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Navigate life's biggest challenges and unlock your full potential with former professional athlete and wellness advocate Gabby Reece as she dives deep with leading experts in health, nutrition, fitness, relationships, and business. Gabby cuts through the noise to deliver clear, actionable insights and realistic takeaways you can implement immediately to live a healthier, stronger, and more fulfilling life.

  1. 1H AGO

    Dominique Sachse Gets Honest About Divorce, Identity, and Finding Love Again

    Reinvention is a word that gets thrown around a lot. Dominique Sachse would call it a misread. I sit down with Dominique, Emmy Award-winning broadcast journalist, YouTube creator, author of Life Makeover, and host of Over 50 & Flourishing, to talk about what it actually takes to rebuild your identity in midlife, why letting go of control is not weakness, and how curiosity might be the most underrated tool any of us have. After 28 years anchoring the news in Houston, Dominique walked away from a pension, a 401k, and a career identity she built from scratch, all while navigating a divorce and building an entrepreneurial brand from the ground up. This conversation goes deep on the psychological cost of high achievement, why driven women often end up lonely in their relationships, and what it looks like to build a life that holds up over time. What We Explore: - Why "reinvention" is the wrong frame, and how thinking of life as an unfolding rather than a reset changes everything about how you make hard decisions. - How the same traits that make you exceptional at work will slowly hollow out your relationships, and what it looks like to finally course-correct without losing your edge. - Why curiosity is the skill that keeps midlife from becoming a holding pattern, in love, in identity, and in every conversation you are scared to start. - What the need for control actually costs you, and why the highest-performing women are often the ones who feel most invisible inside their own homes. - How to approach aging, appearance, and the "how much is too much" question without losing yourself in the process. Chapter: 00:00 Intro 03:00 Why Female Broadcasters Get Judged on Appearance First 09:05 Leaving Security Behind: Career, Divorce, and Starting Over 13:46 Midlife Women Are Craving Simplicity. Here Is Why. 18:38 Curiosity: The Skill That Keeps Midlife Moving Forward 25:00 Why High-Achieving Women Struggle in Relationships 29:40 Building a Faith-First Marriage That Actually Works 34:32 Why Too Much Polish Becomes Its Own Prison 39:43 How to Heal After Divorce: Journaling, Therapy, Patterns 46:09 What Minimum Wage Jobs Teach Kids About Life 49:09 Using Beauty and Style to Break Identity Attachments 52:42 Why Other People React When You Dare to Change 57:00 Aging Honestly: Lifestyle First, Then Decide What Else About Dominique Sachse: Dominique Sachse spent nearly three decades as an Emmy Award-winning broadcast journalist and anchor at KPRC in Houston, Texas. She launched her YouTube beauty and lifestyle channel in 2014 and built a community of nearly one million women who trust her to show up honestly about the real texture of midlife. She is the author of Life Makeover: Embrace the Bold, Beautiful and Blessed You and the host of the podcast Over 50 & Flourishing. Her work sits at the intersection of faith, identity, beauty, and honest self-examination, and she is one of the more grounded voices doing it at scale. Connect with Dominique Sachse: Website: https://dominiquesachse.tv/who-i-am/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dominiquesachse/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dominiquesachsetv TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dominiquesachse 🎟️: Don’t miss your chance to experience the Behind the Curtain tour LIVE! Grab your tickets now before they’re gone! Get yours here: https://linktr.ee/over50flourishing – The Gabby Reece Show This is where I have real conversations with the people I find most worth listening to: scientists, athletes, coaches, parents, and thinkers who are doing the hard work of building a life that holds up over time. No hacks. No quick fixes. Just honest, practical conversations about performance, longevity, relationships, and what it actually takes to show up well at every age. If you are here, you probably already know that health is not a destination. It is how you live. I am glad you are along for it. Connect with Gabby Reece: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabbyreece/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gabbyreeceofficial Website: https://gabriellereece.com Produced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    1h 3m

  2. APR 20

    TEAM USA OLYMPIAN: How Chari Hawkins Trained Her Mind to Reach Paris After Years of Falling Short

