These workouts are DIY, FUBU, and sure to get you F-I-T.
With that said, the top four leading causes of death among African-Americans are heart disease, cancer, stroke, and diabetes. And according to the Centers for Disease Control, more than 60 percent of Hispanic-Americans will develop obesity and Type 2 diabetes. As we work to prevent these conditions, there's nothing wrong with having someone on your vision board who, well, looks like you. Here's a (non-exhaustive) list of people of color who are leading the charge on healthy living via social media.
Hey Fran Hey
With her signature vlog introduction — "Hey Beautiful Ones! — Hey Fran Hey has become one of the more popular lifestyle experts of color on DIY beauty, nutrition, natural hair care, and fitness, "with a bohemian twist." Her Tumblr is positive and inspiring, and if you're interested in a vegan diet, she can help you learn about that too!
Food Heaven Made Easy with Wendy & Jess
These ladies both hold master's degrees in nutrition science, and they are BFFs, which means their videos are scientifically sound, as well as friendly and inviting! Watch their YouTube channel to learn how to cook nutrient dense, affordable plant-based recipes that are actually simple to make.
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"Mr. Shut Up and Train"
Do you want to get fit? Like, do you really, want to optimize that body? Rahman "Ray" Grayson, aka Mr. Shut Up and Train, is your man. This Atlanta-based celeb trainer makes fitness a group activity, mobilizing the internet when he offers the "Free 30-Day Fit Challenge." Once you sign up, you'll get daily exercise and nutrition challenges that are detailed, tough, and get results. As he says, "Healthy is the new sexy."
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