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Brittany lost 70 pounds

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Awesome Transformation: Brittany lost 70 pounds. During her pregnancy in 2013, she gained 45 pounds. After giving birth, she was on a mission to change her lifestyle and lose the weight. She shared with us about how she took action and stayed dedicated.

brittany before and after

Starting weight: 205 pounds
Current weight: 135 pounds
Height: 5’4″

In 2013, I gave birth to my son. During pregnancy, I gained a total of 45 pounds and weighed 205 pounds. That was the heaviest I have ever been. I was very uncomfortable with myself and my self esteem was very low, because of the weight.

After the doctor gave me the okay to workout, I changed my lifestyle completely. I eliminated all processed foods and began cooking with fresh veggies and eating lean meats. After 6 months, I was back down to my pre-pregnancy weight. Yay!

It didn’t stop there, I was determined to continue my health journey and lose 30 more pounds. I started using Herbalife products and replacing two meals a day with shakes. That was a year ago and it was the best decision of my life!  Now, I am at my goal weight and I couldn’t be happier!

My workout routines consist of strength training 5 days a week. I also incorporate cardio 3 days a week. That usually consists of HIIT cardio routines on the treadmill, as well as outdoor cardio (running hills and trails or riding bikes).

In the beginning, I did more cardio than strength training and I lost the weight. However, that wasn’t helping me to tone and build muscle. After having a consultation with a trainer, he informed me that I needed to limit my cardio and increase my strength training. That’s when I started to see more results!

To all my ladies, I can tell you that anything is possible. You just have to be dedicated, motivated and want it more than life!

Instagram: @Fiercelyunique

Kim lost 113 pounds

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Update July 2017 – Kim wrote in to update us on her journey.

Tell us about how your transformation has evolved since we featured you in 2016.
I maintained at 222 pounds (down from 298 lbs), and I am comfortable in my own skin. I was diagnosed with lupus, so I decided to adopt an alkaline diet to help me maintain my health and cut inflammation.

What is the biggest lesson you’ve learned on this journey?
Throughout my journey, I learned self love.

At this point, would you offer any new or different advice to others who want to lose weight?
My suggestion for anyone who wants to lose weight is to always incorporate weight training, in combination with cardio, so that you can burn more calories and work with your metabolism.

Kimberly before and after

Weight Release Journey: Kim lost 113 pounds. At 20 years old, this proud mom committed to losing the weight after the birth of her son. He was the reason that she had to turn her life around. She embraced fitness and healthy eating, but she says that this journey was really about mindset. Check out what she shared with us.

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I have a transformation to share. I was 20 years old and on high blood pressure medication to keep me alive. My motivation on my weight loss journey has been my son, he gave me a reason to want to change my life around.

I had to take high blood pressure medication during my pregnancy to keep my blood pressure at the right level. However, I was so overweight that the medication still didn’t really help to keep it level. During my pregnancy, I decided that as soon as I had my son I was going to change my life forever. After giving birth, I promised myself that I would get myself into the best shape possible! I went from 298 pounds to 185 pounds in a year! I love fitness and motivating others! Now, I know that anything can be achieved.

I started to cut out all the fast food I was eating. I also started doing research on how to speed up my metabolism. My diet included higher protein sources, like chicken breast, fish and beans. I ate a lot of greens, like broccoli and spinach. For breakfast, I made 5 eggs whites with a side of plain oatmeal and I had protein shakes in between meals as snacks. For lunch, I usually had chicken breast with broccoli and for dinner I ate fish with a green salad.

I joined my local gym as well. I worked out 5 days a week until I became addicted to the fitness lifestyle! Now, I can’t live without it! I took aerobic classes, I got personal training and learned how to properly weight train. I did this in combination with lots of cardio.

Now, I’m standing at 5’8″ and 185 pounds. No surgery could do what my determination has allowed me do! This was all a mental game!

Instagram: @kimlifts

Danielle lost 38 pounds

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Great Transformation: Danielle lost 38 pounds. Unflattering photos woke her up to the reality that she was in denial about her weight. She worked out hard, used portion control and embraced clean eating to lose the pounds. Check out her journey.

