Update 2016: “I am in competition with no-one. I run my own race. I have no desire to play the game of being better than anyone, in any way, shape or form. I just aim to improve, to be better than I was before. That’s me and I am free.” Facebook: Miss Curvy and Fit […]
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Lorraine lost 204 pounds
Today’s featured weight loss before and after story: My Sigma Gamma Rho Soror Lorraine lost 204 pounds. She has transformed her life and her health by eating clean, learning how to make the right food choices, walking and doing Zumba on her Wii. Here is what she shared with us: What was your motivation? My […]
Constance lost 138 pounds
Today’s featured weight loss before and after story: Proud mom Constance is sharing her weight loss journey with us this morning. Over the course of 6 years and having 2 children, she has brought her weight from 280 pounds down to 142 pounds, losing a total of 138 pounds. I think her story is realistic, because […]
Mika lost 39 pounds with weight loss surgery
Mika lost 39 pounds with gastric sleeve weight loss surgery. Let’s show her some love for sharing her journey with us. She was inspired by another story we featured and found a mentor. Here is what she had to say: Hello, My name is Mika. I am a mom of eight children who has been struggling […]
Kori lost 83 pounds
Today’s featured weight loss before and after story: Delta Soror Kori lost 83 pounds by reducing her calories, eating healthier and being consistent with exercise. Here is what she shared about her journey: My name is Kori and I’m 31 years old. I have been overweight all my life coming from a family of full figured […]
Renee lost 147 pounds with weight loss surgery
Let’s show some BWLW love to Renee who lost 147 pounds with gastric bypass weight loss surgery. This is what she shared with us: Hi, just wanted to write to you about my journey. I was always a big girl and then through some years of just not caring, I managed to gain up to […]
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 […]
Faren lost 80 pounds
Today’s weight loss before and after story: Faren lost 80 pounds by exercising (sometimes with Zumba for her Wii) and low carb eating. Here is more information about her weight loss journey: Hello, my name is Faren and I started my weight loss journey July 1, 2012. I reached the highest weight I had ever […]
Brandi lost 44 pounds
Let’s show some Black Women Losing Weight love to Brandi who has lost 44 pounds. She was motivated by being borderline hypertensive and as an EMS it is hard for her to eat right, but she is DOING it! Here is what she shared with us: I was 194 pounds and now I’m 150 pounds. […]
Vikki lost 38 pounds
Today’s featured weight loss before and after story: Vikki lost 38 pounds in 5 months with exercise and healthy changes to her eating habits. Here is what she shared with us: I just wanted to share my story with the page. I have a VERY long way to go, but you never know who it […]
