Featured weight loss success story of the day: Kiya of New York lost 57 pounds. She worked out regularly, ate a reduced calorie diet and made the decision to lose weight for no one but her. Read what she had to say:
“I have struggled with weight loss until recently when I figured out that the only person I need to be healthy for is me! When I returned home to New York from college in 2006 I was 250 pounds (She’s a Bennett Belle). I did not realize how much I had gained over the four years that I was away, until my mother and great grandmother expressed to me in no other way a black woman could but by calling me FAT. Since that day, I told myself that I love me anyway but I started walking and changing somethings around. In 2010 I was still 230 pounds. I thought I was fine until I was introduced to working out by my boyfriend. I had a hard time listening to him, because no one wants to hear their man tell them they need the gym. I was reluctant to go. One day in 2011, I decided that I was not happy with myself and joined the gym.
I’ve now lost the weight after 2 years of the gym. Currently, I’ve switched to 3 weeks of working out at home with a workout DVD. My transformation also included GREAT “eating to live” recipes. I’ve changed my eating habits by eating under 1500 calories a day. I have a Chocolate protein shake in the morning and I Only eat whole grains, rolled oats and lots of fruits, vegetables and lean proteins that are poached or broiled. Best part of my diet is the banana pops I make with dark chocolate and toasted hazelnuts. I am not hungry!
I currently weigh 193 pounds. Anyone who wants to lose weight must want it for THEM and no one else! It works better when you’re your own motivation! Also, don’t be afraid to spend money on being healthy living doctors bills are more expensive! I’m 57lbs down with an abundance of inches. I am so much happier with me I can’t even explain it in words.That’s my story and I’m sticking to it! Happy Life, Happy in my skin, Happy Me!”
Tammy Stewart says
Awesome job, Awesome story, I am also doing it for me. I discovered that point as well. I am in a slump right now, Need to get back to basics and refocus. Experiment and grow. Thanks for the inspiration.
Saundra says
Bravo! U look great. Thanks for sharing and much continued success. Btw I’m going to try that recipe and thanks for the great advice about spending a few more bucks now than a whole lot later. I always cringe at the cash register at Whole Foods but u just really put it in perspective for me.
Gloria says
I am so discouraged right now.i hate to take pictures and I’m depressed because i feel that I’ll never lose the weight.I’m depressed
kiya says
You can not let yourself down.
Before three weeks ago I was depressed!
First thing you should so is STAY OFF THE SCALE and do what you need to do
Quitting should NEVER be an.option.
Try some workout videos at home that’s what I did
To get over my plateau…Jillian Michaels worked wonders for me!
And you can also try cutting your food in half and stay away from
Dairy ESPECIALLY BUTTER! You can do it! Please inbox me
Or send your email I will totally help…I’ve been where you are!
Marcia says
. Hope you are doing well on your weight loss journey.. I know you wrote this back in sept, but I am just seeing this on FB.. Prayer and consistency works for me.. I ask God to keep me accountable .. I want to be a fit witeness.. any way anything worth having is worth the work.. sometimes the struggle is hour by hour, but you can do it!!
Carmel says
Congrats my Bennett Sister!!! I’m class of ’95…keep up the good work & yes, it must be all for you.
kiya says
Takes a Belle’s do.it well!
I love it…I love it…I love it!
Class of ’06
Thank you sis!
Lisa says
Kiya,
Congrats on your success and more importantly for getting it together for “YOU”…..you look super fantastic and your story motivates me to “keep it pushin”
I wish you blessings as you continue your healthy journey. Stay strong, healthy and happy.
May blessings cover you always!
Tanya says
Congrat’s Bennett Sis!!! c/o ’89 Keep up the good work
conita jessie says
Can you help me Kiya?? my email is conita27_jessie@yahoo.com been struggling for about 2 years thanks and awesome job lady
Alexis says
Amazing job, hun!!
EJ says
why did you say before 3 weeks ago you were depressed? hadn’t you made significant progress? do you know what caused that?
Brittany says
She looks great! I was wondering if she had any favorite healthy recipe websites.