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Embrace Your Real

Welcome to Embrace Your Real with me, Julie Ledbetter, a podcast where I empower you to just be you. My hope for you is to stop hating your body, picking a part every flaw, questioning your worth, doubting your strength, making excuses, and constantly starting over.

I get it, I’ve been there. I know it feels like an impossible cycle to break, but let me tell you: I’ve successfully broken the decade long struggle, and over the last 8 years I have helped thousands of other woman do the same. I know it’s possible and that’s why I am here to ensure you do, too!

Every episode, I dish you a dose of real talk and actionable advice for building the body you want, creating unshakable confidence and embracing your authentic self.

Each week I share my secrets on how to honor your body with movement, nourish your body with exactly what it needs, and give you transformative mental shifts that will help you show up for your life in a powerful way.

Are you ready to embrace your real? Let’s get it, let’s go!

Latest Episodes:

Struggling With Body Image, Fitness & Food? Here's 5 Things That Helped Me Aug 18, 2022

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I know many of you listen to this podcast because you struggle with your relationship with food, with fitness, with your body and maybe even yourself. I do the best I can to provide all the guidance I can, but sometimes you need more than that. I want you to know that it is OKAY to ask for help. I didn't heal my relationship with food and fitness and body alone. Without my husband, I might still be stuck where I was. Things I discuss: Spending time in Prayer and God's Word. Prioritized Educating Myself Found Other Like Minded Women Became aware of what I allowed myself to WATCH & LISTEN to Learn To Become your biggest cheerleader Link mentioned in this episode: Episode 106: Ask Me Anything: My Spiritual Journey Pt.1 Episode 184: What to Do When Things Aren't Going Your Way Episode 197: Real Talk on Building Confidence in 2022 Episode 1: How I Stopped Hating My Body And Finally Embraced My Real If you want more from me, be sure to check out: Instagram: @embraceyourreal | @movementwithjulie Website: www.juliealedbetter.com Free ebook: www.juliealedbetter.com/free-ebook Amazon storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/influencer-6bda1ca8?ref=cm_sw_em_r_inf_pub_influencer-6bda1ca8_dp_DgsIam9salgfi

6 Rules for Determining The Weight to Use in Your Workouts Aug 15, 2022

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How much weight should you be lifting?! That is the ultimate question, am I right? Seriously, this is one of the most frequently asked questions I get and that's why I've decided to dedicate an entire podcast episode to the topic. Not only am I going to explain how much weight you should begin with if you are new to working out, but explain how to know when you need to move up in weight, how you should constantly be monitoring if you need to move up in weight, why it's important to continue lifting heavier weights, and how to know if you are lifting TOO heavy of weights. Things I discuss: Rule #1: Start light and work your way up Rule #2: You should never compromise form. Rule #3: The goal is to be able to perform 70-90% of the movements with ease Rule #4: If you can't perform 8 reps, you're trying to lift too heavy. If you can easily perform 12 reps, you're lifting too light Rule #5: Use progressive overload Rule #6: You need to get uncomfortable Link mentioned in this episode: Episode 13: How Much Weight Should I be Lifting? Episode 68: Getting Off Your Fitness Plateau with Progressive Overload https://www.movementwithjulie.com/ If you want more from me, be sure to check out… Instagram: @embraceyourreal | @movementwithjulie Website: www.juliealedbetter.com Free e-book: www.juliealedbetter.com/free-ebook Amazon storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/influencer-6bda1ca8?ref=cm_sw_em_r_inf_pub_influencer-6bda1ca8_dp_DgsIam9salgfi

5 Dieting Truths You Need to Know Aug 11, 2022

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Are you on diet? Do you think you need to go on a diet? Or, do you see results and quickly gain the weight back? Or, do you get an a diet and can never seem to stick with it? Do you think you need "more willpower" to see results? If you answered yes to any of these questions, this episode is for you. I'm about to bust 5 weight loss myths and bring you so real talk on what's actually the TRUTH. What I discuss: Truth #1: If dieting worked, you wouldn't be on your 100th diet right now Truth #2: If your habits are unsustainable, your results will be, too Truth #3: Your body is pushing you off your diet for a reason Truth #4: You don't need to eat less, you need to eat RIGHT Truth #5: Obsessing about losing weight doesn't help you lose more weight Link mentioned in this episode: You can start your macro counting journey by heading over to macrocoutningmadesimple.com If you want more from me, be sure to check out: Instagram: @embraceyourreal | @movementwithjulie Website: www.juliealedbetter.com Free ebook: www.juliealedbetter.com/free-ebook Amazon storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/influencer-6bda1ca8?ref=cm_sw_em_r_inf_pub_influencer-6bda1ca8_dp_DgsIam9salgfi

