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Danielle lost 53 pounds

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Transformation of the Day: Danielle lost 53 pounds. She is determined to achieve her wellness goal through healthy eating habits and exercise. Since starting her journey, she has experienced less joint pain.

Danielle before and after weight loss

Social Media: I’m on Facebook. 

What was your motivation?
My motivation was that I wanted to go to my appointments and hear that my weight was steadily going down. 

What inspired you to keep going, even when you wanted to give up?
Being able to walk without any pain in my joints inspired me.

How did you change your eating habits?
I just slowly began to limit my intake of fried foods. I have really cut back on fast food as well. Also, I’ve gone eight-plus years without sodas. 

How often did you work out?
I work out 2 to 4 days a week. 

What is your workout routine? It was a combination of these examples; I love to line dance when I have time. I work out online twice a week with a lady named LaTisha, owner of SheFit Fitness. I also work out twice a week in person with a trainer in my hometown named Amtwan Jones. 

What was your starting weight? What is your current weight?
My starting weight was 391.6 pounds, and my current weight is 339.0 pounds.

What is your height?
I’m 5’0″.

Danielle before and after weight loss

When did you start your journey? How long did your transformation take?
I’ve always started and stopped because my mind wasn’t strong enough to stay on board. I would give up quickly. It took a few months to hit my 50-pound mark.

Is weight loss surgery part of your journey?
No. No offense against those who have taken that route because we are all different. However, I challenged myself to do it naturally. (All my doctor wanted to talk about in the past was weight loss surgery.) 

What is the biggest lesson you’ve learned so far?
NEVER GIVE UP. It’s mind over matter. 

What advice do you have for women who want to lose weight?
Do it even if you have to do it alone.

Carolyn lost 80 pounds

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Transformation of the Day: Carolyn lost 80 pounds. Her journey began after she had a stroke in 2019 and she has been committed to good nutrition and exercise ever since. She feels blessed to have a second chance at life. #fitover60

Carolyn before and after weight loss

Social Media:
Facebook: Carolyn J. Yancey

When did you start your journey?
I started in 2019 after my stroke

What was your motivation? What inspired you to keep going, even when you wanted to give up?
In 2019 I had a stroke and the doctors told me if I wanted to turn my health around I had to make some changes in my nutrition and exercise regimen moving forward. I made a decision that day to turn my life around and live. Did I want to give up, how many times? (Every day, I had to fight through my emotions). I also had a heart monitor on when I left the hospital and my kidney had been damaged. What inspired me was wanted to live for myself first and my family, did not need to be burying me. I had to trust the process and go through the test on blind Faith.

How did you change your eating habits?
I realized that I could not outwork a bad diet, no matter how much exercise I did. I had to change my eating habits. The first things I stopped were sodas, chips, candy bars & fast foods. I took baby steps with each thing item I changed. I stated grilling, baking & air-frying. Some days I passed the test and some days I had to start over. I cooked more food from home and ate healthier choices. I also had to give myself “Grace” daily. I was not a perfect but working to perfect my bad habits.

What is your workout routine?
I actually workout with some sisters every morning with weights and sometimes without. I track my steps daily (at lease 10,000 or more), and use cardio videos (chair or standing). We have even done line dancing in a chair. I also walk every evening at our community track and ride my stationary bike at times. 

How often did you work out?
I work out daily, doing some form of activity.

What was your starting weight?
In 2019, it was 270 pounds.

What is your current weight?
It is 190 pounds.

What is your height?
I’m 5’2″.

How long did your transformation take?
It took me four years, I slow walked it out and now I am a four year stroke survivor.

Is weight loss surgery part of your journey?
I never had weight loss surgery.

What is the biggest lesson you’ve learned so far?
I learned that it is never too late to start over; sometimes you have to do it alone. I am 67 and just beginning to love myself and stay consistent. By staying consistent, I reversed my kidney disease and they are normal now. I no longer wear a heart monitor and I’m working full-time. I feel blessed to have a second chance at life. 

What advice do you have for women who want to lose weight?
Ladies this might be hard for some but I didn’t see the changes until I started taking pictures (even when I said I don’t like to take them). I also did measurement and lost a lot of inches. Take those pictures and trust the process.

