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Gabby Reece: Why Midlife Women Who Refuse to Be Frail Train, Think, and Live Differently | #159
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- The Dr Vonda Show
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- May 5, 2026
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- 3021
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Get Dr. Vonda's insights Want to understand what's happening in your body — and what to do next? Each week, Dr. Vonda shares science-backed guidance on strength, bone health, muscle, and longevity — the same way she speaks to her patients. Clear. Practical. No noise. Join the newsletter: https://manage.kmail-lists.com/subscriptions/subscribe?a=YqJKtR&g=Ww3gx3& What does it look like to refuse to age into frailty? Gabby Reece is 56, trains six days a week, and hasn't relied on willpower once. Here's how she actually does it. In this conversation, Gabby and I talk through the real mechanics of a well-designed life. We cover discipline versus willpower, how two strong people build a thriving relationship, and the simple daily practices that keep Gabby strong, grounded, and fully present. What We Explore: - How discipline and willpower are completely different, and why confusing the two keeps most people stuck. - Why Gabby builds personal scaffolding around her real life instead of chasing someone else's routine. - How two high-performing partners can lead a relationship rooted in service, mutual respect, and flow. - What Gabby's weekly training schedule actually looks like, from land HIIT to pool workouts and Sunday rucks. - Why morning sunlight and quiet time are the anchors that make every other habit easier to sustain. - How Gabby thinks about nutrition without obsessing over macros or chasing perfection. What it takes to stop comparing yourself to your peak athletic self and start building new goals. About Gabby Reece Gabby Reece is a former professional beach volleyball champion, New York Times bestselling author, entrepreneur, and host of The Gabby Reece Show. She co-founded XPT with her husband Laird Hamilton and has spent decades exploring what it means to liv…