Andrea tackles one of the biggest misconceptions in today's wellness world: the idea that cortisol is something to fear. She breaks down what cortisol actually does, why it's essential for a healthy body, and why the real goal isn't avoiding every cortisol spike but learning how to recover from stress. Along the way, she unpacks the myths surrounding high-intensity cardio and fasting, encouraging listeners to move beyond one-size-fits-all advice and make choices that support their own unique ...
Jul 1
30 min
Andrea sits down with bestselling author and health journalist Jodi Wilson to talk about overwhelm, burnout, anxiety, and the simple practice of creating “breathing space” in everyday life. Together, they explore how constant stimulation, phone use, and modern pressures are affecting women’s nervous systems, and why slowing down may be the missing piece so many women need. Jodi shares practical, realistic ways to calm the brain, reduce stress, and reconnect with yourself without adding anothe...
Jun 17
38 min
Andrea breaks down the science of deep sleep, why it matters for energy, muscle recovery, hormone balance, and overall health, and shares the surprisingly simple change that dramatically improved her own sleep quality. Whether you're navigating perimenopause, struggling with interrupted sleep, or waking up exhausted despite getting enough hours in bed, this episode offers practical strategies to help you get the restorative sleep your body truly needs. Make Fit Simple is sponsored by ...
Jun 3
32 min
Andrea welcomes back metabolism scientist and women’s health educator Liz for part two of this conversation on fasting, hormones, metabolism, perimenopause, and why women’s health is far more nuanced than the internet makes it seem. They break down the truth about intermittent fasting, stress, muscle, nutrition, aging, and how to support your body without falling into fear based wellness advice. If you’ve been struggling with fatigue, weight changes, hormone shifts, or feeling overwhelmed by ...
May 20
44 min
Andrea sits down with exercise physiologist and women’s health researcher Dr. Alyssa Oleynick to break down the truth about cycle syncing, women’s hormones, and fitness myths that are all over social media right now. In this first part of a two-part conversation, they unpack why women’s health is far more individualized than the internet makes it seem, how to better listen to your body without falling into rigid fitness rules, and what actually matters when it comes to strength training, reco...
May 6
29 min
Andrea shares a personal realization sparked by reviewing her own program data, uncovering how the mindset you bring into something can shape your results before you even begin. She breaks down the difference between short term and long term thinking, why people often unknowingly self sabotage, and how this pattern shows up in fitness, relationships, and everyday life. Andrea walks through how to shift from a “prove it to me” mindset to “how can I make this work for me,” and why that simple c...
Apr 20
23 min
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 wa...
Apr 13
25 min
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 c...
Mar 25
34 min
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 mor...
Mar 11
1 hr 3 min
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 perfectl...
Mar 4
27 min
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