Patrice lost 189.5 pounds

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Transformation of the Day: Patrice lost 189.5 pounds. Her goals were to be healthier and feel more comfortable in her skin. She credits her trainer’s support and nutritional guidance as being key to her success. 

Patrice before and after weight loss

Social Media:
Instagram: @lovin_meeeeee
TikTok: @zariii444
Facebook: Patrice Goodall 

What was your motivation? What inspired you to keep going, even when you wanted to give up?
My motivation on this journey was simply to be healthier and feel comfortable in my skin. I hated being big and pretending like I was comfortable with it. I remember hating trying on clothes or going shopping because, most of the time, I couldn’t fit the clothes in the stores. That was my motivation when I started. 

Now, my motivation is to be fit so I can play with my daughter. She really keeps me going. Also, I love it whenever I can fit smaller size clothes. It’s like a great accomplishment, and  

How did you change your eating habits?
What changed in my diet was my MACROS. I was able to get a meal plan from my trainer, Kory Phillips (I AM The King Of Fitness) who is the Owner Of Lovelybodies Gyms And Shake Sum Cafe Nutrition Company. I’m also a distributor for Shake Sum Cafe. He teaches us about MACROS, the specifics of it, and how it’s necessary to track macros to accomplish your weight loss goals and get your body to look how you want it. 

What is your workout routine?
I work out every day with Lovelybodies Virtual. I do Step N Sweat With The King at 8:10 am, BootyBlasst with STACKED By Ny at 9 am, group strength training with The King at 7 pm, and Step N Sweat with The King at 9 pm to end of the day. M-Th And Step N Sweat with The King on weekends. All of the workouts are usually 45 minutes to an hour long. 

Patrice lost 189 pounds

How often did you work out?
I work out every day. When I first started, I used to do maybe 2 hours a day. Now it’s 4-5 hours a day. Lol

What was your starting weight?
My starting weight overall was 358 pounds. I was able to get to 278 before training with my trainer. I had got pregnant, and after I had my daughter I was 326 lbs. After that I started with my trainer and his nutrition company consistently in August 2022.

What is your current weight?
My current weight is 168.5 pounds.

What is your height?
I am 5’2″.

When did you start your journey? How long did your transformation take?
This will be a little lengthy. I first started my journey in 2019 with no guidance. I was trying to do my trainer’s workouts that I saw him have the celebrities do on the machines. Lol. I was able to get to 278 lbs, but by the time I got there, it was My 2021. It took me two years to do it with no guidance, no training, and no Shake Sum. 

Fast forward to August 2022, I was 326 lbs when I started training with Kory and using Shake Sum Cafe products consistently with his guidance. Today I weigh 168.5 lbs.

Is weight loss surgery part of your journey?
No, my weight loss journey has been all-natural-Just working out with Kory Phillips and taking Shake Sun Cafe Products.

What is the biggest lesson you’ve learned so far?
The BIGGEST lessons I have learned: First and foremost, you NEED Shake Sun Cafe to help you accomplish your fitness goals. Lol, I also learned that if you truly want to change your body and health, get some guidance. Get a trainer who not only knows what workouts to do but also a trainer that KNOWS Nutrition!! That is the biggest part of this journey that Kory talks about this all the time. He also preaches PROTEIN, PROTEIN, PROTEIN!! That’s basically saying protein is a requirement in this journey to keep your skin tight and toned. Your body NEEDS it!

What advice do you have for women who want to lose weight?
I want all women to know you are CAPABLE!!! You Got This!! You can do this Naturally. You don’t have to have surgery to get the body you want. It is possible, Im living proof. 

Melissa lost 23 pounds

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Transformation of the Day: Melissa lost 23 pounds. Her turning point came when she discovered that high blood sugar and inflammation were impacting her health. She reached out to an online weight loss coach who listened to her needs and gave her the guidance to succeed. 

Melissa before and after weight loss

Social Media:
Facebook: Melissa Spann
TikTok: @mspann11

What was your motivation? What inspired you to keep going, even when you wanted to give up? Unfortunately, my motivation was my lipid panel results. I scheduled an appointment with my PCP because I was feeling lethargic and did not want to do much. I am happy in my life and treated well, so I could not understand why I felt that way. 

To my surprise, my blood sugar levels were high, and my body was super inflamed. I knew taking pills or having to inject myself was not an option I wanted, so I asked the doctor for an alternative method. I got my blood sugar levels down with exercise but could not control the inflammation. I was determined to get the inflammation down because my body was in pain daily. 

What inspired me to keep going is the support of my husband and continuously looking in the mirror. YouTube motivational speeches were also inspiring. Here is a link to one.

How did you change your eating habits? My food weakness is rice, and I knew I had to change how much I ate daily. I ate smaller portions. I found a certified nutritionist, Terry Starks, and followed his nutritional plan. I liked his plan because it was simple: I did not have to starve myself. Also, it included foods most people include in their daily diet.

What is your workout routine? My workout routine is Cardio (circuit training, elliptical, treadmill, or walking outdoors) every day – mostly in the morning or at lunchtime (30 minutes). I alternate with weight training 2-3 days/week.

How often did you work out? 6-7 days/week

What was your starting weight? What is your current weight? My starting weight was 198 pounds, and I currently weigh 175 pounds.

What is your height? I am 5’3 “.

When did you start your journey? How long did your transformation take? I started my journey some years ago after going through therapy for Achilles rupture. I was off and on since the pandemic in 2020 but got more focused in February 2023. I started meeting with a personal trainer and still was not losing weight, just gaining muscle. I knew the problem had to be what I was eating. 

I tried Weight Watchers and several apps that targeted macronutrients and managing my carbs and the keto diet. Guess what? They did not work for me because I am horrible at tracking what I eat. So, I started surfing Facebook again on Blackwomenlosingweight. I read someone’s story, and they mentioned Terry Starks. I reached out because I had nothing to lose except losing weight, lol. I called, and he responded.

It was not until I found a certified nutritionist that I started to drop weight. I started my nutrition plan on July 4th. By following his plan and guidance, I dropped 23 lbs in 35 days, just like that. I was amazed at how my stomach went down. Many have told me that I would not lose my belly fat because of my C-section and that surgery would be my only option to get rid of the excess fat. Well, from my photos, you can see it is possible to lose your belly fat through nutrition and exercise.

It was a big decision to begin this lifestyle change to eat better on the weekend of July 4th. I thought to myself that I am always going to have a reason why I couldn’t begin a plan to eat healthier. My reasons were: I have to travel next weekend, or I have a wedding or birthday party or some athletic event to attend. It was always something. Personally, I felt that I was working too hard not to see the results, so I made the commitment to eat healthier.

Is weight loss surgery part of your journey? Weight loss surgery is not part of my journey.

What is the biggest lesson you’ve learned so far? I have learned that nutrition, exercise, consistency, and discipline are key. Also, prepping your meals makes a huge difference. It prevents you from always eating out, which I did a lot before changing my eating habits. Because my schedule is busy, I love food, love to eat, and feel like my mouth must move all the time, I used to have an excuse for why meal prepping would not work for me. Anything is possible if you believe you can. 

What advice do you have for women who want to lose weight? Trust your gut and try what you think may work because you have nothing to lose. Whatever fitness journey you are on, go 110%. You know yourself better than anyone else, so find the resources that work for you. 

I was an athlete since Middle school through college, and I let myself go after “life” happened (marriage, children, career, family, etc.). What I realized is that during my years as an athlete, I had a coach in my corner, and the workouts I did were intense. Before, I was doing stuff on my own and researching online different exercises to help with weight loss, but I realized I needed someone to tell me what to do and be there with me face-to-face. 

Also, I know that logging my meals was not sustainable. I love to eat, and I do not like cutting out the food groups. So I knew I needed someone who understood how and what I ate and the historical background behind foods eaten in my culture. So, I looked for that. 

What I am saying is do not ignore what you know about yourself. If you are on a plan and you feel you’ve messed up, it’s ok. You are human, so just pick yourself up and move on. Continue where you left off. If you want success, then go get it! If you want to be better, then be better!

Chrischon lost 44 pounds

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Transformation of the Day: Chrischon lost 44 pounds with healthier eating habits and exercise. Her family is her motivation. She is determined to build a healthy legacy for her four daughters. 

