Today we’d like to introduce you to Jordan Fountain.
Hi Jordan , we’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
I started my fitness journey later than most at 28 years old after avoiding the weight room for nearly a decade following a serious athletic injury in college. For years, I chased different careers like acting and film editing, but none of it felt aligned with who I was meant to be. I reached a breaking point where I prayed for clarity and direction, and the answer I felt was simple: get in shape.
I began at 156 pounds, insecure, unfocused, and disconnected from the discipline I had growing up. Stepping into the gym again forced me to face everything I’d been running from fear, doubt, weakness physically and mentally. But little by little, I committed myself to the process. Through consistency, self-discipline, and a lot of faith, I rebuilt my body and my identity. Today, I’ve transformed from that 156-pound version of myself to a lean, muscular 194–205-pound natural bodybuilder with a mission bigger than just lifting weights.
My journey became more than a physical transformation it became the foundation for my purpose. Fitness gave me confidence, clarity, and alignment. Now I use what I’ve learned to help others build muscle, change their mindset, and find the discipline and resilience that changed my life. I’ve competed in bodybuilding shows, built programs for people of all backgrounds, and continue to share my story to show what’s possible when you commit to growth.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
The road definitely hasn’t been smooth. My journey started with a major setback an injury that kept me out of the weight room for almost ten years. Coming back wasn’t just about rebuilding my body; it was about rebuilding my confidence. I had to face the insecurity, doubt, and fear that kept me from stepping into my potential for so long.
There were periods where I felt lost, unsure of my purpose, and frustrated with the slow results. I battled financial struggles, self-discipline issues, and the mental weight of feeling like I had fallen behind in life. Even now, prepping for bodybuilding shows comes with its own challenges long days, strict diets, exhaustion, and moments where motivation drops and discipline has to take over.
But every obstacle taught me something. The injury forced me to develop patience. The insecurity forced me to grow mentally. The setbacks showed me what consistency really looks like. And the journey as a whole taught me that the hardest battles usually produce the strongest version of yourself.
I’m proud of how far I’ve come not because it was perfect, but because I kept going when it wasn’t.
Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know?
Mindful Muscle is built on transformation real, achievable, and sustainable transformation. I specialize in helping people build muscle, develop discipline, and reshape both their bodies and their mindset, no matter their starting point. What I’m known for is making fitness accessible and personal. Whether someone is a complete beginner, a former athlete trying to get back in shape, or an advanced lifter preparing for a show, I create programs that fit their lifestyle, budget, and level of commitment.
What sets me apart is that my entire approach comes from lived experience. I’m not someone who grew up shredded or naturally gifted. I started at 156 pounds, rebuilding myself from the ground up after a decade away from the gym. Everything I teach nutrition, hypertrophy, discipline, workload management, mindset comes from years of personal trial, research, and transformation. People trust my guidance because they can see the journey, not just the results.
I’m most proud of the fact that my brand is more than fitness it’s about identity, confidence, and alignment. My goal is to help people step into the strongest version of themselves, physically and mentally. Through personalized training programs, realistic meal plans, one-on-one coaching, and an upcoming ebook/community, I give people tools they can actually sustain, not rigid systems they’ll quit in three weeks.
What I want readers to know is simple: no matter your background, schedule, or budget, building the body and life you want is possible. Mindful Muscle exists to make that journey clear, structured, and motivating. I’m here to help people find discipline, resilience, and belief in themselves, the same way fitness helped me find mine.
How do you think about happiness?
What brings me the most happiness is being able to combine both living a life rooted in faith and using fitness as a vehicle to inspire others. Helping people build confidence, change their mindset, and transform their lives makes me feel like I’m walking in my calling. That’s the kind of happiness that stays with you.
Pricing:
- $250 for 1 month of Training, Nutrition, and Accountability
- $1000 for 4 month of Training, Nutrition, and Accountability
- $3000 for 1 year of Training, Nutrition, and Accountability
Contact Info:
- Website: https://mindfulmuscle.myshopify.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejordanmfountain
