Issue Contents: |  | 6 pages of athlete Gabrielle Reece with her prenatal workouts, also articles including Set Up A Green Nursery, Baby Gifts For Everyone Else, The Challanges And Choices Of Having A Multiracial Baby and more About the cover model Gabrielle Reece
### Gabrielle Reece Bio
Gabrielle Reece is an American professional volleyball player, sports announcer, fashion model, and actress. She was born on January 6, 1970, in La Jolla, California, but was raised on St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Known for her athletic prowess and striking appearance, Reece has built a multifaceted career spanning sports, modeling, and media.
#### Early Life and Education
Reece moved to the mainland United States for high school and attended Keswick Christian School in St. Petersburg, Florida. She later received a volleyball scholarship to Florida State University, where she majored in communications. During her time at FSU, she set two school volleyball records and was inducted into the Florida State University Athletics Hall of Fame in 1997【94†source】【95†source】.
#### Volleyball Career
Gabrielle Reece is best known for her professional volleyball career. She played on the Women's Beach Volleyball League (WBVL) and the FIVB Beach Volleyball World Tour. Reece was the WBVL Blocker of the Year in 1993 and the Offensive Player of the Year in 1994 and 1995. Her athletic skills and competitive spirit made her a standout player on the court【94†source】.
#### Modeling and Media Career
In addition to her sports career, Reece pursued modeling and became a prominent figure in the fashion industry. She has appeared on the covers of several magazines, including Elle, Shape, and Women's Sports & Fitness. Her height (6'3") and athletic build set her apart in the modeling world【94†source】.
Reece also ventured into television and film. She has hosted various sports and fitness programs, contributed as a columnist for magazines like Condé Nast's Women's Sports & Fitness, and co-authored a book titled "Big Girl in the Middle," which details her life and career. Reece has made cameo appearances in films such as "Air Bud: Spikes Back" and television shows like "8 Simple Rules"【94†source】【96†source】.
#### Personal Life
Gabrielle Reece is married to professional big-wave surfer Laird Hamilton. The couple has two daughters, Reece and Brody, and they are known for their commitment to fitness and healthy living. Together, they have developed and promoted several fitness programs and wellness initiatives, including their own training and lifestyle regimen, XPT (Extreme Performance Training)【96†source】.
Reece is also an advocate for healthy living and regularly shares her insights on fitness, nutrition, and wellness through various platforms, including her podcast, "The Gabby Reece Show"【95†source】.
For more detailed information, you can visit her [IMDb page](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0005343/) or her [Wikipedia page](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gabrielle_Reece).
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