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Michael B. Jordan, star of films including Creed <\/em>and Black Panther<\/em>, is an actor, director, and producer, but it\u2019s his workout routine that seems to get all the attention. With everyone wondering how he got those biceps, you rarely hear about his meditation practice.<\/p>\n

\u201cFor me, meditation has been big. Meditation is something that really keeps me even-keeled,\u201d he told The Hollywood Reporter<\/a> in a recent interview. Given the demands and stressors of his industry, he says \u201cit\u2019s important to be able to clear your mind and sit still. Meditation allows for that reset so you don\u2019t stress yourself out.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cIf You Can Do Three Minutes, Amazing.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

Jordan credits his parents with introducing him to the practice. \u201cI\u2019ve been meditating for a long time. Even growing up, my mom and dad were really big on meditation so I\u2019m fortunate to have a pretty good relationship with meditation that goes back a while,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

Jordan understands that the power of the practice isn\u2019t in how long you sit. \u201cIf you do 10 minutes,<\/a> I can guarantee that it will change your day-to-day tremendously,\u201d he says. But even a few breaths can make a difference, he says. \u201cIf you take time to close your eyes and take deep breaths,<\/a> you can reset your entire mood and energy in a really, really big way.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhat Good Are They Doing?\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

Now Jordan is supporting other people to find health and balance through a partnership with the electrolyte water brand Propel.<\/a> The Propel Your City Project recognizes organizations that offer fitness and wellness programs, including yoga. \u201cJordan\u2019s partnership will extend across Propel brand platforms\u2026helping further the brand\u2019s efforts to drive access and equity in fitness,\u201d according to a statement released by PepsiCo.<\/p>\n

California-based WalkGood L.A<\/a>. is one beneficiary of the partnership. The organization started as a gathering in a Los Angeles park to support people\u2019s mental health during the height of the pandemic and political protests. Now the group hosts regular yoga classes, meditations, breathwork exercises, as well as group walking, hiking, and running activities\u2013all for free. The Propel sponsorship will help offset costs and secure a studio space to continue their classes.<\/p>\n

Propel Your City will also support Trap Studio<\/a> in Detroit. Motor City residents flock to their Ashtanga Remix, Trap Yin-yasa, and other high-energy yoga classes that incorporate music and dance. In this case, trap doesn\u2019t only refer to the music. Owner and yoga instructor Jamel Randall<\/a> says TRAP stands for trust, reveal, accept, practice.<\/p>\n

The project will help BLK Beetles<\/a>, a running group in Houston, launch monthly Movement & Mindfulness events. It will also support The Atlanta Run Club<\/a>\u2019s weekly track meets.<\/p>\n

\u201cFor me, being very selective about the brands that I do partner with, the bigger picture is always the most important thing,\u201d  Jordan said. \u201cWhat good are they doing? \u2026What are you really doing for the community and for the people who are actually using your product?\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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The Hollywood actor recently announced a wellness partnership that promotes yoga, meditation, and wellness.<\/p>\n

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