Now Following: The Top Black Wellness Influencers of 2023

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!

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.

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.