Andrea Allen

Make Fit Simple

Health EN ↓ 269 episodes

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 l...

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Andrea Allen

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Health

Latest episode

Jul 8, 2026

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94. Preparing for Perimenopause and Menopause: An Interview with Dr. Alyssa Dweck 17.08.2022

Dr. Alyssa Dweck is an Ob/Gyn and specializes in menopausal health and female sexual health. She is the co-author of three books and has appeared on the Today show and Good Day LA.  Dr. Dweck has been voted “Top Doctor” in New York Magazine and Westchester Magazine and is the Chief Medical Officer at Bonafide. Andrea and Alyssa discuss how to prepare for perimenopause and menopause and how to navi...

93. 4 Questions to Ask Yourself If You Aren't Seeing Results in Your Fitness Journey 10.08.2022

What do we do when we are stuck in our fitness journey and aren't seeing the results we want? It is normal and confusing to feel that we are working hard but don't see progress or changes. Andrea is going to cover the most common factors that lead to feeling stuck and ways to break through the plateau.  Episode References: Episode 49 Setting Up a Solid Strength Training Routine Episode 8...

92. Making Your Workouts More Consistent and Enjoyable 03.08.2022

Are you experiencing workout burnout? It is easy to become unmotivated and lose consistency for periods of time.  Andrea shares quick tips on how to make your workouts more efficient, more fun, and more consistent.  Episode References: 64   How to Reframe the Thought "I Don't Have Time" 88   When to Refocus or Shift Your Goals Make it Simple is sponsored by Butcher Box Visit https:/...

91. 6 Styles of Training You Need to Know 27.07.2022

Variety in your training can be empowering and important for your fitness journey. There is a lot of negativity and difference of opinions when it comes to certain types of fitness training. This mindset is limiting and can keep you from reaching your goals. Andrea is breaking down the different types of training and explains the power in mixing things up. Episode References: Episode 13 Training F...

90. Finding Moderation With Your Food Intake 20.07.2022

Do we fully understand what moderation means when it comes to food intake and fitness? With diet culture being a big part of our society we can often find ourselves yo-yo dieting. Andrea discusses different ways to improve moderation, breaks down the function of each macro, and shares some tips on establishing the moderation mindset with food in our every day lives . Andrea references the followin...

89. My Hip Diagnosis 13.07.2022

Andrea shares her personal story of a recent diagnosis from a hip issue she is experiencing. Follow along with Andrea on instagram in her highlight reels to keep up with the detailed information on her journey to a potential hip replacement. She will continue to share her story as she learns more and expresses her gratitude for the support and encouragement. Follow Andrea on Instagram @deliciously...

88. The Raw Side of Motherhood with Diary of an Honest Mom 06.07.2022

Libby Ward is a digital creator, speaker, and mental health advocate with a deep commitment to breaking the cycles of trauma. She has been recognized as a mental health advocate by TikTok , and has been featured on Global News , Motherly , Insider and media outlets around the world. As a thought leader in today’s difficult and complex experiences of mental health, Libby and Andrea discuss topics a...

87. When to Refocus or Shift Your Goals 29.06.2022

Andrea discusses a topic that is frequently asked on social media. When we find ourselves unable to reach the goals we set for our selves it can be discouraging. Andrea encourages us to take a step back and look at the big picture. She discusses setting new goals, refocusing the goals we set or when to shift away from them.   Make it Simple is sponsored by Goodr Visit https://goodr.com/simple to g...

86. Making Healthy and Flavorful Meals Possible with Lillie Eats and Tells 22.06.2022

Lillie Beisinger is a the founder of Lillie Eats and Tells, a blog that focuses on recipes, macros, and meal planning. Lillie is also the author of four cook books that are macro friendly and shares delicious and flavor-packed recipes for meals that you can plan easily for the week. Andrea and Lillie break down the basics and discuss classic staples to keep in stock, as well as how Lillie plans he...

85. Turning Lemons into Lemonade: An Interview of ME from the Pink Lemonade Stand Podcast with Heidi Webster 15.06.2022

Andrea shares her interview on the Pink Lemonade Stand Podcast, hosted by Heidi Webster. Heidi and Andrea discuss fat loss misconceptions, how to stay motivated in your fitness goals, and how comparison can hinder your fitness journey. Andrea also shares her own personal struggles and how she's turned lemons into lemonade. Follow The Pink Lemonade Stand Podcast Instagram @theplspodcast Listen...

84. Mobility vs Stretching 08.06.2022

Andrea responds to questions about the difference between mobility and stretching, after episode 83, an interview with Dr. Kieffer. Andrea shares her personal story of how improving mobility helped her own injury. Make it Simple is sponsored by Butcher Box Visit https://www.butcherbox.com/makeitsimple to get a special offer for new members. A FREE grilling bundle (Two 10 oz ribeyes, 5 lbs of chick...

83. What Your Mama Didn't Teach You About Your VAG with Dr. Janelle Howell 01.06.2022

Dr. Janelle Howell, DPT, WCS is a doctor of physical therapy and specializes in pelvic health. Janelle is revolutionizing the conversation and creating a radical culture around vagina health.  She provides pelvic floor courses, master classes and has a vagina food E-Guide. Andrea and Janelle break down the pH level of our vaginas and why it matters, a tight pelvic floor versus a weak pelvic floor,...

