Health is wealth and now is more important than ever before to take control of your health. We all know eating healthy and drinking lots of water play major roles in our overall wellness, but moving our bodies is also very vital. 

Working out is a great way to reduce stress, anxiety and shed any unwanted weight gain due to being cooped up in the house all year. 

If you’re looking for Black fitness influencers to follow as we move into the new year, here are 7!

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Focusing on yoga and meditation, DeAndre is a great follow to learn more about the positive impact mindfulness and yoga can have on your wellness journey. 

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Known for his #HipHopFit cardio dance workouts, Mike Peele is a great follow to get your body moving while having lots of fun. 

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With almost 30 years of personal training and health coaching under her belt, Jeanette has worked with some of the most famous women on the planet like Tracee Ellis Ross and Alicia Keys. She is a great follow for at-home workout inspiration — no equipment needed!

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Brittne is a great follow if you’re looking for at-home workout videos using props you already have at home. Her videos will be sure to get you toned in no time!

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This body positivity influencer and yoga instructor is amazing to follow to learn about various yoga poses and how to effectively do them! 

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This Ghanaian influencer has AfroBeat Burnout sessions every Wednesday and Saturday and merges aerobic exercise with AfroBeats for a fun filled workout session. 

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Lita has been at this for a very long time and is one of the OG fitness influencers. She’s an amazing follow for workout videos using little equipment in 10 minutes or less.

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