My Insane 17 Pound Weight Loss Journey

[@Makeupshayla]

I had so much to say about my weight loss lol. Let me know if you have any questions so I can make a part 2.

[@Baybee..]

How do you deal with eating out at events?

[@jasmineedge4662]

I’ve been watching your journey for a while. So inspired! Do you take supplements like glutamine and creatine?

[@melaniellinas4130]

How do you feel about sweat belts?

[@pinklady2994]

You look phenomenal! 🎉 part two please. Thank for your transparency. Feeling inspired. 💕

[@KeaYang21]

How do you deal with late night cravings if you have any??at night time whilst watching a movie or tv show I always feel like snacking

[@blaxicanafest]

Girl you have literally changed my life and I’m in tears😢. I was borderline diabetic, and I started walking and cooking my own food like I noticed you have been doing and now my blood work came back that I’m GOOD! Moreover, I feel good. You are literally saving lives and as a Black female, I’m so grateful to you! THANK YOU❤

[@cicicici9932]

Good job for your consistency

[@twin.225]

❤❤❤

[@LyndaOkoli]

Wow! Girl you’ve been missed on KZbin, don’t get me wrong I love your short form content but the long videos do it for me everytime! You and Les put in the work, you look amazing 👏🏾

[@oxi858]

I’m so ready for part 2 bc I’d love to see what your meals look like. Maybe you can vlog your meals and workouts. Do you consume protein shakes to help teach your goals?

[@maryamcobennoordien9137]

I need a part 2 too

[@lucindaprimrose]

Yes hon! The walking (slow cardio) is a key component we all need to do! I turned 46 and long hours on the laptop even with regular strength training at the gym 4-5 times a week had me gain that pre-menopausal weight overnight! What I could do at 45; I can’t do anymore at 46. Walking more is crucial! You both look fab and thank you so much for this!! Questions for part 2: can we see more compare/contrast photos? Maybe film a lagree session? A day in the life of … so we can the schedule broken up by walking, eating, working on content, working out etc.

[@Palomadoeslife]

Went for a 3 mile walk today and it felt so seamless, listened to a podcast the whole time so the time flew by! Thank you for reminding me that exercise doesn’t always have to be so vigorous and intense, it can be soft and light and still have the same benefits!

[@charleane00]

Your habits are 💯 correct especially about sugar! I noticed a huge difference in being more alert, less inflammation, less bloated all when I cut out sugar - it’s remarkable how it effects sooo many different parts of the body in a massively negative way. If there’s one thing to take away from this it’s to cut out / limit sugar!

[@jasminsalama]

I’ve been following your journey all these years. You and Katy are why I started low carb high protein. I’ve stuck to it since 2018. Lost the majority of the weight and now trying to lean. Started walking an hr every day because of you. Been loving it. Thanks for these updates! Congrats on you and Les’ change definitely inspiring me always!

[@curlyfro_chez1239]

Woke up to this video and it was just what I needed to hear. I used to have such a nice body and now I’m in my 40s and I’m struggling real bad. I know I can do this! Thanks for the encouragement. Headed out for my 3 mile walk as I type this! ❤

[@ericagreene49]

My Virgo Sister! You look amazing!! I turned 40 last year and had to change my eating and track my calories. You are definitely telling the truth about making your own food. Meal prep is KEY. Thank you so much for this video, and I hope you make part 2 💗

[@ivonnecruz5175]

Ahhh it was great to have you back! and honestly I love that your so blunt about it. No sugar coating over here and that’s exactly what I needed! I been struggling to get back to my fitness journey for the past month and listening to you saying that I can do it, really motivated me. I love that you have also shared your struggle with fitness because others make fitness look so easy and it really isn't. I am so ready for part 2!!💕

[@shardolltv6250]

You look like a true Top Model Shayla😍😍. Kudos to you and your husband for taking control of your health & fitness. This is very inspiring and looking forward to seeing part 2 💞

[@shannonmarie5803]

You look amazing. This video is right on time for me. Yes I can❤Thank you for sharing.

[@linafe2996]

Annd she is baack👏you look stunning!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The hair, the makeup, the fit, the energy everything👏👏👏👏👏

[@desitorres7191]

Girl been following your journey and you look better and better!! Get it queen!!

