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DC nonprofit dedicated to promoting physical fitness and mental wellness to demonstrate healthier habits and encourage social connection

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Congratulations and BIG SHOUTOUT to our 2026 Certified Personal Trainers. Your dedication and commitment speaks volumes of the passion you have for the profession. Some of you have already passed the exam and I look forward to working with you all in the near future. For those who needed more time, let’s get to it⏱️

For those who may be interested in becoming a Certified Personal Trainer and would like to join the next class, stay tuned, more information is on the way. Until next time💪🏾💯
#certified #personaltrainer #fitnessprofessionals taken in We Fit DC by @wakethe8dc

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4 months ago

BIG SHOUTOUT to everybody that came out, supported, and was apart of the Connected to Culture Fresh Food Experience. There were food demonstrations and special guest appearance @krisdlofton cooking competition, live music & DJ, food giveaways, fitness activities , and more Thanks to @connectedtoculture @earth2melonnation @blulifestyle_dance @djtwo4our @medstarhealth @healtoharvest @chefg__ @dchealth

Stay Tuned, we’ll see you next summer @ctc_market
#foodaccess #market #ward8 #washingtondc #communityhealth taken in Big Mama's Children Center by @wakethe8dc

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21 days ago

Another day in the lab with our personal trainers in training. Here we are demonstrating Myofacial Release and Mobility exercises.

#communityhealth #certified #personaltrainer taken in We Fit DC by @wakethe8dc

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6 months ago

Get the whole family moving and having fun! Coach Blu from Blulifestyle, in partnership with Wake The 8 is bringing high-energy, family-friendly workouts. Bring your crew, join in the fun.
📍 4680 MLK Jr Ave SW, DC
⏰ Wednesdays | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM taken in Bellevue, Washington by @wakethe8dc

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2 months ago

Shoutout to @cohdc for the invitation to the Renew You Wellness Fair. Great event with some Great Wellness Vendors taken in Community of Hope DC by @wakethe8dc

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7 months ago

Ready to elevate your wellness routine? Connect with Coach E from Wake The 8 at the CTC Market! Stop by to check out community-driven vitality and lifestyle essentials.
📍 4680 MLK Jr Ave SW, DC
⏰ Wednesdays | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM taken in Bellevue, Washington by @wakethe8dc

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Today our future Certified Personal Trainers(CPT) demonstrated client assessments (body composition, strength tests, and movement assessments. They did excellent! Proud to be assisting them on their CPT journey. More to come! #communityhealth #certified #trainers taken in We Fit DC by @wakethe8dc

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7 months ago

Join @ounceofcare @wakethe8dc @fatherfactorinc Thai Chi Healing ❤️‍🩹 Activity (flyer for details) by @wakethe8dc

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8 months ago

Want to be a certified fitness coach?

We’ll guide you to the finish line. 🏁 Link in Bio!

#Wakethe8 #WeFituniversity #fitnesstrainer #washingtondc taken in Southeast, Washington, D.C. by @wakethe8dc

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9 months ago

Ready to prioritize your health? Join us this Saturday at 9 AM sharp for our Men's Health Summit and take the first step towards a stronger you! 💪

Join us for:
✨Rejuvenating workouts with Wake the 8 Fitness instructor ,Ed Hardy
✨Engaging breakout sessions with incredible guest speakers
✨Community building with health experts
✨ Valuable resources and much more!

📅 : Saturday, November 8
⏰ :Fitness session 9 AM, Breakout sessions 10 AM - 3 PM
📍 :The Commons, 2375 Elvans Road SE

👉 Visit the link in our bio to sign up today! Let's make health a priority together! 🚀

@wakethe8dc @charliegussomjr @swampguinee taken in Martha's Table by @wakethe8dc

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a year ago

Few Facts about Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. :

• Dr. King went to Moorehouse College at the age of 15.
• He was arrested 29 times for peacefully protesting for unfair laws
• Dr. King earned a PhD in Systematic Theology from Boston University at the age of 26
• He was born in Atlanta GA. The year of 1929
• He received the Nobel Peace Prize for working toward Peace in 1964.
• He was a father of 4 children; two boys and two girls
• Dr. King gave his most famous speech, “ I Have a Dream”, on August 28, 1963, at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, DC. taken in MLK Ave SE by @wakethe8dc

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9 months ago

Final Series of A Mother’s Way: A Maternal Health Workshop Series taken in Washington D. C. by @wakethe8dc

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