The Strong & Sexy Show

Most people don’t talk about this part of fitness. You can eat healthy foods and exercise every day and still feel stuck. That’s because being in control is not the same as being free. When food controls your mood, your choices, or how you feel about yourself, it has too much power. In this episode, we talk about how fitness rules can turn food into something stressful. Calling foods good or bad,...

What if nothing is wrong with you In this episode, we talk about the uncomfortable season where your old identity no longer fits and why that friction is not failure but evolution. If you have been doing the habits but they do not hit the same, if coping mechanisms that once worked now feel heavy, or if you feel proud of your growth while grieving who you used to be, this conversation is for you....

Truth moment: I didn’t lose momentum. I outgrew the old version of this show. This podcast has evolved because I have. Strong & Sexy is no longer about aesthetics or chasing a version of yourself you think you should be. It’s about self-possession. Confidence. Leadership. Embodiment. This show is now a weekly identity activation. A Monday standard. A place where you don’t just consume motivation y...

how I finally took radical ownership to lose 70 pounds to keep it off to build lean, strong, sexy muscle all while living my best life. tune in to hear my story about taking radical ownership, finally investing in a coach, and being truly brutally honest with myself, knowing I was the only one that could execute the plan, knowing that I was the only one that could work through things with my coach...

Are you tired of chasing results only to “fall off” and start over again? In this episode, Julia reveals how to move beyond temporary wins and lock in a lifestyle that feels effortless, automatic, and completely you. You’ll learn: Why short-term results aren’t enough (and how to stop the yo-yo cycle) The BIG DEAL shift from effort to identity so fitness isn’t something you try to do, it’s simply w...

Your body is just the beginning. In this episode, Julia shows you how every choice in fitness, mindset, and lifestyle is either a quick fix or a brick in building your legacy. Learn why aligned actions matter, how to make decisions from your future self, and the simple shifts that keep you at the top for good. You’ll Learn: What it really means to live a legacy life The difference between short-te...

It’s time to stop shrinking and start owning your space. In this episode, Julia reveals how to embody the woman you’re becoming and unapologetically express her through your style, your presence, and your energy. Discover the shifts that take you out of the “safe zone” and into your full BIG DEAL expression, so you can walk into any room with confidence, power, and ease. You’ll Learn: What embodie...

🎙 Episode 19: D -- Discipline That Elevates: Devotion, Not Punishment For too long, “discipline” has been twisted into a dirty word something that feels rigid, restrictive, and rooted in guilt. But what if discipline was never meant to be punishment? What if it was actually the most loving, energizing devotion to the woman you’re becoming? In this episode, Julia Mary, founder of Passion for Progre...

🎙 Episode 18: Glow Through Lifting!!! Why Muscle is the Mission & Strength is Sexy If you want to glow, stop chasing skinny and start chasing strong. In this episode, Julia Mary, founder of Passion for Progress, creator of the BIG DEAL Method, and coach helping women lose 40+ lbs and feel badass, pulls back the curtain on why muscle is the mission and strength is the new sexy. Inside this epis...

If you’ve ever swung between restriction and rebellion with food, this episode will set you free. I’m breaking down the “I” in my BIG DEAL Method Intentional Fueling & Food Freedom so you can eat with purpose, fuel your power, and finally trust yourself around food. You’ll learn why discipline isn’t about punishment. It’s about deep self-respect, how to fuel for energy, performance, and confid...

In today’s episode of Passion for Progress, I’m diving deep into something I live, breathe, and coach on daily: how to become her now, how to activate that badass identity that already lives inside you. This isn’t about chasing a number on the scale. This is about who you become. I had to step into a whole new identity, a disciplined, confident, sexy, strong-as-hell version of myself, to create th...

Welcome back, gorgeous, beautiful, badass woman. In this raw and real episode of The Passion for Progress Podcast, I dive deep into how your attachment style—whether secure, anxious, avoidant, or disorganized—shows up in your relationship with food, fitness, and your body. If you've ever felt like you crushed your macros all day only to find yourself knee-deep in almond butter pretzels at night, t...

Welcome to the Passion for Progress Podcast! I'm your host, Julia Mary, and today I’m revealing the three non-negotiable secrets you need to create the most hot, healthy, and badass summer of your life. 🔥☀️ From dialing in your nutrition (without crazy restriction) to ditching random workouts and finally going all in on your goals — this episode is your permission slip to rise, glow, and thrive....

Welcome to the Passion for Progress Podcast — I’m Julia Mary, and I’m here to hold space for badass women who are ready to evolve and fall in love with every version of themselves. In this podcast, I share the real, raw journey of who I was, the choices I made, and the woman I’m becoming — all to inspire you to start choosing you today. From growing up as the “tall, big girl” who didn’t quite feel...

From Insecure Beginner to Confident Lifter: My Raw Gym Story Welcome back to the Passion for Progress Podcast! I'm your host, Julia Mary, and today I'm pulling back the curtain on my personal fitness journey—from an overwhelmed high school athlete with zero gym confidence to the strong, radiant woman I am today. In this heartfelt episode, I’m sharing how I went from feeling judged, confused, and d...

In this episode, I'm going all the way in with you. I’m sharing the 3 key things that women with badass bodies do differently — and how you can start doing them too so you can finally step into the next level version of yourself. I'm talking real talk — about making the choice to show up differently, for YOU. Not for anyone else. I open up about my own journey, how I went from feeling so stuck and...

Welcome back, beautiful souls, to The Passion for Progress Podcast! 🎉 We’ve made it to Episode 10, and this one’s going to light a fire in your soul. Today’s topic? Going ALL IN on your health goals—no more halfway energy, no more excuses. If you’re feeling stuck, frustrated, and like nothing’s working… this is your moment of truth. In this episode, I’m keeping it real with: 💥 Some tough love to...

🎙️ Episode 9 – Why You Don’t Look Like You Work Out (Even Though You Do) You’re consistent. You show up at the gym. You’ve bought the programs. You’ve followed the workouts. So why aren’t you seeing the results you deserve? In this episode, Julia breaks down the real reasons your hard work isn’t translating into visible progress—and what to do about it. If you feel stuck, frustrated, or like your...

Welcome back, beautiful soul! In this fiery, heart-led episode of The Passion for Progress Podcast, we’re diving deep into one of the most frustrating parts of any fitness journey — when you're doing ALL the right things in the gym, but your body just isn’t giving you the results you desire. You’re lifting weights. You’re being consistent. You feel stronger... but the fat isn’t melting, the muscle...

From Hiding to Thriving: My Journey to Bikini Confidence 🌟👙 There was a time when I hid my body—curling up in photos, covering up in oversized clothes, and avoiding the mirror. I didn’t love what I saw, and for years, that shaped how I showed up in the world. But everything changed when I decided to reclaim my confidence, and let me tell you—learning to love your body is NEXT LEVEL. In this epis...

Let’s get real—balancing your social life with your fitness goals doesn’t have to feel restrictive or overwhelming. You can still go to all those social events, enjoy great company, and live your life without feeling like you’re sacrificing your progress. It’s about making choices that align with your goals while finding freedom and balance along the way. In this episode, I’m diving into how to bu...

falling in love with your body takes time, courage, and great awareness around your daily habits chat with me more over on IG @juliaamaryy

listen in if you wanna hear about my journey of bettering my relationship with food and tips and tricks of how to improve yours you do not have to feel guilty forever and you can fully enjoy meals out with your man, your friends and holidays food is often a source of comfort for us. A quick dopamine hit to fill avoid that we are dealing with in our lives. Learn how to overcome and better your rela...

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