JourneyWell with Jodi

Episode OverviewJoin Jodi as she reconnects with longtime friend and fellow entrepreneur Breanne to discuss her exciting new venture - Beem Light Sauna opening in Excelsior, Minnesota. From franchise portfolio strategies to the science of infrared therapy, this conversation explores sustainable wellness practices for busy entrepreneurs and anyone looking to prioritize their health.[00:00] - Welcome & audio disclaimer[02:22] - Breanne's entrepreneurial background with Touching Hearts at Home[04:43] - The franchise portfolio revelation at IFA conference in Vegas[07:06] - Balancing health and business ownership as entrepreneurs[09:27] - Non-negotiable wellness practices: 2 workouts per week minimum[11:38] - Daily organization: Must do, should do, could do lists[14:01] - Growth mindset and flexibility in business[16:22] - Finding the perfect location in historic downtown Excelsior[18:44] - Traditional steam sauna vs. infrared sauna explained[21:05] - The 40-minute infrared experience and membership benefits[23:28] - Making sauna time work for you: Netflix, reading, gentle yoga[25:50] - Medical grade red light therapy benefits and applications[27:40] - Recommended frequency: 3-4 times per week for optimal results[29:53] - Burning up to 600 calories per session + injury recovery benefits[32:19] - Founding member special: 30% off lifetime membershipBuilding a franchise portfolio strategyBalancing business ownership with personal healthThe importance of non-negotiable wellness practicesGrowth mindset for entrepreneursHow infrared differs from traditional steam saunas40-minute sessions with gradual heat build-upThe temperature starts at 130°F (much lower than conventional saunas)Benefits: detox, cardiovascular health, joint pain relief, inflammation reductionMedical-grade full-body panelsBenefits for skin renewal, collagen building, and anti-agingHelps with scars, psoriasis, eczema, and sunburn reliefJoint and muscle pain reliefSafe for people who can't use saunas (pacemaker patients, pregnant women)Start with one sustainable habit for 30 daysChoose activities that genuinely interest youUse calendar blocking for health prioritiesMust do/should do/could do daily organizationGive yourself grace when plans don't work outBreanne is a serial entrepreneur who, along with her husband Aaron, owns Touching Hearts at Home (senior and disability home care) and is opening Beem Light Sauna in Excelsior, Minnesota. She's passionate about helping people find sustainable ways to prioritize their health and wellness while building thriving businesses.Website: beemlightsauna.comLocation: Downtown Excelsior, MinnesotaOpening: Soon in 2025!Special Offer: 30% off lifetime membership for founding members (sign up before opening)Private 40-minute infrared sauna sessionsSocial sauna cabins for partners/friendsMedical-grade red light therapyShower facilities availableBluetooth connectivity and entertainment optionsUse zip code search on website to find the closest locationFounding membership available now with significant savingsMonth-to-month membership (no 12-month contracts)"I always tell folks that are interested in entrepreneurship - you need to be a person who is super duper flexible, that the day is going to go a totally different way than you expected it to. And that's okay. And that's part of the fun in it for me." - BreanneReady to experience infrared sauna therapy? Visit beamlightsauna.com to learn more about founding memberships and be among the first to experience this wellness modality in the Twin Cities area.

