Self Care Simplified

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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!

Recent Episodes
  • 445. Testosterone Therapy for Women??
    Apr 22, 2025 – 00:05:49
  • 444. Wanting to Get Back to the Thinner Version of You?
    Apr 15, 2025 – 00:21:12
  • 443. Core Exercises for Osteoporosis, Osteoarthritis & Back Pain
    Apr 8, 2025 – 00:08:49
  • 442. Menopause: Is This a Joke? with Tamsen Fadal
    Apr 1, 2025 – 00:23:47
  • 441. Should You Limit Carbs in Perimenopause & Menopause?
    Mar 25, 2025 – 00:04:45
  • 440. Struggling to Lose Weight After 40? Let’s troubleshoot!
    Mar 18, 2025 – 00:22:25
  • 439. Reverse “Stiffness” to Feel Younger & More Limber
    Mar 11, 2025 – 00:12:11
  • 438. 4 Things to Avoid if You Have Back Pain
    Mar 4, 2025 – 00:18:54
  • 437. Low Libido in Midlife - What’s happening??
    Feb 28, 2025 – 00:05:53
  • 436. Beyond the Treadmill: Rethinking Cardio for a Strong & Healthy Heart
    Feb 25, 2025 – 00:26:09
  • 435. Instant Relief from Shoulder Blade Knots!
    Feb 21, 2025 – 00:07:20
  • 434. How to Strengthen Your Heart—One Habit at a Time
    Feb 18, 2025 – 00:23:41
  • 433. Specific Eating Habits to Reduce Cholesterol
    Feb 14, 2025 – 00:05:47
  • 431. Climb Down on the Floor & Get Back Up Easily - How to Build Your Strength!
    Feb 7, 2025 – 00:09:12
  • 430. The Surprising FACTS of Ovarian Removal and Breast Cancer with Dr. Corinne Menn
    Feb 4, 2025 – 00:32:38
  • 429. Avoid Pelvic Floor Problems (Bladder Leakage, Pressure) when Training/Weight Lifting
    Jan 31, 2025 – 00:04:51
  • 428. Drinking Water - Are You Making These Mistakes?
    Jan 28, 2025 – 00:26:17
  • 427. Getting Laser-Focused to See BIG Health Changes in 2025
    Jan 24, 2025 – 00:08:44
  • 426. Quitter’s Day? The REAL Reason Why Most Goals Fail
    Jan 21, 2025 – 00:21:53
  • 425. Consistency Struggles? The Surprising Mindset Change You Need!
    Jan 17, 2025 – 00:04:25
  • 424. Unlocking Fascia: The Secret Key to Lifelong Energy & Health with Anna Rahe
    Jan 14, 2025 – 00:30:20
  • 423. This Easy 2-Step Process STOPS Mindless Snacking!
    Jan 10, 2025 – 00:09:47
  • 422. The Only 4 Nutrition Habits You Need to Feel Amazing
    Jan 7, 2025 – 00:31:30
  • 421. When Discouragement (Inevitably) Hits & You Lose Motivation
    Jan 3, 2025 – 00:06:47
  • 420. 10,000 Steps a Day? The Shocking Truth About Walking & What to Do NOW
    Dec 31, 2024 – 00:30:18
  • 419. Intuitive Eating: Yay or Nay? (You might be surprised!)
    Dec 27, 2024 – 00:05:09
  • 418. What is “Heavy Lifting” & Should You Be Doing It?
    Dec 24, 2024 – 00:10:45
  • 417. Getting Your Family On Board with Your Healthy Changes
    Dec 20, 2024 – 00:07:44
  • 416. Are You Thinking About HABITS All Wrong? with Monica Packer
    Dec 17, 2024 – 00:28:12
  • 415. Do Older Women Need MORE Protein to See Strength Gains?
    Dec 13, 2024 – 00:08:55
  • 414. The BEST Strategy to Avoid Overindulging During the Holidays!
    Dec 10, 2024 – 00:24:33
  • 413. Improving Wrist Strength & Mobility (Plus Modification Ideas for Weak Wrists!)
    Dec 6, 2024 – 00:08:59
  • 412. How to Eat for a Better Menopause with Dr. Federica Amati
    Dec 3, 2024 – 00:36:30
  • 411. Stuck in a Rut? New Meal Ideas to Boost Your Produce!
    Nov 29, 2024 – 00:04:52
  • 410. Dealing with Setbacks & Finding a Way Forward - The Encouragement You NEED!
