Balanced by Jess

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I help busy women aged 30–55 build stronger bodies from home through effective rebounding workouts and practical health coaching—so they can feel confident, energetic, and healthy without spending hours in the gym.

Things I wish more women knew about health
17/09/2026

Things I wish more women knew about health

What if the thing standing between you and your goals isn’t a lack of discipline?Sometimes we know exactly what we shoul...
15/09/2026

What if the thing standing between you and your goals isn’t a lack of discipline?

Sometimes we know exactly what we should be doing…

But life gets busy.
We get tired.
We don’t plan ahead.
We eat too little during the day and find ourselves starving at night.
We set unrealistic expectations and then feel like we’ve failed when we can’t maintain them.

Instead of asking:

“Why can’t I stick to this?”

Try asking:

“What’s actually getting in my way?”

That question changes everything.

Because when we identify the barrier, we can work with it — rather than constantly blaming ourselves for it. 🤍

You don’t need another perfect plan. You need a plan that works for YOUR real life.

That’s the heart of Balanced by Jess.

14/09/2026

Maybe you’re not tired of life… maybe you’re tired of the noise telling you how to live it. 🤍

Everywhere we look, we’re told what “healthy” should look like—what to eat, how to move, and who to be.

But health can also be found in the simple moments that quiet your mind:

Feeding the sheep with the children.
Watching them ride their bikes.
Taking the dogs for a walk.
Muddy boots by the door.
Fresh air and farm life.
Children laughing in the background.
Time offline.
Creating memories instead of capturing them.

Listen less to what you should do and more to what genuinely makes you feel good.

Because sometimes, the healthiest moments aren’t found in a perfect routine. They’re found in the chaos, the cuddles, the fresh air, and the everyday moments with the people you love.

Less pressure. More presence. More muddy boots, messy memories, and moments that matter. 🌿

Balanced by Jess — because healthy should feel like a life you want to live.

13/09/2026

A reminder to slow down. 🤍

Life doesn’t always need to be productive, planned or rushed.

Sometimes we just need to pause, breathe and appreciate where we are.

This is part of wellness too. 🌿

11/09/2026

🌅 Sometimes balance starts before the day even begins.

An early farm morning.
The quiet. The fresh air. The stillness.

Before the messages, the to-do list, the responsibilities and the noise… I take a moment to simply slow down and breathe. 🤎

For me, this is part of being Balanced by Jess.

Because balance isn’t just about what we eat or how much we exercise.
It’s also about how we feel, how we manage our days, and whether we make space for the things that bring us back to ourselves.

Your calm might look completely different to mine.

Maybe it’s movement.
Maybe it’s sitting quietly with your coffee. ☕️
Maybe it’s prayer, a walk, journaling, being outside, listening to music, or simply doing absolutely nothing for a few minutes.

There is no one-size-fits-all approach to feeling balanced.

Find what makes you feel grounded.
Find what gives you energy.
Find what makes you feel good.

Then make space for it. 🌿

Because taking care of yourself isn’t selfish — it’s part of living a healthier, more balanced life.

Balanced by Jess 🤎
Nourish your body. Calm your mind. Find your balance.

10/09/2026

🍝 REAL FOOD. FROM SCRATCH. NO NEED TO MAKE HEALTHY EATING BORING!

Tonight’s meal prep: homemade meatballs, spaghetti & a big colourful salad. 🥗❤️

Cooking from scratch means I know exactly what’s going into my meal — simple, wholesome ingredients that nourish rather than just fill me up.

And for a blood-sugar-balancing plate, it’s all about how you build the meal:

🥩 Protein: homemade meatballs
🍝 Carbs: spaghetti — because carbs are NOT the enemy!
🥗 Fibre: plenty of colourful salad & vegetables
🥑 Healthy fats: add a little olive oil, avocado or seeds if needed

✨ The goal isn’t to cut out foods — it’s to balance them.

👉 Aim for ½ your plate vegetables/salad, ¼ protein and ¼ carbohydrate, then adjust portions according to your hunger, activity and individual needs.

And yes… wholesome eating can still include SPAGHETTI & MEATBALLS! 😍

08/09/2026

Sometimes the hardest part is simply showing up. 💪✨

No matter your fitness level, your body deserves movement, strength and a little bit of fun! 🩷
One bounce, one workout, one step closer to feeling stronger, healthier & more confident. 🌸

Come bounce with us! 🏃‍♀️✨

🌈 WHY EAT THE RAINBOW?Eating a variety of colourful whole foods isn’t just about making your plate look pretty — differe...
07/09/2026

🌈 WHY EAT THE RAINBOW?

Eating a variety of colourful whole foods isn’t just about making your plate look pretty — different colours provide different nutrients that support your body in different ways. 🌱

🌈 MORE COLOUR = MORE VARIETY

Fruits and vegetables provide fibre, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Fibre is especially important for blood-sugar balance because it can help slow the digestion and absorption of carbohydrates, helping you avoid those big blood-sugar spikes and crashes.

🥦 FIBRE + PROTEIN + HEALTHY FATS = A MORE BALANCED PLATE

Instead of eating carbohydrates on their own, try pairing them with protein, healthy fats and fibre. This can help keep you feeling fuller for longer and support steadier energy throughout the day.

🍓 Berries
🥕 Carrots
🥦 Broccoli
🫑 Peppers
🍅 Tomatoes
🫐 Purple cabbage
🥬 Leafy greens

The goal isn’t to eat perfectly — it’s simply to add more variety and colour to your plate.

✨ Eat the rainbow. Feed your body. Balance your blood sugar.

🌈

07/09/2026

REBOUNDING MORNING – Part of Middelburg Woel & Wikkel Weekend

Join us for a fun and active morning as part of the Woel & Wikkel weekend!

Balanced by Jess – Rebounding Morning
📅 Date: 26 September
🕗 Time: 8:00 AM or 10:00 AM (30 min per class – 2 classes)
📍 Place: VELD - Restaurant
💰 Cost: R70 per class – includes a FREE coffee at VELD

Almal wat kom spring kry 'n verniet koffie by Veld!

Bring a friend – kom spring saam en geniet 'n lekker koffie by VELD.

Early bird bookings close 22 Sept – book your spot early!

In collaboration with VELD Restaurant

📲 Bespreek jou plek: WhatsApp 072 211 8772

This forms part of our Middelburg Woel & Wikkel Weekend – 25 & 26 September. An active and exciting weekend for the whole family.

For more info about the full weekend program:
WhatsApp 064 907 9552
http://www.middelburgkaroo.co.za

Address

29 Mark Street
Middelburg
5900

Opening Hours

Monday 17:15 - 18:15
Tuesday 09:00 - 15:00
Wednesday 15:30 - 16:00
17:15 - 18:15
Thursday 09:00 - 15:00
Friday 15:30 - 16:00
17:15 - 18:15

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