Episode #4: Dr Jeff May - The Cure Isn't Out There - It’s Within: Healing, Ownership & Simple Health Truths with Dr. Jeff MayIn this powerful and heart-centered episode of JourneyWell with Jodi, I sit down with my own chiropractor and dear friend, Dr. Jeff May, to talk about pain, healing, and what it really means to take ownership of your health. Dr. Jeff shares his personal story, including the accident that led him to chiropractic care and how his passion evolved into a holistic, purpose-driven practice focused on educating and empowering his patients.[00:00] – Why Dr. Jeff was one of the first guests I wanted on the show: Our personal connection and how his care changed my life after years of chronic pain.[03:56] – The accident that led Jeff to chiropractic care: How a horseback riding injury shifted his life’s path and purpose.[06:11] – What people don’t realize about their potential to heal: Generational illness, chronic disease, and the “lightbulb moments” that keep Jeff inspired.[08:12] – Why he’s not your average chiropractor: How he approaches patients as whole people, not just a diagnosis or spine adjustment.[09:36] – The problem with cookie-cutter chiropractic care: Why a one-size-fits-all approach leads people to think chiropractic "stops working."[11:51] – Why health is simple, and how we overcomplicate it: What your body actually needs and why it’s harder to get sick when you support it.[12:15] – The danger of outsourcing your health: We discuss how numbing, medications, and "sick care" have become the default mode.[16:41] – What really runs in your family: habits, not disease: How epigenetics and daily choices affect your long-term health—and your kids’ too.[18:26] – The power of rewiring your brain for health: What “fires together, wires together” means and how it affects your beliefs and healing.[20:05] – Nervous system 101: Why your spine matters more than you think: The science behind chiropractic care, proprioception, and the body's feedback loops.[22:18] – Miscommunication in the body = misused energy: How subluxation leads to inefficiency and why most of us are functioning below our potential.[25:21] – The requirement (not luxury) of daily movement: What you're really risking when you don’t move and how our sedentary culture got here.[27:58] – Why Jeff puts on a weighted vest and runs before his day starts: How personal movement impacts mood, productivity, and family relationships.[29:56] – His purpose: Educate and Empower: It’s not just about adjustments—it’s about creating a ripple effect of generational health.[30:26] – 3 Simple & Sustainable Wellness Tips:Move every day.Eliminate processed foods, seed oils, and high fructose corn syrup.Keep your phone off for the first 30-45 minutes of your day.[33:23] – The truth: What you want is on the other side of what you’re unwilling to do: Mic drop moment. This is the mindset shift that can change everything.Resources mentioned:Connect with Dr. Jeff May on InstagramVisit his clinic: https://www.myadvantagelife.com/Book a $97 health consultation with Jodi: www.jodisussner.comReady to take charge of your health?Book a personalized $97 health consultation with me at www.jodisussner.com. We’ll discuss what’s holding you back and what your body is really telling you and create a simple, sustainable plan for your next steps. It’s time to stop outsourcing your wellness—you’re the expert on your body. Let’s get started.

Episode #003: Flipping the Script - Gymnastics, Growth, and Grit with Stormhawks Gymnastics.In this episode, host Jodi Sussner sits down with three senior gymnasts from the Stormhawks gymnastics team to discuss their experiences, challenges, and the life lessons they've learned through the sport. Carolina Uthaman, Eva Bussey, and Greta Ranzow share insights about teamwork, persistence, mental toughness, and finding community through athletics.Carolina Uthaman: Senior, Class of 2025, four-year team member, favorite event: floorEva Bussey: Senior, Class of 2025, three-year team member, favorite event: beamGreta Ranzow: Senior, Class of 2025, four-year team member, favorite event: barsThe seniors describe the Stormhawks team in one word:Carolina: "Comforting" - teammates always support and comfort each otherEva: "Community" - the team provides a welcoming environment unlike other sportsGreta: "Embracing" - teammates of all ages welcome newcomersGreta shares her years-long struggle with perfecting her full on floor.Eva discusses her experience with vault, battling fear despite previous success.Carolina reveals her journey with a back injury and pushing through pain.The gymnasts share their strategies for managing nerves and anxiety:Greta relies on her teammates and their supportive community.Carolina uses positive self-talk and speaks kindly to herself.Eva mentions family support and honest feedback from parents and coaches.Favorite moments that built team bonds:Music and bonding on bus rides to meets.Getting ready together before sections, braiding hair.Team sleepovers and gatherings outside of practice.Inside jokes that brought the team closer.Words of wisdom for anyone facing challenges:Greta: "Talk to people about your problems, get advice"Carolina: "Take a day off when you need it" but don't wallow in self-pityEach gymnast shares their biggest accomplishment:Eva: Conquering beam despite initial reluctance.Carolina: Not giving up despite injury and limitations.Greta: Successfully connecting her giant to dismount on bars.Student-athletes develop valuable time management and perseverance skills.Supportive communities help push through challenges and fears.Progress over perfection leads to growth and achievement.Everyone needs coaches and supporters to reach their potentialSpecial thanks to Rick Rassier (@RickRassier) for his mindset coaching contributions to the team and his "Next Level" Coaching!Share your own challenges and who has helped you overcome them by tagging your coach and our podcast on social media!Episode HighlightsTeam Culture (0:03:47 - 0:08:04)Overcoming Challenges (0:10:26 - 0:16:57)Mental Toughness (0:24:01 - 0:30:39)Team Memories (0:30:39 - 0:35:05)Advice For Those Struggling (0:35:05 - 0:37:33)Proudest Achievements (0:37:33 - 0:42:12)Key TakeawaysSpecial ThanksConnect With Us

