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Make Fit Simple

Andrea Allen
Make Fit Simple
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  • Make Fit Simple

    264. The Moment I Realized I Was a Complete Hypocrite as a Trainer

    13/04/2026 | 25 mins.
    Andrea opens up about a moment that stopped her in her tracks when she realized she was going against her own advice in her fitness journey, sharing a personal story about chronic hip issues and the frustration of repeated setbacks. Through a candid conversation with her physical therapist, she explores how adapting workouts to fit your body, rather than forcing what works for others, can unlock real progress. This episode offers a relatable, empowering reminder that there is more than one way to reach your goals and that finding what works for you is what truly matters.

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    Produced by Light On Creative Productions
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    263. The Biggest Strength Training Updates in Years: New ACSM Guidelines

    25/03/2026 | 34 mins.
    Andrea breaks down the latest update from the American College of Sports Medicine, unpacking what the newest research actually says about strength training, muscle growth, and how to make fitness more effective and realistic for everyday life. She walks through the biggest changes, from rep ranges and training frequency to recovery and volume, and explains how these updated guidelines make building strength more accessible no matter your age, experience, or available equipment. Andrea helps cut through outdated fitness myths and focus on what truly works so they can train smarter, stay consistent, and see real results.

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    Produced by Light On Creative Productions
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    262. In Case You Missed It: How to Stop Self-Sabotage with Dr. Thais Gibson

    11/03/2026 | 1h 3 mins.
    Andrea revisits one of her most impactful conversations in this re-released episode on self-sabotage with Tais Gibson, counselor, bestselling author, co-founder of The Personal Development School, and a leading expert in attachment theory and subconscious reprogramming. Together, they unpack why self-sabotage happens, how limiting beliefs and subconscious patterns can quietly shape behavior, relationships, and personal growth, and share practical ways to begin changing those patterns with more awareness, self-compassion, and clarity.

    Links for Dr. Thias Gibson
    Website https://university.personaldevelopmentschool.com/
    Instagram @thepersonaldevelopmentschool
    Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHQ4lSaKRap5HyrpitrTOhQ/videos

    Make Fit Simple Podcast is sponsored by KION. Go to Getkion.com/simple for 20% off. 

    Make Fit Simple is sponsored by Cozy Earth
    CozyEarth.com You use the code fit FIT at checkout for 20% off 

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    Produced by Light On Creative Productions
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    261. The Good, Better, Best Method: A Simple Way to Stay Consistent with Your Fitness

    04/03/2026 | 27 mins.
    Andrea shares her “secret weapon” for staying consistent with fitness year round and makes a compelling case that perfectionism, not laziness, is what truly derails progress. Drawing on research and years of coaching experience, she breaks down the all or nothing mindset and introduces her simple but powerful “good, better, best” framework to help listeners make the next best choice instead of giving up. If you’ve ever felt stuck in the restart cycle or frustrated by not doing things perfectly, this episode will help you shift your thinking, build consistency, and finally see progress that lasts.

    Make Fit Simple Podcast is sponsored by KION. Go to Getkion.com/simple for 20% off. 

    Make Fit Simple Podcast is sponsored by Cure. Go to http://curehydration.com/SIMPLE

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    Produced by Light On Creative Productions
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    260. Meal Prep and Mastering Blood Sugar Swings with Meredith Mann Founder of The Peachie Spoon

    18/02/2026 | 1h 4 mins.
    Andrea sits down with Merideth Mann, certified holistic nutrition coach and founder of The Peachie Spoon, for a real life conversation about making meal prep doable and meals more balanced without adding more stress or time. Merideth shares her personal journey with hypoglycemia and insulin resistance, the signs that helped her connect the dots, and simple, practical strategies to support steadier energy and fewer crashes, including protein forward meals, easy prep shortcuts, and how to build a truly filling smoothie that counts as a meal, not a snack.
    Follow Merideth Mann @thepeachiespoon
    www.thepeachiespoon.com

    Book 
    The Blood Sugar Balance Cookbook: 100 Delicious Recipes That Let You Ditch the Crave, Crash, Fat-Storing Cycle and Heal Your Metabolismgeni.us

    Supplement link
    Productsthepeachiespoon.com

    Sweet Potato Protein Bowlthepeachiespoon.com
    Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake Chia Puddingthepeachiespoon.com
    https://thepeachiespoon.com/blogs/recipes/snickers-cheesecake-smoothie
    Sweet Potato Pie Smoothiethepeachiespoon.com

    Make Fit Simple is sponsored by Cozy Earth
    CozyEarth.com You use the code fit FIT at checkout for 20% off 

    Make Fit Simple Podcast is sponsored by KION. Go to Getkion.com/simple for 20% off. 

    Join my newsletter!  https://www.deliciouslyfitnhealthy.com/emls

    Follow the Make Fit Simple Podcast
    @MakeFitSimplePodcast
    Have a suggestion for a topic click HERE
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    NEW! Leave a question for Andrea HERE on SpeakPipe!

    Follow Andrea on Instagram
    @deliciouslyfitnhealthy
    @dfh.training.pics

    Training & Coaching
    https://www.deliciouslyfitnhealthy.com/links

    Visit Andrea's Website
    www.deliciouslyfitnhealthy.com

    Produced by Light On Creative Productions

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About Make Fit Simple

My name is Andrea and I am a mother of 4 girls under 7, wife to a mountain man, a Personal Trainer, Nutrition Coach and Owner of DFH Training. I have been featured in People and on Good Morning America and I truly love all things woman's health and fitness. But lets face it, the fitness industry is complicated and it feels like the everyday mom doesn’t fit the mold. There is so much conflicting information and you're busy and don't have time to figure it all out. That’s why I have made it my mission to simplify Health and Fitness while creating a welcoming, realistic and empowering space for like minded women. I am happy you're here and I hope you stay a while. Follow me on Instagram @deliciouslyfitnhealthy and visit my website www.deliciouslyfitnhealthy.com
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