going deeper and examining the reasons behind your behaviour
Week 3 is not the time to worry about the scale
Why we want plateaus
There is so much to be learned from indulging
Working through your issues and associations instead of avoiding them
Why Week 3 is exciting
There is still lots to learn
We are having a Hot Flash sale Feb. 5th

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Maintenance & Mindfulness Live with Dr. Paul Hrkal, ND - January 26, 2024 Apr 05, 2024

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In this special edition of Maintenance and Mindfulness Live Gina Livy talks with Naturopathic Doctor Paul Hrkal. This is the live recording from January 26, 2024. You can find the full video hosted at https://www.facebook.com/groups/ginalivymaintenanceandmindfulness

Topics covered:

Do we need to keep taking supplements now that we are in Maintenance?
Let's talk about the basic supplements that can be helpful when in maintenance.
Vitamin D - Are you taking enough or deficient? Get tested to really know your levels.
When it comes to calcium, here's what you need to know.
Thinking about adding in Vitamin K2? Here are some ways to introduce this into your supplement routine.
What about taking Magnesium and the different types of magnesium available?
Omega 3: In maintenance, you may want to look at the type and amount to get the desired effects.
Omega 6 (GLA) and Evening Primrose - Dr Paul breaks down the nuances of using this.
Wondering about seed oils? Let's discuss sources, processing, and benefits.
What about using prebiotics and probiotics ongoing?
Genetics, early childhood, and the predetermination of our microbiome over our lifetime.
In Maintenance, you want to get more personalized about your supplements based on your new goals.
Now that you've lost the weight, do you still need to be on those medications?
Life happens: Know the obstacles that set you back.
Health is not a checklist: we need to stay on top of health, not just check it off a list.
If you missed the conversation with Dr. Paul on Tuesday, check out the Weigh In with Gina Podcast.
Where to find Dr. Paul Hrkal - http://www.paulhrkalnd.com/ and on Instagram @drpaulhrkal

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

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Let's Talk Pelvic Health with Registered Physiotherapist Erin Degagne - Winter 2024 Apr 05, 2024

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In this Guest Expert episode, Gina talks pelvic health with Registered Physiotherapist Erin DeGagne.

You can find the full video hosted at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodwinter2024

Topics covered:

Introducing Erin Degagne
How does pelvic health affect both men and women?
What is pelvic health?
How does pelvic health factor into weight loss?
How to know if you have underlying pelvic health issues?
How symptoms present in men and women
Reasons you should seek a pelvic physiotherapist
Should everyone be doing Kegels?
How long should we be holding our urine?
Bladder retraining
What happens at your pelvic physiotherapist appointment?
What are some things that people can do to address their pelvic health?
Tips for retraining your bladder
How your lifestyle can affect your pelvic health
The difference between pelvic tension and weakness
How diaphragmatic breathing can help your pelvic floor
The difference between regular breathing and diaphragmatic breathing
Things you can do to help Nocturia (waking up in the night to urinate)
Water and pelvic health
How much of our day should we set aside for stretches and breath work @32:30
How to do a proper Kegel @34:38
The impact weight gain and weight loss have on your pelvic health
How menopause can affect your pelvic health
Bowel movements and your pelvic floor
How posture can affect your pelvic health
How long should a bowel movement take?
When should people seek out a pelvic health physiotherapist or doctor
Seeing a pelvic health physiotherapist can be life-changing!
What is a UROSPOT?
Where to find Erin Degagne:

https://pelvichealthsolutions.ca/ (Find a local pelvic physiotherapist)

www.lakecountryphysio.com (Erin's clinic)

Follow Erin on Instagram: @squats.and.margs

Tips for seeking out a physiotherapist

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Let's Talk Navigating the Information with Dr. Deena Kara Shaffer Apr 05, 2024

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Gina chats with best-selling author and learning expert Dr. Deena Kara Shaffer about effectively navigating all of the information. You can find the full video hosted at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodwinter2024

Topics covered:

Introducing Dr. Deena Kara Shaffer
How do we make time and space for ourselves to reach our Finally & Forever goals
How to prioritize yourself without feeling overwhelmed
How to get comfortable with making these changes
How to unlearn old habits and create new ones
Rebuilding Trust comes with practice
Learning and unlearning information
Working on old habits and creating new ones
How to manage the frustration that comes up when you don’t see immediate change
Tips for returning members: Approaching the program with a beginner’s mind
Tips for remembering and absorbing the information
Reaching out for help can be life-changing
Community care – lean into the community
Switching your internal dialogue
Dr. Deena Kara Shaffer’s final words for the Livy Loser Community
Where to find Dr. Deena Kara Shaffer @awakenedlearning

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Maintenance & Mindfulness Weigh In Wednesday - January 24, 2024 Apr 05, 2024

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Gina Livy's Facebook Live from the Maintenance & Mindfulness group hosted on Facebook. This is the live recording of Weigh In Wednesday from January 24, 2024. You can find the full video hosted at https://www.facebook.com/groups/ginalivymaintenanceandmindfulness

Topics covered:

Welcome and introducing Debbie Boyce
What does being consistent look like in Maintenance for you?
Debbie chats about her consistencies and her habits
Consistency is key: Defining consistency and setting your intentions
Maximizing in Maintenance with Debbie, and keeping yourself in check
Maximizing is so much more than what you are eating, and when
Bringing your awareness to how you are feeling and what things you can work on that will have an impact
Defining Maximizing: What CAN you do realistically to maximize your efforts? it doesn't mean doing ALL the things
Making tweaks to adjust to the seasons and the weather
Do you need to weigh yourself every day in Maintenance?
Goal: getting so in tune with yourself that you don't need to step on the scale
If the scale is still bringing up feels, then there may still be more work to be done
Non-scale Victories: finding joy in the little victories
Dr. Paul Hrkal Friday, Jan 26th @12pm: talking about supplements after weight loss

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Livy Method Day 17 - Winter 2024 Apr 05, 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 17, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodwinter2024

Topics covered:

Can you mix your Natural Calm with collagen
A quick review of the conversation with Dr. Paul
What brands should you buy? Heath food stores and pharmacies are great resources
When to take what supplement? Make a schedule for yourself
Natural Calm magnesium when to take depending on what benefit you need
Updates on the goals of the Livy Method app and what our team is working on
Livy AI how to use it through the app
Bovine versus marine collagen, which one is best for how you want to benefit?
Giving your body time to catch up to the changes you are making
Do as many rounds as you need to reach your goal weight
4-step process to reach your Finally and Forever
The difference between asking questions in Livy AI vs asking questions to our team in the Facebook Group
The importance of having your WHY! and building your house
How to find the LIVES as we manage the glitches in Facebook for the next few days
The connection between what is going on with your skin and going through detox
Dr. Rice will be chatting about skin later in the group, so stay tuned
How important is it for you to follow The Food Plan as it is designed
This is not a quick fix, and how to navigate all the information and focus on what is relevant to you
Dr. Deena Kara Shaffer and how to get started and get organized
Normalizing the fluctuations you see on the scale
Tuning into the LIVE and posting your questions on the Question of the Day page
Returning members and getting motivated, what can you do? Make a plan for yourself
The difference between all the magnesium supplements, why we suggest the Natural Calm
Hormones adjusting as you work through your weight loss journey, stay tuned for the Dr. Olinca segment
The verbiage we use around dieting, feeling in-tune versus being in control
When to take your supplements? check out the Let's Talk Supplements post for some suggestions
Losing your weight in a way that you can enjoy food again and easily maintain your weight

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Let's Talk Supplements with Dr. Paul Hrkal, ND - Winter 2024 Apr 05, 2024

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In this live segment, Gina chats about supplements with Dr. Paul Hrkal, ND. Gina and Dr. Paul discuss the supplements that can help support you in your weight loss journey and help level up your health.

