Update 2017: We shared Jaymee‘s story back in 2013 and she’s giving us an update on how she’s lost a total of 150 pounds. She decided to have gastric bypass in 2015. “It has not been easy adjusting to this new me and this new way of life. My road has been hard, challenging, and […]
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Angie lost more than 65 pounds
Update Mar 2014: “Update since this post I have had ACL surgery and I am currently using my workouts for therapy. I am in the same weight range but instead of a size 14, I am a size 12 (wearing some 10’s as well). No Excuses, just Results. Weight training helped sculpting and dropping inches. Now […]
Leslie lost 100 pounds
Check out these great before and after photos from Leslie. She lost 100 pounds with regular exercise and a good meal plan from her exercise instructor. Here is what she shared with us: “It was a hard job, but a 100 pounds later it was worth it. I’m still going. I worked out twice a […]
What is the difference between good carb and bad carbs?
It is not surprising to hear someone say that they are on carb-free or low carb diet. This is because carbs are thought to be a main contributor to weight gain, and some carbs are. There are good carbs and bad carbs, and both have different impacts on a person’s health and waistline. Telling […]
Tiffany lost 30 pounds
Today’s featured weight loss before and after story: Tiffany lost 30 pounds by following the Weight Watchers plan and working out at home with workout DVDs. I was 30 pounds heavier a year ago and I’m still motivated to continue on my weight loss journey. “The race is not given to the quick or the […]
Ashli lost 116 pounds
Today’s featured weight loss before & after story: Ashli lost 116 pounds over the course of 4 years by changing her eating habits, working out and watching her calorie intake. Here is what she had to say: My name is Ashli T. I have struggled with weight my entire life. I was a 10lb baby […]
Roxanne lost 25 pounds
Update: We shared Roxanne’s story back in 2013, and a little more than 2 years later she’s happy to let us know that she’s still crushing it! She down 25 more pounds for a total of 50 lbs gone. “I been walking 3 to 5 miles a day using the Run Keeper free mobile app. I also changed […]
Kellee lost 101 pounds with weight loss surgery
Let’s show some love to Kellee who lost 101 pounds. This blogger and proud mom of 2 opted for weight loss surgery to end a lifelong battle with her weight. Check out her blog. Here is what she shared with us: My name is Kellee, and this is my story! My life seems pretty happy….HAPPY […]
We got a shout out from Iyanla Vanzant!
Hey Ladies, On Saturday, We got a shout out from Iyanla Vanzant via Facebook. We are so honored that she would reach out to us. Take a look! “Dear Beloved Sisters of the Black Women Losing Weight facebook page, I want to thank you for the quote you used the other day: “You can accept or reject […]
Updated: Yvette lost more than 50 pounds
Update Nov 2013: Yvette recently wrote in to update her weight loss story. She lost 17 more pounds bring her total weight loss to 51 pounds. “I was featured in May after I lost 33 pounds. I am now down over 50 pounds. My starting weight was 264 pounds. Today, my weight is 213 pounds. […]