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Have you noticed any changes in your weight or overall health during periods of chronic stress?   Welcome back to Part 2 of our exploration into the intricate relationship between chronic stress and weight gain. In this episode of Embrace Your Real, we dive deeper into the science behind stress-induced inflammation, increased cravings, emotional eating, and the detrimental effects of poor sleep on your weight management journey. Discover the underlying factors contributing to stubborn weight gain and gain practical strategies to overcome these challenges with confidence and resilience.     What I discuss: Chronic stress leads to inflammation Chronic stress triggers heighten sugar and fatty food cravings Chronic stress triggers bad sleep   If you loved this episode, be sure to tune in to… Episode 432: The Science of Chronic Stress and Weight Gain (Part 1)   If you want more from me, be sure to check out... Follow me on Instagram: @juliealedbetter | @embraceyourreal | @movementwithjulie Movement With Julie | App: https://sale.movementwithjulie.com/ Macro Counting Made Simple Online Academy: https://www.macrocountingmadesimple.com/ Website: www.juliealedbetter.com Get my eBook: FREE Macro Counting Ebook Amazon Storefront: Julie Ledbetter's Amazon Page

Are you frustrated by the elusive nature of those last 5-10 pounds on your weight loss journey?   Join us in this episode of Embrace Your Real as we uncover the mysteries behind those last 5-10 pounds that seem so stubborn to shed. From metabolic adaptations to hormonal shifts, we explore the physiological factors hindering your weight loss journey. Tune in as we address common challenges and misconceptions that may be hindering your progress and learn practical strategies to overcome them and achieve your body goals with confidence and clarity.     What I discuss: Metabolic Adaptation Hormonal Shifts You’re overeating without realizing it.  You may not actually have 5-10 pounds to lose.      If you want more from me, be sure to check out... Follow me on Instagram: @juliealedbetter | @embraceyourreal | @movementwithjulie Movement With Julie | App: https://sale.movementwithjulie.com/ Macro Counting Made Simple Online Academy: https://www.macrocountingmadesimple.com/ Website: www.juliealedbetter.com Get my eBook: FREE Macro Counting Ebook Amazon Storefront: Julie Ledbetter's Amazon Page

Are you feeling overwhelmed by stress and struggling to see results despite your best efforts in diet and exercise?    In this episode of Embrace Your Real, we dive into the intricate relationship between stress and weight gain. Chronic stress can disrupt not only our mental well-being but also our physical health, impacting our ability to achieve our desired body composition. Join us as we explore the science behind stress hormones and their effects on metabolism, blood sugar levels, and fat storage. Whether you're seeking to understand the science behind stress or looking for practical solutions to overcome barriers to progress, this episode offers guidance and support tailored to your health journey.     What I discuss: Raised cortisol levels that trigger weight gain around the midsection High blood sugar levels that triggers cravings and overeating A slowed metabolism     If you want more from me, be sure to check out... Follow me on Instagram: @juliealedbetter | @embraceyourreal | @movementwithjulie Movement With Julie | App: https://sale.movementwithjulie.com/ Macro Counting Made Simple Online Academy: https://www.macrocountingmadesimple.com/ Website: www.juliealedbetter.com Get my eBook: FREE Macro Counting Ebook Amazon Storefront: Julie Ledbetter's Amazon Page

