11 People of Color That Will Inspire You To Get Physically Fit

What they say is true. When you look good, you really do feel good! And you can look and feel good by eating healthy and exercising!
From yogis and dancers to runners and weight lifters, here are 11 people who will make you want to get off your butt and exercise!
1. Jeanette Jenkins
Jeanette Jenkins is a health and fitness expert, celebrity trainer, and the founder of the The Hollywood Trainer LLC. She studied Human Kinetics and has earned many certifications covering nutrition and various methods of training. Jeanette strives to "help everyone find the athlete inside them and enjoy the benefits of healthy living!"
2. Curtis Williams
Curtis Williams is a former NFL Athlete, sports performance coach, fitness instructor, and consultant. Training is his passion and he strives to motivate and maximize the potential of anyone that refuses to settle for mediocrity.
3. Massiel “Massy” Arias
Massiel Arias is a Certified Personal Trainer who is a prime example of how adopting a healthy diet and active lifestyle can change you mentally, physically, and spiritually. She hopes to "influence a new generation of trainers to teach people a lifestyle instead of a quick fix to get a bikini body" and she wants people to know and believe that being healthy really is being happy.
4. Gideon Akande
Gideon Akande is a national fitness expert who is passionate about health and fitness. He teaches, motivates, and inspires people all over the country through fitness events, media appearances, and his online presence. He left his career in finance to follow his heart and became a full-time personal trainer and group fitness instructor in 2010.
5. Jessamyn Stanley
Jessamyn Stanley is a yoga teacher, writer, and body positivity advocate. Her yoga classes celebrates students’ bodies and encourages them to ask themselves “How do I feel?” instead of “How do I look?”. Also, she's been featured in various media outlets. Curious about how she started yoga? You can find out by checking out her site.
6. Joe Holder
Joe Holder is a performance/health consultant who believes in optimizing mental and physical conditions. He is the creator of the Ocho System™️. Check out his social media channels for great fitness advice!
7. Danielle "Ms. Boston" Jones
Danielle Jones is a mom and Certified Celebrity Fitness Professional. Her social media channels are filled with workouts starring her and her adorable daughter.
8. Derrick “DJ” Townsel
Derrick "DJ" Townsel, also known as "Dade2Shelby," is a former NFL athlete, personal trainer, health coach, and yoga instructor. He is an inspiration for men, especially men of color, who are passionate about yoga. He was born in Miami, FL and spent 6 years of his adolescence in Memphis, TN, so he uses the name "Dade2Shelby" to remind him of where his journey started.
9. Latoya Shauntay Snell
Latoya Snell is a marathoner, ultra-marathoner, obstacle course racer, novice cyclist, yogi enthusiast, freelance chef, photographer, and writer. After being diagnosed with sciatica, a herniated disc and disc degeneration, which led to other issues, she decided to improve her life for the better by documenting her weight loss journey through various social media platforms. She's been featured in various media outlets and strives to attain certifications in nutrition and fitness instruction, among other things.
10. Dwight Holt, Jr.
Dwight Holt, Jr. is a Certified Fitness Instructor and celebrity trainer who will help you dance your pounds off. Check him out! He may be coming to a city near you!
11. Magda Civil
Magda Civil is a health & fitness coach and Certified Personal Trainer. She continuously motivates and provides valuable health and fitness information through her social media pages. Check her out!
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