Self Care Simplified

Nov 01 2024 407 ep. 27 mins 62

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Megan Dahlman, certified trainer and nutrition coach, is on a mission to help every woman - no matter her age - feel strong, healthy and confident in her body. In a culture that overcomplicates everything, this podcast will be a breath of fresh air! Self Care Simplified meets you right where you’re at, giving you simple, sustainable tips so you can feel fully functional and pain-free—in your 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond. If you're looking for expert self-care advice combined with grace-filled motivation to help you feel your physical best, this is it!

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403. Kettlebells vs. Dumbbells - Which is Better?

Nov 01 2024 6 mins

If you’re starting to stock a home gym, it can be easy to get confused about which equipment you need and which you don’t. Take weights for instance. With all the options available, how do you know where to start? Listener Christina asks: “Kettlebells or dumbbells? Do you have a recommendation on what would be best to purchase?” In this quick episode, I break down the diffe

402. Feeling Broken? UTI’s, Low Libido & Prolapse with Dr. Kelly Casperson

Oct 29 2024 31 mins

A lot of the changes that happen during midlife and menopause are widely discussed online and on social media - weight struggles, bone density issues, nutritional needs, hot flashes, belly fat, and hormonal shifts to name a few. But what about the challenges nobody talks about? Many women in midlife begin dealing with a bunch of “somewhat embarrassing” issues that can make them

401. Do High Fat Foods Cause Belly Fat?

Oct 25 2024 3 mins

Battling belly fat is one of the biggest challenges for women in midlife facing menopause. But what things should you be eating or avoiding to tackle stubborn belly fat? Emily has this very question: “Do high fat foods cause excess belly fat? And if not, which foods should I be paying the most attention to when it comes to getting rid of my belly fat?” In this shortie episode,

400. 3 Common Myths About Core Training & Reducing Belly Fat

Oct 22 2024 24 mins

Almost everyone wants a smaller waistline or a way to reduce belly fat. But the problem is, a lot of the information out there online or on social media is flat-out WRONG. And even worse, it could be actively working against you causing injuries and real discouragement about your midsection. If you want to address your belly fat, but are feeling frustrated by what you see online, t

399. Vibration Plates - Just a TREND or Can They Really Improve Your Health?

Oct 18 2024 7 mins

Vibration plates are one of the newest trends to hit the market. But are they worth the investment? Several listeners submitted questions about vibration plates, including this one from Tanya: “Hi, Megan. I was wondering if you had any information on the vibration plates. I recently purchased one and I've used it a few times and I've heard they're really good for wellness and to

398. Busting “Meno-Myths” & Talking Menopause Hormone Therapy with Dr. Mary Claire Haver

Oct 15 2024 32 mins

For years menopause has been shrouded in mystery and hushed conversations, mostly centered around hot flashes and unwanted weight gain. But thankfully the tides have turned and menopause is now getting the attention it has always deserved, largely thanks to Dr. Mary Claire Haver. Dr. Haver is a board-certified OB-GYN who is passionate about demystifying menopause healthcare. With o

397. How to Manage Joint Pain & Inflammation in Midlife

Oct 11 2024 7 mins

Midlife can feel like a roller coaster. One day everything is going swimmingly - you feel good, loose and pain-free. And then you wake up the next day and BAM! Joint pain you’ve never had before. What is going on?! Listener Angela experienced the same thing: “I recently turned 48 and I feel like my joints are suddenly hurting all the time. I don’t feel like I’m doing anythi

396. Frozen Shoulder - Every Woman Needs to Know This!

Oct 08 2024 20 mins

Frozen Shoulder - ever heard of it? It happens when the strong connective tissues that surround your shoulder joint become thick, stiff and inflamed, resulting in pain, stiffness, and limited range of motion. And while anyone can develop frozen shoulder, it’s significantly more common in women, particularly during midlife and menopause. Whether you’re already struggling with th

395. The BEST Exercises to Open Tight Shoulders and Chest Muscles

Oct 04 2024 7 mins

Lots of things in our lives - both small and large - can affect how our bodies move and feel. For example, everything from something as seemingly simple as poor posture to something as dramatic as a major surgery can create ongoing pain and tightness in your shoulders and chest. What’s the best way to find relief? Listener Jill went through a life-altering surgery, and months lat

394. Fat Loss Plateau? How to Personalize Your “Fat Loss Phase” with Philip Pape

Oct 01 2024 29 mins

Let’s say you’d really like to experience some fat loss, because right now you just feel stuck. Maybe you’ve got some healthy habits in place - you’re exercising more, you’re eating better - but you’re just not experiencing the fat loss the way you want. What should you do? Philip Pape - the “physique engineer” - is joining us on the show this week to tackle this ve