Happiness is a Healthier Habit
Welcome to Happiness is a Healthier Habit, the podcast where wellness meets real life. I’m Jackie Pool a coach, mama of three, and early morning motivator helping women ditch quick fixes and build lasting habits that fuel their energy, strength, and confidence. From intuitive eating to fat loss, peptides to mom-life balance, we cover it all with honesty, strategy, and heart. Because when your habits work, your whole life flows.
Episodes
138 episodes
EPI 139: The Simple Workout Split That’s Changing My Body (for 3rd trimester)
If you’ve been feeling like you need to do more to see results more workouts, more time, more intensity… this episode is for you.Right now, I’m in my third trimester, dealing with back pain, navigating iron deficiency, and still...
EPI 138: Why I’m Not Bouncing Back (3rd Trimester Truths)
In this episode, I’m sharing a real and honest look into my third trimester and the mental battle around “bouncing back” after pregnancy.Even as a coach who teaches sustainable habits, I’ve caught myself feeling the pressure to get my bo...
EPI 137: Why Some Peptide Companies Are Shutting Down (And What Comes Next)
The Peptide Industry Is Changing… Here’s What You Need to KnowThe peptide industry is going through a major shift.With recent FDA crackdowns, company closures, and legal challenges affecting well-known providers, many peopl...
EPI 136: Why This Weekend in Orlando is Changing Everything
In this episode, I’m sharing a behind-the-scenes look at my recent trip to Orlando and why this weekend was such a powerful moment in my wellness journey and business.This wasn’t just another conference. It was a weekend filled with big ...
EPI 135:Pregnancy Supplements I’m Using Right Now + Daily Wellness Rituals
In this episode, I’m sharing the exact supplements and daily rituals I’m using during pregnancy to support energy, digestion, recovery, and overall wellness.I cover:My prenatal and collagensProbiotics O...
EPI 134: Running at 20 Weeks Pregnant: Rebuilding Endurance + First Mile Struggles
What does it really look like to run at 20 weeks pregnant after taking two weeks off?This week, I made it “running week.” After focusing on strength training, I returned to running for three consecutive days building from one mile ...
EPI133: I’m Back: What This Season Is Teaching Me About Health, Habits & Letting Go
I haven’t recorded a podcast episode since mid-December, and today I’m sharing why.I’m currently 17 weeks pregnant, and this season has required more from me than I expected physically, mentally, and emotionally. In this episode, I’m ope...
EPI 132: Understanding Brain Mapping, Neurofeedback, & Emotional Wellness with Lisa Cramer
In this episode, I sit down with Lisa Cramer, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor serving Illinois and Colorado, who specializes in brain mapping (QEEG) and neurofeedback therapy. This conversation opened my eyes to ...
EPI 131: Balancing Hormones & Healing from the Inside Out with Ana Lopez
In this episode of Keep Austin Balanced, I get to chat with Ana Lopez, a holistic nutrition therapist specializing in identifying the root causes of hormonal, digestive, and blood sugar imbalances especially for w...
EPI 130: Creating Balance and Connection: Inside the “Keep Austin Balanced” Event with Alma Gormley
In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, I sit down with Alma Gormley, the creator of the Keep Austin Balanced wellness event and founder of the Hormone Co. Health Collective. Alma shares the story behind how this unique ...
EPI 129: Balancing Beauty, Wellness, and Real Estate with Jennifer Whitfield
In this episode, Jackie Pool sits down with the multi-talented Jennifer Whitfield, a powerhouse in wellness, skincare, and real estate. Together, they dive into Jennifer’s personal transformation journey, her daily habits for productivit...
EPI 128:How Habits, Protein & Peptides Shape a Healthy Life with Coach Chris Collins
In this episode, I sit down with Coach Chris Collins for a real, open conversation about the power of habits, the importance of protein, and how supplements like creatine and peptides can enhance health from the inside out.We talk about ...
EPI 127: Keeping Austin Balanced with Carolina Sisti Strength, Community, and Joy in Wellness
In this light and fun conversation, I sit down with Carolina Sisti, fitness trainer, motivator, and all-around powerhouse, to talk about how she’s helping people in Austin get stronger inside and out.Carolina shares her jour...
EPI 126: Keeping Austin Balanced with Bene Pilates
In this episode, I sit down with Niki], the founder of Bene Pilates here in Austin. We’re both part of the Keep Austin Balanced Holiday Event, and I couldn’t wait to chat with her about what balance really means both in life and i...
EPI 125: Mindful About Supplements…But Not About Your Lifestyle?
Ever notice someone who drinks every weekend, eats whatever they want, but then says they’re super careful about their supplements? 🤔 In this episode, we’re unpacking the oddity of being picky about supplements like MAKE peptides while...
EPI 124: Cooking Tools & Hacks That Make Life Easier
Tired of complicated kitchen hacks or recipes that take forever? In this episode, I’m breaking down the must-have tools and cookware that make cooking simpler, faster, and more enjoyable. From the perfect pan to knives you actually need,...
EPI 123: Kitchen & Cooking Tips for Better Family Health
The kitchen is the heart of the home and when it’s stocked, prepped, and filled with nourishing choices, it sets the tone for your family’s health. In this episode I share simple, practical kitchen and cooking tips that help busy families...
EPI 122: The Power of One Small Win a Day
Do you ever feel like if you can’t do it all perfectly, it’s not even worth starting? In this episode, I break down how shifting from perfection to progress can transform your health, habits, and confidence. Instead of trying to overhaul your e...
EPI 121: How to Support Your Body When Sleep is Lacking
In this episode, I’m sharing my personal toolkit for navigating seasons where sleep just isn’t as plentiful as I’d like. Whether it’s a busy schedule, family demands, or simply life being life we all know what it feels like to push through on l...
EPI120: When Fear Meets Faith: My Reaction to Charlie Kirk’s Killing
In this emotional episode I react to the recent killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk and share how the event landed for me personally. I talk about being reminded of 9/11, why I believe the United States is not a third-world country de...
EPI 119:Building Confidence the Keith Harrell Way
Confidence isn’t something you’re born with it’s something you can build. In this episode, inspired by the late motivational speaker Keith Harrell, I share how to strengthen your self-belief, reframe negative thoughts, and take daily s...
EPI 118:Be Your Own Advocate: The Truth About Cholesterol and Dismissive Doctors
This episode comes straight from my heart.I recently joined my mom at a doctor’s appointment, and what I witnessed left me frustrated, sad, and more determined than ever to speak out. The physician flat-out told us that “lifestyle factor...
EPI 117: Why Snacking Might Be Stalling Your Fat Loss
You’ve been told to eat every 2–3 hours to “keep your metabolism going”… but what if constant snacking is the reason your fat loss has stalled? In this episode, I break down how insulin really works, why grazing all day keeps you in stora...
EPI 116: y Homeschooling Journey So Far (and How Not to Lose Yourself Along the Way)
Since starting homeschooling at the end of July, our family has finally found our rhythm mornings filled with lessons, nature walks, and read-aloud, and afternoons packed with soccer practices, art classes, and family time.But here’s the...
EPI 115: The Routine That Works Is the One That Fits Your Life
Cookie-cutter plans don’t work because your life isn’t one-size-fits-all. This episode is your invitation to build a routine that supports you and your body, your schedule, your energy, and your goals. I’m walking you through wha...