Instructor Led Workouts vs. Go-At-Your-Own-Pace Workouts Aug 08, 2022

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In this episode of Embrace Your Real, we are going to chat about instructor-led workouts vs. "go at your own pace" workouts. We are going to dive into the pro's and con's of each to help you decide which option makes the most sense for you. Instructor-led workouts could be riding your peloton, going to Orange Theory, or turning on a Beach Body workout like Insanity or doing P90X on your laptop, just any workout where an instructor is leading you through the workout and you are following their lead through the entire workout. On the flip side, a "go at your own pace" workout is one where you have a plan for what the workout is, and you may even have video tutorials of what the exercises are, but you perform the workout at your own speed and are not following along to a video. Both have their pro's and con's, it just depends on what makes most sense for you and that's what we are going to figure out in this episode. By the end, you will have a clear idea of what workout style best fits your needs. Link mentioned in this episode: You can try the Movement with Julie app out by getting the first month 50% off! Usually it's $20 a month, but you can now try out your first month for just $10. Just head over to: https://www.movementwithjulie.com/ If you want more from me, be sure to check out… Instagram: @embraceyourreal | @movementwithjulie Website: www.juliealedbetter.com Free ebook: www.juliealedbetter.com/free-ebook Amazon storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/influencer-6bda1ca8?ref=cm_sw_em_r_inf_pub_influencer-6bda1ca8_dp_DgsIam9salgfi

5 Ways To Monitor Your Progress Without The Scale Aug 04, 2022

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Girl, step off the scale! It's not doing anything helpful for your mental health and it doesn't even track your progress in an accurate way. If the scale is triggering for you, or you find yourself way too obsessed with it, step off it now. The scale shouldn't ruin your day, your confidence, your happiness, or your worth. The scale should be tossed in the trash you and should adopt other ways of measuring your progress. So in this episode of Embrace Your Real, I share 5 BETTER and way more effective ways to track your results without ever having to step on the scale again. 5 ways to measure progress without a scale:

Energy level
Strength
Consistency
Progress photos
Measure your body's other numbers.

Link mentioned in this episode: Episode 37: Weight Loss vs. Fat Loss: What's the Difference & Why Does it Matter? If you want more from me, be sure to check out: Instagram: @embraceyourreal | @movementwithjulie Website: www.juliealedbetter.com Workout app: sale.movementwithjulie.com Amazon storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/influencer-6bda1ca8?ref=cm_sw_em_r_inf_pub_influencer-6bda1ca8_dp_DgsIam9salgfi

8 Things I Do to Make Nourishing My Body a Lifestyle Aug 01, 2022

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I have been counting my macros for almost a decade. And since I've stopped doing competitions and found a new normal with my body, my body size and shape haven't fluctuated all that much. But here's the thing: I have made nourishing my body a lifestyle and because of that my weight is not continuously going up and down. I don't have to "get back on track" the same way I know other woman need to. But, the difference is that many women are dieting and not making nourishment a lifestyle. So many women ask me how I have the willpower to stay on track all the time. But here's the thing: I don't need willpower. Seriously, I don't need one ounce of willpower and in this episode I'm going to explain what I do to essentially "stay on track" without needing willpower through making nourishing your body a lifestyle. What I discuss:

I know what my body needs.
There is no scarcity in my "diet"
I "budget" my food.
I know when to chose memories over macros and vice versa to keep my life balanced.
I pay attention to how food makes me feel.
I prioritize cooking delicious meals.
I honor my body with movement daily
I focus on consistency over perfection.

Links mentioned in this episode: Get my recipe guides: https://www.juliealedbetter.com/recipe-guides Macro Counting Made Simple Online Academy: www.macrocou n tingmadesimple.com If you want more from me, be sure to check out… Instagram: @embraceyourreal | @movementwithjulie Website: www.juliealedbetter.com Free ebook: www.juliealedbetter.com/free-ebook Amazon storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/influencer-6bda1ca8?ref=cm_sw_em_r_inf_pub_influencer-6bda1ca8_dp_DgsIam9salgfi

6 Steps to Feeling Comfortable and Confident in Shorts Jul 28, 2022

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Let's chat about SHORTS. I know shorts may be your nemesis, but I also know you WISH you could wear them. I'm here to tell you, YOU CAN WEAR THEM and you CAN WEAR THEM WITH CONFIDENCE. Don't believe me? You will after you follow these 6 steps I'm about to share with you! What I discuss:

