Update Dec 2015 – MicheLe wrote in to update us on her amazing transformation. She’s lost over 67 pounds, recently turned 46 years old and she continues to eat clean and train regularly. I just wanted to update you on my transformation. You featured me last year on May 30th. I turned 46 years young on […]
Beach Body Time: Andrea lost 25 pounds
Let’s show some love to Trinidadian BWLW sista Andrea. She decided that it was time to get her beach body back and went from 187 pounds to 162 pounds, losing 25 pounds. Read her story and find out how she slimmed down: “Hi, my name is Andrea and I am from the beautiful island of […]
Can Waist Size Reflect Health and Longevity?
Few would argue that a toned guy with six-pack abs walking down the beach probably leads a more healthier life than the fellow with a beer gut spilling out of his ‘frankie says relax’ tanktop as he double-fists a cold brew. While exercise and eating right has a tendency to limit health problems, is it […]
6 Things That Can Sabotage Weight Loss
There’s a definite snowball effect when it comes to dieting and we’re not talking about the cream-filled coconut cakes made by Hostess. The spiral of a dieting sabotage can happen in an instant and usually the results aren’t pretty. One minute you’re at the gym trudging along looking forward to a post-workout smoothie and the […]
Weight Loss Story of the Day: Kimberly lost 90 pounds
Update – Shout out to Kim. We have followed her for a few years and she has maintained her 90 lbs weight loss. (read more about how Kim lost the weight below): I wanted to give you an update as to my journey! By the grace of God, I am still down 90 pounds. Oct 10th was my fitness anniversary, marking […]
Update: Diona lost 170 pounds
Featured Weight Loss Success Story: Since we first featured Diona, she has lost an additional 31 pounds. Today is a special day for this AKA Soror and we wanted to post an update of her progress so we asked her some questions about how she has maintained her weight loss and health gains. Here is what […]
Weight Loss Success: Juanita lost 78 pounds
Weight Loss Success Story of the Day: Juanita lost 78 pounds over the course of the last 2 years. She knows that weight loss in a journey and that it doesn’t happen quickly for everyone. She has changed her lifestyle and now is working to help inspire others. Here is what she shared with us: […]
Inspirational Weight Loss: Roxanne lost 111 pounds
Weight Loss Story of the Day: Roxanne lost 111 pounds in 11 months. She is a survivor of childhood sexual abuse that is deeply connected to her weight gain. She was able to not just lose weight but do the emotional and spiritual work that she needed to do to reclaim her self worth. Read […]
Weight Loss Story of the Day: Mikita lost 60 pounds
Weight Loss Story of the Day: Lifestyle expert and Blogger Mikita lost 60 pounds. This proud mom and crafty diva lost the weight by taking part in a magazine challenge focused on heart health. Read more about her weight loss journey and check out her before and after photo collage below. Side Note: Mikita as […]
Cranberry Cocktail Green Smoothie
Yummy, Yummy and Yummy. You’ve got to try this great green smoothie recipe if you are a cranberry lover. Cranberry Cocktail 2 Servings Like all berries, fresh cranberries are high in antioxidants and low in sugar. When combined with strawberries and spinach, this bright red drink is a powerful disease fighter that is also amazingly […]