    Most people watch the Olympics and see the result. Chari Hawkins lived two and a half decades of work to get there, and almost didn't make it. I sit down with US Olympian and world-class heptathlete Chari Hawkins for a wide-ranging conversation about what it actually takes to build mental toughness from scratch, compete at the highest level with a broken heart, and figure out who you are when the sport is no longer the whole answer. This is not a highlight reel conversation. Chari is honest about the panic attacks, the identity crises, the years of therapy, the breakdowns under a tent at track meets, and the visualization breakthrough that got her to the 2024 Paris Olympics. She's also sharp, curious, and deeply thoughtful about what sport teaches you about life, not the other way around. If you've ever had to do hard things while scared, this one is for you. What we explore: Why tying your identity to a single role, athlete, title, achievement, sets you up for a crisis the moment it ends.How Chari used a three-word visualization framework to silence the fear before the race that got her to Paris.Why mental toughness is not a personality trait, and what the actual work of building it looks like under pressure.What not winning a World Championship medal gave her that a podium finish never could have.How competition-day nutrition, breathwork, and sleep tools function as a performance system, and what happens when you get them wrong.Chapter: 00:00 Intro 01:35 Why Competing Can Disconnect You From Yourself 10:56 Why She Chose the Heptathlon 16:49 How to Learn New Skills Faster Than Everyone Else 21:31 Sports Psychology Tools That Actually Work 36:28 How to Support Someone After Failure 49:25 The “See, Feel, Trust” Performance Technique 01:00:10 Parenting, Discipline, and Mental Strength 01:12:41 Peak Performance and Age in the Olympics 01:24:05 Bouncing Back After a Devastating Moment 01:34:46 What Losing Teaches You That Winning Can’t 01:36:54 What Athletes Eat on Competition Day 01:47:08 Balancing Training, Recovery, and Performance 01:51:05 A 30-Day Plan to Build Mental Strength 02:00:22 Sprint Training Mindset and Workouts 02:11:17 Overcoming Injury Fear and Recovery 02:17:33 Sleep, Travel, and Mental Recovery Tools 02:28:46 Future Goals and Final Lessons  About Chari Hawkins Chari Hawkins is a US Olympic heptathlete who competed at the 2024 Paris Olympics. One of the most mentally transparent athletes in track and field, she has spent over 20 years competing at the world-class level across seven events, from the 100 hurdles to the 800m, and has become as well known for her openness about the mental side of sport as she has for her performance. She is based in Utah and trains alongside her husband CJ, who serves as both her training partner and one of her closest sources of perspective. Connect with Chari Hawkins Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_charihawkins/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@_charihawkins  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_charihawkins  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChariTrack  X: https://x.com/_charihawkins  Produced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    2h 35m

  3. APR 13

    The Doing, Not the Getting | Kris Gethin on True Motivation

    There’s a difference between looking strong… and actually being resilient. In this conversation, I sat down with Kris Gethin—someone who has spent decades pushing the limits of performance, recovery, and discipline. But what stood out to me isn’t just how hard he trains. It’s how clearly he understands that real strength isn’t just physical. It’s mental. It’s behavioral. And it’s built through the small decisions we make every day. Kris didn’t come into this world through a perfect path. He found training through injury, through losing his identity, and through having to rebuild himself from the ground up. And that’s really what this conversation is about. Not optimization for the sake of looking better. But using discipline as a way to stabilize your life. In this episode, we cover: Why doing hard things first thing in the morning changes your entire day The difference between physical strength and mental capacity How community—not just programming—is what actually drives long-term change Why most people struggle to change even when they want to The role of identity in building (or breaking) consistency How nutrition, sleep, and environment shape your ability to perform The balance between intensity and recovery And what it really means to be “harder to kill” A bigger takeaway A lot of people are chasing performance, success, or some version of “better.” But if your system—your sleep, your stress, your habits—isn’t aligned… Everything feels harder than it should. Kris has a very direct way of saying it: Do the hard things first. Build resilience. And stop negotiating with yourself. CONNECT Follow & Connect with Gabby Reece Website: gabriellereece.com Instagram: @gabbyreece Podcast: The Gabby Reece Show Follow & Connect with Kris Gethin Website: krisgethin.com Instagram: @krisgethin Programs & Coaching: Available through his website and training platforms Supplements: Unmatched Supps Episode Sponsors: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code GABBYREECE at https://www.oneskin.co/GABBYREECE #oneskinpod Support your cells and how you age with Mitopure® Gummies from Timeline. Visit timeline.com/GABBY to up to 39% off your Mitopure® Gummies. Save 25% on your first month at Ritual.com/GABBY. Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Produced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    1h 26m

