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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:

My 2021 Body Goals Feb 04, 2021

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Real talk: I have body goals. I have body goals just as much as anyone else, BUT I think my body goals look quite a bit different than the average woman. Let me first tell you what my 2021 body goals ARE NOT…

It is not losing weight.

It is not having a six-pack or a flatter stomach.

It's not having the MOST defined muscles⁣⁣.

It's not having a very low body fat percentage⁣⁣.

It's not having zero cellulite dimples on my body⁣⁣.

It's not having a"picture-perfect"body.

I know what you're thinking…if those aren't my body goals, then what ARE?! In this episode, I'll explain why these aren't my goals and why they shouldn't be yours either…

Plus, be sure to check out Episode 42: How to Lose Weight Naturally

9 Signs You're Under-Nourishing Your Body Feb 01, 2021

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Serious question: Are you being healthy or are you depriving yourself? Most people get these two confused, or they think they are the same thing. But the truth is, the two are not synonymous. If you do feel deprived when trying to be "healthy",then sis, I have some news to break to you: You're doing it wrong. There is absolutely no reason to feel deprived when nourishing your body with what it needs. So for those of you who may think you're being "healthy", I want to chat about a 9 signs that you're in fact, under-nourishing yourself. If this episode empowered you, be sure to check out Episode 18: What Happens When You Don't Eat Enough. In this episode, I break down why overly restricting your calories is not an effective or healthy way to create lasting weight loss. I dive into why you should never live in a caloric deficit, how it's damaging your metabolism, as well as the entire functioning of your body, and signs you aren't eating enough calories. If you are under-nourishing yourself, I highly recommend learning about reverse dieting in Episode 46: Why You Should Consider a Reverse Diet (The Only Diet I Support!) to help you start nourishing your body correctly without gaining weight. Plus, be sure to check out Episode 16: 3 Things Your Food Cravings Are Trying to Tell You.

My #1 Advice for Overcoming Comparison Jan 28, 2021

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Let's be real, who DOESN'T struggle with comparing themselves to others? I believe it's our natural response, but I also believe it robs us of our happiness. We look at other people's lives and think they have more, they are more successful, they make more money, they are happier, they are in better shape, and the list goes on and on. But here's the truth….most of our comparison stems from us not actually knowing what "success" and " happiness" means to us. We look at others being happy so we think that's what we need to be happy and we won't be happy until we have that, too. And the same is true for success. But do we REALLY know if what they have will make us happy? And does success mean the same thing to us as it does to them? I know it can seem impossible for you to stop comparing yourself to others but I promise, there is a way to break-free and I'm about to share how in this episode! If you loved this episode, you'll also love... Episode 31: How to Stop Comparing Yourself to Others

3 Reminders About Changing Your Body Jan 25, 2021

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I talk a lot of about loving your body just how it is right now, no matter. But I also talk a lot about counting macros, moving your body, and building the body you want. And I know that may sound a little counter-intuitive, right? But the truth is, changing your body and loving your body go hand-in-hand. And in today's episode, I'm going to explain why by sharing three important reminders about changing your body.

If you loved this episode, be sure to check out Episode 23: 5 Steps to Building Unshakeable Confidence.

10 Habits That Can Damage Your Mental Health Jan 21, 2021

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Most of us focus WAY more on our physical health than our mental health. But honestly, I think most of us would be physically healthier if we paid more attention to our mental health. Because most of our struggles when it comes to getting physically healthier, stem from us being mentally unhealthy, right? So in this episode, I'm going to chat with you about 10 habits that are damaging your mental health. Here's a sneak peek:

Not eating enough food
Not getting enough sleep.
Not doing enough of what you're truly passionate about
Spending too much time on social media
Not setting boundaries
Not expressing your emotions
Not honoring your body with movement
Comparing yourself and your life to others
Holding yourself to unrealistic standards
Not saying NO enough.

If you loved this episode, be sure to check out episode 79: Three Things That Deserve Boundariesand episode 39: How To Stop Comparing Yourself to Others. Both are super relevant to what I discuss in this episode and I know you'll find them extremely helpful!

5 Eating Habits You Need to Break ASAP Jan 18, 2021

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After working with women for several years on healing their relationship with food, fitness and their body, there are 5 eating habits that I found to be the most common. So if you, too, are struggling with these relationships, then I'm guessing you have at least one, if not ALL, of these habits. And sister, I'm about to tell you why they are problems and why need to break them asap. Be sure to check out 18: What Happens When You Don't Eat Enough and 51: Are You Eating Enough Fiber? Both are super relevant to what I discuss in this episode and I know you'll find them extremely helpful!

Real Talk on 3 Things you THINK are Problems (But Actually Aren't) Jan 14, 2021

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Are you ready for some REAL talk, sister? Because I'm about to bring it in this episode! If you're unhappy with the body you have now, I know you probably blame at least one of three things: your body, what you're doing, and what you're eating. I'm here to tell you that these three things in fact are NOT the problem. Say what?! Check out this episode to find out why, and what the actual problem IS. If you loved this episode, then I know you'll also love episode 89: The 3 M's for Honoring your body. Because if you think these three things are problems, then I know you haven't been honoring your body…you have been punishing your body and it's time you learn how to actually HONOR IT.

6 Steps for Making Any Habit Stick Jan 11, 2021

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Okay, it's officially 2021 and I know it's motivating you to build new habits in your life, right? But how many times have we tried to adopt new habits and they just don't stick? How many times do we wish we could do something consistently but we just can't seem to get ourselves to do it? We know we would benefit from it, we know it would elevate the quality of our life, but for some reason, the habit never becomes a habit. So how do we troubleshoot this? How do we ensure the habits we want to adopt actually become real habits in our lives? Lucky for you, I have 6 step process for making any habit stick! If you loved this episode, I know you'll also love… 7 Steps to Setting (And Actually Reaching) Your Goals

5 Messages You Need to Hear About Your "Holiday Weight Gain" Jan 07, 2021

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It's the beginning of the year, the holidays are officially over, the holiday high is wearing off, and the reality of life is beginning to set in. I know so many of you are looking in the mirror saying things like, "I'm fat", "I need to lose weight", "I feel and look so gross","Why did I let myself eat all of that?"What did I let myself go?" Do any of these thoughts sound familiar? If you're finding yourself in this place, I have five super important messages I share with you in this episode of Embrace Your Real. If you're unsure on how to approach changing your body WITHOUT using a quick fix, girl, I'm here for you. This is why I'm launching my Honor Your Body Challenge to help you avoid those quick fixes I know you'll be tempted to cling onto. My challenge gives you the exact framework you need for honoring your body long-term. After the 4-weeks, you'll have built a solid foundation for yourself to keep building on. If that sounds like exactly what you need, then head over to honoryourbodychallenge.com.

9 Things I Learned in 2020 Jan 04, 2021

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2020 has been a YEAR to the say the least. I know many of us just want to cross this year off the list and never look back, but at the same time, this year has presented itself with so many lessons to be learned. I took the time to sit down and really think about the things that 2020 has taught me because I truly believe there are lessons to be learned in every life circumstance. So in this episode, I share the nine most important things 2020 has taught me. Here's a sneak peek:

Let go of any attachment to life going a certain way.
Let things be.
If you can't change what's happening around you, change what's happening within you.
Be adaptable.
Don't take anything for granted.
Give more grace to yourself and others.
Listen and try to understand other's points of view.
Community is the most important thing we could ever have.
Most of us live an unbelievably fortunate and privileged life.

If you loved this episode, I know you will also love… Episode 40: 30 Things About Life I've Learned To Be True [Birthday Episode!]

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