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May 21
1h 28m

338: Gabby Reece on Wellness, Marriage, ...

KELLY LEVEQUE
About this episode

In this episode, I sit down with the legendary Gabby Reece—former pro beach volleyball player, NYT bestselling author, fitness icon, and entrepreneur. From breaking records at Florida State to co-creating XPT and HIGHX with her husband, big-wave surfer Laird Hamilton, Gabby has continually pushed the boundaries of performance and wellness. We talk about identity beyond achievement, how she’s navigated motherhood and ambition, and what it really means to live with strength and grace.

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Topics Discussed: 

  • How did Gabby Reece transition from professional sports to becoming a leader in the wellness industry?
  • What inspired Gabby Reece to co-create XPT and HIGHX with Laird Hamilton?
  • What are Gabby Reece’s top tips for balancing motherhood, career, and personal health?
  • How does Gabby Reece define strength and resilience in today’s world?
  • What are Gabby Reece’s daily wellness habits for staying fit, focused, and energized?

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Timestamps:


  • 00:00:00 - Introduction 
  • 00:01:30 – Life Lessons from Pro Volleyball
  • 00:04:33 – How to Build Mental Resilience
  • 00:07:15 – Managing Highs and Lows in Life
  • 00:09:52 – Emotional Awareness & Self-Honesty
  • 00:13:50 – Getting Back Into Your Body
  • 00:17:31 – The Power of Self Check-Ins
  • 00:21:06 – Can Women Really “Have It All”?
  • 00:21:45 – Flywheel vs. Bucket: Energy Management
  • 00:26:53 – Entrepreneurship While Raising Kids
  • 00:31:37 – How to Set Career Boundaries
  • 00:34:53 – Quality Time with Children: What Matters
  • 00:38:34 – Gabby’s Keys to a Strong Marriage
  • 00:43:22 – Love Languages, Habits & Humor
  • 00:47:39 – Entrepreneurship as a Personal Growth Tool
  • 00:50:23 – Growing a Wellness Brand
  • 00:51:50 – Starting a Business from Scratch
  • 00:57:05 – Learning to Say No with Confidence
  • 00:58:56 – Shifting Your Mindset After Mistakes
  • 01:01:35 – Staying Positive Through Challenges
  • 01:05:26 – Breaking the Victim Mentality
  • 01:09:16 – Mentorship & Controlling What You Can
  • 01:11:58 – How to Know When to Let Go
  • 01:13:30 – Gentle Parenting Explained
  • 01:16:05 – Parenting Wins & Learning Moments
  • 01:20:27 – Birth Order, Learning Styles & Kids
  • 01:24:26 – Stop Caring What People Think



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