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I was my motivation. I was in denial and I didn’t realize how unhealthy and overweight I was until I started seeing pictures of myself. I did not feel flattered at all. I was more embarrassed than anything. I was inspired by going to group workout classes. The first time I went, I instantly noticed that I wasn’t the only person that had a fitness goal or a journey to begin.

My eating habits first changed by using portion control. Then I started eating more clean foods and started cooking at home instead of going out to eat. I completely stopped drinking sodas too. If I want juice, I’ll make it at home with the juicer or I’ll have tea.

I workout 4-5 times a week for an hour. My workout routines consist of cardio, weigh training, kickboxing, HIIT or Ply. I’m slowly introducing yoga into my routine.

My starting weight was 198 pounds and now I weigh 160 pounds. I am 5’1″ tall. My transformation took 8 months.

My advice for others: Have faith in the process and believe in yourself. Don’t get discouraged and compare your journey to others. Love yourself no matter what.

Instagram: @MyoradFit

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Shallethia lost 95 pounds

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Transformation of the Day: Shallethia lost 95 pounds. This amazing Army wife and cancer survivor found out that she had a mass in her brain and lost a dear friend to brain cancer the following week. She decided that she would transform her life and her health with healthy eating habits and exercise. Here is what she shared with us…

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Hello, I’m Shallethia and I’ve been a plus size gal for as long as I can remember. I started gaining weight right after I got married, when the military started doing 15 month tours. My husband is an the US Army. At my heaviest, I weighed a total of 270 pounds. I remember trying every diet known to man and that process just being a pain in the butt.

In 2012, I was was diagnosed with cancer and in March 2013 the military doctors found a mass on my brain. Then, a week later, I lost my best friend to brain cancer. I knew then that I wouldn’t let cancer kill me, so the gym became my new love. I also decided to change my eating habits, so for about 3 months I replaced 2 meals with a protein shake and ate a lean meal for dinner. Typically, the weekends were my cheat days.

I stopped drinking sodas, stopped eating out and I limited my sweet intake. No crown and cokes. I have cheat days on weekends only. My meal plan consisted of 2 meal replacement protein shakes, but I drank my shakes throughout the day, I would make a total of 4 shakes and freeze them. For dinner, I ate only a portion of lean protein the size of the palm of my hand and lots and lots of Greens.

I workout 4 times a week. Every other day, I take a Body Pump class with weight training for an hour and do cardio the other 2 days for at least 45 minutes. I LOVE Zumba. My husband and I also workout together after hours. He gets on my nerves, but it helps having a buddy.

I lost 12 lbs durning my first week of changing my eating habits and adding exercise. I lost 70 pounds in the first 3 months and have lost a total of 95 pounds to date. My height is 5’7″. Through blood, sweat and tears, I was determined to be a better me. It is definitely not easy, but its a journey that I refuse to give up on. I’m hoping that my story will help motivate someone to live a healthier lifestyle, because life is too short to be fat forever.

My brain mass is located in the center of my brain on a blood vessel so we have decided against surgery because the risk that I won’t survive is to strong. My best friend had the same brain mass and died without fully getting a chance to enjoy life. Cancer feeds off sugar and fatty cells and its very common in black women, so we have to maintain our weight and stay healthy. Make sure your getting checked regularly.

Advice for others who want to lose weight: The first 3 days are the hardest to get over if you are a foodie like myself, but trust and believe that it can be done. If you are feeling unmotivated, find a workout buddy. That definitely helps. Meal planning in a must. Do it at night so that way you will have no excuses for stopping at that burger joint!