Chrischon before and after weight loss

Social Media:
Facebook page

What is your motivation?
My motivation is my family. I didn’t want to die before I finished building a legacy for them. So, I went vegan and started to exercise. I have four daughters, and I wanted them to be proud of their mother. 

How did you change your eating habits?
Fruits and vegetables became my go-to, even though I still struggled with certain things like fries and chips. Fried foods made me sick to my stomach and would remind me of what I was doing to my body. So, I would stop, detox, and get back on the bandwagon.

What was your workout routine?
My workout routine is not a routine at all. I try to go outside and ride my bike, jump rope, or walk (and sometimes run ) when I can – Maybe twice a week or two times a month. The point is I don’t stop pushing until the scale and my weight loss goal are the same. 

What is your height?
I’m 5’2″.

What was your starting weight? What is your current weight?
My starting weight was 328 pounds, and now I weigh 284 pounds. It took me about a year to get through the first stage of my journey. Now, I’m looking into getting weight loss surgery to complete the rest of my journey. 

What is the biggest lesson you’ve learned so far?
The biggest lesson that I’ve learned is to never give up. Sometimes, we beat ourselves up because we cheated or fell back into old habits. I know that if I keep going, I breathe a little better, feel a little better, and get closer to my healthier self. I’m never going back to the way I was. As long as I have today, I can make the effort to be healthy.

Mary lost 291 pounds

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Transformation of the Day: Mary lost 291 pounds. Suffering from Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, and joint disease, her mobility was limited. She started her wellness journey to improve her mobility and physical, mental, and emotional heath.

Mary before and after weight loss

Social Media:
Instagram: @journey_to_snatched_ @resilient _health_Remedies_
TikTok: @journeytosnatched
YouTube: Snuggly to Snatched Weightloss 
Facebook: snugglytosnatched_weightloss_ 

What was your motivation? What inspired you to keep going, even when you wanted to give up? 
My motivation was always seeing me as a better version of myself physically, mentally, and emotionally. 

My bubbly, jolly, and sunflower personality inspired me to keep going, though I had days of wanting to give up. Who I was on the inside and what I enjoyed doing didn’t fit my external self. I’m just a ball of jovial, energetic joy. Being heavier, I wasn’t always able to let that side of my personality shine bright like a diamond.

Is weight loss surgery part of your journey?
Yes, I had the VSG Surgery on August 10, 2010. [vertical gastric sleeve]

Mary lost 291 pounds

How did you change your eating habits? 
I changed my eating habits not just for weight loss but also because my physical mobility was affected. I’m a disabled woman. I suffer from Osteoarthritis (OA) and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). My mobility was limited, and I was given up on by the doctors, who basically declared me “wheelchair-bound” because my bones were degenerating. I was already using my crutches, walker, and canes to move around.  

I stopped eating dairy, certain meats, carbs, and sugar. This specific plan came about after I came to the point where I felt being wheelchair-bound was going to be my life. For a short while, I actually entertained the life I was being assigned. 

I realized I didn’t desire this life for myself, and that’s when the light came on. I did much research and self-study on myself. Let me tell you, after a few trials and falls, I discovered that removing certain foods from my diet was a WIN for my disability as well as a WIN for achieving weight loss. I not only promote disability awareness but also weight loss support through live mentoring. 

Mary before and after weight loss

What is your workout routine?
I didn’t have any specific workout routine, being that I was physically unable to perform any workouts without experiencing pain on a scale of 10 out of 10. I did some water exercises, and that’s about it. Today, I’ve improved my workouts, but I still have to be careful with the ones I do because of my degenerative joint disease and inflammation. 

How often did you work out?
Whenever my body allowed me to do some type of low-impact workout, I did it 2-3 times a week. There were times I was only able to work out twice a month.

What was your starting weight? 
My starting weight was approximately 484 pounds, possibly higher. 

What is your current weight?
I got down to 193 pounds as my lowest weight. Due to not having guided workouts like I needed to, I crept back to 206 pounds.

What is your height?
My height is 5’2″. 

