One of the most common myths surrounding women’s fitness has to do with weight lifting. It’s shocking how many people still claim that women either shouldn’t lift weights at all or should only do so if they want to bulk up (Bulking would be hard for most women to do without serious supplements due things […]
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Teresa lost 153 pounds
Update March 2019: We want to send out a huge shout out to Teresa. We have followed her journey since 2014 and she is a true inspiration. Check out her journey. Highest weight: 380 pounds Lowest weight: 216 pounds Current weight: 247 pounds (after 2 pregnancies) I went through 2 pregnancies back to back and […]
Mia lost over 65 pounds
My Sigma Gamma Rho Soror Mia lost over 65 pounds. Her journey is today’s featured success story! She turned the negative comments of others into positive motivation and changed her habits to reach her goals. Now, she is inspiring others. Read her success story. What was your motivation? My motivation initially was somewhat fueled by negativity. […]
Shyliece lost 88 pounds
Update Sept 2015: Check out Shyliece‘s progress. In the past, you’ve posted the middle of my journey. I decided to lose weight after almost having a stroke at a early age. I’ve had chronic asthma since 11 months old and chronic hypertension since age 13, which required me to take many pills daily. I’ve faced […]
Weight Loss Story of the Day: Christina lost 103 pounds
Weight Loss Story of the Day: Christina lost 103 pounds. This singer and SGRho Soror began her weight loss journey after a wake up call at the doctor’s office and some inspiration from an MTV star’s weight loss. She did the work and now she is reaping the benefits of greater health. Here is what she […]
Brynn lost 65 pounds
Let’s show some love to Brynn for her 65 pound weight loss victory. After being diagnosed with some very serious health issues, including being in a 2 day coma, she has changed her lifestyle and lost weight. Here is what she shared about her journey: “Hello my name is Brynn Thompson and I would like […]
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 […]
Britt lost 50 pounds
Update 10/5/13: Britt is now down 85 pounds. See the photo of her progress below. Let’s show some Black Women Losing Weight love to Britt on her 50 pound weight loss. She has dropped carbs, embraced clean eating and green smoothies and exercises regularly, such as taking Zumba classes. I have lost 50 pounds in […]
Kira lost 30 pounds
Let’s show some BWLW love to Kira who has lost 30 pounds and 15 inches overall. I’ve been struggling with weight loss my entire life. Recently I decided to make a change and really, REALLY focus on doing something about it. Mostly for medical reasons and slightly because I wanted to look different, look smaller […]
Wendy lost 40 pounds
Let’s show some BWLW love to Wendy. She lost 40 pounds by working out, drinking water, not eating after 7pm and cutting out junk food. “Hi! I’ve been inspired by everyone on this [Facebook] page. I’ve been on the weight loss wagon and off the wagon. I do Crossfit 4 days a week and Jillian […]
