Next|Health Forefront Podcast Series - Ep #15 - Being Your Own Healthcare Advocate with Gabby Reece

In today’s episode we welcome Gabby Reece to the show. Gabrielle Reece is a world-renowned athlete, New York Times bestselling author, wife and mother. At 6’ 3” the former professional beach volleyball player and first female spokeswoman for NIKE, is the true definition of both athleticism and feminine beauty. Gabby’s commanding presence, passion for healthy living and fitness expertise makes her a popular leader in the world of health and wellness.
Gabby Reece is the creator of HIGHX Training, the host of the "Breaking Ordinary Podcast” and co-owns the company “Laird’s Superfood” with her husband Laird Hamilton.
In this episode, you’ll hear Gabby tell us about how she got her start in professional volleyball and why she has dedicated her life to health and fitness.
Key Takeaway: The only one who is going to take care of you… is you! Investing in healthy life practices, wellness routines and consistent exercise not only will prolong your life and beauty, but it will lead you to have a more enjoyable, positive outlook on life. With a little education, some reverence for your primal self and a whole lot of dedication; you can take control of your life and create the best version of yourself.
 
Highlights:
Gabby’s start in professional volleyball
Balancing being a Mom and having a career in today’s world
Self care is about being healthy and vital. Its a long-term investment
“The best accessory is a smile and a firm ass”
You have to be your own healthcare advocate and take control of your maintenance/prevention.
Setting health priorities
Staying connected to your primal side
Mitochondrial health
Ancient breathing exercises
Sleep’s impact on your hormones
What you MUST do for your body before you consider plastic surgery
NAD
Gabby’s morning routine and Laird’s coffee
 
Quote: “All the best things I learned about my body were because I was injured…. It’s when something isn’t good…that you say ‘let’s take a look at this.’ ”–Gabby Reece
 
Next|Heath:
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Making the Cut: https://www.drshah.com/making-the-cut.html
 
Gabby Reece
Website: https://www.gabriellereece.com/
www.gabbyandlaird.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabbyreece/?hl=en
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialGabbyReece
Twitter: https://twitter.com/gabbyreece
Book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Foot-Too-Big-Glass-Slipper/dp/1451692668/ref=asc_df_1451692668/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=241983376253&hvpos=1o2&hvnetw=g&hvrand=15013859540567107721&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9031351&hvtargid=pla-522053266204&psc=1
 
Laird Superfood®-Clean Plant-Based Creamers, Coconut Waters, and Coffee Website: https://lairdsuperfood.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lairdsuperfood/