Mary before and after weight loss

When did you start your journey?
My journey started many years before with up and down weight loss, but it was in Spring 2010 (leading up to August 2010) that I had the VSG surgery. [gastric sleeve]

How long did your transformation take? 
I’ve had different transformation journeys, but this part of my journey has taken 13 years and counting. 

What is the biggest lesson you’ve learned so far?
The biggest lesson I learned so far is that being honest with myself is the best win ever. Once I achieved that, that’s the biggest, most valued learned lesson ever. Understanding this will allow any goals or intentions you set to be accomplished.  

What advice do you have for women who want to lose weight?

My advice for women who want to lose weight is to be patient with yourself and don’t worry about losing weight (as ill feeling or some type of punishment). Make a game of it, keeping it fun. As this is happening, the weight can come off effortlessly. Before you know it, you’re halfway to your goal if you haven’t already achieved it.

Another piece of advice that I tell many ladies or even men is not to be a scale stalker every day. Leave that scale alone, or break up with it, lol. A scale isn’t needed to know if you’ve lost weight. You will know by how you’re feeling energy-wise, moving freely, and recognizing more non-scale victories.

June 2023 30 Day Exercise Challenge

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Join our 30 Day Exercise Challenge, June 1-30, 2023. This is a challenge that EVERYONE can participate in, regardless of your level of fitness. How? You get to choose your exercise routine! Walking, running, weight training, HIIT, Zumba, yoga, etc. You’ll find this month’s 30-day tracking calendar below ⬇️. Print it out, and you are all set. (NO signup is required.)

Woman exercising

Goals: Work out at least five days a week and join our daily online check-in for accountability.

  • Work at your own pace.* Exercise for a minimum of 30 minutes per workout.
  • Active Rest Days: On your rest days, take 15-20 minutes to stretch, do yoga, do pilates, or take a walk. Do something physical but relaxing.
  • Stay hydrated: Drink at least 64 oz of water each day. If you drink much more than that or much less due to medical limitations (due to kidney issues or other ailments), that’s fine. Do what works for you.
  • Do what works for YOU: Work out more than five days a week if that is your usual routine. If you can only work out for 2-3 days a week, commit to that. You know your level of fitness. We don’t want anyone to hurt themselves or risk injury just to reach the “5 Days a Week” goal. Again, it’s very important that you choose a goal and a workout routine that fits your current fitness level.

How can you join us? Join the Daily Check-in!

During the challenge, we will post a check-in post in our Facebook group and on Instagram every evening at 7:00 pm EST. Leave a comment and share whether you had a workout day or a rest day. (Note: Please answer all of the FB group entry questions if you’d like to become a group member.) 

Woman exercising at home

Clean Eating Guide E-book

What should you eat during this challenge? If you have a nutrition plan/diet that is working for you, stick with it. If you don’t have a plan, start with the basics – Clean up your eating habits and eat more healthy, whole foods. If you would like to learn how to cut out processed food and fast food while not feeling deprived, read our helpful E-Book, “Clean Eating for Wellness and Weight Loss. “

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Ready to join us?

1. Print out the Daily Tracking Calendar (PDF file) and track your workout progress for 30 days.

2. Check-in Nightly on Facebook or Instagram for accountability – 7:00 pm EST

3. Share your Exercise Selfies with the challenge hashtag

  • Use the Challenge Hashtag #BWLW30 when you post your workout selfies.

4. Leave a comment below and tell us why you are joining the challenge.

*Disclaimer: Before starting any exercise program, please consult with your doctor. We cannot be held responsible for any injuries resulting from attempting this exercise routine. If you have injuries that could be worsened, are pregnant, have knee issues, or are suffering neck and back pain, you should speak with a professional trainer about what workouts would be best for you. Do not attempt if you have current injuries, past surgeries, or other physical issues/health issues that could be affected by exercise. Don’t forget to stretch before and after working out to avoid injuries. If you feel pain or severe discomfort, stop.

Angela lost 34 pounds

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Transformation of the Day: Angela lost 34 pounds and has kept it off for several years. 56 years old and fabulous! She got results by being consistent, working with an online training/nutrition program, and fully committing to her new healthy lifestyle. Check out her update.

