We are currently accepting applications for the following TWO (2) internship positions for Fall 2010! We promise you a rewarding experience filled with learning, mentorship, sisterhood, and food! If you don’t believe us, ask our summer 2010 intern, Erika Turner. Read what she has to say in her last summer blog post. Deadline for first [...]
Fall Programs at Black Women’s Health Institute – Sister Healthy Eating (SHE) Network!
Join BBWHI and participate in one of our nutrition and weight management programs.
NEW WEIGHT LOSS SUPPORT GROUP – The Sisters Healthy Eating (S.H.E.) Network is a Sister Circle to support you to reach your goal weight. Do you need someone to help you establish accountability? Do you need someone to coach and support you with your workouts and eating plans.This program is for you if you have participated in a traditional weight loss programs or Slim Down Sisters, Roxbury Weigh-In and still need something else to help you get there. SHE Network offers individual and group support.
S.H.E. will offer:
A Network of Sisters working on common goals
30 minute group exercise before each session
Individualized Diet Assessment
Individualized Meal and Fitness Plan
One-on-One with Personal Trainer
Nutrition Education- Getting to the Roots!
How to eat from the food pyramid- deconstructing food groups until we get it.
How many carbs should I eat any way? I just don’t get the counting carbs thing!
What’s a complex carbohydrate?
Am I going to be hungry eating those portions? Is that enough food- I’m a big girl!
Learning how to eat without yo-yo dieting
Please see attached flyers for details
Slim Down Sisters is a 12 week nutrition and weight management program supports members to eat healthily, manage weight, exercise regularly and reduce chronic disease risk factors!
As a member you will:
Set and Accomplish Wellness Goals
Learn to Plan, Shop and Prepare Healthy Meals
Discover Journal Writing for Insight & Inspiration
Investigate Mind, Body and Spirit Connection
Participate in a Confidential & Supportive Environment
Full Access to Body By Brandy Fitness Center
To register for these programs please contact: Boston Black Women’s Health Institute: bbwhi@bbwhi.org
Phone: 617-427-2002 FAX: 617-427-5252
- Learn more about The Network/La Red at their Volunteer Open House!
- 2nd Annual BLU (Black Lesbians United) Retreat



