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EPISODE · Mar 23, 2026 · 18 MIN

5 Workout Mistakes That Keep You Spinning Your Wheels

from Embrace Your Real

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 keep you spinning your wheels, even when you're putting in the effort. These are the habits that feel productive in the moment but quietly slow your long-term results. Here is what you will learn: • Why training to failure on every set can limit recovery and strength gains • How treating every workout like a PR day creates burnout • Why deload weeks are essential for continued progress • How under-recovering between sessions impacts muscle growth • Why tempo and time under tension matter more than you think If you loved thsi episode, you'll also love Episode 413:  The Importance of a Rest Day and 7 Reasons You've Stopped Seeing Results After Years of Training to keep building on what we talked about today. They'll give you even more clarity on recovery, plateaus, and how to keep progressing long term. Want the structure done for you? Head to movementwithjulie.com to get started inside the Movement With Julie app. 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

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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 keep you spinning your wheels, even when you're putting in the effort. These are the habits...

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