After the “new year, new me” phase has worn off, how do you stay inspired to go hard in the gym, carve out time to get centered or start new eating habits? The good news:  It’s never too late to start living your best life! Anything from what to put in your green smoothie to mastering the art of self-care, these vloggers, writers and advocates of color have got you covered for a prosperous year. Follow these Instagrammers to stay motivated, inspired and feeling yourself a little more in 2017:

Fitness 

1. Jessamyn Stanley/@mynameisjessamyn

If you aren’t hip to this femme fatale, it’s time.  In 2016, she topped many a list because for once, yoga finally has a face that challenges the thin, white mold. She’s bringing a whole new face to body positivity for black girl yogis who never quite felt welcome because of their body type. At any stage in your practice, tune into Jessamyn for flawless backbends, pose tutorials and honest reflections.

2. Rachael Weathers/@YogaRachael 

Representation inside and outside of the yoga studio matters! When posting about her inspiration Rachael wrote, “She was tired of seeing one face, one size, and one color associated with yoga” on her Instagram. For anyone looking to try yoga for the first time, try Rachael’s #FoundationsofYoga. She’ll even tell you if you’re doing the pose right if you post your pose with the hashtag. To yogis newbies, you’re welcome! 

3. Toni Carey/@toni_carey 

Co-founder of Black Girls Run and founder of keepingbalanced.com, her personal Instagram is even more inspiring than her business. Get connected with Toni for a little of everything when it comes to living better. She not only shares what she’s eating or doing to stay active, but also a little wisdom on how to find balance.

4. Quiana Welch/@chuckiewelch 

If you’ve never thought about lifting as part of your workout routine, Quiana Welch might make you think otherwise. Not only is her body amazing, but you’ll enjoy her carefree black girl attitude! She shows her followers that black girls not only lift, but that muscle is beautiful. 

Spirituality/Self Care 

1. Alexandra/@alex_elle

To follow Alexandra is to fall in love. You’ll fall in love with her family and swoon over the romance she shares with her partner, and If you are into poetry, you’re in for a treat. Her work reinforces positivity, embracing your personal journey and growth. Her IG radiates lessons of self-love and discovery. 

2. Jamie/@blackgirlcalm 

Learn to create calm and let go of stress with a Black Girl’s Guide To Calm. Founder Jamie sprinkles in inspiration along with interactive posts designed to make us dig a little deeper to find inner peace. 

3. GG Renee/@ggreneewrites 

The first step to a healthier you is embracing you. Writer GG Renee Hill uses her writing to empower others to do just that. Each post is dedicated to your journey with affirmations that can feed the soul. 

4. Faith Hunter/@spirituallyfly

Learn to honor your body and get your mind right with Faith Hunter. Not only are her curls poppin’, but she can show you how to stay in sync with you. Although yoga can be a great workout, Faith also shows us how to use it to practice mindfulness, self-care and self-love. 

5.  Shalom Blac/@shalom_blac

Youtuber Shalom Blac wants you to be your own kind of beautiful. More importantly, she is showing us what beauty truly means as a beauty vlogger with a story to share.  Her courage to own the skin she’s in and promote self-confidence is nothing short of inspiring. While many discuss if makeup can challenge self-worth, Shalom makes a different argument; who you are and how you feel about yourself is the most important. 

6. Nilly/@nillyearth

Nilly or @Nillyearth is carving out space on Instagram where women of color can connect and foster community. Her mission to unify women artists with a “sociopolitical undertone” is based on her Instagram blog called Soulpick. Her eye-catching personal IG is more like a journal or personal memoir teaching you self-acceptance and self exploration.

Health/Body Positivity

1. Shannon Boodram/@shanboody

Shannon Boodram is like your cool cousin from Canada that you take all of your sex questions to. You will love her youtube channel just as much as her personal IG page. It’s a breath of fresh air weaving in sex ed and good vibes about self-love. 

2. Gabbi Gregg/@Gabifresh

What is there not to love about Gabi Gregg? I’ll answer. Nothing. This blogger/body positivity advocate/designer is everything. She’s the perfect example of how embracing who you are is sexy. She’ll give you fashionable looks for days and all with a simple message: Love your body. 

3. Esosa E./@therawgirl

Ever considered going vegan? Even if you haven’t, watching Esosa or @therawgirl might inspire you to consider trying a few new things. Aside from her mission to provide healthy living tips, she serves tasty, fun photos.  Bonus: you won’t feel like you’re being converted to veganism and her locs are gorgeous.

4. Jenné Claiborne/@sweetpotatosoul

For foodies who love to double tap new dishes, @sweetpotatosoul will get you together. This natural haired queen is full of your favorite foods with a vegan twist. Vegan or not, her take on a healthy living and eating is just fun to follow. 

5. Nikisha Brunson/@NikishaBrunson

 

Follow for fly fashions, dope hair, and tips for a better you inside and out. Urban Bushbabes co-founder Nikisha Brunson will be your new IG crush for a few reasons; her down to earth vibe provides a simple take on how natural hair care, skin care, and what we put in our bodies are connected. 

Start and end 2017 with more growth, more self-love, and healthier habits. These 16 are down for the uplift and all you have to do is push 'follow.'