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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…
Episodes
- Embrace Your Real
How to Choose the Right Protein Powder for You
Protein powder should be simple, but the supplement industry has made it anything but. With dozens of types, misleading labels, and marketing designed to…
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What to Actually Do When You're Really Sore
Most people treat soreness as proof that a workout worked, the more destroyed you feel the next day the better the session must have been. But soreness is not…
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How To Stop Feeling Guilty Doing Things You Actually Enjoy
Hey hey beautiful human! One question for you: When did enjoying something become something I need permission for? When did hobbies turn into something that…
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4 Ways to Talk to Yourself Like Someone You Actually Love
Hey, hey beautiful human! Today, I want to to talk about something that is very important to me. Why are so many of us walking around being their own harshest…
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Adjusting Your Nutrition When Your Workouts Change
Have you been eating the same way for months… even though your workouts look completely different now? If you've added training days, increased intensity…
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Why You Feel Hungry Right After Working Out (And What to Do)
You finish a workout feeling strong and accomplished… and then twenty minutes later you're standing in front of the fridge wondering why you're suddenly…
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5 Workout Mistakes That Keep You Spinning Your Wheels
If you've been working out consistently but feel like your progress has stalled, this episode is for you. I break down five subtle workout mistakes that can…
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Why Your Body Might Feel Stronger Than It Looks (And What to Do About It)
Have you ever had a stretch where your workouts feel strong, your energy is up, and your recovery is better… but when you look in the mirror, you do not see…
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How to Actually Get Enough Protein in Your Diet (When It Feels Impossible)
If you feel like getting enough protein is a constant struggle, you are not alone. I talk to women every single week who know protein matters for building…
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3 Questions to Ask Before You Start Tracking Macros as a Mom
If you're a mom wondering when you should start tracking macros, this episode is for you. I get this question all the time, especially from new moms who want…
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My Best Tips for Feeling Confident in Your Body
If you've been having one of those seasons where getting dressed feels frustrating, the mirror feels loud, or you keep comparing yourself to who you used to…
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The Permission I Wish Someone Had Given Me Sooner
For years, I believed rest was something you earned. I thought I had to work hard enough, prove I was disciplined enough, and hit the next goal before I was…
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7 Unconventional Ways to Stay Consistent (And Actually See Results)
If you've ever started a new routine feeling super motivated, only to fall off a few weeks later and wonder why you cannot stay consistent, this episode is for…
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Why Walking Before vs. After Meals Changes Everything
Walking is one of the simplest habits you can build, but when you walk can make a real difference. In this episode, I break down the difference between walking…
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The 3 Phases of Training + Why and How to Cycle Through Them
Today I want to talk about something that, once it clicks, is such a relief. Your training is not supposed to feel the same all the time. Even when you're…
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What Changed When I Stopped Waiting to Feel Ready
If you've been waiting to feel confident before you start the thing… this episode is your wake-up call. Whether it's the workout, the application, the…
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Feeling Weaker Before Your Period, Here's What's Actually Happening
Hello, beautiful human. Today we're talking about that week before your period — when your workouts suddenly feel harder. The same weights feel heavier. Your…
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3 Things To Remember When You Feel Like You're Failing
If you've ever ended a day feeling like nothing went according to plan, like you dropped every ball you were trying to juggle, or like you somehow failed at…
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The Best Workout Split to Follow in 2026
If workouts have started to feel confusing or harder to stay consistent with, even though you genuinely want to take care of your body, or if you have ever…
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Why Imperfect Consistency Beats Trying to Be Perfect Every Time
Perfectionism has a sneaky way of showing up in fitness, even when your intentions are good. It sounds like needing the perfect plan, the perfect week, or the…
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Fad Diet Truths (and What Actually Works Instead)
If January has you questioning your relationship with food all over again… If the start of the year brings a flood of new promises, strict plans, and messages…
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How to Quiet the Voice That Says You're Not Enough
There's a voice that shows up for so many women, and it usually gets loud right when you're trying to grow. It's the one that tells you you're not doing…
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The 30-Day Strength Reboot You Need to Follow in January
Hello beautiful human! This episode is for you if January feels heavy and you're already feeling pressure to do everything perfectly. If you've ever started…
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Why the Word "Should" Will Keep You Stuck in 2026
This episode is for you if the start of a new year has brought up quiet pressure instead of clarity. If thoughts like "I should be further along," "I should be…
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My Fitness Goals for 2026
This episode is for you if you are heading into a new year and realizing that your fitness goals need to support more than just how you look. Instead of…
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Anti-Hustle January: Progress Without Burnout
This episode is for you if January already has you feeling behind, tired, and overwhelmed by the pressure to change everything at once. Instead of pushing…
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5 Things to Let Go Of This Year + 5 Things to Remember Going Into the New Year
This episode is for you if you are walking into the new year feeling a mix of gratitude, exhaustion, hope, and maybe a little disappointment that things did…
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A Reminder on The Real Meaning of Christmas
Today's episode is a simple pause in the middle of a full day. Christmas can feel busy and rushed, and it's easy to move through the morning without slowing…
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Boot Camp + Group Fitness Classes: Why They Aren't Ideal for Building the Body You Want
Today's episode is for the woman who has been showing up, sweating through boot camps and circuit-style classes, but not really seeing the muscle definition or…
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5 Weight Gain Truths You Need to Hear Right Now
Today's episode is here to help you breathe a little easier. If the scale has shifted or your clothes feel different after the holidays, it can bring up worry…
