As an African American woman, I already knew my hair would be an important part of my fitness journey.
Increased heart rate can lead to sweating out hairstyles, edges fighting for survival, wash days multiplying, and figuring out gym hairstyles that still look halfway decent afterward…
Especially now, as we head into the summer months.
Because nothing humbles you faster than walking out of the gym looking like your workout had a personal vendetta against your silk press.
But somewhere between the sweating, the increased heart rate, the weight training, the battle with sugar cravings, and working to become healthier mentally, spiritually, and physically… God started showing me something deeper:
Consistency matters more than my comfort!
And honestly, that lesson shows up in so many other areas of life too.
The last few days, I’ve been in Proverbs (chapters 1–7), and those chapters have been sitting on my heart as I write this week’s blog. Over and over, Solomon talks about wisdom, discipline, instruction, self-control, guarding your heart, staying focused, and not turning away from the right path.
This journey requires intentionality, and I’m learning that it is not about perfection! It’s about awareness.
And remember that becoming healthier is not punishment — it’s stewardship.
Prayer:
Lord, thank You for carrying us through every season, even the seasons where growth feels slow, uncomfortable, or unseen. As we enter the summer months, help us to walk in wisdom, discipline, joy, and balance. Teach us how to care for ourselves spiritually, mentally, emotionally, and physically without losing softness, femininity, or peace along the way.
Help us to stay consistent even when motivation fades. Give us strength to make healthier choices, grace for the days we fall short, and wisdom to keep getting back up. Protect our hearts, guide our minds, and remind us that true transformation begins within.
May this summer be filled with laughter, healing, confidence, freedom, growth, beautiful memories, deeper faith, and renewed strength.
And Lord… please help our hairstyles survive these workouts and this humidity.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.
Happy Summer, friends. Let’s keep growing anyway.