    Nov 27, 2024 – 00:27:19
  • 409. Pelvic Floor Exercises for the BEST Pelvic Surgery/Hysterectomy Outcome
    Nov 22, 2024 – 00:04:26
  • 408. Got PAIN? Figuring Out What’s Causing Your Pain
    Nov 19, 2024 – 00:28:24
  • 407. Should You Force Yourself to Eat a Meal When You’re NOT Hungry?
    Nov 15, 2024 – 00:08:55
  • 406. Prolapse & Pelvic Floor Strength in Perimenopause & Menopause with Dr. Sara Reardon
    Nov 12, 2024 – 00:32:14
  • 405. Should an EFFECTIVE Workout Make You Sore?
    Nov 8, 2024 – 00:06:59
  • 404. Can Specific Exercises Lower Blood Pressure?
    Nov 5, 2024 – 00:24:48
  • 403. Kettlebells vs. Dumbbells - Which is Better?
    Nov 1, 2024 – 00:06:43
  • 402. Feeling Broken? UTI’s, Low Libido & Prolapse with Dr. Kelly Casperson
    Oct 29, 2024 – 00:31:00
  • 401. Do High Fat Foods Cause Belly Fat?
    Oct 25, 2024 – 00:03:10
  • 400. 3 Common Myths About Core Training & Reducing Belly Fat
    Oct 22, 2024 – 00:24:42
  • 399. Vibration Plates - Just a TREND or Can They Really Improve Your Health?
    Oct 18, 2024 – 00:07:43
  • 398. Busting “Meno-Myths” & Talking Menopause Hormone Therapy with Dr. Mary Claire Haver
    Oct 15, 2024 – 00:32:58
  • 397. How to Manage Joint Pain & Inflammation in Midlife
    Oct 11, 2024 – 00:07:40
  • 396. Frozen Shoulder - Every Woman Needs to Know This!
    Oct 8, 2024 – 00:20:24
  • 395. The BEST Exercises to Open Tight Shoulders and Chest Muscles
    Oct 4, 2024 – 00:07:20
Recent Reviews
  • SamBGuia
    Fanastic Show! Megan is a great host!
    Megan does an amazing job of breaking down complex health and wellness topics into simple, actionable tips. Keep up the great work :)
  • Trivia B
    Megan’s Podcasts
    I have stopped listening to music during my weight training sessions and have flipped over the listen to Megan’s podcast. She is smart, funny, and so informative. Thank you, Megan!
  • C3lticat
    Leaning into Anxiety in midlife
    Oh Megan, thank you so much for this episode with Mazi Robinson!! I’m in my mid 60s and have experienced so many changes, some by choice, others just part of the journey of aging. Anxiety has reared its ugly head increasingly more the past few years. To hear Mazi label it as a ‘feeling’ and something that we should recognize, evaluate and reason through was spot on! Midlife is not for sissies, and I’m finding the key is letting go of the preconceived notions of what I thought my life would look like, and instead, reevaluate and be open to new ideals, new experiences and new ways to process things. Thank you again for the conversation! Definitely one worth repeating!!
  • D2Fish
    Self Care Simplified
    The Self Care Simplified podcast is exactly that! Megan Dahlman covers a wide variety of topics like overcoming sugar cravings, how to get back to exercising after a break, hormones, nutrition and so much more. Each episode is full of doable or informative information. Each episode helps you in practical ways. Megan will leave you feeling encouraged and supported. A must listen!
  • KerryBestDesigns
    So much great info & motivation!
    I love it.
  • ghionik
    Such great information!
    Absolutely LOVE this podcast! So much useful and helpful knowledge that she shares in regards to healthy living and getting helpful information on aches and pains that come up in our bodies to get some relief with her videos. She is amazing!
  • Plant-girl
    Added sugar
    Thanks for great motivation ideas and info on added sugar. I am going to attempt to be more mindful. Its a challenge at 74, but necessary.
  • bummerz
    Life Changing
    Megan is changing my life. I have a better approach to fitness now with far less stress and injuries. Her coaching programs and motivation are on point. Thank you, Megan!
  • Michele510
    Well-being that’s attainable for anyone!
    Megan’s approach to health and well-being is so refreshing! This podcast confronts a space that’s totally oversaturated with the latest fad, trend, or gimmick and helps you cut through all of the noise and unnecessary distractions. Megan’s expertise, authenticity, and back-to-basics methodology come together to make a happy, healthy lifestyle attainable for anyone!