  4. APR 6

    Your Body Is Home to Millions of Bacterial Pilots | feat. Anders Corbett

    In this episode, I talk with Anders Corbett, microbiome researcher and founder of Craft Microbiome, about how the bacteria living inside us may be influencing far more than we realize — from performance and recovery to cognition, mood, and long-term health. Anders’ journey into microbiome science started at Harvard Medical School, where he sequenced his own microbiome as a former elite rower. What he discovered sparked a much bigger question: do elite athletes carry different microbial patterns than the rest of us? That curiosity led him to study Olympic athletes, UFC fighters, NBA players, endurance competitors, and high-performing executives — identifying how certain bacterial strains correlate with inflammation control, lactate metabolism, testosterone signaling, VO₂ capacity, and stress resilience. In this conversation, we explore the rapidly evolving science of the microbiome and human performance, including: • How the microbiome shifts before and after elite competition • Inflammation-reducing bacteria found in endurance athletes • Growth-hormone–associated strains identified in sprinters • Gut changes after concussive and non-concussive hits • The gut-brain axis and its impact on mood and decision-making • How bacteria influence dopamine and serotonin production • Microbiome changes that tend to happen around 40 and again around 60 • Epigenetics and how microbes may turn genes on or off • Why sunlight, soil exposure, and environment matter for microbial health • How stress reshapes bacterial populations in the gut • The future of performance-focused probiotic formulations We also talk about something many of us overlook: how modern life — sterile environments, limited food diversity, chronic stress, antibiotics, travel, and poor sleep — may be reducing microbial diversity and resilience. Anders shares practical ways to begin supporting your microbiome even if you’re not a professional athlete — including simple shifts that may improve sleep, digestion, recovery, focus, and energy. This conversation bridges cutting-edge science with something more timeless: the idea that our bodies are ecosystems. And it raises a deeper question worth considering: Who’s really in charge — you or your gut? CONNECT WITH ANDERS Craft Microbiome https://craftmicrobiome.com (Custom microbiome sequencing and consultations available) CONNECT WITH ME Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabbyreece YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GabbyReece If you enjoyed this conversation, please subscribe, leave a review, and share the episode with someone who might benefit from it. Your support helps us keep these conversations going. Produced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    1h 41m

  5. MAR 30

    Why Arielle Lorre Finally Got Sober After Years of Struggling

    In this episode, I sit down with Ariel Lorre to talk about something that I think a lot of people quietly wrestle with — how you rebuild your life when you realize the path you’re on isn’t working. Ariel shares her story of addiction, recovery, and what it actually takes to change—not just externally, but internally. From the outside, she had what most people would consider a stable, even ideal upbringing. But internally, she felt disconnected, uncomfortable in her own skin, and constantly searching for something to quiet that noise. What started as a way to feel more at ease eventually turned into a decade-long struggle with addiction. We talk about: Why addiction doesn’t always look the way people expect The role sensitivity plays in both struggle and healing How alcohol and drugs can become a form of self-regulation What it actually takes to get sober—and why timing matters The “gift of desperation” and hitting a true turning point Rebuilding trust with yourself and others The concept of living amends and earning your way forward through action How to begin discovering who you are when everything familiar is stripped away The difference between self-improvement and control Navigating beauty, aging, and identity in a world that constantly tells you to fix yourself Ariel also shares how meditation, curiosity, and learning to sit with herself became foundational in her recovery—and how that process continues to evolve. This conversation is really about identity, honesty, and permission. Permission to change. Permission to not have it all figured out. And permission to become someone new. Produced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    1h 20m