[@ponigel270]

It’s😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅p😅😅🎉🎉😅😅😅😅 Gt😅

[@Celinelikedion]

omg she's baaaaack on YT 😍 I remember seeing Shayla's fitness journey videos back in the Keto days, feels like a throwback 💗

[@attimesava1596]

All I have to say, is thank you. For not gatekeeping & for being real that this is a journey and for some of us it takes hard work and dedication and yes for some the weight drops off if they cut out one piece of candy a day but that isn’t how it works for everyone. In the works of Kim K, I gotta get my ass up and work

[@Thecomethruqueen]

You preaching to the choir 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽 I’m addicted to sugar, once I have chocolate it’s a wrap… I don’t even mess with it. I eat a salad every day during the week on Sunday is my cheat day. Thanks for this video 🙌🏽🙌🏽💕💕 I’ve been watching you since you were in the apartment and had the dog we have similar body types thank again for the encouragement.

[@nicolew9419]

She was talking right to me y’all😩😩😩 Seriously thank you for sharing!!❤️

[@mgolden1684]

I need to incorporate more steps.. I have no problem working out, cooking my own food.. I need to work on portion control and my steps.. I barely move during the day.. I’m frustrated because 10,000 is a bit much every day during the week but I am committed to doing whatever I can to work towards the goal. You look beyond great!! ❤❤

[@mellymel5603]

Loveeeee this video. Straight to the point! it's an adjustment and sometimes hard but so worth it! you look GREAT =)

[@AuditClerk]

With everyone going crazy on Ozempic, this is SO refreshing ... ! Thank you and yassss, queen - you look GREAT!

[@theglowynista7272]

Hey Shayla! Loved this video because it was the straight talk that I needed! Making it my goal to walk at least 3 miles a day - 1.5 miles while I’m at work and 1.5 miles in the evening. Thank you beautiful! I needed this ❤

[@Sirrahs]

This video was so realistic on weight loss. Everything Shayla said is true and doable. Starting out with small steps and it will lead to bigger steps. Nutrition is more than half the battle. I agree that moderation can happen AFTER getting the eating and nutrition under control. I started eating fruits as my first meal. Something my body can process easily. I love oatmeal and still eat it but something light is better to start with. Looking forward to the next video. ❤

[@JennA1]

You have motivated me to go on walks and the scale immediately started to drop

[@marlene1708]

This video was exactly what I needed go see I've post 13 lbs since Feb 1st and was down on myself because it's not alot and I have so much to go. But taking a step back it is progress and it was alot of work. Changed the way I was thinking about it.

[@olebogengmoseki7507]

Yeah she is back!!! You look hot mama😍 congratulations. You did very well!🎉

[@CrystalRivasWelcometomyworld]

I've been doing alllll this since March, and I've been consistently losing 1 to 2 lbs a week.

[@silviaalfaro8830]

Congratulations! Do you know what she is saying about protein? I want to follow the formula she mentioned

[@KiKiCarr]

girl are you really back for real 😂 I hope so .. I would love to see a video of the exercises you do when you weight train and detailing how many reps and how much weight you’re lifting for back .. arms (front & back ) legs and glutes .. PLEASE!!! PRETTY PLEASE!!!

[@carlamoore2710]

WELCOME BACK SHAYLA ❤ Keeping a food journal really helped me understand where I could make changes in order to live a healthy lifestyle. The journal helped me understand that I was an emotional eater and when I get bored I eat. If I'm upset I eat. I have primary progressive MS so walking literally saved my life. I also weigh once a week always at the same time after I get out of the shower.You both look great and I hope you share more lifestyle tips..

[@rosegl83]

Thanks for coming back, Shayla! Links of your current wig and your "vacation wig" (the one you did the minimalist vacation packing 😉) or wigs similar/equivalent to it or would recommend! If possible, post a video once a month!🥰

[@nehemie1255]

Actually gained 20;bs this year after finlly getting to my goals and best shape of my life. I got there walking daily so now, Im upping it from 1 hr of walking to 2hrs-6miles daily or 1hr at a 10-13 incline. Thanks Shayla!

[@treeciemiller370]

I’ve been waiting on you to spill the tea! You look amazing! In part 2 please show us what a day for you looks like (food, workout, etc). Thank you!

