Meet Yumna

Yumna Jawad works hard to achieve a balance of healthy meals, dynamic workouts, and family fun—an approach that promotes overall wellness. As a successful entrepreneur, recipe developer, and social media influencer, Yumna is best known for her brand, Feel Good Foodie. Through this platform, she has made healthy cooking more accessible and strives to ease the daily stress of meal planning for her audience.  

In addition to her entrepreneurial success, Yumna maintains an active lifestyle at MVP  Sportsplex, where she participates in a variety of fitness activities, including group exercise classes, personal training, tennis, and swimming with her family. Through Feel Good Foodie and her commitment to fitness, Yumna has cultivated a well-balanced lifestyle that inspires both her online community and the local community in Grand Rapids, Michigan.  

Yumna’s fitness journey with MVP began in 2022 when she moved to Grand Rapids and realized she needed to recommit to a healthy lifestyle. Almost immediately, she became an All-Star member, finding motivation and support through  Sportsplex’s group exercise classes. As she shared, “It’s more motivating to work out with  others.” Among her favorite classes is TORCH, which she attends weekly with a close-knit group of friends. “There’s a great sense of community,” she added, highlighting the camaraderie that fuels her passion for fitness.  

In addition to group workouts, Yumna also participates in personal training. She began this aspect of her fitness journey in 2022, seeking a practical approach to stay accountable and track her progress. Three years later, she continues to embrace her sessions with enthusiasm. “She is always coming to our sessions ready to work and push herself,” said her trainer, Justin Riggs. “There’s never a dull moment during our hour, and she is always  killing the workouts!”  

Yumna’s motivation for fitness extends to her family life as well, where fitness is a shared experience. Whether playing tennis or swimming, Yumna values the quality time she  spends with her children, noting, “I enjoy having it be part of my routine for my family and  me to exercise.”  

Outside of MVP, Yumna is a dedicated influencer with over 9 million followers. Through Feel Good Foodie, she has created a thriving platform that features simple, healthy recipes that are inspired by her Mediterranean background and designed to make cooking enjoyable for families. Her website and social media channels offer practical cooking tips, creative tricks, and a variety of mouthwatering recipes.  

In addition to her social media presence, Yumna recently published her debut cookbook featuring 125 recipes that combine Middle Eastern and Midwest flavors Each recipe is designed to  

be simple, with fewer than ten ingredients, and provides practical advice for aspiring home cooks. “I love seeing the impact my cookbook has had on families who are learning how to cook and enjoy the process of home-cooked meals,” she shares.  

Yumna also embarked on a nationwide tour to promote her book, connecting with fans and hearing firsthand stories about how Feel Good Foodie has influenced their lives. “I loved meeting fans from across the country and hearing stories about how Feel Good Foodie affected them,” she reflects. The cookbook is available at major retailers, and signed copies can be purchased at Schuler’s Bookstore. For more of Yumna’s inspiring story, visit feelgoodfoodie.net.  

Yumna’s passion for cooking, fitness, and family continues to inspire those around her. Her commitment to living a healthy, fulfilling life is evident in her daily choices and her mission to help others achieve the same. As she continues her journey, we are proud to support her efforts in motivating our community to live healthier lives—one recipe, workout, and connection at a time.