Let’s celebrate this sista’s weight loss. Proud mom Jaye lost 55 pounds, going from 215 to 160 pounds. Here is what she shared with us about how she lost the weight: “My weightloss journey started when I saw a picture of myself from Halloween. In my minds eye, I wasnt overweight. I was so busy being […]
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Updated: Tanisha lost 120 pounds
Update 2/12/14: We checked in on Tanisha today and learned that she is now down an additional 40 pounds from our original post in Aug 2013! That’s a total of 120 pounds. Original Post: Today’s featured weight loss journey: Tanisha lost 80 pounds with no gimmicks (just eating right and exercise) after trying other […]
Diona lost 65 pounds
Today’s featured weight loss story: Delta Sigma Theta soror Diona lost 65 pounds and has gone from a size 24 to a 12. She was motivated by her husband’s victory over diabetes and her family history of illness. She shared her weight loss story with us: Greetings BWLW!! My name is Diona and I have lost 65 […]
Towanda lost 47 pounds
Towanda lost 47 pounds by working out at the gym and eating clean. Here is what she shared about losing the weight: Hello there!! I wanted my before and after photos posted on your website for motivational and inspirational purposes. I have fought with weight problems for many years but finally I am almost out […]
Lashema lost 66 pounds
Today’s featured weight loss success story: Lashema lost 66 pounds in 6 months by working out with a personal trainer and being strict about her portion sizes as she changed her eating habits. Here is what she shared with us: What was your motivation? Looking at pics from my vacation in Jamaica made me feel so ashamed […]
Doretta lost 190 pounds
The featured weight loss story of the day comes from Doretta who has lost 190 pounds. She had diabetes and high blood pressure as her motivation. She joined a medically supervised program which showed her how to get healthier, lose pounds and change her habits. Here is what she had to say: Hi, my name […]
Jania lost 41 pounds
Let’s show some BWLW love to Jania. She lost 41 pounds by changing her eating habits and working out. She was able to find out what foods were causing her allergies and get relief there as well. Here is what she had to say: I started my weight loss journey in February of 2012 at […]
Brittany lost more than 80 pounds
Today’s featured weight loss journey: Brittany lost more than 80 pounds. It all started with writing a letter to herself and making a promise that she’s now fulfilling. Here is what she shared with us about her journey: Hello! I’ve been a follower of this page for quite some time, and I’ve decided to share […]
Kelli lost 109 pounds
Today’s’ featured weight loss story: Kelli lost 109 pounds with the tried and true method of eating right and exercising. She is preparing for her first marathon in October. She shared her story with us. Check it out: I started my weight loss journey two years ago. I took on the challenge because I wanted to lose […]
Ty’Kiesha lost 58 pounds
Weight Loss Story of the Day! – Ty’Kiesha lost 58 pounds by joining her local Black Girls Run running group, strength training and eliminating negative foods from her eating. Read more about how she did it: I’ve lost 58 pounds and have 20 to go!!! I’m working harder every day!!! Maybe sharing my story will help […]