Before and After Photos
Tamara has lost 94 pounds
Tamara has transformed her health and weight losing 94 pounds.
She says, “Hey Ive been so inspired through this page, I wanted to share my story to hopefully motivate another strong beautiful woman struggling with weight loss. Sept 14,2012 marks my 1 year weight loss epiphany. Sept 14,2011 I choose ME. I set out to conquer a task I’d never regret. I’ve cried ,cursed ,fallen , got up ,fell harder but most of all I CONQUERED ! And I NEVER gave up. I weighed myself on this anniversary and I’m 94 lbs lighter then I was 12months ago! My many friends and supporters have filled my heart with love and blessings! I Thank family ,friends and instructors who have been there and who are still there cheering me on as this is far from over! 50 lbs to go! #team GETITIN
Initially I used weight watchers online that helped me control my portions as I was a fast food junkie and that program allowed me to still have it in moderation until eventually I phased it out completely. Then incorporated that with the curves program 30 min 3 times a week, incorporated lean meats good carbs, fruits and veggies . The biggest help was a simple equation sugar =fat I kept my sugar low and my foods clean limiting processed and high sodium foods! As I’m still trying to loose I’m on a high protein regimen I work out 5 days alternating cardio, strength and conditioning at the gym and 2 days doing a sport of my choice swimming running etc i hope this helps thank you for sharing my story.”
Tamara, Thank you SO much for sharing the details of your transformation with us!!
Mary is down from 173 to 147!
Today’s Weight Loss Success Story comes from Mary who has gone from 173 pounds to 147!
She says, “The left side was taken on September 15, 2011 at a friends retirement party. The one on the right was taken at my 30th class reunion on September 15, 2012. In 2011 I was 173lbs. Today I am 147lbs. It was my goal to get to 138lbs for my reunion, but it didn’t happen. It may not ever happen and I am okay with that. I am healthier and stronger than I have been in years. I have been on Weight Watchers and consistently exercising. My diet is clean and my exercise routine vigorous. The weight loss isn’t a significant amount compared to some but the lifestyle change is. I can walk away from ice cream. I can pass on the chips, cookies and cakes. I truly enjoy real food now. I am happy with the results.”
Donna is down 55 pounds
Today’s Featured Weight Loss Success story comes from Donna who is down 55 pounds!
She says, “In May 2012 I began my journey to a healthier lifestyle. I traded fast food and junk food for things like salad and chicken.Drink more water and Crystal and less diet sodas and sweet tea. With the love, support and help of the people in my life I am making progress. I regularly attend Zumba and water aerobic classes. I’ve even taken my niece’s dog for a walk. The result is Now I am 55 pounds lighter. I still have a long way to go, but for today I am proud of myself. I am going to use these photos as inspiration to keep trying.” Congrats, Donna!!!!
Pamela lost 30 pounds in 60 days!
Pamela is today’s featured success story!
She says, “60 days ago I started on a journey, no meat, no dairy, no bread, no sugar, nothing white.. and 60 days straight in the gym sometimes while doing Insanity in the morings or afternoons as well. It was difficult but God saw me through I begin to love veggies that I had never tried and I begin to love to work out again. I went from 207 to 177 I feel great I am still striving for 25 more and I will be at my goal weight. I just signed up for my 1st triatholon next year and my life has only begun. I will be 44 years old in November and this Grandma has a plan to stay fit and healthy and in 2014 run a 1/2 marathon.” Great job, Pamela!!!https://www.facebook.com/pamela.hendersonwhitfield
Wiltrina on Good Morning America
Update: Check out the video of Wiltrina’s appearance on ABC’s website. We are so proud of her.
NEWS: BWLW Online Community member Wiltrina Jones is scheduled be featured on Good Morning America on Wednesday October 3rd, 2012 (7am to 9am EST on ABC Stations). We are so proud of her! Congrats, Wiltrina!!
They will be talking to her about how she lost over 200lbs! Be sure to check out the broadcast. I’m hoping that they post the video online so that I can share it with everyone.
You can connect with Wiltrina on www.blackwomenlosingweight.com and her website, www.iusetobeu.com. She also has a great YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/MISSINNAWLINS
Joy has gone from 315 to 265 lbs!
Much Love to Joy for being today’s featured success story!!!
She says, “Hello I recently joined your site and just wanted to show the difference a yeah has made in my life-from 315-265. No gym that was simply reducing my caloric intake from fast food and high cal meals daily to a 1500 and under caloried diet a day. If i can do it anyone can do it!” That’s right, Joy!! By committing to positive changes in your diet and exercise, weight loss is possible!!!
Tianna lost 26 pounds!
Today’s Featured Transformation comes from Tianna who lost 26 pounds.
She says, “Thank You so much 🙂 …I became a Vegetarian..I work out 1 1/2hrs 4 times a week…1hour on the treadmill and 30min with weights…I had the help of family and friends who encouraged me with Love and Guidance. ♥” Thanks for sharing your photos with us, Tianna!!
Syree has gone from 328 to 191!
Let’s show some love to Syree who has gone from 328 to 191 with the help of weight loss surgery!
She says, “I have met my goal! I am officially in the maintenance stage. I shared my story a little while ago. I had gastric bypass surgery on October 26, 2011. 3 weeks after surgery I began working out with a trainer. I worked out on average 2-4 hours a day. Some days more, working out twice a day. Since my journey started, I have done the Warrior Dash. This is a 5k obstacle course and I am now a licensed Zumba Instructor. 2 weeks before surgery, my high weight was 328 lbs. I wore a size 26. I now weigh 191 lbs and wear a size 12 (I’m 5’11”). I am an entirely different person and will never go back! I’m thankful for forums like this where I can share my story and hopefully inspire and give hope to others. We can do this ladies!!!!” Great job, Syree!!!
Rolina lost 57 pounds!
Today’s Featured Success Story: Rolina has lost 57 pounds!
She says, “Well, I was going to wait until I lost all my weight to post this, but maybe how far I have come will encourage another lady. I was at 250 lbs, my heaviest ever. I was in the doctor’s office facing reality. I had just had some follow up blood work done and my doctor told me that my good cholesterol was too high and that she would have to prescribe me medicine to control it. I was already taking one medication for type 2 diabetes and another for thyroid disease; now I have to take a third? My doctor said if my good cholesterol stayed high for too long then it could cause heart disease, so she prescribed me yet another medication to take. I left the doctor’s office upset, disgusted and headed straight a gym to sign up. I had been working out at the gym and tried to watch everything that I ate, but I only seem to lose a few pounds. Although happy with those accomplishments, my weight just seemed to plateau at 242. I looked into getting a personal trainer, but it was too costly. I joined Weight Watchers on 1/31/12. I am now down a total of 57 lbs. I work out 4-5 days a week. I went from a size 22 to a size 14. I love it! I am not on a diet; it’s a life changing eating plan for me. I am now off all medicines and I feel great. For me this was a life or death situation, since major heart disease runs in my family- my mother, brother and sister all have pace makers/heart defibulator. I cut my food intake down, eat more fruits and vegetables and I still enjoy going out to eat with my husband for date night, but I now make better food choices. I still have 30 lbs to lose, and I am looking forward to a more healthier life.” Thank you for sharing your transformation story with us, Rolina!
