In response to the increasing rate of reported cases of chronic disease such as DIABETES and OBESITY among school-aged youth in the city of Trenton, Divine Allah and Solomon Dinkins created MindBody Activism which is now a subsidiary of Community of Wellness Movemet.
Since June 2014, we have committed ourselves to addressing these and other serious Health issues in and around the community.
As an extension of the ‘Legendary’ Ike Williams Boxing Academy - under the leadership of Eric ‘O’ Judkins, Solomon and Divine passionately work to combine ‘The Basics of Fitness’ with ‘The Academics of Boxing.’ Our motto is ‘Function With Purpose :: Move With Intention.
Early Life and Inspiration
Divine Allah's journey into health and wellness began in his early teens. Witnessing his father's battle with diabetes, colon, and prostate cancer profoundly impacted him. This personal experience fueled his passion for promoting health and wellness, leading him to co-found MiNDBODY ACTiViSM which is subsidiary of Community of Wellness Movement.
MiNDBODY ACTiViSM is a community-based health and wellness program. Its mission is to inspire individuals to take control of their health and to foster community and youth development through exercise and physical fitness. The program emphasizes the importance of a healthy mind as the foundation for a healthy body.
Divine Allah is known for his evolutionary and innovative approach to exercise. He focuses on helping individuals build a strong fitness foundation through bodyweight training and natural movement. His activism approach to health and fitness sets him apart, as he is deeply committed to motivating people of all ages to become more physically active.
Divine is extremely passionate about community involvement. He actively participates in the BARTENDAZ fitness movement, which promotes physical fitness and mental well-being. As a lead facilitator of the GIANT Thinking Educational Program, he plays a crucial role in educating and motivating the community.
Divine credits the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) and their Optimum Performance Training (OPT) Model for his technical training style. He holds himself to their high standards and comprehensive knowledge of human movement science. Additionally, he trains at the Legendary Ike Williams Boxing Academy, where he applies his expertise to help others achieve their fitness goals.
Divine Allah holds several certifications that reflect his diverse expertise in the field of health and wellness:
These certifications highlight his commitment to continuous learning and professional development, ensuring he provides the best possible guidance to those he trains.
Divine Allah's biography showcases his dedication to health and wellness, his innovative approach to fitness, and his deep commitment to community engagement. His journey from personal experience to professional expertise serves as an inspiration to many, encouraging individuals to take charge of their health and well-being.
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Co-Founder Mind Body Activism and Lead Facilitator of Community of Wellness Movement and it's subsidiaries.
Solomon studies the Functional Movement Systems (FMS) philosophy, which promotes helping people ‘move better and move often’. His journey began in the early 70's with the explosion of Martial Arts on the big screen featured at Trenton's very own Mayfair Movie Theater.
The most influential and impactful artist of that time was Bruce Lee. Bruce left such an indelible imprint in the mind of Solomon that he took Bruce to be his personal mentor. From that point, Martial Arts became a very significant part of Solomon's character and personality. In Junior High School Solomon became interested in Boxing, and at this time he developed a close relationship with one of Trenton's own boxing champions, the legendary Sammy Goss. Even with this homegrown influence, it was the likes Sylvester Stallone and the 'Rocky' movie that pushed Solomon into the training aspect of the boxing game.
After attending Trenton Central High School, Solomon got married and joined the US Navy, he began to take Physical Fitness seriously. After the completion of his tour he became an employee with the Mercer County Dept. of Corrections as a Recreations Officer, where he trained side by side with the inmate population. He is also a certified Nutritional Juice Therapist
Manatee Smith Director of Business Development and Community Engagement for Community of Wellness Movement and It subsidiaries ,MindBody Activism,The Wellness OG and Movement Is Medicine .With over 30 years of Business and Community Development experience.He attended Morgan State University and majored in Business Management and Marketing.
I a life long resident of Trenton,N.J. is a certified personal trainer.He attended Perkiomen School in P.A. where he was a two star athlete in football and basketball.He was recruited by over 50 Division1 Football Programs and was an High School All American and All State Player. He pursued his collegiate football career at Rutgers and Temple University respectively where he recieved a B.S. in Communications from Temple University and had a short stint with the NFL's Chicago Bears.
Staff Member
Administrativie Assistance
Youth Development Coordinator
Divine Allah is a certified IYCA [Level 1] Youth Fitness Specialist, licensed and certified Metafit HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) instructor, certified AFAA Group Fitness Instructor, and certified FMS – Functional Movement Screen assessment practitioner.
His focus is on helping individuals build a strong fitness foundation using bodyweight training and natural movements that enhance agility, core strength and flexibility, range of motion, stability, strength, and power.
