Robbie Ann Darby
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4 Tips to Help Your Hair Beat the Summer Heat
Summer is here and you know what that means: The humidity and heat are here, too! So while you definitely should be having tons of fun in the sun, the ultimate goal for your summer hair should be proper care. → Read More
Swimming in the Black Community: How Racism Is Drowning Us
In the past, lack of access to swimming pools and public beaches meant that many black Americans were denied the opportunity to learn how to swim. Intergenerational fear of the water stops their descendants from learning even now. → Read More
How Ashley Hicks of Black Girls Run! Is Literally Running It
She’s an entrepreneur, wife, new mother and runner who slowed down long enough to tell The Root how she does it. → Read More
Waist Training Is More Like a Waste of Time
If you desire an hourglass shape for 2016, do the work. Don’t take a dangerous shortcut. → Read More
Don’t Diet This Time of Year; Put a Candy Cane in Your Smoothie
Here are five healthy holiday hacks to jump-start your new year. → Read More
7 Ways to Stay Fit Under All Those Layers This Winter
Comfort food, TV marathons and stay-indoors weather combine to help us pack on pounds in the colder months. But here are some ways to avoid that winter weight. → Read More
Shop and Sweat With These Breast-Cancer-Awareness Supporters
It’s that time of year again, when charity turns pink: National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The American Cancer Society estimates there will be 232,340 new cases of invasive breast cancer in the U.S. by the end of the year, and about 39,620 deaths from the disease. The statistics are alarming... → Read More
Top Fitness Apps That Can Technically Transform Your Health
Nearly one-third of U.S. smartphone owners download apps from the fitness and health category. So if you’re looking to use your smartphone to shape up, then you’ll be glad to know that I’ve tracked down the best fitness apps to help you stay on track. They are all totally worth... → Read More
Top Fitness Apps That Can Technically Transform Your Health
Nearly one-third of U.S. smartphone owners download apps from the fitness and health category. So if you’re looking to use your smartphone to shape up, then you’ll be glad to know that I’ve tracked down the best fitness apps to help you stay on track. They are all totally worth your time and your storage space, so enjoy this download-worthy list. → Read More
9 Foods That Help Fight Breast Cancer
It’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and since African-American women are disproportionately affected by the disease, The Root is sharing information about foods that researchers have found have properties that can help in the fight against cancer. → Read More
Work Out, Then Hang Out in the Perfect Black Leggings
Cooler temperatures mean cooler clothes, so you know what that means: time to break out those black leggings. Leggings are definitely the new denim. In fact, last year jeans sales were down 6 percent from the previous year, according to the NPD Group. So if you’re looking for a pair... → Read More
Keep Your Hair Fly and Your Heart Rate High With These Tips
Two out of five African-American women forgo exercise because of their hair, but here’s some solid advice to give you healthy hair and a healthier body. → Read More
15 Songs to Crank Up While You’re Working Out
Young, Black and Viral: Get the body you want with this playlist for every moment of your workout, from warmup to cooldown, and those times when you need something to push you through. → Read More
Watch: A Hand Towel Is All You Need for a Great Workout
I don’t know which of the following inspired this workout more: the song “Scrub Da Ground,” which instantly takes me back to high school, or my fascination with workouts that require minimal equipment. It’s probably a combination of the two. What I do know, however, is that if having fun... → Read More
Sex, Love and Peace: The Benefits of Exercising With Your Boo
Not motivated to hit the gym? Having a hard time sticking to your workout plan? Might be time to recruit your boo! In fact, studies show that couples who work out together increase their chances of sticking to their exercise program by 90 percent. However, the real power in power... → Read More
5 Ways Running Can Change Your Life
Most people assume, since I’m a former soccer girl-turned-personal trainer, that I’ve also always been a runner. Not true. Yes, I know, there’s a lot of running in soccer, but running cross-country or track? I wasn’t into that at all growing up. In fact, I found it strange, always thinking,... → Read More
A 2nd Chance: How I Make Sure I Never Return to My 14-Year-Long Eating Disorder
Shame, confusion, fear—these are the words that summed up my day-to-day existence for 14 years. “How did this happen to me?” “Am I the only black girl dealing with this?” Will I ever be normal again?” Endless questions with no answers, because, simply put—no one was talking about eating disorders... → Read More
Black Girls Do Get Eating Disorders: I Did and I Survived.
While most girls were prepping for prom, doodling their crush’s name in their notebooks and hanging out at the mall I was dreading what size my prom dress would be, doodling in my notebook how many calories/days/weeks it would take to be a size 3 and the only hangouts I... → Read More
‘Fattitude’ Adjustment: Stop Trash-Talking Your Own Body
Raise your hand if you’ve ever heard that little voice in your head say: “Oh my goodness, I hate my legs!” “I wish my stomach were flatter.” “I would definitely be happier if I lost these last 10 pounds!” Sounds familiar, right? In fact, a number of studies on body... → Read More
4 Healthy Recipes That Will Give You a Guilt-Free Holiday
Bring on the fireworks and fun times with family and friends! The Fourth of July is almost here, and everyone’s favorite summer holiday wouldn’t be complete without a barbecue. So fire up the grill and be sure to invite this flavorful, guilt-free cocktail, side dishes and dessert to your holiday... → Read More