[@bettymota7900]

Omg!!! Thank you! Please make more videos like this! ❤❤❤❤

[@jamaicanbarbie9958]

So glad your back

[@DoughDashWord]

Lol KZbin is recommending your weight loss video from 5 years ago. I decided to see what else you post and I see this video. 😍

[@GM-ue8xc]

Shayla,thank you SO much for saying that if you binge eat, moderation doesn’t always work. I’ve been trying to tell people this & they don’t understand! Food addiction is real & it’s all or nothing when trying to eat healthier. Some people see me as obsessed & guess what? I am! Because I have to be to reach my goals! One question I had for you is, did you experience a lot of hunger while being in a deficit & if so, what did you do to combat that? I am having trouble with this! Anything helps! Thanks in advance!

[@TheAndiekonadu]

Definitely lots of protein and high fiber foods.

[@ropafadzodzeka8276]

I resonated with that also. Moderation works first week for me. Second week in and moderation just turns to binge eating!!

[@sana7777aloul]

Something things that help with hunger at the beginning of a diet until you’re used to it are drinking teas, sparking flavoured water, gum

[@GM-ue8xc]

@@ropafadzodzeka8276 same 😩

[@GM-ue8xc]

@@TheAndiekonadu I try to get as much fiber & protein in. Some days are hard though.

[@HER_DEKAAN]

Thank you so much Shayla. So proud of you, you look gorgeous girlie ❤️

[@cynthialewis9459]

I can’t wait for the next video! Please make more

[@airbnbgirllaura]

Thank you! I needed this. Been working with WAG for 6 months and haven’t seen the progress I want, and it’s because I’m not locked in staying faithful to my macros and I’m definitely not moving enough. This is just what I needed to inspire me to re-commit. Congratulations on seeing your hard work pay off. Would love to hear about your calories and macros for maintenance.

[@brandymartinez7696]

Yessss!!!!! Im so glad you’re speaking out on this. It’s hard to see people look so good and see them preach they have everything in moderation. They probably do, but to get to that great physique they started with they had to do some major sacrifice. You look gewwwwwd girl!!!! 😍😍

[@iahk6905]

Do you take supplements? Do you take creatinine? Can you talk a little about creatinine if you do take it? I’ve lost 35 pounds and thinking of introducing it into my supplements list to retain muscle a little more. Also Shayla I just wanna say I’m so grateful for you! You are the reason my weight loss journey has been so easy ! Your method works so well for me. I literally can hear your voice in my head sometime saying “just do it” and “don’t be lazy” no excuses Key things I remember from you is to keep my meals simple. I do the same meals everyday and I love it! I like the structure. I am not lazy anymore 10k steps a day minimum EVERYDAY. “Move your body” I feel so much better and I look amazing. My confidence has skyrocketed. It’s been so long since I felt this way and I have you to thank. Your journey is so inspiring 🥲☺️ Thanks so much girl!

[@peggysuemartinez9449]

Pretty lady nice to see you back! Looking forward to your videos❤

[@TiemposDePaz]

Awesome! I work out and have been slowly losing weight. I do plan to get ozempic this week to add in that extra boost, but I have been doing everything you've been doing too. I am looking forward to great sucess by the end of the year as my goal is to lose 30 pounds gradually. I've already lost 12.

[@angelaa86]

Girl, every word you said is exactly what I needed to hear right now! Thank you! Please post more tips, meals, etc.

[@tranquilitytravels2994]

Congratulations on your fitness journey. You are so inspiring.

[@tanishiahicks]

I am so excited to see this I have been on a journey of my own and it gets so hard I definitely agree that getting those steps in makes all the difference even on rest days I still get in my steps it’s really helped thank you for sharing this tip💕

[@jenicewilliams3703]

Thank you for sharing your weight loss secrets. I have started walking and thanks for encouraging me to walk twice a day. I will start doing that. Missed you here on KZbin! ❤️

[@tiondramarkwell4926]

Shayla you’re so inspirational! I have gotten the workouts together, but the nutrition is the hardest thank you!

[@NinaUbhi1]

Loved this! This is literally my life at the moment - got a PT last month, not shifting the weight but getting stronger and now tracking...and walking more than I ever have! Thanks for the update and advice!

[@LeighTaylor2589]

Thanks so much for this. Felt like you were speaking to me. Been struggling to keep a consistent eating plan to lose weight and I needed to hear this tough love.