Are you tired of the endless cycle of yo-yo dieting, feeling trapped in a pattern of restriction and deprivation?    Welcome to Embrace Your Real. In this episode, I share my personal journey and seven practical steps to break free from the dieting mentality and embrace a more balanced approach to health and wellness. Whether you're struggling with weight loss, body image, or self-worth, this episode offers guidance and support to help you navigate towards a healthier, happier you. Tune in to discover practical strategies for lasting change and empowerment on your health journey.     What I discuss: Step 1: I said goodbye to diets. Step 2: I started eating more. Step 3: I got my macros custom calculated. Step 4: I reverse dieted. Step 5: I stopped having “off-limit” foods Step 6: I changed my mindset about exercising. Step 7: I stepped off the scale.     If you loved this episode, be sure to tune in to… Episode 46: Why You Should Consider a Reverse Diet (The Only Diet I Support!) Episode 428: 8 Non-Scale Victories for Sustainable Progress (Part 1) Episode 430:8 Non-Scale Victories for Sustainable Progress (Part 2)     If you want more from me, be sure to check out... Follow me on Instagram: @juliealedbetter | @embraceyourreal | @movementwithjulie Movement With Julie | App: https://sale.movementwithjulie.com/ Macro Counting Made Simple Online Academy: https://www.macrocountingmadesimple.com/ Website: www.juliealedbetter.com Get my eBook: FREE Macro Counting Ebook Amazon Storefront: Julie Ledbetter's Amazon Page

Do you crave validation beyond mere numbers?    Welcome back to the second part of our series on Non-Scale Victories (NSVs) for sustainable progress! In this episode of Embrace Your Real, we continue our exploration of NSVs, shedding light on four additional victories beyond the limitations of the scale. Join us as we uncover the importance of celebrating progress beyond weight loss and embrace holistic approaches to health and fitness.     What I discuss: NSV #5: You celebrate your progress photos NSV #6: You have more muscle definition  NSV #7: Consistency:  NSV #8: You’re happier!     If you loved this episode, be sure to tune in to… Episode 428: 8 Non-Scale Victories for Sustainable Progress (Part 1)     If you want more from me, be sure to check out... Follow me on Instagram: @juliealedbetter | @embraceyourreal | @movementwithjulie Movement With Julie | App: https://sale.movementwithjulie.com/ Macro Counting Made Simple Online Academy: https://www.macrocountingmadesimple.com/ Website: www.juliealedbetter.com Get my eBook: FREE Macro Counting Ebook Amazon Storefront: Julie Ledbetter's Amazon Page

Are you tired of falling victim to misleading fat-loss advice?   Join me in this episode of the Embrace Your Real podcast as we sift through the noise and uncover the truth about fat loss. We'll explore five prevalent myths surrounding fat loss and provide actionable insights to help you navigate your health journey with confidence and clarity. Tune in and walk away with a newfound understanding of fat loss, armed with evidence-based strategies to guide you towards your fitness goals.      What I discuss: Myth #1: Spot Reduction is Possible Myth #2: Cardio is King for Fat Loss Myth #3: Skipping meals is the key to more fat loss.  Myth #4: Fat loss supplements will expedite results… Myth #5: Fat loss can happen over night.      If you want more from me, be sure to check out... Follow me on Instagram: @juliealedbetter | @embraceyourreal | @movementwithjulie Movement With Julie | App: https://sale.movementwithjulie.com/ Macro Counting Made Simple Online Academy: https://www.macrocountingmadesimple.com/ Website: www.juliealedbetter.com Get my eBook: FREE Macro Counting Ebook Amazon Storefront: Julie Ledbetter's Amazon Page

How do you currently measure success in your health and fitness journey? Do you crave a more balanced and sustainable approach to health and fitness?   Let’s be real: Focusing solely on weight loss can be discouraging, leading to frustration and a skewed perception of progress. By embracing Non-Scale Victories or NSVs, we unlock a more holistic and sustainable approach to our health and fitness   In this 2-part series on Non Scale Victories of the Embrace Your Real podcast, we'll uncover four impactful NSVs that goes beyond the confines of the scale, empowering you to celebrate your progress and embrace a more holistic approach to wellness. Tune in to learn the first four.     What I discuss: Increased Energy Levels… How much weight you move in one month… Your mindset about your body… Improved Sleep Quality:     If you want more from me, be sure to check out... Follow me on Instagram: @juliealedbetter | @embraceyourreal | @movementwithjulie Movement With Julie | App: https://sale.movementwithjulie.com/ Macro Counting Made Simple Online Academy: https://www.macrocountingmadesimple.com/ Website: www.juliealedbetter.com Get my eBook: FREE Macro Counting Ebook Amazon Storefront: Julie Ledbetter's Amazon Page

