If you are interested in jumping into Resistance Training this year, you might want to check this 15 Basic Resistance Training Principles to make sure you are doing it correctly, and to get the results that you want. This is the second part of the Basic Resistance Training Principles series of Embrace Your Real podcast to point you in the right direction and achieve the results that you desire.   What I discuss: 8. You need to breath….and breath correctly. 9. Take breaks - but be strategic about your rests.  10. Compound exercises vs. Isolation exercises – why you should be utilizing both 11. Volume - there are benefits to changing up your volume 12. Consistency - you need to be consistent because it can take a year to change your body composition.    Links mentioned in this episode: Episode 303: 15 Basic Resistance Training Principles You Need to Know Part 1 sale.movementwithjulie.com   If you want more from me, be sure to check out... Instagram: @embraceyourreal | @movementwithjulie Workout app: sale.movementwithjulie.com Website: www.juliealedbetter.com Free e-Book: www.juliealedbetter.com/free-ebook Macro Counting Made Simple Online Academy: www.macrocountingmadesimple.com Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/influencer-6bda1ca8?ref=cm_sw_em_r_inf_pub_influencer-6bda1ca8_dp_DgsIam9salgfi

15 Basic Resistance Training Principles You Need to Know Part 2

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 Have you ever felt frustrated by the lack of results from your workouts? Are you struggling to understand why your efforts aren't translating into visible changes in your body? Join us as we explore the common pitfalls and misconceptions that may be hindering your progress.    In this first part of our two-part series episode of the Embrace Your Real podcast, we embark on an insightful journey to uncover the secrets of effective workouts. Through an 8-point checklist, we delve into the fundamental components that determine whether your workouts are truly making a difference. From resistance training and muscle group targeting to rep ranges and form, discover practical strategies to optimize your workouts and achieve tangible results.     What I discuss:   Does your workout incorporate weight bearing exercises?   Are you working every muscle group weekly?  How many reps and sets are you doing of each exercise?   Is your form correct?       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

An 8-Point Checklist to Find Out If Your Workouts are Effective (Part 1)

 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

The Science of Chronic Stress and Weight Gain (Part 2)

 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

4 Reasons Why You Can’t Lose the Last 5-10 Pounds

 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

The Science of Chronic Stress and Weight Gain (Part 1)

 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

15 Basic Resistance Training Principles You Need to Know Part 2

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