If you are in the Winter 2024 Support Group, you can check out the full video here:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodwinter2024

Topics covered:

Introducing Dr. Paul Hrkal (@drpaulhrkal, www.paulhrkalnd.com) and talking about getting started in the New Year
Choose goals that you can sustain even through the tough times, and make them achievable
Introduction to Naturopathic medicine and integrating health systems
How supplements can be very beneficial and help you get healthier
The significant differences between the quality of products
What if you can not take any supplements? Can you still be successful
Vitamin D: What happens if you are deficient in it, and are you getting enough?
How do you know if you need it? Where do you start?
Seeking out good quality products and how do you know it's working for you?
Fortified foods versus supplementation
Which supplements should be taken with food?
When should you start incorporating supplements, and which ones should you begin with?
Dr. Paul Supplement hierarchy, where to start, and what is typical for prevention
How it all comes together: diet, supplements
Magnesium is one of the most common mineral deficiencies; what does it do in your body?
What are the different forms of magnesium, and when should they be taken?
Omega 3: Where to get them and why they are important.
Probiotics & Prebiotics: Gut health is so important to general health
Pro and Prebiotics, what do they both do, and should you take them together?
Collagen: a functional food; what role does it play in your body?
What form to take your collagen in, powder, pills or liquid
What are the broad-spectrum benefits of supplements?
Are you getting any benefits from gummy vitamins?
Apple cider vinegar and lemon water benefit balancing blood sugar and promote digestive function
Digestive Bitters promote your own digestive function. Should you be taking them?
AG1: What are Dr. Paul's thoughts and the psychology of taking supplements and getting focused on your health
AG1: good functional food but may not offer therapeutic benefit

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Maintenance & Mindfulness - January 22, 2024 Apr 05, 2024

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

Topics covered:

Discussing the 4 Stages of The Livy Method
Maintaining your weight during different seasons of your life
Dr. Paul will be joining us on Friday
The importance of maximizing in maintenance
How mindfulness continues to be key
How consistency relates to maintenance
Losing weight is often easier than maintaining
Weighing yourself every day isn’t going to help you maintain your weight
Learning to use the scale differently to help build trust in your body
Triggers show you what you need to work through
Dealing with people’s reactions to your weight loss
It’s normal to be sick of talking about your weight loss
When you know better you can do better

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Livy Method Day 15 - Winter 2024 Apr 05, 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 15, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodwinter2024

Topics covered:

Reflecting on weekends on The Program
Let’s normalize the scale not moving yet
The importance of plateaus
The signs of detox
How to change your mentality when reflecting
Weight loss is based on momentum
Gina’s thoughts on Ozempic
Why “quick fix” diets don’t work
The importance of showing up for yourself every day and doing the work
Taking a pill doesn’t allow you to lose weight in a healthy way
How supplements can help you maximize
Doing the things you need to even when you don’t want to makes all the difference
University of Ottawa is studying the success of The Livy Method
The importance of the deeper inner work of The Program
We want you to enjoy your life
Maximizing isn’t just “doing all the things”
We have some exciting conversations coming up with our guest experts

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Livy Method Day 12 - Winter 2024 Apr 05, 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 12, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodwinter2024

Topics covered:

How to feel calm and confident rolling into the weekend
Tracking with the Livy Method app and how it’s different than counting, measuring and weighing
Things you’re going to notice as you start to settle into the routine of The Program and get used to eating nutrient-rich food more frequently
Addressing portions and the changing needs of the body each day
Determining our hunger levels, when we’re satisfied and getting in tune with what we need
The different ways we feel before the scale starts to move
At this point in The Program we are focusing on building a really strong foundation to build from rather than weight loss
We will be discussing the basic supplements that can be supportive in your weight loss journey with Naturopath Dr. Paul
Looking at maximizing, and areas that we can focus on to get to our goals sooner
Dehydration and how water affects us. Understanding the signals our body is sending us as we build a stronger mind-body connection
We’re going to be talking about poop around here! How The Program affects it and how our body is functioning
Birthdays, holidays and having the treats! Making choices and addressing how we feel about them. Changing our mindset and the self-talk associated with indulging
Taking a look at fibre, prebiotics and probiotics and determining what’s best for you
Cravings, triggers and associations - learning more about the choices we make and how they affect us
We’ll be talking about Ozempic next week - stay tuned!

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

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