Two of the weight loss success stories we were contacted about in 2013 made it into the most recent issue of People Magazine’s Half Their Size issue. I’m so happy for these ladies.
Hanan lost 180 pounds and is also featured in the issue. Read her story. Pick up the latest issue featuring people who are Half Their Size and show this sista some support. www.facebook.com/hanan.gray
Shout out to Val McLeod! People featured her 359 pound weight loss, down from 597lbs. Read her story. Check her out on FB: facebook.com/val.mcleod1
Get Your copy and support these divas! Val is on pg. 92. Hanan is on page pg. 88.
We are so proud of you!! Representing Black Women Losing Weight in a major way and we are so happy to have been a part of it.
Caydence James says
I’m happy for anybody who can lose unwanted or unhealthy rate but I’m confused. Are you saying that the blond woman at the top is African American?
I know we come in all colors but I don’t see even a trace of black blood in her (which may explain why SHE was on the cover and not the one who actually looks black).
It’s nice that she lost weight but seeing as though this is supposed to be a site that should be motivational to women of color, the last thing we should be reminded of is that despite our successes that we’re going to be placed on the back burner in magazines. We should be highlighting the successes of recognizable black women who do not have the luxury of carrying a “backpack full of privilege” just because no one recognizes their race!
Ajima Jackson says
Caydence, You are mistaken. Please look at the video and I think you will understand. It’s posted because one of the 3 BWLW Divas is IN the Video, thus we posted it to celebrate her. Her name is Marqkria. Thanks for your support.
Sarah says
Wow I’m so inspired; I had made a decision last year August to really try to lose weight and so far I have lost a little over 50 lbs. Hopefully, I will stay on the path coz I’m given out all my now too big clothes. But I believe in myself; I DO NOT INTEND TO GET BIGGER EVER AGAIN!!
Ajima Jackson says
Congrats. You’ll have to send in your story.