Today’s Success Story: Let’s show some love to Tiffany on her 70+ pound weight loss!
She sent us her story via our Facebook page:
I love love love this page! So positive, inspiring, and motivating! Keep up the great work. I would love to share my personal journey. I just recently posted/uploaded a pic on my personal page that reflects me at the October 2010 Breast Cancer Walk VS. the October 2012 Breast Cancer Walk. I stopped counting after I lost 70lbs. I am NOT a slave to the scale. I witnesses my success by mostly non scale successes such as the way my clothes fit, under clothes fit (LOL), if I have to add extra holes in my belt, heavier weights I can lift, and as always PICTURES!!! Pictures never lie! I attribute my weight loss success to many things which include Jillian Micheals at home dvds which is where I started, zumba fitness(I am now a licensed zumba fitness instructor), Black Girls Run Augusta group, and my wonderful personal trainer by the name of Suprina Henley, owner of SBH Fitness in Augusta, Ga. Throughout my weight loss journey I have found a deep love and respect for health and fitness, I am now on the road of studying/preparing to become a certified personal trainer as well as a Certified Nutritionist myself so that I can accurately educate the individuals in my community and possibly even reach individuals outside my local community. I had to make a decision to become healthy for myself and my son. My family has a long history of diabetes, high blood pressure, and several cancers on my mother and father. Anyway, keep up the GREAT work and uplifting women from state to state around the globe! May God continue to bless u my sista! 🙂
Sparkle says
So proud of you Tiffany! I know it was not easy but it was worth it! I am shedding weight and I am inspired by my Zumba mentor and sister to become a licensed Zumba instructor! You just motivated me even more! So amazed by your turnaround!
Tiffany Hickman says
Thank you very much Sparkle. No ma’am it was not easy, it is a struggle everyday and it still is a struggle just to maintain my current weight loss but yet also continue to loss fat and build muscle. You WILL become a zumba fitness instructor, I am very certain of that and Kudos to you on your weight loss journey as well! Stay determined and motivated!
Zetta Nganga says
I am so proud of your weight loss accomplishment Tiffany. Since I also reside in Georgia, I visited your Facebook page and sent you a Friend request. I had been thinking about adding Zumba to my fitness routine. Thanks to you, I am more inspired than ever to lose this excess weight which is causing me to have health issues. Keep up the good work. You are a truly beautiful lady.
Tiffany Hickman says
Hi Zetta! Thank you so much! Zumba is an awesome full body workout to add in your regular workout routine that you may already have, you definitely need to include some resistance strength training in your regular workout routines as well if you don’t already have them included in your routine. And I am proud of you as well regarding your decision to take control of your health! The best is yet to come!
Althea V Browne Perry says
Hey Tiff,
I am very proud of you, it takes discipline, desire, determination, dedication, and hard Work..it all pays off..your results are amazing…Do not stop now sistah..this is your new lifestyle…;-)
Always
Your online Mama..;-)
Tiffany Hickman says
Thank u soooooo much Althea! No ma’am, no stopping now…God has brought me too far to stop. I have lives to change! And thank YOU for inviting me into your wonderful and educated group on FB. I have learned soooooooooo much about healthy eating, juicing, exercise, proper form, weight training and SO much more from you and all the wonderful ladies in the group. You definitely are my online blessing! 🙂
Your Online Daughter! 🙂
Elzener says
You are an inspiration, thank you for sharing.
Tiffany Hickman says
Thank you Elzener!
patience says
congrats Tiffany!!!!!!!!!l am struggling with my weight since 2years ago when l gave birth to my daughter and its people like you who keep me going.I am motivated and will keep going until l reach my ideal weight.
Tiffany Hickman says
Hi Patience! I too have struggled with my weight all my life. I have never been “skinny” and it is not my desire to be skinny. My desire is to be healthy and happy. Stay motivated and determined to become healthy for you and your child. Many blessings to you on your journey to becoming fit and healthy! 🙂
Jackie says
Awesome Tiffany,
When I started my journey in July of 2012 I also had 70+ lbs to lose. I am taking the weight off and I am inspired by your journey. Congrats lady, I know it is a wonderful feeling. I thank God for my progress and I know I will reach my goal. I also enjoy Zumba and I have included some strength training at home with walking on the treadmill. I hope to eventually acquire a personal trainer as I get closer to my goal. Thanks again, Peace and Blessings to you!!
Tiffany Hickman says
Thank you Jackie!
You on definitely on your way sista! Slow and steady is my motto, weight loss is not a competition…its a Journey to a new and better YOU. Keep up the great work and I look forward to seeing your story in the near future! CLAIM IT! 🙂
Candid Surry says
Tippy look you look amazing!So proud of you…love ya! I just love being your cheerleader!
Tiffany Hickman says
Thank you Candid! U are a great cheerleader!
Freya says
Way to go Tiffany! So proud of you! You look fabulous! I was your college teacher and I tried to share all I could to help you succeed in Math. Now, I want YOU to be MY fitness and nutrition teacher to help me succeed in my new healthy journey! Keep up the great work and I celebrate you today! Keep on moving, don’t stop!
Tiffany Hickman says
Thank you Ms. Sullivan, I will be more than happy and humbled to me your motivator and resource for your healthy journey into a new lifestyle.
Lynda says
WOW, I did not realize what an accomplishment you’ve made- I thought you were born doing Zumba (LOL). Congratulations Tiffany, you are a great inspiration to us all.
Tiffany Hickman says
Thank you Ms. Lynda! Inspiring others is what I love to do 🙂
tiffany b says
Tiffany your story is inspiring, I’m just starting my weight loss journey and its exciting and discouraging all in one, but it stories like yours that make me think I can do this.