[@rebelWP]

Congrats on your journey. You mentioned bell peppers as mostly carbs. Bell peppers are mostly water. 1 large red pepper is about 9g of carbs & 151g of water per the USDA food database. They work well for ppl following a low FODMAP diet their physician may have recommended.

[@shababy1706]

This was super helpful and well delivered. Thank you! Also../ can we get the updated makeup routine bc you look FLAWLESSSSSS

[@melaniebest5623]

You are right when you are starting a weight lost journey you do need to start strict. Once you have gotten use to your new eating habits then you can start incorporating moderation. When I first started my weight lost journey I would only go out and eat 1x a month if that.

[@tspence4646]

So glad I listened to this … I’m starting today and it’s just time to make it happen …

[@rsgem1]

I love your discipline and dedication! Thanks for sharing, great advice and tips.

[@karinapalacios9738]

Please vlog! Week in the life of work outs and meals you love making.

[@edelynparker9183]

First of all thank you Shayla you're finally back here. I've been waiting for you forever❤. I've seen your keto journey and how you loose weight and I'm always amazed and inspired by you. I want you to know that you're the reason of my weight loss before on your keto days but unfortunately I fell off the wagon and haven't been working out or deiting or better words I haven't been eating right.. but when I saw your video today it made me so happy and it's my wake up call! There is something about you that made me wanna do whatever u say so please keep spreading the good and inspirational videos because you're a truly great influencer! ❤❤ no.1 fan here keep it up and you and and Les looks amazing! #powercouple

[@marlybranch7880]

I thought you looked slimmer on I.G.! Keep up the great work sis! 🙌🏽

[@dmuse8109]

We need a video on this look🔥🔥🔥. You look amazing

[@Ladylisaamour]

I've always looked forward to your fitness, and diet videos. I love them even more in youtube than IG stories because of the time cap. Thank you for sharing!

[@lilianaulloa5795]

Hi Shayla!! Just wanted to say thank you for inspiring me to walk more and helping me kick start my healthy girl era!! 💪🏼💖😍 (started 1 week ago) 👏🏼🙌🏼

[@sokham27]

Definitely need a Part 2!

[@christina2927w]

I hope you do a part 2! You look amazing!

[@SydniAdu]

Please talk about drinking alcohol socially during the week and weekends. Like how many drinks do you have on a night out? Every since 2020 when covid happened drinking has increased in my life as i know most of americas too. How do you manage to stay on top of your diet/goals and still maintain a social life. I love your videos and you are sooo bomb! you look great then and now, thank you for you advice!

[@Taidelove]

OMG I have missed your content here on KZbin!!! Love you on the other apps but it's more personal here. Please share part two and girlllllll please share more makeup looks here.

[@ashleyellemorris]

So happy you’re back!!! ❤❤❤❤

[@SaraDeb28]

Please share so much more , thank you for this Shay.❤

[@bizzyfit2128]

I love the way you defined moderation. Mindset shift...

[@JacquieMiles-wk8dv]

Thanks Shayla for the tips and motivation! You look amazing!❤

[@journeytwojordan]

Hi Shayla, I am glad you're back on KZbin. You look amazing. I would love to see the products you are using for weight loss. I also love your makeup. I'm going on vacation in a week. Would you please do a makeup routine on waterproof makeup or how to have glowing skin in the heat?

[@EverythingNat]

You look amazing! The walking and protein really hit home

[@kimdoughman5859]

Thanx for the encouragement!! Youre beautiful been lovin ur shorts and have enjoyed ur health journey the las few years❤❤❤

[@MissMelissa103]

Thanks for keeping it real. I feel like it’s so important to set realistic goals and expectations for yourself when it comes to fitness, nutrition, and pretty much everything! Also, loving this hair on you 🙌🏽

[@juniebell]

Thus inspires me so much thanj you shayla!! You look better than ever

[@jgblifestyleofwellness]

thank you for taking the time to share your wellness journey! Cool would love a part 2!

[@nativemoerisin6219]

Great video. Please do a part 2 and what I eat in a day.? God bless ❤

[@KelsieBishop]

In part 2 can you talk about your schedule for walking and how you incorporate that with your daily workouts? Specifically what time are you waking up and what time are you walking and how that looks with working as well

[@808rochelle]

You’ve been missed! Love your fitness/health journey….always loving your nails, nails videos too would be nice, since you love saving coin ❤

[@Vanessanealacrylicart]

I Love your transparency! You're gorgeous and so relatable!

