Black Girls Workout Too: Mother-Daughter Duo Promotes Fitness Among Minorities

What are the ups and downs of going into business with family?

It can be very rewarding because you personally know your business partners, which helps the trust factor in any business. We get to share all of our successes together. A down would be separating personal feelings from business decisions. Although this maybe an issue to tackle, it always improves our communication skills and relationships.

Are there any simple exercise moves a working woman can do at work, sitting at her desk perhaps?

Calf raises while sitting in your chair or squeezing your abs in as you are sitting in your chair.

What’s one of the greatest benefits a regular fitness schedule and healthy diet can offer to our professional lives?

Stress relief is the greatest benefit! So get sweaty, increase your heart rate, and manage your physical and mental health!

The two of you have successfully expanded your brand to include a gym, fitness DVDs and apparel. What advice would you give to other businesswomen who want to expand their brands?

The gym was first, and we wanted to push our brand to new realms. We successfully maintained our audience by adding the fitness apparel, and then the DVD. We have recently expanded with our first Juice Bar. Taking your brand to a new level requires research, planning, time, and faith. Analyze your strengths, audience, and areas of potential growth and you will succeed.

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