Stop wasting money on supplements that don't work! In this episode, fitness & nutrition expert Jodi Sussner shares her "Functional Five" - the core supplements most people actually need, based on 25+ years of professional experience.Feeling overwhelmed by endless supplement options? Protein powders, multivitamins, adaptogens, probiotics, greens powders... and every influencer pushing something different as the "miracle" solution? You're not alone!🔍 IN THIS EPISODE:00:00 - Introduction & My Supplement Journey04:33 - Why Food Always Comes First06:44 - The Functional Five Explained09:11 - Omega-3: The One Supplement I Wouldn't Give Up11:34 - Vitamin D: The "Sunshine" Hormone Most People Lack13:44 - Protein Supplements: Why They Matter After 4016:10 - Situational Supplements Worth Considering20:56 - How to Identify Quality Products in an Unregulated Industry23:17 - The Red Flag of "Proprietary Blends"25:41 - Storage Tips & Testing Options28:04 - Creating Your Personalized Supplement Plan30:26 - Special Offers & Wrap-Up✅ DOWNLOAD MY FREE SUPPLEMENT GUIDE: https://bit.ly/3DasP9L✅ GET 15% OFF THE SUPPLEMENTS I RECOMMEND: https://www.thorne.com/u/JodiSussnerW...✅ CUSTOM SUPPLEMENT PROTOCOL: Mention this video for $50 off your personalized plan! Book at https://jodisussner.comConnect with me:🌐 Website: https://jodisussner.com📸 Instagram: @jodisussnerwellness📱 Facebook: @jodisussnerwellness#supplements #wellness #nutrition #functionalfive #healthtips #wellnesspodcast

In this trailer episode, host Jodi Sussner introduces her podcast, JourneyWell with Jodi, and shares her mission to redefine wellness with simplicity, sustainability, and purpose. With over 25 years of experience in health and wellness, Jodi explains how this podcast will provide inspiring conversations, practical strategies, and fresh perspectives on movement, mindfulness, nutrition, and personal growth. Tune in to discover how to embrace wellness as an ongoing journey and find joy in the process.

This episode is sponsored by Organifi. Organifi is hands-down the BEST supplement for supporting detoxification (Organifi Green Juice), Boosting energy (Organifi Red Juice) or helping with sleep and workout repair/recovery (Organifi Gold).  Get your hands on one or all three and enjoy a 15% discount by going here: Organifishop.com Enter Coupon Code: JODI15 at checkout for 15% off! - Enjoy! Now - on to the episode. If you want to preorder Coach Mitchel Blacks book simply click here to order: http://www.trainstrongside.com/ You won't be disappointed! In addition to publishing his first book: "Nutrition Finances", Mitchel is owner and CEO of Strongside in Woodstock, GA. Mitchel attended the National Personal Training Institute and studied exercise physiology and nutrition. He has acquired five personal training certifications along with three advanced certifications from the highest ranked certifications to date. Along with education, Mitchel has an undying and burning passion to help people, and he truly cares about each and every member. He prides himself in greeting everyone by name at the door; Strongside members aren’t just a number. His love for coaching members shows in his personality during every class as he makes sure each member has the best hours of their day at Strongside.   Along with all of his success in the fitness industry, Mitchel is also a nationally recognized personal trainer through NASM, NSCA, and NPTI. Mitchel is also a USA Olympic Weightlifting Coach and a CrossFit L2 trainer. Mitchel has an athletic career of competing in the Ironman triathlon; he regularly competes in CrossFit competitions both individually and on a team.

Self Care Along the Journey with Breanne Stromley Sponsored by: Soul CBD - check it out at mysoulcbd.com Soul CBD mission is to provide people and pets with the highest quality, all-natural solutions for pain, anxiety, inflammation, sleep, digestion, and overall health to thrive in their daily lives. All Soul CBD products are produced in a food grade, GMP-compliant facility, and are tested by third parties for safety and quality. ----more----   This episode is focused on self-care but, not in the ways you might think. As you know, I believe in improving all aspects of health using exercise, nutrition, and supplementation as a way to gain strength, flexibility, cognitive function, focus and more!   Part of improving health includes self-care in a way that allows you to keep exercising, eating well, staying mentally sharp and well-rested. To learn more about the many ways that you can practice self-care, check the episode notes for my “5 Simple ways to practice Self-care” (see below) and watch for an upcoming episode dedicated to this teaching.   Today, however, self-care takes on a whole new meaning when you find yourself in the middle of a tragedy or unexpected life event. Will your self-care practice prepare you to work through the sudden change in your life’s journey? Or will you be forced to find new practices in self-care as you navigate through the unknown? My guest today shines new light on her experience and her expertise in supporting you and your loved ones through her business, “Touching Hearts at Home” - Breanne Stromley has a unique and inspiring life story. She shares what brought her to her business and her newfound life purpose in life. I think you’re going to love this episode - on to the show! ----more---- “5 Simple ways to practice Self-care” 1. Sleep - not just any sleep but, options to get more rest than you are now. Sleep 7-9 hours each night Opt for the 15-25 minute power nap (optimized at a maximum of 25 minutes to avoid grogginess upon waking) Dim or eliminate the lights (both from your screen and any lamps or bulbs 2. Create a meditation or mindfulness plan for each day Breathing 3-5 minutes with a focused count or emphasis on expansion and releasing. Spend a few minutes each day goal-setting and creating plans for a successful day. 3. Carve out time that is non-negotiable for a time that you need each week to do what you want. Massage Exercise Time with friends See a movie by yourself Whatever you need 4. Have the tough conversations with family about what their needs are when they (or YOU) are too old to make decisions or care for themselves.  Set aside money for that day Create a care plan for their or your needs. Reach out to companies like www.touchingheartsmn.com to help. 5. Get outside each day  Fresh air and vitamin D absorption is reason enough to "indulge" Get out and walk, rest, breathe and just take in what we really don't get enough of. ENJOY!

