CRYSTAL CLEAR Learning about Amethyst By Shaqueria Howard Known to provide great calming effects and enforce a clear mind, Amethyst has been used since ancient times for its many healing benefits. Ancient Egyptians, for example, would use Amethyst to guard against guilt and fearful things. Have you found it difficult to relieve yourself of headaches Continue Reading
The De-stress Blueprint By Tangela Yvette Adams CHC Everyone has faced stress at one time or another. Stress can be a hard opponent to conquer but not an impossible one. It is important to note that there is both good and bad stress. Healthy stress helps us to focus so we can follow through in Continue Reading
Learning to Embrace Your Body By Ms. Ariel Nicole For the past 8 months, I have watched as my body has changed in numerous ways, which has brought new feelings and emotions about my body and a change in body image. Changes can occur as we get older, become more sedentary or more active, experience Continue Reading
Originally from Ohio, designer Kandis May has always found herself surrounded by fashion and the art of creating clothes. Since the age of eight, after her mother, Gale May, began a community sewing class, Kandis has been immersed in the world of piecing together and creating clothing. As a child, Kandis’ mother would do different things Continue Reading
Grains of Gratitude By Kristie Kennedy Breath by breath, inhale and exhale deeply… This is how I intentionally pause during a highly demanding and merciless schedule. In order to cultivate a lifestyle of gratitude it is vital to slow down long enough to express thankfulness on a daily basis. I am no stranger to adversity Continue Reading
Cultivate a Zen State of Mind By Kayla Moses-David Peace, Love and Light to you Beloved! I am Lady Kay, A Wife, Mother, Student, Manager, Dance Instructor, Yoga Instructor, Performer and a Writer for AFIYA Magazine! As one can assume, based upon these titles and the responsibilities that come along with them, I am a Continue Reading
4 Steps to De-Clutter Your Life to Gain Focus and Peace By Tanya Clark, Esq. Clutter, is a debilitating and distracting word. We all know the feeling of being distracted and off balance. In a world where we are constantly bombarded with information, marketing messages, and Continue Reading
No Limits on Transformation w/ IFBB Figure Pro Cheryl Davis After taking a glance of a photo of Cheryl Davis, there is no denying that she has dedicated herself to her craft. As a fitness coach, personal trainer and accomplished figure competitor, Davis has used her achievements in the world of bodybuilding and her knowledge Continue Reading
Being the Glue… How much is it hurting you? By L. Denise Jackson Some people say we are in a post-racial society? What do you think? For some things color really doesn’t matter. Being the Glue is one of them. Gender doesn’t even matter. For AFIYA, we will reference women only, but it isn’t limited Continue Reading
By Sherrell Moore-Tucker Do you remember Jane Fonda in the 80s or Step Aerobics in the 90s? It’s interesting to reflect on how things evolve and change in life, and the fitness industry is no different. As a society we’ve spent years sculpting muscles, gaining strength, and building our cardiovascular system all in the hopes Continue Reading