  • AKCheryl
    Really grateful for Self Care Simplified
    Megan, thank you so much for this program, i dig through old episodes because i just started listening and i have a whole bunch in my cue. You have been an integral part of me getting healthy and strong at 54. And have also introduced me to a bunch of other great resources. I really can’t thank you enough 💛
  • Jesus'RadioGirl
    5 Stars
    A Godsend Megan and this podcast is! I’m close to 50, shocked how my body is changing and this was not only a sturdy but soft place to land in the overwhelm of it all. Both my husband and I have some aches and pains. Around Mothers Day he gifted me her 30-Day Hip and Back fix. He watched me get the start of relief through key targeted stretches just after starting day one of the video series and he jumped in to follow!! Now he asks me “when should we do our stretches?” because they work! Eat your pros as she refers to took a lot of pressure off me, simplifying how food can be viewed vs sometimes how it is made complicated with fad diets. I love this podcast because Megan is knowledgeable, kind, has an easy to listen to voice, doesn’t repeat- always keeps fresh content and points so it’s a valuable use of time. I come away encouraged and hopeful! With a lot of choices out there podcast wise, hands down I look forward to this one dropping new episodes and listening to her archives! Thank you, Megan!!
  • ADBlodge
    Such helpful quality info
    Great info that simplifies taking care of our bodies. Not overwhelming, clear information & easy to implement.
  • Healthy Ester
    Megan Dahlman Podcasts
    I just recently discovered these podcasts and they are truly a wealth of information delivered in a simplified and clear manner. Megan touches on so many current health situations for menopausal women and creates exercises and eating plans that are very effective. Thank you Megan for all of your insightful and knowledgeable podcasts and videos. Respectfully, Margo Perriello
  • AmyH!!
    Wonderful, encouraging and so informative
    I have been listening to Megan’s podcast for a while now. She has such great information, and as a woman aporoagi g 57, I have found it incredibly help at learning to work, smarter not harder. She is also so encouraging, has the kindest disposition, and her voice is so easy to listen to. She’s very calming, nurturing, and always makes you feel like you can do something new m,one step at a time. I’m really appreciate all of the information that I have learned, and I could not recommend this podcast highly enough, especially for menopausal women, but for anyone. Thank you Megan , for doing this podcast as it has made a big difference for me not only physically, but helping me calm my mind and focus on what’s important with my training. I always learn something new, and these things can make a difference, lifelong for optimal health and well-being as we age. You are truly the best Amy H🙏❤️🌟❤️
  • Kjinlady
    Helpful
    Listening to this podcast helps to educate me and motivate me.
  • julie M O
    Life Changing Podcast
    3 years ago, I searched “Christian Health Podcast” and found Megan. 2 years ago I joined her coaching program. Since then, my eating habits have greatly improved. My 50+ year old self has less joint soreness and more strength, balance, and power than before I began listening. Her clear and doable instructions have literally changed my life for the better.
  • kcbfun
    She is for real! Practical
    I listen and watch then practice her advice. I instruct barre classes to folks 20-60yr old PLUS. Balance and flexibility is key! Megan’s easy guided exercises, training movements are key. Bone density is key!
  • take care of yourself
    Smart, reliable content
    I am so thrilled to have discovered you on Insta and from there, I started listening to your podcast. Thank you so many times over for putting in the time and effort to create such honest and thoughtful and reliable content. We need more practitioners like you!
  • daiw
    You won't be sorry
    Megan packs her podcast with sensible, NON-TRENDY, doable advice and movement. After listening to it for a while and getting to know her teaching style, I joined her JumpStart30 and JumpStart60 programs. They are life changing and I know my future self will be grateful that I invested a tiny amount of time and money learning from her. She gives away (for free) so much in her podcast, Instagram and Youtube channel, though, so do your body a solid and listen in!
  • DawnGT
    Beyond informative…. More like amazing info!
    I’ve been following Megan for a short time now but definitely consider myself a “lifer”. I absolutely love listening to her podcast as well as being a part of her “Jump Start 30” program. She has definitely become a great part of my ovarian cancer recovery family. She is one of the most understanding yet amazing coaches I’ve ever had! Thank you Megan for all you do to change the lives of others for the better!!!!!
  • MeganD_SM
    So great!
    I have learned so much from this show! 🙌
  • Fleurdelismom
    Excellent!
