Today’s weight loss success story: Dominique lost 43 pounds with Weight Watchers, prayer and fasting. She gives honor to God for her transformation “I’m proud to say I was 212 lbs and now 169 lbs. Weight Watchers brought me down to 189. Prayer and fasting with god brought me down to 169. Now, I watch […]
Let’s Support Each Other – No Negativity
Ladies, we have to support each other on our weight loss journeys. When another sister drops pounds, we can’t just react with negativity, jealousy or criticism. We each have our own journey…the old fashioned way, various weight loss plans, weight loss surgery, etc. Weight loss is not easy. It can be a long process that […]
27 Healthy Snacks for Weight Loss – Day 6 – March Challenge
So, now that you are doing the Black Women Losing Weight March Challenge and that means avoiding eating out and having junk food. You are likely cooking more and preparing your own meals. You are also likely looking for some healthy snack ideas that will not destroy your weight loss efforts between meals. What I suggest […]
Marie lost 63 pounds
Today’s featured weight loss success story: Marie lost 63 pounds. “I decided to go on a diet last October for my sisters wedding. When I realized how great I felt after losing 15 pounds, I decided to push myself a little more. Four months later, I’ve lost 63 pounds. I cut out soda, late […]
DeVarius lost 150 pounds with weight loss surgery
DeVarius wrote us and shared about her 150 pounds weight loss. She had gastric bypass surgery. “I have lost 150lbs with the weight loss surgery. I had the weight loss surgery (gastric bypass) 4 years ago and I lost a total of 150lbs. Although its comes right off after the surgery it’s still hard to […]
Sabrina lost 60 pounds
Today’s weight loss success story: Sabrina lost 60 pounds! She is another Zumba lover who changed her eating habits and got it Moving! She says: I love your page and I wanted to share my story as well. The picture of me in the pink is about a year after I had my 3 year […]
Recipes with Chermonthia: Roasted Brussel Sprouts & Sweet Potatoes
BWLW member, Chermonthia, has posted some great recipes to our Facebook page. So much in fact that I’ve asked her to share her finds with us on a much more regular basis. Here is her first recipe review post for the Black Women Losing Weight community. Let’s show her some love!! (BTW…She makes some mean jello shots. […]
Arlevia lost 202 pounds
Today’s featured weight loss success story: Arlevia lost 202 pounds. “I’m so excited to share that I’ve lost a total of 202 lbs since 2008 when I began my serious quest for health & weight loss. I was weighing in at 377 lbs. I went to what some call an extreme. I became a vegetarian/pescatarian […]
Exercise at Home with These Online Workout Sites – Day 3 March Challenge
Hi Ladies, During our March Challenge, you may want to add some variety to your commitment of 6 workouts per week, 45 minutes per session. One of the easiest ways I’ve found is to use videos online. There are tons of “exercise at home” videos out there that you can try. Here is a list […]
Mia lost 129 pounds
Today’s weight loss success story: Mia lost 129 pounds with Zumba and becoming a vegetarian. She is now a Zumba instructor. “My name is Mia and I’m 41 years old. I’ve struggled with my weight all my life. In April 2011, I made a choice to change my life (mentally, physically and spiritually). I started […]