[@Palomadoeslife]

For part two maybe you can make one or your favorite salads and/or meals? Do you meal prep? What do you eat when you are craving something sweet? Do you ever crave fast food or something super unhealthy? All questions you can answer in part ✌🏼🩷

[@dpd0911]

You just motivated the heck outta me and my husband! Thank You!

[@louisesharpy]

The QUEEN IS BACK. !! You always looked good. But holy sizzle hot ! Dang. You look soooooo good. ❤❤. I love this color hair and the style ❤❤❤

[@nataliechavez3733]

I couldn’t relate more! I would love to have some examples of what you eat in a day because I also keep it simple and try to find new ideas when it comes to meals. I always thought that walking wouldn’t do anything and figured harder cardio is best, but hearing say that it has helped you makes me feel like I need to stop making excuses

[@RM-ck1nt]

Always love your journey and results. Congrats. But many factors not applicable to average person. Living in Houston? No 3-7 miles in this heat?? 2-3 hours a day walking/gym?? I wfh but lead and present a lot so can’t be huffing on calls. I workout daily in the morning but next video showing how you get to your protein goals will be helpful. It’s hard to get to 150+g of protein without feeling like you’re eating all day.

[@becomingofher]

You can walk on the treadmill

[@gracealtobar-ms6qv]

You look amazing!! Thank you for the update! Would love to see some recipes may a “what I eat in a week video”

[@MrsBalfour2U]

Getting use to eating carbs again while staying in a calorie deficit and hitting my protein goal. Every weight loss plan I have done for the past 5 years has been “carbs is the devil” . That messed me up mentally AND the weight goes on soooooo fast if you slip up and start eating “normal “ again. I just need to eat balanced without demonising food. Processed foods and sugars has never been an issue & I enjoy cooking. But now I cook and I do eat complex carbs. It feels so much better. Let’s see how it goes I have 60lbs to lose. Lost 14 so far.

[@dollyrevenge98]

I'm happy to hear the info you share is making sense. I agree with you 100%, diet and nutrition is the most important factor for weight loss and have already lost a few pounds with low carb meals and portion control. Like yourself I LOVE weightlifting as it gives the most visible and tangible results and I also add cycling at home for cardio.

[@Peaceofjaye]

I keep coming back to this video when I need a reminder.. 🙌🏾 Go for a walk!

[@Ansxo]

Thank you so much for this. You’re the first person I’ve seen that’s been real asf asf asf like I neeeeeeeeded this fr. Its so great to hear this because this is how my mind has been recently so thank you for motivating me. I need this please give us more. Im here for it allll!!!!!!

[@tiyratrogers4770]

I’m a fellow makeup artist but these are always my fav. Thanks Shayla! ❤

[@angelawilcoxson4839]

Thank you for this video. I really needed to hear everything you shared. I appreciate your transparency.

[@hunni2551]

Yesss girl I’m here for part 2 I’ve been waking as well I think I need to up the steps but walking is sooo good xx

[@misskaay5907]

Love this! This is the motivation and information I've needed. I've been working with a trainer for a little bit but I am definitely a snacker so results seem so far away! Thanks for the motivation and looking forward to part 2 ❤

[@houston4553]

Wow i work full time i don't see how i could ever have time to walk 8 miles a day morning and night and then working out on top of that.. you're an olympian girl!!

[@MarshasJourney]

Same. It's so disheartening to know that only certain lifestyles allow for you to be healthy. Regular ppl with 9 to 5s and kids definitely cannot do this

[@tanzanekova]

Thank you Shayla! I’m on my workout journey and I needed to hear this. ❤

[@JustJoia]

Yes this last 6 months has really made me go… DAYYYUUUUMMMM (like in Friday). You look great Shayla! 💜

[@ShondaiNspires]

Glad you’re back!!! 😊

[@RolethaFlowers]

You look amazing! I'm looking forward to part 2. I just want to know more about the workouts

[@itsAdrianCaprice]

"Lose it " is a good app for calorie counting. I've been using it for the last few weeks. This was a good video & really highlighted some great points.