The Aging Grace With Andrew Blakey

In Part 2 of my conversation with Gina Livy, founder of The Livy Method, we move beyond food and into the mindset work that truly makes change stick.

This episode dives into the emotional and mental side of weight loss — the part most programs ignore.

We cover:

Why self-sabotage isn’t what you think it is

How identity and self-worth shape your progress

The role of patience, personal growth, and internal trust

What “showing up messy” really looks like in real life

The mindset shifts that lead to...

In this episode, I sit down with founder of The Livy Method, Gina Livy, to talk about why most diets fail — and what it really takes to lose weight in a healthy, sustainable way. She's helped over 100,000 people to lose weight and keep it off since 2018. 

We explore:

Gina’s personal weight loss journey

Why traditional diets and calorie restriction often backfire

How to shift your mindset around food and weight loss

What makes The Livy Method different from other programs

How to break free from yo-yo dieti...

If you’re struggling with chronic pain, stress, or tension that just won’t go away—this episode could be the missing link.

In this episode, Andrew sits down with Hilary Boucher, a Collingwood-based expert in fascia release therapy, nervous system regulation, and holistic bodywork for pain relief. Together they explore how unresolved stress, poor foot health, and fascia restrictions can impact everything from posture to emotional wellbeing.

You’ll learn how somatic healing works, why traditional massage may not be enough, and how the nervous system and fascia are deeply connected. Whether you're active, in midli...

Struggling with stress that just won’t go away? In this powerful episode, we sit down with Kyle Buchanan — host of The Exhale on SiriusXM Radio, The Feelgoodery podcast, and resident contributor to The Morning Show — to unpack what real stress management looks like in today’s high-pressure world.

Kyle shares actionable tools for building lasting resilience, calming your nervous system, and breaking free from survival mode. Whether you’re juggling a career, family, or simply trying to stay grounded, this conversation delivers real-world strategies for managing stress before it manages you.

🎙 Topics We Cover:

How t...

Did you know your feet play a massive role in how you age? Most people don’t think about foot strength and mobility—until pain, stiffness, or balance issues start creeping in. But here’s the truth: Weak, immobile feet can lead to knee pain, back problems, and even a higher risk of falls as you get older.

In this episode, we dive into why foot strength is crucial for longevity, how your feet affect your entire body's movement, and simple exercises you can start doing today to improve stability, mobility, and overall function. Whether you're an athlet...

Feeling stiff, tight, or just not moving like you used to? Stretching alone won’t fix it. If you want to stay active, strong, and pain-free after 40, you need to focus on mobility—not just flexibility.

In this episode, I break down:

Want to improve your mobility starting today? Message me “MOBILITY” on Instagram (@Iamandrewblakey) to get an 8-10 mi...

Hormones play a crucial role in nearly every aspect of our health—affecting everything from weight management and energy levels to fertility and longevity. Yet, so many people struggle with hormonal imbalances without even realizing it.

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Shari Caplan, Medical Director and Founder of VitalityMD, to explore the science behind hormone balance, weight loss, and longevity. Dr. Caplan is a leader in integrative and functional medicine, specializing in women’s health, menopause, perimenopause, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and epigenetics. She breaks down how hormones impact metabolism, mood, and overall well-being, whil...

You show up. You put in the effort. You lift the weights, do the workouts, stay active… but are you actually improving? Or are you just spinning your wheels?

Most people over 40 train without a plan—they guess their weights, wing their workouts, and hope for the best. But hope isn’t a strategy. If you want to get stronger, move better, and keep progressing as you age, you need to track your workouts.

In this episode, we’re breaking down:

Your gut health impacts everything—from digestion and energy levels to mood and overall well-being. But with so much conflicting advice out there, how do you know what actually works?

In this episode, I sit down with Andy De Santis, registered dietitian and author of 11 books, to break down the real science of gut health and how you can start feeling your best from the inside out.

We cover:
🔥 How antibiotics affect your gut microbiome
🥦 The truth about prebiotics, probiotics, polyphenols & resistant starch
🚫 Debunking gut health myths—why cutting out foods isn’t the answer

If you’re waiting for motivation to hit… you're missing out on a massive key to success with your goals.

Motivation is unreliable, unpredictable, and in my opinion not the most effective thing for you to base your actions on—and that’s exactly why most people fail to stay consistent. If you’ve ever felt fired up to start a new workout plan, only to quit a few weeks later, it’s not your fault. Your brain is wired to chase short-term rewards, and motivation fades fast.

So what’s the real secret to long-term succ...