HIMPower Magazine May 2015 | Page 13

One of the most flattering compliments I have every received was by a former colleague and Cardiologist as being “The Oprah Winfrey of Fitness.” and effective manner possible. I felt that since most Technical writers communicate characteristics about technical or specialized topics through technology, web pages and help file then it should also work well for social media sites. I believe my Black Women Do Workout Facebook page and website blog to be a “How To” technical manual for Black women who are looking to gain knowledge for a more rewarding life through physical fitness and better nutrition. HimPower: What exactly does a QA Pharmaceutical Manager do, and what did you learn from this role that had helped you with the BWDWO movement? Crystal Adell: Working as a Quality Assurance Manager for assuring the accurate design of various Drug Formularies allowed me to view a number of listings of preferred, covered medications marketed and intended for use by the physicians and pharmacy providers for health plan members. My assessment on the overly indulgence of drug utilization, adverse side effects and the enormity of the cost of drug programs for diabetes and heart disease is that it is avoidable if people simply started eating healthier and exercising. HimPower: As the creator of the Black Women Do Workout National Black Women’s Exercise and Fitness Campaign, what has been your greatest accomplishment to-date? What else do you hope to achieve from this campaign? Crystal Adell: The procurement of business thr