Instagram: @shallmoore21

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Cre lost 85 pounds

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Transformation of the Day: Cre lost 85 pounds. After the birth of her child, she found herself overeating, being lazy and dealing with a lot of stress and emotions. When a cousin uploaded an unflattering photo of her to social media, that was her wakeup call. She could no longer stand being tired all the time and limited by her weight gain. It was time for a change. Here is how she took action…

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My name is Cre. Before gaining any weight my average weight was around 140-150 pounds max at a height of 5’4″. I had a child, began to overeat and became extremely lazy. Not to mention all of the emotions and stress I was going through at the time. I ended up at a total of 260 pounds! My wake up call was when I saw a picture (above) of myself that my cousin uploaded on social media where I had food in my hand! It got to the point where I was always feeling tired and I was unable to do certain things without stopping and that was the last straw.

weight loss success storyAfter that, I tried everything to lose the weight. From skipping meals to even trying to eat nothing but water and bread (or crackers), but nothing worked!  My good friend finally introduced me to Herbalife Nutrition. I also decided to get more active and eat better. I completely cut out fried foods and pork. Pork is highly limited with my diet and has been since 2013. The digestive system of the pig alone should convince others to do the same. I avoid white bread, white rice, fast food meals, pasta, salty foods and most sweets and candy. Of course, the urge is there to eat certain things, but I rarely let that interfere with my routine. I try to be reasonable with myself and allow at least one cheat meal every other week but only if the cravings exist.

When I first started my journey, I did nothing but cardio. I practically lived on the treadmill and cycling bike at least 1-2hours a day. Once I lost most of my weight, I noticed that the weight started coming off in the wrong areas, so I added in weight lifting and strength training. Today, I balance out cardio and weight lifting to tone the body and build muscle. I try to train a different area of the body each day with light reps for the minor areas. I run 15-30 minutes before and after my workouts to get an even balance with weight lifting on full body days. Leg days are my absolute favorite days and I’m incorporating in weighted routines to continue to strengthen my core and slim the waist line. Instagram is the best place ever to get new exercise routines!

I ended up losing a total of 85 pounds within eight months to a year with the changes I made. I’m currently rocking 175 lbs and most don’t believe I weigh that much.

I have completely kept the weight off since July of 2015. I now eat 5-6 times a day and workout 5-6 times a week. I love meal prepping and I’ve become more active by doing so. I have a shake for breakfast and eat a healthy serving of fruit, yogurt, granola, or vegetable packs as my following snack. The top foods that I eat for lunch and dinner preps are ground turkey, baked chicken, broccoli, black beans and grains and practically any vegetable steam pack I can find. Mrs. Dash is the perfect seasoning for flavor. I recently added brown rice bowls to my meals to try something a bit different. I try to eat every 2-3 hours to keep my energy high and mind focused. I drink as much water as I can through out the day and also add in teas and fruit & aloe detoxes for a regular digestive system.

I wouldn’t change this experience for anything. I love motivating others and telling them the good things about building healthier habits and how I started at my rock bottom. I share my story for other women who just can’t seem to find a solution that best fits them and their body types. I am not done yet. I have so much more toning to go and I am ready to take on 2016!  If I can do it, anyone can!

The main thing I try to tell others who want to lose weight is that you really have to want it for yourself. We all have to start somewhere but we all have to start. We have to want a change for ourselves and always push to be nothing but great. It’s in us to be great.

Instagram: @Cre_Mahone18
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Andriana lost 67 pounds

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Weight Loss Story: Andriana lost 67 pounds. She was tired of feeling unhealthy and insecure, so she decided to eat clean and workout regularly. It’s been about 9 months and her work has paid off. Check out what she shared with us…

Adriana before and after

Hello, my name is Andriana. In May of 2015, I decided to lose weight through clean eating and exercise. I have lost 67 lbs so far and still counting.

Motivation: I was tired of being unhealthy and insecure. I also felt that looked older than my age. I have always been the overweight, so I decided that it was time for me to take better care of myself.

Eating Habits and Exercise: I eat lots of fruits and vegetables. No juice or soda, just water. I workout at least 5 days a week. My workouts consist of mostly cardio exercise and I recently started weight training.

It has not been easy, but with hard work and dedication I’ve done it. I wanted to prove everybody who said I couldn’t lose the weight wrong. I still have a few more pounds to lose, but I want to be source of inspiration to anyone struggling to lose weight. You can do it! Don’t give up.

