wellness Archives - Rolling Out

As the global health crisis continues, certain places like the grocery store are unavoidable. For many people, the thought of venturing out of your home can bring major anxiety, which is why we encourage you to wear a face mask, wash your hands regularly, and practice social distancing. Following these simple procedures will lessen your…

Apple is always leading and innovating in the tech space from phones to computers to watches. As we continue our day-to-day lives amid the global COVID-19 pandemic, hand-washing is one of the most effective ways to cut down on the transmission of the virus. With that in mind, officials at Apple have announced the launch…

Gladstone Etienne is a master herbalist and the founder of ZABICOLife, an herbal tea company. Etienne, who is from Dominica, an island of the Caribbean, hand-selects organic leaves, flowers, fruits, barks, and the roots of various herbs for his tisanes. His company’s mission is to help people enjoy the benefits of fine organic herbal teas…

Dolvett Quince is celebrity trainer and personal development expert best known for his work on NBC’s hit show “The Biggest Loser.” Quince is also a New York Times bestselling author. We spoke with him for rolling out‘s Health IQ series as he shared the importance of getting 30 minutes of daily exercise and having health…

Dr. LaKesha Legree is an anesthesiologist and holistic health expert whose practice is focused on pain management and mental health. She is the owner of Elev8 MD, a ketamine clinic in North Carolina where patients are treated for depression and chronic pain. We spoke with Dr. Legree about the current global health crisis and how…

Rolling out caught up with Chicago rapper and tattoo artist Phor to find out how he’s handling life under quarantine. During the interview, Phor also discussed new music and how he’s keeping his mind, body and soul healthy while avoiding COVID-19.

After years of witnessing individuals, especially people of color, being diagnosed with preventable diseases, Dr. Tremaine Jones Afetorgbor felt it was time to write a book. The Pharmacist Guide: How to Health Yourself, will be scheduled for release on March 25, 2020, through her website, www.drflavaspices.com, and on April 4, on Amazon.com) Also known as…

When three young Black men — Aaron Warrick, Greg Wilson, and Dante’ Wade — recognized the rapid growth of depression, stress and other mental health challenges in the Black community, they teamed up to create a mental wellness app. The 3 are graduates of Lincoln University outside of Philadelphia, the first HBCU in the country.…

Syleena Johnson stopped by rolling out studios and dropped some gems about the importance of fitness, health and wellness for everyone — especially women.

Emory Bernard, also known as “Fit by Joc,” is a celebrity personal trainer and Muscletech branded Athlete. The native Atlantan has been on the fitness scene for four years and has been traveling the world to follow his passion since. Not only has he helped clients achieve their fitness goals, he has also aided them…

Kenneth Kirkland is a personal trainer and the CEO of Trinity Conditioning. The 27-year-old graduated from Tuskegee University with a degree in food and nutritional science. In 2015 Trinity Conditioning was born after Kirkland who was then 300 pounds decided to change his life. He built a relationship with God nd sacrificed habits, which resulted…

Why do people think forgiveness is so important? Is it just because it’s the “right thing to do,” or is there some other bigger reason? What is forgiveness? What or who are we forgiving, and for what? Let me answer all of this and more. First, I don’t believe it’s necessary to forgive. That’s a…

Rolling out introduces Ask Monica, a new curated segment where host Monica Bey dives into answering viewers’ burning questions about life, relationships, career, wellness and more. The segment premieres Sept. 11 on rolling out‘s Facebook page.

Rolling out is excited to announce the premiere of Ask Monica, a new weekly video segment where powerhouse Monica Bey will dive into answering all of your burning questions about life, relationships, business, spirituality, wellness and more. The “Ask Monica” weekly segment will begin Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2019, at 2 p.m. exclusively on rolling out’s…

Grab your yoga mats at water bottles its time for free yoga. Yoga is an ancient practice that requires strength, focus, and determination. Atlanta has rapidly growing yoga community of novice and long-time yogis who are regularly searching for new places to practice. The most recent trend in Atlanta, with its wide collection of parks…

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois is taking a major step to improve community wellness in Chicago. BCBSI recently opened its first-ever neighborhood center aimed at improving community health by addressing common health challenges. The center is located in one of Chicago’s 77 communities in Pullman. I spoke with Laron Taylor, the director of the Blue Door Neighborhood…

Robert Ri’chard has been a household name for more than two decades. The Emmy Award-winning actor started his career in the early 1990s and has continued to grace the small and large screen ever since. Somewhere between his roles on Nickelodeon’s “My Cousin Skeeter” and UPN’s “One on One,” Ri’chard became a grown man. At 36, the…

During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, rolling out is helping women (and men) understand the complicated aspects of the second most common form of cancer, breast cancer. According to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, cancer is a broad term for a class of diseases characterized by abnormal cells that grow and invade healthy cells in the body.…

Oprah Winfrey feared the “worst” after seeking an online diagnosis when she fell ill. The 64-year-old media mogul turned to the -nternet when the left side of her chin swelled up but was scared by the results she found when she searched for “swollen lymph gland causes”. She wrote in an essay for O, The Oprah Magazine: “None…

Tune in to Dr. Katherine Igah-Phillips who gives advice on holistic health treatments.