Wear shorts around the house.
Take care of your legs.
Work out your legs.
Find your perfect pair of shorts.
Start working out in shorts
Toss all the steps out the window and just go wear the dang shorts! :)

Link mentioned in this episode: Episode 87: Real Talk on Hating Your Body If you want more from me, be sure to check out: Instagram: @embraceyourreal | @movementwithjulie Website: www.juliealedbetter.com Workout app: sale.movementwithjulie.com Amazon storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/influencer-6bda1ca8?ref=cm_sw_em_r_inf_pub_influencer-6bda1ca8_dp_DgsIam9salgfi

My Weekly Workout Split Jul 25, 2022

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In this episode of Embrace Your Real, we are going to chat through what my weekly workout split looks like and why I have chosen this split for optimal results. A workout split is how you divide up your workouts throughout the week either by body region, movement, specific body part, or by lift. This divide-and-conquer approach to exercise allows you to focus your efforts in a way that optimizes results. All of this is also science-backed and a split that I have been doing for years. It's also the workout split I use with my Movement with Julie ladies. Ready to optimize your weekly workouts? This episode is for you! Links mentioned in this episode: Workout app: sale.movementwithjulie.com Episode 233: Resistance Training vs. Endurance Training: What Your Weekly Training Schedule Should Look Like: https://www.juliealedbetter.com/embrace-your-real/resistance-training-vs-endurance-training-what-your-weekly-training-schedule-should-look-like If you want more from me, be sure to check out… Instagram: @embraceyourreal | @movementwithjulie Website: www.juliealedbetter.com Macro Counting Made Simple Online Academy: www.macrocou n tingmadesimple.com Free ebook: www.juliealedbetter.com/free-ebook Amazon storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/influencer-6bda1ca8?ref=cm_sw_em_r_inf_pub_influencer-6bda1ca8_dp_DgsIam9salgfi

My Ultimate Reset Guide Jul 21, 2022

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It's not simple to ALWAYS stick to your routine. Plus, when you got out of your routine, sometimes it's hard to get back with it, right? Even though you know how much better you will feel if you move your body or nourish your body, actually doing it always seems to be another story! When I feel myself starting to get off track a bit, or feeling not so motivated, I have a little reset protocol I like to follow that makes getting back into the swing of things super easy. In this episode of the Embrace Your Real podcast, I walk you through this protocol, step by step, and explain why it's so powerful! What I discuss:

Honor your body with movement, it doesn't have to be a workout, it just needs to be movement of any kind.
Focus on exclusively tracking your protein intake consistently.
Hydrate! You need to flush out those toxins and reset your hunger hormones.
Get at least 8 hours of sleep each night for at least two weeks. This will give you the energy to feel like yourself again and help you get control of your cravings.
Plan out and visualize. Your brain can't differentiate between what you vividly imagine and your reality. So visualize yourself as your healthiest self and your brain will start to align your actions with this visualization.

Links mentioned in this episode: Macro Counting Made Simple Online Academy: www.macrocou n tingmadesimple.com Workout app: sale.movementwithjulie.com Amazon storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/influencer-6bda1ca8?ref=cm_sw_em_r_inf_pub_influencer-6bda1ca8_dp_DgsIam9salgfi If you want more from me, be sure to check out… Instagram: @embraceyourreal | @movementwithjulie Website: www.juliealedbetter.com Free ebook: www.juliealedbetter.com/free-ebook

8 Ways to Make Macro Counting Simple (For Getting Started or Getting Back on Track) Jul 18, 2022

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Are you just getting into macro counting but it feels too daunting? Or, having you gotten off track with your macro counting and can't seem to get yourself going again? Which ever one you are, this episode of Embrace Your Real is for you. I'm going to share a few ways that will make macro counting feel SO SUPER simple that you'll have no problem getting back on track or getting started in the first place. What I discuss:

Start with tracking protein only
Track breakfast and lunch only
Prep ingredients.
Prep your snacks
Commit to macro counting for just two weeks.
Be conscious, but not obsessive.
Realize sometimes you need to choose memories over macros.
Get some help!

Links mentioned in this episode: Macro Counting Made Simple Online Academy: www.macrocou n tingmadesimple.com If you want more from me, be sure to check out… Instagram: @embraceyourreal | @movementwithjulie Website: www.juliealedbetter.com Workout app: sale.movementwithjulie.com Free ebook: www.juliealedbetter.com/free-ebook Amazon storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/influencer-6bda1ca8?ref=cm_sw_em_r_inf_pub_influencer-6bda1ca8_dp_DgsIam9salgfi

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