From Passion to Purpose

Born to West African-Liberian parents, Nundiah-Danielle Edwards was raised to believe she could become anything she set her mind to. But navigating the corporate world as a young woman of color quickly tested that belief.

After earning undergraduate and graduate degrees with honors, she applied for dozens of jobs with no response. A single suggestion changed everything: drop “Nundiah” and apply as Danielle—a name that sounded less ethnic. The shift opened doors to a corporate career, but it also marked the beginning of a journey that would redefine her purpose.

As a young mother in a workplace that wasn’t family-friendly, she faced the impossible choice between career success and being present for her children. When the market crashed, she was laid off, and re-entering the workforce on her own terms felt nearly impossible. But life had another plan.

From Corporate to Fitness – A Path to Freedom

Years later, Nundiah stepped into the fitness and wellness world, an industry she never expected to be part of. But once again, she found herself at the mercy of external forces—when the company she worked for dissolved, her job was gone overnight. That was the moment everything changed.

Standing at a crossroads, Nundiah made a promise to herself: Never again would she allow someone else to control her future. She was ready to take back the narrative of her life.

With the support of the very women she had trained and empowered, her community rallied together and raised $3,000 to help her launch her own business. From that unwavering support, The New Body Project was born—a space where transformation isn’t just physical but deeply personal.

The New Body Project – Built on Purpose

For Nundiah, The New Body Project is more than a fitness studio—it’s the cornerstone of her commitment to community, her children, and herself. It’s a place where people take back the wheel of their own lives, just as she did.