Transformation of the Day: Toni lost 30 pounds and went from a size 16 to a size 10. After going in and out of the hospital for 20 years due to colon disease, she is now medicine free. She shared with us how she used fitness and healthy food to change her life. I have […]
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Camille lost 35 pounds
Weight Loss Story: Camille lost 35 pounds in 3 months. She went to the doctor for a tetanus shot and left with a prescription for high blood pressure medication. That’s when knew that it was time for a healthy lifestyle change. High intensity interval training, cardio workouts and healthy eating are some of tools she’s used. Check […]
Nicole lost 85 pounds
Weight Loss Transformation of the Day: Nicole lost 85 pounds and 6 dress sizes. Not only did she want to feel better and get off of meds, but she wanted to be a healthy example for her beloved daughters. After years of struggling with her weight and health, she found a weight loss program that […]
Monique lost 41 pounds
Update 2016: It’s been a little over a year since we shared Monique’s story. She’s not only stayed on track but she’s lost 10 more pounds and gained lean muscle. Check out her update. “I’m down to 169 pounds, but I’ve basically stopped looking at the scale since I’ve began stacking on muscle. Although the scale […]
Dr. Kendra lost 60 pounds
Weight Loss Story of the Day: Dr. Kendra lost 60 pounds. While working long hours and pursuing her doctorate degree, extra pounds crept in. After learning that her blood pressure had reached a point where she would need medication, she decided that it was time for “metamorphosis”. Now, she is a fitness instructor helping others […]
Why Does Birth Control Medication Make Some People Gain Weight?
One of the biggest controversies in women’s health is whether birth control causes weight gain or not.Many women complain that they’ve gained 5, 10 and even 20 pounds after getting on birth control medication. However, some studies seem to note that the pill and other types don’t cause weight gain. So, what’s going on here? Weight […]
Brooklynn lost 54 pounds
Update 2016: Shout out to Brooklynn! She is a proud Class of 2016 high school grad and she’s lost an additional 15 pounds for a total of 69 pounds gone. “I have actually lost an additional 15 pounds since my story was featured last year and I am still running regularly! I am signed up […]
Crystal lost 80 pounds
Weight Loss Story of the Day: Crystal lost 80 pounds. Pre-diabetes and PCOS did not stop this busy mom. She took her time and embraced true lifestyle change to lose the weight. Check out all the info she shared with us about her journey… My name is Crystal and I have been on my weight loss journey […]
Angela lost 120 pounds
Update Dec 2015: Congratulations to Angela for being chosen as one of the featured stories for People Magazine’s Half Their Size Issue. She is the 5th BWLW Sista to be featured. Here is the video of her on Good Morning America this week. May 2015 – Weight Loss Transformation of the Day: Angela lost 120 pounds. […]
Eutonya lost 25 pounds
Weight Loss Transformation of the Day: Eutonya lost 25 pounds. She knows that even though she’s had some ups and downs on her journey, slow and steady wins the race. Here is what she shared with us about her journey… I started my journey back in September 2014 to lose weight and try to eat […]
