Let’s show some BWLW love to Valerie. She lost 20 pounds. She was inspired to change her lifestyle after back surgery. During a doctor’s visit she was moved by what she saw on the scale (so many of us can relate to that wake up call). She shared her before and after photos and her […]
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Terkeisa lost 60 pounds
Terkeisa lost 60 pounds by cutting out junk food and soda. She embraced healthy eating and consistent exercise. Here is her weight loss story: “My name is Terkeisa Brown and I’m 32 years of age. I have battled with my weight for my entire life. I’m 4’11” and at my highest weight I was 230 […]
Karynthia lost 67 pounds
Today’s featured weight loss success story: Proud mom of 3 Karynthia lost 67 pounds this year. She did it with the support of her boys and by creating a weight loss plan that works for her. She shared with us in depth about what it took to lose the weight: “Hi my name is Karynthia […]
Bridgetta lost 44 pounds
Let’s show some love to Bridgetta. She lost 44 pounds and went from a size 20 to a size 11/12. Here is what she shared with us about her weight loss journey: “My motivation came from within as far as losing weight goes. I could no longer fit into any of my clothes and I […]
Weight Loss on a Budget Tip #28: Feed Your Family Healthy Food and Save Money
Today’s tip for weight loss on a budget: Tip #28: Feed Your Family Healthy Food and Save Money. One of the main issues I hear from mothers is that they have to be able to feed their whole families while changing to healthier eating habits. Many people think that eating quality food has to be expensive, but […]
Why is Junk Food so Addictive? – Sugar, Fat and Salt
Fries, funnel cakes, cheeseburgers, and candy, why are they so addictive? If you have ever craved these foods you may wonder just that when you try to stop eating it. Some people do not consider junk food as something that you can be addicted to, but the truth is that many people do crave junk […]
Jimella lost 33 pounds
June 2014 Update: “I was featured last year however I’ve made progress since then. I am down 40 lbs total, which is a 7 pound difference from before. This is after adding running to my routine and incorporating weights a little bit more. I’ve noticed that I’m losing inches, especially through my midsection. After my story was […]
How Peer Pressure Can Make You Fat: Dealing with Friends with Unhealthy Habits
There’s no denying the power of peer pressure, especially among teens. Even adults are not immune. Peer pressure is everywhere – work, school, church and at home. You may think that you’re above the influence of others, but few people are completely. If you’re doubtful, just think about the last time someone commented negatively on […]
Latoya lost 72 pounds with weight loss surgery
Let’s show some BWLW lost to Latoya. She lost 72 pounds with LapBand surgery. Here is what she shared with us: I love that we are here motivating one another, I wanted to share my story!! I have lost 72lbs. My motivation is my son. I made the decision to become a healthier me, so […]
5 Tips for Dealing with Cravings While on Your Period
As if it isn’t hard enough to combat cravings, eat healthy and find time to exercise regularly, once a month women face the seemingly insurmountable challenge of getting through their period without giving into temptation. Along with the irritability, cramps, bloating and fatigue that come hand-in-hand with Mother Nature’s visit, cravings for sugar, simple carbohydrates, […]
