There are TONS of wellness gurus that have entered our social media timelines in 2023. A lot of us are focused on bettering our physical and mental health. We want to eat better, feel better, and live better! But knowing who to follow and trusting their leadership may seem a bit overwhelming. BDO is here to help you narrow it down. And if you know anything about that algorithm, after following these influencers, you’ll quickly be pointed to other accounts that share the content you’re looking for. But this article is a great start!
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Tabitha Brown @iamtabithabrown
With her southern charm and warm, loving demeanor, Miss Tab has captured the hearts (and palates) of over four million Instagram followers.
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You can go to her for tasty vegan recipes, Auntie-like humor, and a motivational message.
Since becoming a viral sensation in 2020, Tabitha Brown has become a best-selling author and entrepreneur. Through her personal testimonies, she teaches about faith, perseverance and remaining true to yourself through it all.
Raven Ross @pilatesbodyraven
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Raven is known for her reality TV stint on season three of “Love Is Blind”.
As a certified pilates trainer, Raven’s Instagram and YouTube accounts share workouts designed to help you move and feel better. Head to her YouTube channel for some free at-home pilates routines!
Jessamyn Stanley @mynameisjessamyn
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This author and yoga instructor gained recognition through Instagram photos of her doing yoga as a Black, plus-sized woman.
She co-founded the digital wellness app, The Underbelly, which hosts unique, inclusive yoga classes online. Her social media presence is that of inclusivity and body positivity.
Dr. Chelsea Jackson Roberts @chelsealovesyoga
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Dr. Chelsea Jackson Roberts is a celebrated Peloton instructor who specializes in yoga and meditation based in New York City.
There’s a lot to gain from the scholar who is also Lululemon’s first Black global ambassador. Her content is giving fitness and realness as she also shares her journey as a wife and new mom.
Black Men Heal @blackmenheal
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Black Men Heal is a nonprofit organization that offers free therapy for Black men.
Through individual and virtual group sessions, Black Men Heal provides a safe space for men to heal from generational trauma and systemic racism.
Latoya Shauntay Snell @iamlshauntay
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She’s an athlete, a chef, and a motivational speaker.
Latoya Shauntay Snell turned her battles with weight, health, and fitness into inspiration for others. She is an advocate for body positivity and health for people of any size or walk of life.
Dr. Joy Harden Bradford @hellodrjoy / Therapy For Black Girls @theraphyforblackgirls
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Dr. Joy Harden is a licensed psychologist and the founder of Therapy For Black Girls.
She uses pop culture references to demonstrate psychological concepts. You might recognize her as a co-host on a reunion special of MTV’s Teen Mom: Young and Pregnant. She created Therapy For Black Girls to present mental health topics in a way that feels more accessible and relevant.
Black Men With Gardens @blackmenwithgardens
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Founded by @zznelsonzz, Black Men With Gardens is an Instagram community dedicated to Black men who love plants and gardening. It is a place where special father & son moments are shared.
Lita Lewis @followthelita
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Lita shows her followers that you can be pregnant AND fit! As a motivational speaker and online life coach, she focuses on building a strong mind as well as body. Her content focuses on fitness, wellness, marriage, and motherhood.
Corey Calliet @mrcalliet
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Corey Calliet is a celebrity trainer and body transformation specialist. He is best known for helping to turn Michael B. Jordan into Adonis, the character he portrayed in the Creed series. His workouts come with a side of affirmations and motivation to keep pushing through.
Kevin Curry @fitmencook
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Kevin Curry’s content combines fitness and food. He shares recipes that are healthy yet exciting and tasty. His journey through self-improvement in the gym and in the kitchen led him to starting an online community for those with similar goals.
The key to “following” anyone on social media or even in your personal life is to take what you need and leave the rest. Everything may not resonate, but through discernment and spending time off of your phone and with yourself, you will know what information is right for you! Happy scrolling!
