You’ve got to read Devona‘s amazing weight loss story. She started at 730 pounds and has lost 300 pounds. That is AMAZING and we are so proud of her!! She lost the first 100 without surgery to qualify for gastric bypass. Here is what she had to say about her journey: “My name is Devona. I […]
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Lakesha lost 178 pounds
Today’s weight loss story: The fabulous Lakesha lost 178 pounds by eating right and working out on the regular. Although she had been approved for weight loss surgery, she decided not to go through with it. Here is what she shared with us about her weight loss journey: “I’m sure I topped the scales at […]
Anissa lost 76 pounds
The amazing 5’2″ Fitness Diva Anissa Mcunu stopped by our Facebook page and shared her before and after photos and her story with us. She lost 76 pounds. This mom of 3 is truly an inspiration and started competing at 42 years old. I first learned of her on BWLW member Wiltrina‘s Facebook page (Wiltrina is […]
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 […]
Ariel lost 135 pounds with weight loss surgery
Weight Loss Story: Ariel lost 135 pounds with gastric sleeve weight reduction surgery and went from a size 28 to a size 18. Here is what she shared with us: Hi, I’m Ariel. I went from 355 pounds and a size 28 to 220 pounds and a size 18. My weight loss took two years […]
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 […]
Sharee lost 40 pounds
Update June 2016 – We shared Sharee‘s story 3 years ago and she recently wrote in to share an update. Since then, she gave birth and went through some ups and downs with her weight loss, but she got back on track and has lost a total of 72.2 pounds. Check out her update. I […]
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 […]
