We had the good fortune of connecting with SharQuetta Elam and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi SharQuetta, let’s talk legacy – what do you want yours to be?
I want my legacy to be one of empowerment, inspiration, and self-love. I want women to remember me as someone who helped them believe in themselves, love themselves fully, and realize that they are capable of anything they put their minds to. My mission is to be a voice for women of all backgrounds, encouraging them to step into their confidence and live their best lives as their best selves. Through my platform, I promote a ‘health is wealth’ lifestyle—but in a way that embraces balance, so women know they can prioritize their well-being while still enjoying life’s moments. If I can inspire even one woman to see her worth and chase her dreams fearlessly, then I’ve fulfilled my purpose.

Let’s talk shop? Tell us more about your career, what can you share with our community?
My work is all about empowering women to believe in themselves, love themselves, and understand that they are capable of achieving anything they set their minds to. Through “thequeway”, I create motivational, inspirational, and educational content that helps women on their journey to better health, self-confidence, and overall well-being.

What sets me apart is my realistic approach—I don’t promote perfection, I promote balance. As a mom of three small children, I know firsthand how hard it can be to juggle everything—motherhood, fitness, self-care, and personal goals. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed or like there’s no time left for yourself, but I’ve learned that prioritizing my health and happiness isn’t selfish—it’s necessary.

Getting to where I am today professionally hasn’t been easy. Like many women, I’ve had to overcome self-doubt, setbacks, and the pressure of unrealistic standards. Add motherhood into the mix, and the challenges only grow. There are days when balancing it all feels impossible, but I’ve learned to give myself grace, embrace the chaos, and keep showing up, even in small ways. One of the biggest lessons I’ve learned is that consistency and authenticity will always win. When you truly care about the people you’re speaking to, they feel it—and that’s what creates real impact.

I want the world to know that “Thequeway” is more than just fitness or motivation—it’s about transformation. It’s about showing women, especially moms, that they don’t have to choose between taking care of themselves and taking care of their families. They can do both. My goal is to continue inspiring women everywhere to chase their goals, love themselves through every step of the process, and understand that they are powerful beyond measure—not just as individuals, but as the strong, multifaceted women they are.”

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
Omg i literally have a whole list in my notes for this type of thing. So some of my favorite places to eat in Houston is definitely Dona Letis, TheSmoke HTX, Lost and Found, quick grabs at Post, Stick Talk, Warwick, Emilia’s, 5015, Burger Bodega, The Waffle Bus and sooo many others.

For fun vibes Seismique, Immersive Gamebox, Activate, Drunken, Beat The Bomb, go karting downtown, Breaklife, and FAO.

Black Swan for yoga to relax for sure!

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
I’ve been blessed to be surrounded by such a motivating and encouraging support system. My mom, my sister, friends, and partner are truly my biggest fans and continue to push me, and support me on this incredible path I’ve taken.

Another really important person who contributed to the brand that I am building and the mission behind it is my old coach Calvin Hampton Sr. He wasn’t just a coach he was a father figure who helped influence and build me into the person that I am today. He passed away back in 2020 but I know that he is looking down and so proud of all that I am accomplishing. Much of what I plan to accomplish will be dedicated in his name.

Website: https://beacons.ai/thequeway

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thequeway?igsh=MW0yanU3cWh6cXJnMg%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

Youtube: https://youtube.com/@thequeway?si=9p4ZTIS88cFSbN3h

Other: Tiktok- https://www.tiktok.com/@thequeway?_t=ZT-8v4BnuQU8lv&_r=1

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