    Such an informative and encouraging podcast! Thank you for a balanced approach to important topics!
  • Budget Dragon
    Down to earth fitness and nutrition
    Thank you Megan! I love this podcast. I feel like I’m devouring every morsel. I can’t believe I just found you. I’ve been on a diet or feeling like I should be on a diet my entire life. I’m a 46-year old mom of three and work full time, so it’s always easier to put my health and fitness on the back burner. I appreciate your daily, simple approach and encouragement. Your grace and faith-filled message is so refreshing and positive. I love how you keep me from spiraling on my perfectionism norm and encourage reaching for the next practical, healthy decision all the while bringing it back to being thankful for my health and the amazing God-given body I have -endomorph and all! It’s not about perfect or not making mistakes, but how we consistently show up - mistakes and training all moving forward. I so appreciate this podcast!
  • lmsullivan1
    A must-listen!
    With multiple options online, sometimes it’s hard to find everything you’re looking for in a podcast. I feel so lucky to have found this podcast. I look forward to listening to her down to earth, simple explanations of everything from nutrition to exercise to mindset. She is extremely knowledgeable while being very “real life” and has simplified what being healthy means in ways that just make sense. She has helped me understand what being strong is all about and has made my goals feel attainable, I owe her so much and I thank God for putting her into my life. I highly recommend you listen to her podcast!!!
  • Jode_Kui
    Exercise Science
    I’m 54, with a degree in Exercise Science who had a stroke at 37. I have always been fit and ate a healthy diet and worked out. My hemorrhagic stroke left me in a coma for 2-1/2 weeks. My aphasia (speaking), drop foot and right arm have no benefit whatsoever. But, I have gotten so much out of this podcast!!!!! It’s the best!!!!! P.S. I also have a horse so I’m guessing that’s what kept me in a positive mindset, being, my stroke!!!! Thanks Meghan!!!!!!!!!!!
  • Lake star
    So Helpful!!
    So practical and doable tips! Thanks for answering my question, I love the your take on the topic!!
  • kyeae
    Best fitness expert
    Thank you, Megan, for teaching me so much about how to care for myself. I have always resisted exercise until this podcast. I am 43 years old and for the past two years, I have exercised regularly- that’s amazing! Megan’s programs are so doable, and they work, too. Her health tips are useable and useful. Plus, she follows Jesus and that influences her teachings, as it should. She just makes so much sense, and I recommend this podcast completely. Wish I could give it 10 stars! ⭐️
  • KelDShaw
    300 Episode
    I absolutely love your advice and expertise of how to do each and every stretch and movement in detail. Wonderful pod cast to remind us that we need to keep going to get the best results. Thank you for all you do!
  • Ran_CMD
    Selfcare Simplified podcast 298
    Giving 5 stars ! Great interview with Megan Dahlman and Dr Jen! I have been told many of the things that were discussed about my back and SI joint. I did exactly what you said not to do. I quit working out because I hurt so much and that’s what I should not have done! Great episode. Thank you Megan! Dessa
  • Cczock
    Best advice I’ve found for core work, lovely soothing voice
    I recently found Megan after hearing her as a guest on another podcast and quickly followed her Self Care Simplified podcast and her IG, and YouTube! I’ve signed up and completed her amazing 5 day core challenge and WOW even after working out for the past 5 yrs her clear instructions, simple but effective guided movements brought my core muscles alive! The pace she teaches, her soothing voice (she should do voice overs or narrate a book 🥰) and the way she brings the mind to muscle connection awareness is the best I’ve found. Plus, her practical ways to implement the core awareness throughout my day has been so effective and practical! Loving the podcast topics as I binge them on my walks and while working! Receiving guidance from a fellow Believer is an added bonus! Thanks Megan, I’m a fan for life & am sharing your fabulous training with the people in my life!
  • *sable*
    Megan’s podcasts are great!!!
    Megan’s podcasts are chock full of information that is easily digested. The podcast is sometimes moving, sometimes humorous but always full of practical ideas that can be incorporated into your daily life to improve your health and well being.
  • Codexleicester
    Phenomenal
    The information, the delivery, the perfect length . . . I’m so, so grateful for this podcast! And also for the networking, finding new resources and discovering that some of my favorites, like Dr. Tabitha Barber, have been on each other’s shows. We need to support each other and the gentle, practical advice hits just the right spot.