Join Jodi LIVE on Monday, November 26th for a FREE webinar where she will teach you "3 Ways to Dramatically Improve your Health and Wellness Today!". Register HERE to join the webinar or get on the list for the replay. Don't miss it! ************************* Sponsored by Organifi - get 15% off with code: JODI15 at www.organifishop.com *************************   Today’s episode is timely in that we all need to take pause and focus a little bit more on taking care of ourselves in the busy holiday season. I have been reminded from recent personal experience that if we don’t take care of ourselves, we can’t effectively take care of others. As a little inspiration, I’ve created this episode titled, “7 strategies for a healthy and sane holiday - thank you for listening!   1. Give more, Get more. Meaning, this time of year when we are so focused on buying more stuff for our family and friends, we often end up finding more stuff for ourselves. Shift your thinking and look for ways to give to organizations and strangers that are above and beyond what you normally do. Food shelves are busy this time of year but, what about the months where we are less focused on 'gratitude and giving'? Consider giving monthly. Consider finding ways to give a little bit more - from the collection basket at church, to tipping your favorite waiter/waitress and anything else you can think of! 2. Practice Self-Care. Create non-negotiable items, time or needs for yourself that are part of self-care. There's no excuse NOT to find time for yourself. Whether it's as simple as washing your face every night, drinking more water, do a weekly mask, get a monthly massage, exercise daily - every little bit counts! 3. Create Traditions that Matter. Avoid looking at what other people are doing - avoid comparisons of "their lives" vs your own. Focus inward and creating small moments that matter. For our family, that is a large puzzle that we work on from Thanksgiving Day through their Christmas vacation. Your traditions don't have to be expensive, they just need to be focused time for those that matter in your life. 4. Elevate your Cocktail. Look at drinking something that will boost hydration and nutrition BEFORE you head to the holiday party and have an alcoholic or sugary cocktail. Make your cocktail a healthy version that is focused on elevated wellness FIRST: Here is my favorite Elevated Cocktail recipe: Organifi Green juice: Balance your  Vitamin C powder: Boost immunity in the cold/flu season and beyond Electrolyte Tablets: Stay hydrated and maintain healthy skin and a youthful appearance.   5. Read on the Real - did you know that the blue light from your device (screens, ipads, tv, etc) send blue light into your eyes which makes your body (and hormones) think it's still daytime! This is great if you need to stay awake and need a little boost in energy (thank you sunlight which is naturally occurring blue light) but, not so good when you need to sleep, balance hormones and maintain a healthy weight! These are my favs: chic and lightweight ladyboss glasses! 6. Ask for Help. I am prone to just doing everything myself, becoming exhausted and eventually mad at everyone in my house for not helping me. But the reality is, I need to actually tell them what I need. Is this you too? We drive ourselves into the ground and then wonder why we are exhausted and everyone else is chilling watching tv? It's crazy to even type that because it's so obvious that I can do better! 7. Simplify. Decor, food, gifts - everything that we do in excess is unnecessarily causing us more stress. No one else really cares what you have setup and if you did your spruce tops Susie! Haa! And I for one, am not trying to "keep up with the Jones'". If you love it, go for it! But, if decor, gift giving, spending money and everything that goes along with holiday celebrations stresses you out, do less! Show your love and gratitude for people with a little something that is both safe, healthy, inexpensiv

This is the first of our series of expert interviews. Join Jodi as she host's Mitchel Black, owner and head coach at Strongside in Woodstock, GA.  Here they discuss training and coaching methodology and those unique to strongside. Learn about the 5 Human movements that ALL people need. If you are not training these 5 things, you should talk to your trainer or coach. You might consider evaluating your own health in these areas - listen to find out more! Check out Mitchel Black at:  www.the-strongside.com

