We were lucky to catch up with Kendrick Johnson recently and have shared our conversation below.

Kendrick , appreciate you joining us today. What’s the backstory behind how you came up with the idea for your business?

Kenzthebenz LLC , was founded and created in 2021 to help redefine & reinstall confidence & self love . While in a dark place myself battling with my weight and confidence I found love In dance . It was something that I could connect to and feel free . I begin to also work on my weight and health so I got a full membership at the gym . Struggling to balance both I realized that I could mix the two !!! Not only was that the start to my weight loss journey, but it was a start to a new life that I wanted my environment to be apart of . I began reaching out through social media , work , restaurants, etc just to gain the largest audience possible , because I knew that it’s people out there just like me who deserve that reassurance, confidence & that in person motivation . I began teaching classes once a week and my heart is glued to this I love it ! The reactions , reviews and feedback motivates me to Keep following my dreams !

Kendrick , love having you share your insights with us. Before we ask you more questions, maybe you can take a moment to introduce yourself to our readers who might have missed our earlier conversations?

One of my favorite phrases is “ Let’s make love contagious “
The obstacles I’ve faced in life has allowed me to be grateful and humble. I wake up with a smile everyday determined to make today’s plan beneficial for tomorrow’s goal . I apply this energy in every room I enter and every class I teach , my classes offer a full boost of confidence, full workout from head to toe , and a simple stress reliever all while providing a perfect blend of choreography and fitness . I am extremely proud of the feedback I’ve received over the past year . What makes me smile the hardest is watching the journey of others set and accomplish their goals . If you still haven’t been to a Twerkfit Klass with Kenzthebenz what are you waiting on ???

We’d love to hear a story of resilience from your journey.

So of course nobody tells you that when you first start a business it’s not exactly what you picture in your dreams. I will never forget my first class no one showed up !!! I was shocked , confused and felt defeated beating myself up on what did I do wrong . But I didn’t give up I tried again the next week and guess what nobody still didn’t show up !!!!! So now I just knew this was not meant for me and to just throw in the towel . 2 days later i was going through my Facebook and a message from “Moms With Attitudes” popped up asking me can I host a class of 50 moms !!!

How about pivoting – can you share the story of a time you’ve had to pivot?

I remember the feeling I had in me when I wanting to start teaching classes . I felt like I had everything to offer but the physical appearance . I don’t have a 6 pack and I don’t look like your average fitness trainer . This began to tamper my confidence and make me feel like I was not ready to be scene in the limelight . One day a Instagram followers who is now a faithful student asked can I help train her for her wedding . I was shocked but then I realized that people want someone who is relatable ! Someone who is going through that same struggle ! Someone who they can trust . This reinstalled the confidence I need to get out there and do what I loved !!

Contact Info:

• Instagram: Kenzthebenz
• Facebook: Kenzthebenz