Lifestyle

Here’s a question for you: Would you ever consider waking up an hour early every day just to hit the gym? Assuming that your answer was a resounding, “No way!” here’s another question: What if we told you that working out in the morning can help you lose weight faster? If your answer went from […]

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Need help shaping what your momma gave you beauties? Then you may want to start by shaking things up. Literally. Whole body vibration training started…

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You sweat daily and you go hard when you do! Bravo beauty. However suffering a workout related injury is practically inevitable when it comes to…

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I remember back in the 90s when my mom would go “power walking” after dinner and I would be in awe. I would try to tag along and pump my arms fast like her, but all I wanted to do was run. Here is the deal–walking is totally the new running. Although running as a […]

Suffering from the “desk job blues”? You may be one of millions of people who spend their days sedentary at a desk, staring at computer screens day after day. On numerous occasions we’ve heard the detrimental effects of desk jobs, how it increases the potential for weight gain and the risk of various chronic conditions […]

Queen Latifah is obviously one of the most beautiful women in the world. We dare you to argue that gospel! One thing that makes her…

Entertainment

It’s been 30 years since the Cosby Show debuted on our TV screens.  Thirty years!  Let that sink in for a minute.  Now, as we all feel a little bit older, our favorite son, Malcolm Jamal Warner (Theo) is all grown up.  He’s been doing a lot lately: movies, television series, etc. The actor, poet […]

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A healthy life is a happy life! You can start living healthier by simply substituting a few things in your daily routine. Remember that small things can make a big difference and little changes can yield huge results! 1. Cook at home instead of eating out Did you know that even “healthy” choices like salads […]

Bored with running on the treadmill? Have you worn out another pair of running shoes on the trails? No worries. Change up your cardio workout by getting a jump rope. I don’t know about you, but when I get into my jump rope rhythm I instantly hear the Rocky movie theme song, “Gonna Fly Now.” […]

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Having a positive self esteem is an ongoing process for many.  If you think that actors and musicians with millions of fans don’t struggle with it too, think again. Actress Keke Palmer opened up that she struggled with loving her darker skin and “prayed for lighter skin” as a young child. Her admission was revealed […]

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The news that many black women battle with their weight is not new. According to the CDC, four out of five black women continue to…

If you need a breakfast food that is quick and easy to prepare, tastes good AND helps you lose weight, look no further than the cantaloupe! Cantaloupes are low calorie and packed with essential nutrients. Get more from your breakfast and less around your waist with these other benefits: 1. Very filling High fiber foods […]