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6 Fitness Influencers You Need to Follow on Instagram Right Now

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Illinois State chapter.

During a pandemic it can be hard to figure out how, what, and where to start when it comes to working out- these 6 Instagram influencers will motivate you to workout at no cost to you! 

Whitney Simmons | @whitneyysimmons

Whitney Simmons is not only an Instagram fitness influencer, but she is also a fitness entrepreneur. Simmons not only has her own fitness app, Alive, she also posts tons of step by step workouts perfect for beginners and intermediate athletes. Her YouTube channel features workout videos, healthy eating routines, as well as lifestyle blogs. Whitney has also recently partnered with Gym Shark for a fitness line collaboration.  

Suzie B. | @suzie_kb

Suzie B is a glute band mogul with her cute and colorful fabric glute bands. Her page features the use of her glute and long bands, which are perfect for perfecting that quarantine bod. Suzie not only provides excellent workouts, but also has the inside scoop of the cutest workout clothes with her clothing Instagram. 

Makayla Anisa | @makaylaanisa

Makayla Anisa’s page provides full body workout routines that target every muscle group you could think of. She always has a smile on her face and is consistently reposting followers’ routines and she does it all with a huge smile on her face.

Courtney Sarracino | @courtney.sarracino

Courtney Sarracino is one of the youngest influencers on this list and girl is killing it! This law school graduate is partnered with Ghost Lifestyle, a well-known supplement and fitness energy brand. Her page features tons of easy at home workouts for college students. 

Danyele Wilson | @danyelewilson

Danyele Wilson, simply put, is a beast! Wilson is an incredibly driven and passionate influencer that always strives to try new, unique, and out-of-the-box workouts that make exercising fun. Danyele is partnered with Balance Athletica and is known for sporting their buttery leggings and sports bras.    

Stephanie Buttermore | @stephanie_buttermore

Stephanie Buttermore is an excellent addition to this list because not only is she a fitness influencer and youtuber, but her pages highlight the science and effects of dieting. Buttermore once used to find herself hungry all the time, when her body has at its most lean. Through trial and error, she learned about the “All In” diet and changed the way her body perceives food. She is one of the biggest advocates for body positivity and has documented her entire journey through Instagram and YouTube. 

With consistent posts, constant motivation, and reliable results, these influencers have your back when it comes to achieving your fitness goals.

Morgan Fritze

Illinois State '22

Hi I'm Morgan! I'm a marketing major at Illinois State University who loves working out, playing volleyball, graphic design, crafting, and challenging myself. I'm apart of the Alpha Gam Delta sorority at ISU and I participated in the Disney College Program in Orlando, FL this past Spring.