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the demands of macro counting?    Welcome to Embrace Your Real podcast. In this episode, I’m addressing common hurdles encountered in macro counting and provide practical strategies to overcome them. Inspired by a comment in the Movement with Julie Community, I dive into the complexities of balancing nutrition goals with family meals, time constraints, and misconceptions about age-related metabolism changes.     What I discuss: Don’t count your macros at dinner. Pre-track your food every night for the next day. Meal prep! Take the load of yourself to get the scale out daily.  Remember the scale doesn’t tell you much about what’s going on with you body. Muscle weighs more than fat. You can see results at any age. Most often a slow metabolism is due to yo-yo dieting and not aging.  You can’t live in fat loss mode     If you loved this episode, be sure to tune in to… Episode 88: 5 Steps to Finding Your “Why”     If you want more from me, be sure to check out... Follow me on Instagram: @juliealedbetter | @embraceyourreal | @movementwithjulie Movement With Julie | App: https://sale.movementwithjulie.com/ Macro Counting Made Simple Online Academy: https://www.macrocountingmadesimple.com/ Website: www.juliealedbetter.com Get my eBook: FREE Macro Counting Ebook Amazon Storefront: Julie Ledbetter's Amazon Page

Are you tired of battling with your inner critic? Do you long to break free from the cycle of self-doubt and embrace a more positive mindset?    Join me in this episode of Embrace Your Real as we confront one of the most pervasive obstacles to personal growth: negative self-talk. Diving deep into the roots of this inner critic, we uncover strategies to silence its harmful whispers and cultivate self-compassion.  Tune in to equip yourselves with practical tools to recognize, challenge, and reframe negative self-talk, paving the way for greater self-acceptance and resilience.      What I discuss: Step 1: Acknowledge the negative self talk you are engaging in. Step 2: Dig deep to find the root cause so you can give yourself more self compassion.  Step 3: Reframe your thoughts. Challenge them, question them, and make them neutral.      If you loved this episode, be sure to tune in to… Episode 118: 3 Steps to Shifting Your Negative Self-Narrative     If you want more from me, be sure to check out... Follow me on Instagram: @juliealedbetter | @embraceyourreal | @movementwithjulie Movement With Julie | App: https://sale.movementwithjulie.com/ Macro Counting Made Simple Online Academy: https://www.macrocountingmadesimple.com/ Website: www.juliealedbetter.com Get my eBook: FREE Macro Counting Ebook Amazon Storefront: Julie Ledbetter's Amazon Page

Have you ever considered the impact of everyday movements on your fitness goals?   In this episode of Embrace Your Real, we dive into the often-overlooked aspect of fitness: NEAT (Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis). NEAT encompasses the everyday movements that contribute to our energy expenditure, offering a subtle yet powerful way to enhance our fitness journey. From improving metabolism to boosting mental health, NEAT plays a role to building the body you desire.    Tune in to this episode for practical strategies to integrate NEAT into your daily life, paving the way for sustainable progress and a healthier, happier you.     What I discuss: NEAT improves your metabolism. Increases your longevity. Help overcome your sedentary lifestyle. Give you boosted energy levels. Increase your mood and mental clarity!      If you want more from me, be sure to check out... Follow me on Instagram: @juliealedbetter | @embraceyourreal | @movementwithjulie Movement With Julie | App: https://sale.movementwithjulie.com/ Macro Counting Made Simple Online Academy: https://www.macrocountingmadesimple.com/ Website: www.juliealedbetter.com Get my eBook: FREE Macro Counting Ebook Amazon Storefront: Julie Ledbetter's Amazon Page