Which diet is right for you? Have you tried every diet known to man? As a nutriton and fitness expert, I often think about Hippocrates quote, "Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food" and wonder, how have we swayed so far from this simple, yet effective concept? Instead of fueling our bodies with pure, whole foods, we find ways to manipulate our bodies to lose weight (only to gain it back), have more energy - only to struggle with sleep and stress. There has to be a better way. What if you could determine the right diet for you based on learning to listen to your body and allow it to heal as nature intended? In Part 1 of this 2-part podcast, we dial in to some dieting trends from the 80's, 90's, and early 2000's and reference some key authors, books, and research that got us where we are today. To learn more, I recommend the following books: Healing With Whole Foods - by Paul Pitchford Nourishing Traditions - by Sally Fallon The Calorie Myth - by Jonathon Bailor Dr. Atkins' New Diet Revolution - by Robert C Atkins The Clean Eating Diet - by Tosca Reno The South Beach Diet - by Arthur Agatston Simply Keto - by Suzanne Ryan Whole30 - by Dallas Hartwig and Melissa Hartwig The Virgin Diet - by JJ Virgin   Whole30 - by Dallas and Melissa Hartwig     To improve your health in a simple way with a pure, green food supplement, I recommend "Green Juice" from Organifi. Use promo code, JODI15 for 15% off always! www.organifishop.com To work with me in my successful and effective weight loss and energy gain program, click here for: "FastCamp - A 6-week Intermittent Fasting Program"

Check out some research on intermittent fasting (IF) here: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26374764 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23582559   Check out my latest program for support, education, and lasting results using IF: https://jodisussner.mykajabi.com/p/fast%20camp

Resources from this episode: Recommendations on how much water to drink: American College of Sports Medicine position statement   Effect or storing Bottled Water in Hot Environments: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24907857   Water Safety, recycling and the Environment - Bottled Water is Wasteful! Refill your metal/glass bottle instead! https://thewaterproject.org/bottled-water/bottled_water_wasteful   How MUCH water should you drink? https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/318623.php?sr   Dental Carries and Carbonated beverages: http://www.oocities.org/scientistconrad/Colgate_Erosion/Manuscripts/The_erosive_potential_of_flavoured_sparkling_water_drinks.pdf

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You have heard from your doctor, nutrition and fitness experts for years...sugar is bad for you. Sugar causes weight gain, diabetes, plus mood and behavioral changes. It has far more to do with hormones and how your body is affected both short and long term than calories. Calories matter but, how sugar affects your hormones, matters more.  Here are some of the links that I mention on the broadcast: No one is doing the demonstration of actual sugar in the common products we consume than “Sugar Stacks”. Check them out here. (link to sugar stacks blog: http://www.sugarstacks.com/blog/ 85 million American adults have diabetes. That is 1 in every 3 people! (cdc link to the numbers here: https://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/basics/prediabetes.html Here is your sugar list Agave nectar Brown rice syrup Beet sugar Brown sugar Cane crystals Cane sugar Organic cane sugar Corn sweetener Corn syrup Crystalline fructose Dextrose Evaporated cane juice Organic evaporated cane juice Fructose Fruit juice concentrates Glucose High-fructose corn syrup Honey Lactose Maltose Malt syrup Molasses Raw sugar Sucrose Sugar Syrup

Energy boosting tricks to help you avoid reaching for that quick sugar or caffeine fix late in the day!  Do you need a boost of energy late in the day? Do you reach for caffeine or sugar for that boost only to crash again later? That is a recipe for yo-yo dieting, adrenal fatigue, weight gain, and burnout.  Try these 4 tips instead!

This episode brought to you by Organifi - my fav green juice! I drink it every single day. It has Ashwagandha herb as a support for healthy cortisol levels, green tea extract for a healthy metabolism and much more!Use promo code: JODI15 for 15% off! Go to: www.organifi.com   Eat less and exercise more, right? That is what you have been taught. That is what worked for you in your teens and early twenties. But, now you hit 30's, 40's, 50's, 60's+ and children, grandchildren, hormone imbalance, and painful joints later...the thing that worked, doesn't work anymore. Ummm hmmm, yes I know! It's not going to because your metabolism is in the tank, sister! You need calories as fuel, muscle for metabolism, and a mindset that is about fueling your body not continually breaking it down.

References for this podcast include: https://bestdiabetes.solutions/podcast-174-brad-pilon-eat-stop-eat-the-fundamentals-of-intermittent-fasting/ Pubmed.gov: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/29779873 Pubmed.gov: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15640462 Pubmed.gov: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25546413