Jan 20 2025 26 mins
If you’ve been tracking your food for a while, you might be wondering what life would look like if you stopped weighing, measuring, and logging everything you eat and started eating intuitively. But let me tell you—the shift isn’t as scary as you might think, and it can be so empowering!
In this episode of Embrace You Real, I’ll cover signs that you’re ready (and not ready) to transition, what intuitive eating looks like in the fitness world, common myths and misconceptions around intuitive eating, and my best five steps to making the transition.
I’ll also share common mistakes people make and how to avoid them so you can set yourself up for success. Yes, that’s a lot of things we’re about to cover but I know it will answer any questions you may have.
What I discuss:
Signs You’re Ready for Intuitive Eating
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You understand portion sizes and can build balanced meals without tracking.
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Your focus has shifted from fat loss to maintenance or feeling good.
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You have a healthy relationship with food—no more "good" or "bad" labels.
Signs You’re Not Ready for Intuitive Eating
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You’re still heavily tied to hitting specific macro numbers.
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You struggle with overindulge-restrict cycles.
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You haven’t mastered the basics of nutrition or portion sizes yet.
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