Black Women’s Wellness: Inspiring Mental, Physical, and Social Health – Seasonal Sister Podcast

Just Keep Swimming: Prioritizing Health, Wellness & Balance with Coach Jazz

Episode Notes

In this inspiring episode of the Seasonal Sisters Podcast, host Janice Saunders sits down with Coach Jazz, founder of Just Swim with Jazz, to discuss her journey to prioritizing health, wellness, and balance. As a traveling swim coach, yoga instructor, and working mom, Coach Jazz shares how nutrition, movement, and mindfulness have shaped her personal and professional life. Whether you’re looking to improve your diet, incorporate more movement, or simply give yourself more grace, this episode is full of actionable tips to help you swim through life’s challenges with ease.

Key Topics Discussed:

The power of mindful eating: How a vegan journey transformed Coach Jazz’s energy, sleep, and mindset.
Movement as medicine: The benefits of swimming, yoga, and walking for holistic wellness.
Balancing work, family, and self-care: How to stay healthy while traveling and managing a busy schedule.
The impact of food on patience and mindset: How nutrition fuels emotional well-being.
Eating seasonally and organically: Simple ways to make healthier food choices without breaking the bank.
Self-compassion & grace: Why giving yourself permission to reset is key to lasting wellness.

Practical Wellness Tips from This Episode:

✅ Eat colorful foods: Incorporate a variety of vibrant fruits and vegetables to nourish your body.
✅ Go organic when it matters: Prioritize organic options for foods like berries and leafy greens while saving on others.
✅ Eat for your body’s needs: Choose foods that support blood health, brain function, and digestion.
✅ Incorporate movement daily: Whether it’s swimming, yoga, or walking, find an activity that fuels your energy.
✅ Practice self-compassion: If you have an off day, give yourself grace and start fresh tomorrow.
✅ Cook at home more often: Even one extra home-cooked meal a week can improve your health.
✅ Try eating raw: Add more fresh, unprocessed foods like salads, fruits, and raw veggies into your diet.

Resources Mentioned:

Just Swim with Jazz: Learn more about Coach Jazz’s adult swim clinics in Houston, LA, Atlanta, Florida, Boston, and the DMV (Links below).
Recommended Book: Your Brain on Food by Dr. Uma Naidoo—exploring how nutrition supports mental and physical health.

Call to Action:

If this episode inspired you, share it with a friend who could use encouragement on their wellness journey. Set a big, audacious health goal for 2025 and take small steps toward a healthier, more balanced life.

Looking to learn how to swim? Coach Jazz offers adult swim clinics in Houston, LA, Atlanta, Florida, Boston, and the DMV. Check out the show notes for links to her programs and ways to connect!

And as always, phone a Seasonal Sister—because staying connected is a healthy habit.

Episode Timestamps;

00:00 Introduction to the Seasonal Sisters Podcast

01:08 Meet Coach Jazz: A Journey to Health

02:21 The Vegan Transition and Yoga Practice

04:05 Impact of Health on Family and Business

06:10 Healthy Habits and Food Choices

10:37 Mindful Moment: Tips for a Better Diet

24:58 Coach Jazz's Traveling Swim Clinics

28:54 Encouragement and Final Thoughts

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