Instagram: @and_reana

Adriana weight loss story

Troy lost 40 pounds

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Transformation of the Day: Troy lost 40 pounds. She is a television reporter in Shreveport, LA and she’s kept the weight off of or 3 years. She changed her eating habits, found out that weight training really works for her and did research on how certain foods affect the body. Check out what she shared with us about how she did it…

troy before and after

What was your motivation?
I am a television news reporter. Becoming a TV personality was a dream of mine, but more importantly I wanted to prove to myself that I could lose weight. For me, it was a discipline thing. I’ve always felt that I was a beautiful person and that beauty comes from within. Anytime I wanted to give up, I’d tell myself, “If you’ll give up on changing your lifestyle, you’ll give up on your dream and therefore you’ll give up on anything.” I knew I was more strong-willed than that. Now, that I’ve accomplished this goal, I know that I can reach all of my other career goals as well.

How did you change your eating habits? What did you stop or start eating?
I followed a lot of fitness and heath pages on social media. I taught myself to love fruit and vegetables. I put down soda and other things that are full of empty calories. I also stopped frying my food and started grilling and baking. I became more educated on how different vegetables affect my body. I really fell in love with the process of putting things into my body that would benefit me later in life. You’ve got to take care of yourself.

What did your workout routines look like?
I did a lot of weight training. I figured out early on that my body type reacts best to that method. I worked out Monday through Friday, which was best for my work schedule at the time.I’d take my work out clothes to the TV station with me and go straight to the gym right after. Occasionally, I would run from the station to the gym as cardio. It was just a few miles and there was a really safe route.

I made videos of my workouts to allow others to see my journey on social media and I asked others what they wanted me to make video of. People thought I was just helping them, but actually they pushed me to keep going and kept me focused on the journey. I couldn’t give up because I had people looking forward to my daily videos and people who enjoyed watching the process.

What was your starting weight? What is your current weight?
I started at 180 pounds and I currently weigh 140 pounds. My height is 5’4″.

How long did your transformation take?
All together, it took about 6 months, but it’s been 3 years now of maintaining. I am still committed to the lifestyle.

What advice do you have for others who want to lose weight?
The key is that you’ve got to learn how your body reacts to different foods and exercises. Get to know yourself and don’t give up figuring it all out. Keep working, even when you don’t see the results! I felt better before I ever started seeing a real difference.

Instagram: @thetroyla
Troy Washington KSLA News 12 is my news personality page. I am a reporter in Shreveport, Louisiana.

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Sarah lost 48 pounds

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Transformation of the Day: Sarah lost 48 pounds. After losing her mom to cancer she committed to living a healthier lifestyle in her memory. With clean eating, weight training and positive choices, she transforming her body. Check out what she shared with us.

sarah before and after

Greetings! My name is Sarah R. I’m 5’4″ and my starting weight, at my heaviest, was close to 212 pounds. Now, I weigh 164 pounds.

I made the decision to lose the weight after losing my mom from cancer a couple of years ago. Her spirit drove me to work hard and achieve a healthier body. I’ve made a lot of progress and because of my mom, I’m forever grateful for this journey.

I made better choices with the foods I eat. No fried foods, no sweets, no juice, no soda and no alcohol. I eat lots of clean, whole foods and drink plenty of water daily.

My workout routines consisted of cardio and weights. The weight lifting is what helped me lose a lot of the weight. I workout 5-6 days a week, with a rest day on Sundays. Since I live far away from my gym, I workout at home in my garage.

My transformation took 2 years, because I was still trying to understand how food works, the right amount to eat, portion sizes, calorie restriction, etc. Taking the time to learn did help me out a great deal in those areas.

My advice to those who want to lose weight is remember to always love yourself. I also suggest seeking therapy, for those who need it. Start slow by eating clean for two weeks and then start slow with your workouts. Start with walking or even something fun like zumba!

