Today’s weight loss success story: Joellé lost 79 pounds in about 8 months by leaving fast food alone, working out for 2 hours per session, and changing her way of thinking about things like food. She was motivated by the loss of a dear friend. Here is her story: “Hello, My name is Joellé and I’ve recently […]
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Brandy lost 175 pounds with weight loss surgery
Let’s show some love to Brandy. She lost 175 pounds over the course of 2 years with weight reduction surgery and changing her lifestyle habits. Here is what she shared with us about her journey to greater wellness: Hello, my name Brandy. I was 410 pounds at my heaviest weight. I decided to have the […]
Showna lost 134 pounds
Weight Loss Story of the Day: Showna lost 134 pounds. This proud mom became a workout fanatic and is now studying to be personal trainer. Here is her story and her before and after photos: “Hi BWLW. I would like to say I love your page. I’m also a BWLW and I love it!! Just […]
Baria lost 55 pounds
55 pounds gone! Baria wrote in to tell us how the Fitness Center founded by another sister we featured (Lakeishea) has helped her lose weight. I love it when one person’s personal victory and ministry helps others to find greater health and wellness. Sisters helping Sisters! “I am Baria Jordan and I’m 27 years old. […]
Shae lost 108 pounds
Today’s featured weight loss success story: Shae lost 108 pounds. After battling a number of health issues and weight gain related to the birth control she was taking, this proud mom was able to find a way of eating and working out that worked for her. Here is what she shared about her weight loss […]
Updated: Iriel lost 100 pounds
Update (Dec 2013) – Iriel is down 16 more pounds. She wrote in to say: “I wanted to send an updated picture. My 6 month transformation is below (14 months total), and now I’ve lost a total of 100 lbs. Thanks so much for encouraging other black women to get up, and do something about […]
Chemese lost weight by juicing and going vegan
#FlashBackFriday: Some days I feel slim, some days I feel fit, some days I feel fat, other days I feel thick but everyday I’m learning to love the skin I’m in more. #vegantransformation #iUsedToBe300lbs #selflove #weightlossjourney #losingpounds #iusedtobefat #getfitordietrying #vegan #veganfitness #lifestylechange #healthychoices #beforeandafter #fat2fit #born2transform #veganlifestyle #thickfit #girlsthatworkout #selfie #BeYourBestSelf #sisterlocks #goaldigger #blackvegan #blackvegansofig […]
Kia lost 50 pounds and her husband lost 67 pounds
Weight Loss Story of the Day: Kia and her husband lost the weight together and are now making healthier choices for them and their 7 children. She lost 50 pounds and he lost 67 pounds. Here is what they did to lose the weight (and before and after photos): “Just wanted to share some of […]
Unconditional Love: Diamond lost 55 pounds
Weight loss story of the Day: Diamond lost 55 pounds after the loss of her beloved husband. Found herself dealing a number of health issues and weight gain while being a caregiver to her spouse. She was able to fall in love with exercise, change her eating habits and lose weight. Here is her story: […]
Kimberly lost 45 pounds
Let’s show some BWLW love to Kimberly. She lost 45 pounds by working out and following the Weight Watchers plan. Here is what she shared about losing the weight and keeping it off: First off, I wanted to thank you for this page ! Its so inspiring to see so many sisters doing their thing, […]