Angela before and after weight loss

Age: 56
Height: 5’5
Starting weight: 167.5lbs
Current weight: 133.4lbs
Starting Dress Size: 12
Current Dress Size: 4
Representing: Memphis, TN

Social Media:
Instagram: @1947_angela

How have you maintained your weight loss/continued to lose weight? 
I’ve followed the maintenance program given to me by Fitness on Fire Online Training. I’ve actually set a new goal which is to grow my glutes and build more muscle. So I’m following the regimen given to me by my online trainer. “King of the Fire” and eating regimen by my online Nutritionist “Nutritionistguru.”

I’m loving the direction my body is going. I’ve dropped the excess fat and now building my glutes and muscles and looking better than I did when I was in my twenties. I love it. My confidence has been boosted, and I’m a brand new woman. 

 
 
 
 
 
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What obstacles, hurdles, or setbacks have you faced during your journey, and how did you get back on track?
Yes, there were days I wanted to eat unhealthy snacks and foods, but when I have those hurdles, I can reach out to my Nutritionist. She reminds me of my goal and how far I’ve come. 

So this program has helped me stay on track. I never want to go back to where I started. I’ve put in too much work. 

What has worked in terms of eating habits, and what worked in terms of exercise?
Honestly, sticking to the structure of the program. It’s easy and works with any lifestyle. I get to eat foods I like and don’t feel limited or like I’m starving myself. “King of the Fire” made the workouts super easy. I make sure I find 90 mins at least in the day to focus on myself, and that’s my exercise time. I find that making it part of my daily lifestyle routine is what works for me. Just like going to work, but I’m reaping the big benefits. 

What lessons have you learned on this journey? What stands out the most?
I’ve learned that you need the support and you need a structure. You need a team that knows what they are doing and how to help you change your body, not numbers on a scale. My body has never looked this good, and I owe it all to the Fitness on Fire Online Training program. They’ve been there for me throughout my entire journey. Always available no matter what. I’ve also learned that you have to put in the work to get results. 

My confidence is on another level. I’m able to wear clothes I couldn’t even wear in my twenties. I can confidently wear a bikini……… let that sink in. I’m 56 and wearing a bikini, and doing so confidently. I get compliments from family, friends, co-workers, and from strangers. I also get people walking up to me in the gym, saying they want to look like me. 

I’ve been going to the gym for years and never received a compliment from anyone there. I owe that all to the Fitness on Fire Online Training Program. I’m wearing a size 4, and I never imagined that would happen to me. Now I will never go back to where I started. I love the skin I’m in, how my confidence has changed, and how much of a smile I have on my face when I look at my body in the mirror. Fitness on Fire is the best investment I’ve made, and I would do it again and again and again. This program has truly changed my life!

At this point, would you offer any new or different advice to others who want to lose weight?My advice to everyone and anyone is to get a team. Join Fitness on Fire. Most importantly, stay consistent. Have a made-up mind that this is what you want to do and stick to it. Don’t keep starting over or wait for Mondays. No time like the present. Especially with what’s going on in the world. We have to take care of our health.

Renada lost 50 pounds

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Transformation of the Day: Renada lost 50 pounds. She just wanted to be healthy and feel comfortable in her clothes. Eating plant-based meals, working out 4-5 days a week, and staying focused really paid off.

Renada before and after weight loss

Social Media:
Instagram: @Nyli_gapeach 

What was your motivation? What inspired you to keep going, even when you wanted to give up?
My motivation came from simply wanting to be healthier and to feel comfortable in my clothes. Honestly, I was inspired by knowing what the results would be if I continued to be consistent.

How did you change your eating habits?
I was a Vegan. Then I started incorporating seafood occasionally for the omega 3s. My meals were mainly plant-based and pescatarian. 

I eat what I want to eat in moderation while maintaining a calorie deficit to optimize my results. In addition to what I eat, I drink mostly water and Kombucha.

What is your workout routine?
My workout routine consists of full body workouts 4-5 days a week and spinning twice a week.

Renada before and after weight loss

How often did you work out?
I work out 4-5 days a week. 

What was your starting weight? What is your current weight?
My starting weight was 228 pounds. My current weight is 178 pounds. 

What is your height?
I’m 5’4″.

When did you start your journey?
I started my journey in March 2021.