  6. MAR 23

    What Chinese Medicine Understands About Health That We’ve Forgotten | feat. Jiaming Ju

    In this episode, I talk with Jiaming Ju, a practitioner of Chinese medicine and a health economist whose work sits at the intersection of traditional medicine, modern health challenges, and the pressures of high-performance living. Jiaming works with a wide range of patients — from Olympic athletes and artists to CEOs and young women navigating hormonal health. What she sees in her practice is something we don’t talk about enough: the hidden cost of performance. From the outside, many of these people look like the healthiest in the room. They’re disciplined, driven, and successful. But internally, many of them are struggling with hormonal disruption, autoimmune issues, digestive problems, chronic stress, and burnout. In our conversation, we explore some of the patterns Jiaming sees again and again in her patients, and how Chinese medicine approaches health differently than the symptom-based model most of us are used to. Instead of looking at isolated diagnoses, Chinese medicine asks a bigger question: what patterns are happening in the body as a whole? Together we talk about: • Why elite athletes — especially female athletes — often struggle with hormonal disruption • The psychological pressure that comes with high performance and identity • The rise of autoimmune diseases and thyroid disorders • Why digestion and gut health are often at the center of chronic illness • The emotional patterns that can show up in physical symptoms • ADHD and how Chinese medicine interprets attention, energy, and focus • The connection between eating disorders and hormonal health • Fertility challenges and the growing reliance on IVF • How stress and modern life may be pushing many bodies out of balance • The relationship between emotional suppression and physical illness • Skin health, beauty, and what they may reveal about internal health We also talk about something that doesn’t get enough space in medical conversations: how people make decisions when facing serious diagnoses. Jiaming shares why she encourages patients to slow down when possible, ask deeper questions, and consider the broader picture of their health before rushing into fear-based decisions. This conversation is ultimately about something bigger than any single diagnosis. It’s about how we live, how we handle pressure, and how we listen — or don’t listen — to the signals our bodies are constantly sending us. For me, it was a reminder that health is rarely about one thing. It’s about the system we’re living in — physically, emotionally, and culturally. CONNECT WITH JIAMING Website https://khealth.com Instagram @byjiamingju Blood Tonic formula Available through her website CONNECT WITH ME Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gabbyreece YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@GabbyReece If you enjoyed this conversation, please subscribe, rate, and share the episode with someone who might benefit from it. Your support helps us keep these conversations going. Produced by Dear Media The Gabby Reece Show is produced by Dear Media. Produced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    1h 22m

