Update July 2017 – Desiray competed in her first bikini competition on July 1st. While training for the event, she lost 10 lbs and 10% of her body fat. Check out her update. I hired a coach to help me prep for my first show. She gave me a nutrition plan and a training schedule that she […]
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Tekora lost 70 pounds
Transformation of the Day: Tekora lost 70 pounds. This Alpha Kappa Alpha soror was diagnosed with hypertension and could not want to imagine a lifetime of relying meds. She knew that through better eating habits and lots of exercise, she could better her health. That led her to join a supportive local dance fitness class. Today, she […]
Danielle lost 30 pounds
Weight Loss Story: Danielle lost 30 pounds. Wanting to live a healthier life and impact the world, she decided to go vegan. She researched the benefits of plant-based eating and was inspired by great food documentaries, like Forks Over Knives and Food, Inc. Read her story and find out how she did it. What was your […]
Leah lost 77 pounds
Transformation of the Day: Leah lost 77 pounds. She’s been battling obesity for 6 years. A low carb lifestyle, lots of exercise and a serious mindset change have helped her to change her life. Now, she’s on a mission and sharing her journey with the world. Check out how she did it. Obesity is a […]
Let These 35 Motivational Quotes from Black Women Inspire You
When you are trying to lose weight, workout regularly, avoid stress and change your overall lifestyle, mindset is key. Sometimes, powerful words can inspire and motivate us by planting a seed of positivity in our minds or making us see our situation a little differently. Here are some great quotes from African American women that will […]
Kim lost 113 pounds
Update July 2017 – Kim wrote in to update us on her journey. Tell us about how your transformation has evolved since we featured you in 2016. I maintained at 222 pounds (down from 298 lbs), and I am comfortable in my own skin. I was diagnosed with lupus, so I decided to adopt an […]
Bree lost 47 pounds
Update January 2018: Check out this update from Bree. She’s lost more than 60 pounds. I’ve lost a total of 60+ pounds since 2013. I currently weigh 159 pounds and I started at 220 pounds. My heigh is 5’4″. My weight fluctuates all the time, (within 10 pounds) but I’ve managed to keep most of […]
Ciara lost 41 pounds
Transformation of the Day: Ciara lost 41 pounds. After high school, she let herself go. When she stepped on the scale and saw 200+ pounds on the screen, that’s the day her weight loss journey began. Check out what she shared with us about the actions she took to change her lifestyle. After high school, […]
Jessica lost 122 pounds
Transformation of the Day: Jessica lost 122 pounds. This dedicated mom of 3 (with one more on the way) faced not only obesity and heart disease, but she also had to support her family when her husband fell ill. She also became pregnant during her 3+ year transformation. You’ve got to check out her story and her […]
Audrey goes from size 18/20 and size 12/14
“The journey of a thousand miles begins with just one step.” As I reflect back to when I took my first step towards losing weight, I get tears in my eyes. I remember looking in the mirror and not being happy with what I saw. I remember feeling all of the doubt and defeat that […]
