Update Aug 2017: Shout out to Jessica! She’s kept 105 pounds off for more than a year. “Hey y’all Hey! My name is Jessica. (@Jessica.Menardy) I started my journey back in 2009 at 250 lbs in a VERY unhealthy matter and was even hospitalized because of it! You name it I tried it! Fortunately, I’ve been […]
Harmony lost 40 pounds
Transformation of the Day: Harmony lost 40 pounds. After experiencing college weight gain and pregnancy weight gain over the years, this petite diva made a vow to start living a more healthy life. She joined a local boot camp and found the inspiration she needed. Now, she works for that same boot camp as a trainer. […]
Demetra lost 57 pounds
Transformation of the Day: Demetra lost 57 pounds. Pregnancy took a toll on this proud mom of 2 and she found herself lacking joy, self worth and feeling unhealthy. After trying lots of programs and diet products, she found a book that helped her transform her body and lifestyle with green smoothies. Here is what she shared […]
Tiffany lost 40 pounds
Weight Loss Story: Tiffany lost 40 pounds. Like many mothers, this mom of two wanted to be healthier and more active for her children. She used naysayers for inspiration, ate smaller portions and walked 7 days a week. Here is what she shared with us about her progress… My name is Tiffany and I’m a […]
The Benefits of Flaxseeds
Flaxseed, also known as linseed, is a plant grown for food and fiber. You can often find them in the bulk section of your local supermarkets, in health food stores or online. Flaxseed generally comes in whole and ground versions as well as brown or yellow (golden). Be warned that whole flaxseeds will pass through […]
6 Reasons You Aren’t Losing Belly Fat
Spare tire, love handles, muffin top, pot belly- these are just a few of the funny names given to abdominal fat. Abdominal fat isn’t a laughing matter, however. Being overweight and having too much fat is of course not good for your health but abdominal fat can severely affect your health. (more on that topic) The […]
Quana lost 68 pounds
Weight Loss Transformation of the Day: Quana lost 68 pounds, going from a size 18 to a size 10. This petite mom wants to live a long, healthy life and found inspiration in stories of young people suffering heart attacks. Cutting out junk food, eating healthier and working out has worked for her. Here is what […]
Joi lost 21 pounds
Weight Loss Story: Joi lost 21 pounds. After hearing that she was very much at risk for type 2 diabetes, this petite lady embraced pescatarian eating, started working out regularly and found inspiration online. She has been on her journey since the 4th of July and is celebrating her success. I was able to lose […]
Natalee lost 186 pounds
Update – Congratulations to Natalee! She is featured in the 2016 edition of People Magazine’s Half Their Size issue. She is the 6th BWLW Sista to be featured and we are so excited for her. Make sure that you pick up the issue! Oct 2015 – Transformation of the Day: Natalee lost 177 pounds. At barely […]
Destiny lost 65 pounds
Weight Loss Story: Destiny lost 65 pounds. After a wake up call from her doctor, she was very motivated to avoid diabetes and potentially having to take insulin shots. She wrote to us to share her journey and let us know what actions she took to release the pounds. The moment that I decided to […]