  7. MAR 16

    Forget Motivation, Do This Instead | feat. Light Watkins

    In this episode, I'm joined by best-selling author, kenote speaker, and presence expert, Light Watkins to discuss living more in the moment, releasing attachment to conventional goal setting, and defining success as presence and gratitude rather than comfort or material markers. Drawing from his book The Year You Transform and a yearlong program of seven-day challenges, he explains the “tortoise approach” to personal growth: small, consistent actions that fit real life, build self-trust, and reduce nervous-system strain. We explore choosing manageable discomfort, designing environments to avoid self-sabotage, and how radical accountability can provide ultimate motivation for self improvement to help you accomplish your goals. Chapters: 00:00 Accountability Check Hack 00:17 Nomad Life Update 01:45 Gratitude for Presence 04:46 Success vs Comfort Trap 06:29 Choose Small Discomforts 09:14 Tortoise Approach Basics 11:06 Habit Stacking Pushups 13:09 Why Seven Days Works 15:26 Discipline Blind Spots 20:01 Outside Advice and Validation 23:01 Sponsor Break Timeline 25:21 No Complaining Challenge 27:48 Complaints to Compliments 29:23 Curiosity Over Conflict 29:49 Meditation For Busy Minds 31:11 Mind As An Ally 33:58 Pro Attitude Mindset 36:56 Spiritual Warrior Lessons 37:46 Sponsor Manuka Honey 39:59 Redefining Success 43:11 Parenting By Example 44:14 Whats My Homework 49:03 Trusting Quiet Presence 53:45 Seagull Momentum Metaphor 55:13 Closing Reflections -- Connect with Light Watkins: Website: https://www.lightwatkins.com/ YouTube: ⁨@LightWatkins⁩ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightwatkins Latest book: https://theyearyoutransform.com/ Connect with Gabby Reece: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabbyreece/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gabbyreeceofficial Website: https://gabriellereece.com -- Produced by Dear Media. Follow Dear Media: Listen: https://dearmedia.com/shows/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearmediastudio/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dearmedia Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dear-media Shop Dear Media: https://shop.dearmedia.com/ About Dear Media: Dear Media is the largest podcast network focused on amplifying women’s voices and audiences. Founded in 2018, DM hosts 80+ podcasts fronted by top-tier talent and has a following of more than 60M across social channels. DM is building the podcast incubator of the future through a 360-degree business model, providing unparalleled support from concept to editorial, production, distribution, and commerce extensions. Due to its highly engaged and vast consumer audience, the network attracts global brands and digital savvy partners. Episode Sponsors: Visit timeline.com/GABBY to up to 39% off your Mitopure® Gummies. Head to MANUKORA.com/GABBYREECE to save up to 31% plus $25 worth of free gifts with the Starter Kit, which comes with an MGO 850+ Manuka Honey jar, 5 honey travel sticks, a wooden spoon, and a guidebook! Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    58 min

  8. MAR 9

    Your Microbiome, GLP-1 & Next-Generation Probiotics | Dr. Colleen Cutcliffe

    What if your metabolism, cravings, immune system — even your hormones — are being shaped by your gut? In this episode of The Gabby Reece Show, Gabby sits down with microbiome scientist and Pendulum co-founder Dr. Colleen Cutcliffe to break down the real science behind gut health — beyond the buzzwords. From premature birth and early antibiotic exposure to GLP-1, estrogen, cravings, and perimenopause, this conversation connects the dots between your microbiome and nearly every major system in your body. If you’ve ever thought: “Why am I gaining weight when nothing changed?” “Why am I suddenly sensitive to foods?” “Is this just aging… or something else?” “Are GLP-1 drugs the only option?” This episode will shift how you think about your body. In This Episode, We Cover: Why the microbiome is connected to all 11 organ systems How early antibiotic use may affect long-term metabolic health The truth about GLP-1 — and how your body produces it naturally Why Akkermansia is considered a “keystone strain” Gut health and perimenopause: what’s really happening Estrogen, menopause, and emerging microbiome research Why cravings may not be about willpower How stress, aging, and travel deplete your gut Fecal microbiome transplants — what they are and why they matter How to rebuild a resilient gut (without extremes or shame) Key Takeaway The goal isn’t perfection. It’s resilience. A strong, diverse microbiome helps your body handle stress, hormonal shifts, aging, and even dietary slip-ups. And unlike your genetics — your gut can change. Start with food. Use tools wisely. Pay attention to your body. Connect with Dr. Colleen Cutcliffe Website: https://pendulumlife.com Instagram: @pendulumlife Dr. Cutcliffe on Instagram: @drcolleencutcliffe Connect with Gabby Website: https://gabbyreece.com Instagram: @gabbyreece https://www.instagram.com/gabbyreece YouTube: The Gabby Reece Show https://www.youtube.com/@GabbyReece If This Episode Helped You… Please: Subscribe to the show Leave a 5-star review Share it with someone navigating metabolism, menopause, or gut health Like and comment if you’re watching on YouTube Your support helps us bring you more conversations that empower you to take ownership of your health. Episode Sponsors: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code GABBYREECE at https://www.oneskin.co/GABBYREECE #oneskinpod Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Produced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Navigate life's biggest challenges and unlock your full potential with former professional athlete and wellness advocate Gabby Reece as she dives deep with leading experts in health, nutrition, fitness, relationships, and business. Gabby cuts through the noise to deliver clear, actionable insights and realistic takeaways you can implement immediately to live a healthier, stronger, and more fulfilling life.

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