Instagram: @_thegirlaspirationacquired

Mesha lost 135 pounds

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Transformation of the Day: Mesha lost 135 pounds. At just 25 years old, she was suffering with sleeping issues, migraines, achy joints and was borderline for diabetes. At 300+ pounds, she made a promise to herself to join a gym and after committing to that first step she hasn’t turned back. She shared with us what she did to lose the pounds. Check out her story.

mesha before and after

My name is Mesha and I would like to share my weight loss story with all of you. In February 2013, I got to my highest recorded weight of 325 pounds at 5’9″. I was always overweight, even through childhood, and I was borderline diabetic. I had sleeping problems, chronic migraines and achy joints at 25 years old.

One day, I was riding by an Anytime Fitness gym and I noticed there were very few people in there, which I liked because of how self-conscious I was. I said to myself, “Next payday, I’m going to sign up.” I fulfilled that promise to myself, followed through and signed up at the gym. Ever since then, I’ve been on it.

I went to the gym 5-6 times a week and simply walked for 1 hour. As I got better, I pushed up the speed of my walk along with the incline to get a better burn. The most important and hardest thing I had to change was my diet. I basically took out all carbs, except whole grain or spinach wraps. I only  ate meat, veggies, eggs and fruit. I did eat a little cheese as well and drank lots of water. In the first month of my weight loss journey, I lost 15 pounds and I knew that I was on to something!

Within a year, I lost over 100 pounds and I now weigh 190 pounds at 5’9″ tall. After the first year of weight loss, that’s when I started adding in weight training along with a high protein diet. I am proud to say that my journey is 100% natural, no surgeries what so ever. Just good old fashioned hard work and consistency.

The advice I would give to others seeking to lose weight is to remember that weight loss is 80% diet, 20% exercise and 100% dedication. Even if you see no progress, if you’re doing what you’re suppose to be doing the weight loss and results will eventually show, trust me.

Instagram: @Mesha_fit

Tedra lost 75 pounds

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Update: Shout out to Tedra! She’s lost 80 pounds and kept the weight OFF.

You see that smile in my first pic 😁, well guess what I was HAPPY! I see so many post of #weightlosstransformations saying how miserable, depressed they were, didn’t have self love because they was overweight…that may have been the case but NEVER my situation, I loved myself the way I was, I was young, enjoying life, smiling, not depressed, not sad!!! My choice to lose weight was for my health, I started walking and slowly changing my eating so I craved more and decided to keep going. Losing weight in the beginning was easy for me with the right #mindset . NOW on to today , I’m so hard on myself, from lifes ups and down, adult life, responsibilities, I’m learning to love myself for my flaws all over again and get back to the old me but a more fit version…Moral of my story overweight doesn’t equal sadness nor does being skinny equal happiness. Love yourself any at stage of your journey…Itll make a world of difference

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Weight Loss Transformation of the Day: Tedra lost 75 pounds. After struggling for years and trying many different plans, she learned a lot about what works for her and what she has to do to create true lifestyle change vs. just following a plan and counting calories. Check out what she shared with us about how she found success on her weight loss journey.

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Hello, my name is Tedra and I wanted to share my weight loss journey to inspire others. I have struggled for years and tried many diets. In 2008, I joined Weight Watchers and successfully lost 25 lbs, but I hit a plateau and couldn’t seem to stay consistent. I was tired of counting points and counting calories, and couldn’t see myself using those methods for the rest of my life.

I wanted a lasting lifestyle change. In 2010, after doing lots of research, I decided to no longer count calories or points. I cut out processed foods and refined sugars and started eating clean, whole foods; lots of veggies, fruits and protein. If I have a craving for carbs, I eat whole grains. I also incorporate green smoothies as a part of my diet daily. I followed JJ Smith’s Green Smoothie Cleanse regularly to detox my system. For exercise, I do mostly cardio which consists of running 2-3 miles, 4-5 days a week. I also do strength training 1-2 days a week, along with Zumba and Cardio Hip Hop.

Currently, I am down 75 pounds from a starting weight of 236 pounds by living this lifestyle (height: 5’7″). I would tell others who want to lose weight that consistency is the key. Trust the process and never give up.

Instagram: @fitnaturalchick

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