Andrea discusses all-too-common 3:00 AM wake-up call and offers practical, compassionate advice for anyone struggling with disrupted sleep due to stress, cortisol imbalances, perimenopause, or postpartum life. She shares mindset tips and actionable strategies to help listeners feel more in control, more energized, and more like themselves again. With her signature warmth and encouragement, Andrea reminds everyone that no matter what phase they’re in, there’s hope, support, and tools to help you thrive.

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Andrea opens up about her ongoing hormone journey and shares a personal update on how she’s adjusting her own stress levels in real time. After reflecting on a recent episode about perimenopause and stress, she makes the decision to scale back podcast episodes to every other week so she can focus on completing a hormone course she’s been loving — and eventually bring even more insight to her audience. Andrea stays true to her mission: helping listeners simplify health by practicing what she preaches, even when it means hitting pause to make space for real progress.

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Andrea shares a simple but powerful habit she’s been practicing to enhance her energy during the day and focus in the mornings. She opens up about the personal benefits she’s already experienced, from clearer focus to improved workouts, and even data from her Oura ring confirming reduced stress. Andrea backs her story with research on how early phone use triggers stress and grogginess, and invites listeners to join her in a month-long challenge. This episode is both encouraging and informative, offering a realistic shift to support mental and physical wellness.

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https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5073830/

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Andrea tackles a long-standing myth about eating after 7 PM and why it’s not as straightforward as many think. Drawing from her experience coaching thousands of women, she breaks down the pros and cons of eating later in the evening, from post-workout recovery to emotional eating and metabolism. With a focus on individual needs, daily routines, and the importance of listening to your body, Andrea offers a thoughtful and realistic perspective on when—and why—late-night eating might actually support your goals.

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Andrea discusses why tried and true workout and nutrition routines may suddenly stop working, especially for women in perimenopause and beyond. She explains how hormonal changes like declining estrogen impact muscle, metabolism, and insulin sensitivity, and offers clear strategies to adapt. From progressive overload and protein intake to helpful supplements and stress management, Andrea shares actionable tools to help listeners feel strong, supported, and confident as they age.

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In this part two episode, Andrea and Dr. Susie Spirlock (aka Dr. Susie Squats) tackle what to do when you actually are injured. Building on last week’s discussion about pain during strength training, this conversation dives into how to approach recovery with confidence. Andrea and Dr. Susie break down the "peace and love" method for healing, why MRIs are not always the gold standard, and how to choose the right physical therapy program. You will walk away with practical tips to manage injury, stay optimistic during rehab, and ease back into your favorite workouts. If you want to stay strong at any age and keep lifting for life, this is a must-listen follow up.

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Andrea welcomes Dr. Susie Spirlock, also known as Dr. Susie Squats, for a myth-busting deep dive into strength training and pain. Together Andrea and Dr. Susie explore how to navigate discomfort during workouts, including how to tell if pain means stop or just adjust. They introduce the traffic light method, debunk common fears, and discuss the real connection between pain, form, and injury prevention. This is part one of a two-part episode, so get ready to feel empowered and come back next week to learn exactly what to do when injury does happen.

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Andrea sits down with former client Kaley Cline to share the powerful transformation that comes from approaching health with the right strategy, mindset, and support. Kaley, a personal trainer and mom of three, walks listeners through her experience of going from under-eating and overworking her body to rebuilding her strength through reverse dieting, functional core training, and thoughtful mindset shifts. Together, they dive into what it really looks like to trust the process, why food freedom matters, and how lifting and fueling properly can change your life, at any age.

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