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True wellness is about balance—mind, body, and soul. We’re bringing you expert tips, holistic health insights, and everyday habits to help you feel strong, centered, and ready for whatever life brings.


photo collage of "the inner fitness revolution" book and image of author Tina Lifford
Self Care
Join The Inner Fitness Revolution
"How can I use today’s gifts and challenges to become the next best version of myself?" An actress, author and empowerment coach has the plan.
By Jina DuVernay
, February 28, 2025
5 Min Read
illustration of woman looking at herself in a mirror, self love
Self Care
Claim The Power of Self-Love
A step at a time, our self-love journeys can lead to greater joy, self-acceptance and growth.
By Alaya Linton
, February 12, 2025
5 Min Read
Marian Smith walking for exercise
Health
Shedding Emotional Weight–And Stubborn Pounds
Depressed, divorced and grieving, her weight ballooned. She's reclaiming health, healing trauma and telling herself "I love you."
By Marian Smith
, January 30, 2025
5 Min Read
various bean soups
Health
Which Soup is Best for Weight Loss?
It warms you up on a cold day. Soothes you when you’re ill. It’s a staple at dinnertime. And certain varieties may help you lose weight.
By Gerrie Summers
, January 16, 2025
5 Min Read
gif animation of woman walking backwards
Health
Help Reverse Back and Knee Pain with One Simple Move
Walking backward, also known as retro-walking, can soothe your achy knees and back. Plus, it burns more calories than regular walking.  
By Tamekia Reece
, January 3, 2025
3 Min Read
marathon, runner, Shanae Rivers
Self Care
I Did That! 50 Half-Marathons in 50 States by Age 50
My 50th race? The 50th state, Hawaii! Cheering loved ones held flowers and birthday balloons as I crossed the finish line with raised hands praising God and crying!
By Shanae Patterson Rivers
, December 19, 2024
3 Min Read
Halona Black shopping for fruit at her favorite local fruit market
Health
Maintaining 100-Pound Weight Loss Thanks to the “30 Plants a Week” Lifestyle
Try counting “plant points” instead of calories or fat grams. Here’s the deliciously diverse diet that’s helped me transform from a size 22 to a size 12.
By Halona Black
, December 11, 2024
7 Min Read
illustration of room with a lot of mess
Self Care
Misplaced Your Phone Again? Plus 7 More Signs You're Doing Too Much
What Black woman isn’t booked and busy? But juggling work, side hustles, home, parenting, volunteering, relationships and more takes a toll. It’s OK to slow your roll!
By Tamekia Reece
, December 11, 2024
5 Min Read
photo collage of Dephenia Blount before and after weightloss
Health
My Roadmap to ‘Onederland’ and a 60-Pound Weight Loss
A scale reading under 200 pounds is a milestone for many people committed to a long-term healthy weight journey. This is my route to success.
By Dephenia Blount
, December 4, 2024
3 Min Read
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