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25 Things I Learned in 2025
Today's episode is a look back at the lessons that shaped me this year. 2025 stretched me, softened me, and taught me so much about motherhood, faith…
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What Is a Deload Week and Why You Need One
Today's episode is for the woman who has been training hard but feeling more tired than strong. If your workouts suddenly feel heavier, your motivation is…
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7 Metabolism Myths That Are Wrecking Your Progress
Today's episode is all about one of the most misunderstood topics in women's health and fitness: your metabolism. If you've ever felt like your body has…
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8 Signs You're Burnt Out + What Your Body Really Needs
Today we're diving into something that a lot of us feel but don't always catch in the moment: Burnout. Not the regular kind of tired where a good night's sleep…
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The Truth About Resistance Band Workouts: Why They're Way More Effective Than You Think
Today's episode is all about a tool that so many women overlook but absolutely shouldn't. If you've ever wondered whether resistance bands are actually…
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My 5 Go-To Bible Verses for Thanksgiving This Year
Today's episode is a little different, and honestly, one that feels really special to share. As much as I love talking about movement, nutrition, and mindset…
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What Every Woman Needs To Know This Holiday Season
The holidays bring joy, connection, celebration, and memories. They also tend to bring stress, unpredictability, and that old tug-of-war between wanting to…
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4 Reminders That Changed How I See My Body
The holidays can bring so much joy, and they can also stir up body image thoughts that steal your peace. Photos, family comments, richer foods, and a disrupted…
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Holiday Fitness Q&A: Staying Consistent Without the Guilt
The holidays are a beautiful season, but they can also be a season where your routine gets stretched. Travel, family gatherings, different foods, colder…
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How to Maintain Progress When You're at 60% Effort
Today, I want to talk about something that so many of us struggle to accept — the idea that you can't always give 100%. Some days, weeks, or even months… all…
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7 Rules You Need This Thanksgiving + Holiday Season
The holidays can bring so much joy, but let's be honest, they can also bring stress. Between travel, family gatherings, endless food options, and your normal…
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What If Self-Discipline Has Been Misunderstood This Whole Time?
For years, we've been told that discipline means pushing harder, eating cleaner, and saying no to anything that doesn't fit the plan. But what if that version…
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What I Learned From Tracking Macros for Almost 15 Years (and How I Do It Differently Now)
Today's episode is one I've been so excited to record because this is a story that's been such a big part of my own journey — and one that I know so many of…
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7 reasons you've stopped seeing results after years of training
If you've been lifting consistently for years but your progress has stalled, your strength feels the same, your body looks the same, and your motivation is…
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The One Mistake Women Make with Dumbbells
If you've been showing up consistently but not seeing the strength or definition you want, this episode might just reveal why. The most common mistake I see…
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Pre-Holiday Pep Talk: How to Stay Consistent and Confident Through the Holidays
The holidays are around the corner, and let's be honest, this season can feel like a minefield when it comes to food, fitness, and consistency. One minute…
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Should I Eat After 7pm? The Truth You Need to Hear
You've probably heard the "rule" that you shouldn't eat after 7pm if you want to see results. Maybe you've even felt guilty grabbing a late snack, like the…
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5 exercises that don't actually build the body you want
You're showing up for workouts, putting in the effort, but you're not seeing the changes you want in your body. Sound familiar? The truth is, it might not be…
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Why You Need a Monthly Check-In With Yourself
Most women only pause to reflect when things start to fall apart — when motivation dips, workouts stall, or nutrition feels off track. But waiting until you're…
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GLP-1s: Tool or Crutch? Let's Get Honest
You've probably seen it all over social media GLP's, and maybe even wondered if a GLP-1 medication could be the answer you've been looking for. But here's the…
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What You Aren't Changing, You Are Choosing
Today, I want to talk about something that goes beyond motivation or surface-level advice. Because let's be real—building the body you want isn't just about…
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8 sneaky things stopping you from building a stronger core
Hey, hey beautiful human… Welcome back to another episode of Embrace Your Real. Today we are diving into something that almost every woman asks me about at…
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Why Comparison is Stealing Your Body Confidence
Hey beautiful human! You were feeling good… until one scroll on social media made you question everything about your body. Sound familiar? Whether it's…
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Understanding Your Metabolism 101
Ever caught yourself saying, "I just have a slow metabolism," or "My metabolism broke after I turned 30"? You're not alone, but the truth is, your metabolism…
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Why There Are No "Bad" Foods in a Healthy Lifestyle
Hey beautiful human! Ever eaten pizza and immediately thought, "Ugh, I was so bad today"? Or labeled a slice of cake, a handful of chips, or even a piece of…
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(FAQ) I Eat Healthy and Workout: Why Isn't My Weight Dropping?
You're eating healthy, you're getting your workouts in… so why isn't the scale moving? If you've ever asked yourself that question (maybe more than once), this…
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Why Pilates Alone Isn't Enough
Hey beautiful human! You've probably asked yourself at some point: Should I be doing Pilates… or should I lift weights? And if you've ever felt stuck trying to…
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6 Actually Helpful Ways to Get Back on Track This Fall (Without Burning Out by Week Two)
Hey beautiful human! Fall is here, and with it comes that fresh-start energy. The kids are back in school, the routines are settling in, and you're probably…
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Can One Bad Meal Make You Gain 5 Pounds?
Hey beautiful human! Let's talk about that gut-punch moment we've all had… You step on the scale after a big meal, a holiday weekend, or a night out—and boom…
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Why You Don't Have to Love Every Inch of Your Body to Treat it Well
Today we're diving into a topic I've been wanting to talk about for a while, because it's one of those sneaky things that can actually do more harm than good…