How long did your transformation take?
To actually see real results took about 14 months.

Is weight loss surgery part of your journey? No, I didn’t have surgery.

What is the biggest lesson you’ve learned so far?
If you’re not consistent in obtaining your goals, you will always be in a stagnant place that can be demotivating. That can play heavily on your mental and emotional health.

What advice do you have for women who want to lose weight?
Start by doing something active, whether it’s just walking for 30 minutes a day. Try to be consistent in doing one physically active thing first. 

When you jump head first and try to go hard on day one, you typically don’t stick with it. The key is to develop a consistent pattern and routines. When you achieve that, everything else will follow. 

Eat in moderation, but don’t deprive yourself of what you love to eat because you will not maintain healthy eating habits that way. Give your body time to reset. Intermittent fasting is a great way to do this. It will also help you get into a caloric deficit, which will produce major weight loss results.

Vanessa lost 56 pounds

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Transformation of the Day: Vanessa lost 56 pounds. She’s a proud member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated. PCOS, Hyper Thyroidism and the aftermath of a terrible car accident all contributed to her weight gain. She found success working with her weight loss coach, who also happens to be a Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity member. 

Vanessa before and after weight loss

Social Media:
Instagram: @divinedove_17
Twitter: @vhlewis757

My name is Vanessa Lewis. I am a Finer Woman of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated. I have been working with Terry Starks, The Diet Doctor, and want to share my weight loss journey.

What was your motivation? What inspired you to keep going, even when you wanted to give up?
My life was literally on the line. I suffer from PCOS and Hyper Thyroidism. In 2019 I was involved in a really bad car accident. I had two surgeries and was at my biggest. I worked to recover so that I could begin my weight loss journey. 

My motivation is not to be fat before I turn 40 next year. I also wanted to look better for my organization’s National Boule next month in Philadelphia. 

How did you change your eating habits?
I worked with Terry to develop a healthy meal plan and learn how to meal prep. He helped me a lot. I cut out all sweets, bread, and sodas. Instead, I ate grilled chicken, salad, broccoli, Brussel sprouts, green beans, green peas, vegetables, and fruits. 

What is your workout routine? How often did you work out?
I work out twice a day. Once in the morning, before I eat breakfast and another workout 30-40 minutes before I go to bed. 

What was your starting weight? What is your current weight?
My starting weight was 286 pounds. I currently weigh 230 pounds. I have lost over 50 lbs, thanks to Terry Starks!

What is your height?
5’3″

Is weight loss surgery part of your journey? 
No. I wanted to do my journey naturally. 

When did you start your journey?
April 18th 

How long did your transformation take?
It took ten weeks.

What is the biggest lesson you’ve learned so far?
I learned how to meal prep and that eating clean is not as difficult as it seems. It is not about dieting. It is about making a lifestyle change.

What advice do you have for women who want to lose weight?
Do not wait! Stop putting off your health, and just go for it! Tomorrow is not promised. You will not only look better, but you will feel better. If you are lost like I was, hit up Terry Starks to help jumpstart your journey!

Excerpt from my recent Facebook post: I don’t normally share personal stuff, lol. I’ve been hesitant to post my before/afters because I’m still on my journey. However, I am thankful and grateful to Frat for being such a great coach! 

After my car accident and two surgeries, I gained so much weight from sitting—all this right when Covid started. I gave myself almost a year to try to heal after my last surgery. I am still not 100% recovered from the accident and all the surgeries on my shoulder and probably will never be. Still, the pain in my shoulder has definitely subsided significantly since being on the program. 

Thank you, Frat! You have helped so many people (greek or not), and I am so happy I found you. Thank you, Soror Sherita S. Hilton, for being an inspiration. I watched your journey and knew I had to join as well. 

Stay tuned. I’m not finished yet. Thank you to the hubby, R-l Lewis, for being my biggest supporter and cheerleader. Sherie Davis, we did this together, motivating each other the whole way through, and you look Amazing! So proud of you too, Sis!

SN: Even though I have a condition that makes me gain weight (Thyroid), I was still able to succeed with this program! If you’re on the fence, hit him up! It works! #NeverTooLateToMakeAChange