82. How Sleep Positions Are Linked to Aches and Pains: Interview with Dr. Lizzie Kieffer 26.05.2022

Andrea interviews Lizzie Kieffer, a Doctor of Physical Therapy, Pelvic Floor certified, Dry Needling certified, Vestibular and Concussion Rehab certified, and has done extensive courses on Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization. Dr. Kieffer uses these techniques to not only help fix the problem that you are facing, but to find the root cause so that you can change for the better. Whether you are a si...

81. Breaking Down Your Connection to the Scale 18.05.2022

One of the biggest questions in our wellness culture is, why do we all care so much about the number on the scale?  Andrea discusses a controversial topic and shares the feedback and comments from her instagram account. She breaks down misinformation and how some of our programming can play into the mental conditioning that causes an obsession with the scale. Make it Simple is sponsored by Soul CB...

80. How to Avoid Headaches: Interview with Dr. Meg Mill 11.05.2022

Dr. Meg Mill is a Functional Medicine Practitioner, Doctor of Pharmacy, and mom of three. Her practice is focused on helping people end headaches and migraines, heal the gut, reduce inflammation, balance hormones, increase energy, reduce anxiety and restore their immune systems. Andrea and Dr. Meg discuss all things headaches including causes, preventions and how to live a headache free life.   Fo...

79. What Matters More: Function or Fat Loss 04.05.2022

In today's culture we tend to put a great deal on the importance of fat loss. Andrea is challenging this thought process and offers ideas to shift our priorities and our mindset behind our goals in fitness. She explains the difference between fat loss and function with three real lifestyle examples with her personal trainers and clients. MOTHER'S DAY SALE on Diastasis Recti, Postpartum,...

78. Is Comparison Hurting Your Progress? 27.04.2022

In a world of social media it can be impossible not to compare ourselves to others. Andrea explains how comparing yourself to other people around you, either in person or online, will make you lose focus of your goals and hinder your personal progress.  Andrea's research: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/0146167210390822 https://guilfordjournals.com/doi/abs/10.1521/jscp.2007.26.7....

77. Improving Your Sexual Health: Interview with Dr. Amy Killen 20.04.2022

Dr. Amy Killen is Board Certified in Emergency Medicine with 10+ years of direct patient care that has been practicing Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine for more than five years. She is trained in Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine through the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine and have done extensive additional training in aesthetics, platelet rich plasma and stem cells, hair restoratio...

76. 7 Tips to Boost Your Metabolism 13.04.2022

Everywhere we look we are offered a "quick fix" for finding solutions to weight loss. These fast remedies can be expensive and also hurt our metabolisms in the long run. Andrea explains seven simple tips to naturally jump start, revive, and boost your metabolism. Make it Simple is sponsored by Soul CBD Visit  www.mysoulcbd.com/makeitsimple   to get 15% off using code SIMPLE Follow Andrea...

75. The Complications of Food Labels Explained 06.04.2022

Andrea breaks down the complicated subject of food labels and nutrition. This common source of confusion can be turned into empowerment if you are feeling stuck, struggling with weight gain, or simply want to learn more about the food you are eating.  Andrea shares common misconceptions of this uncommonly discussed topic and explains how you can implement this skill into your daily life.  Net Carb...

74. Goals: External Events vs Internal Choices 30.03.2022

There are certain events that happen in life that can throw us off course when trying to reach fitness goals. There is a difference between external events and internal choices and it's important to know the difference. Andrea breaks down personal examples from her clients stories and how to examine the difference in your own life.  Make it Simple is sponsored by Vuori Clothing Visit www.vuor...

73. Four Myths About Fat Loss 23.03.2022

Andrea explains some common fat loss myths and how they are "clickbait."  She addresses the most common myths about fat loss and dives into the biology and science behind muscle tissue and fat tissue. Andrea offers empowering information to help you on stay on the right course for your fitness goals. Make it Simple is sponsored by Visit www.thehydrojug.com to get 10% off using code SIMPL...

72. Perimenopause, Weight Plateaus, and Sex with Dr. Anna Cabeca 16.03.2022

 Dr. Anna Cabeca, DO, OBGYN, FACOG, is triple-board certified and a fellow of gynecology and obstetrics, integrative medicine, and anti-aging and regenerative medicine. She has special certifications in functional medicine, sexual health, and bioidentical hormone replacement therapy. With her methods, you, too, can breeze through menopause into your “second spring”, feeling the best you ever have....

71. The Food, Exercise, and Body Image Cycle 09.03.2022

The cycle of nutrition, fitness and body image have been programmed in us since we were young.  Andrea breaks down each topic individually and the process behind unwinding patterns and negative cycles that affect each other and our relationships with ourselves.  Make it Simple is sponsored by Vuori Clothing Visit www.vuoriclothing.com/simple to get 20% off Follow Andrea on Instagram @deliciouslyfi...

70. Is it Diastasis, a Hernia, or a Weak Core? 02.03.2022

The symptoms of a hernia, diastasis recti, and having a weak core can all be similar. Andrea is going to break down each one and how to recognize the difference before having kids or after. She also gives tips and free guides on how to improve these symptoms. With simple exercises or simply avoiding certain exercises you can heal from these injuries. Resources Diastasis Guide: https://www.deliciou...

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