  • Cate 8585
    Always learn something new
    I love how each podcast gives me “food for thought”. Supportive and caring and a well-educated trainer.
  • SusinMS
    Practical, Useful, Motivating
    I love how practical the advice, stretches, exercises, and nutrition advice are. It’s a doable, reasonable, enjoyable plan for the long term.
  • Violinelisa
    Recommend for moms
    Practical help for me as a mom to think about my own fitness and nutrition.
  • Emerick44
    One of a Kind!
    Do you want to be made well? Some of us have swallowed the lie that in order to be good it has to be hard and painful. Megan is a lone voice gently calling out that fitness and nutrition can be transformed by small steps, degree by degree. This program requires patience to trust that she is going to help for the long term not just a quick fix. I’m so thankful for Megan and her strong yet gentle voice of truth!!!!
  • mybusyangels
    Searching for help
    I have been searching for guidance to start a weight loss journey. I love how Megan is calming and does not make you feel overwhelmed with all the information. I love how she combines fitness and nutrition to help you feel like your goal is obtainable.
  • BigGold91
    New listener
    Really enjoy listening to Meghan. The episodes are informative and helpful. She does keep it very simple and explains why and how.
  • Emotionally Healthy Legacy
    Practical and actionable!
    So helpful and inspiring for moms to take good care of themselves! Kids are not our excuse. They are our reason! Thank you Megan! -Elizabeth
  • MbLindy
    Very informative and knowledgeable!
    Such a great podcast… I learn something every time I listen. With all the information about nutrition and exercise available- Megan gives such balanced advice and provides the encouragement that change is possible at any age!
  • Laubeth62
    Informative
    Delightful and very informative!
  • ShellyDoc
    I Walked Into Something Really Good 😊
    Having gotten to know Megan as a fellow podcaster, I was immediately connected to her passion for how she approaches fitness! I heard today’s episode right after id come back from my walk…and I was struck by the simplicity of her presentation of information that spoke to me. And I learned what I really needed was not just a walking regimen for cardio but a whole lot more. As soon as I felt overwhelmed at the task ahead of me, her reassuring voice encouraged that I was not alone. So I’ve taken the plunge into Jump Start 30 and am looking forward to the transformation process 🤗 Thanks for doing this episode, Megan!!
  • L@ndber
    Best podcast
    I enjoy listening to Self Care Simplified podcasts. I like the calm, no pressure approach that provides great information that motivates me to keep going. I recently lost 40 lbs after going through 2 major surgeries within 6 months. I now need to regain strength and stamina and these podcasts make me feel empowered to get it done. Thank you Megan Dahlman!
  • GoodNamesAllTaken812
    Loads of Practical Advice
    What I love about Megan’s podcast is that she gives you clear explanations for the Why of her advice. Not overly technical, but you always learn something about how your body or nutrition or exercise works. Sensible, actionable tips and pointers. She’s relatable, friendly and cheerful - but not TOO cheerful 😜
  • KristenB36
    So Helpful!
    This is such a great podcast. Megan covers all the topics women are thinking about: menopause, healthy eating, realistic strengthening and meaningful stretching. There’s no fluff, no fuss, just real advice! Thank you Megan!!!
  • RSH625
    Megan is the BEST
    I love this podcast. Megan provides so much down-to-earth, applicable advise. She is also an excellent coach, and I’ve taken two of her online programs- Jumpstart 30 and Jumpstart 60. I recommend highly, even if you’re older (65 yrs strong), like me. : ) - Rebecca H.
  • GoodnightNina
    Positive and helpful
    I really like this podcast, and identify with several of the issues that she talks about and I found it really helpful, especially with self-esteem issues from childhood and recognizing where past hurts are influencing me.
  • Wordywordup
    A blessing & valuable content
    So glad I found you through Instagram. You are uplifting and positive and I find myself looking for your new posts there. Now I need to catch up on all of your podcasts and learn more. Thank you for providing such valuable content and sharing your knowledge. You are a blessing to so many. God continues to use you for His kingdom bless you.
  • Pelliaut
    Positive and Practical
    This podcast is inspiring in such a “can do” positive way. Simple practical idea, with motivation around every corner! Thank you!
  • @kimstewinspired
    Just what this momma needs
    This Christian momma is delighted to discover this show! I love how Megan and her guests are putting our health and self care as first priority. Be sure to check out her convos with Andrea F and Amy W. :) Kim Stewart | Book Marketing Mania for Christian Authors
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