Lizzo is beaming with pride after achieving a significant milestone in her weight-loss journey. The multi-talented singer and rapper took to Instagram on Saturday to reveal her incredible transformation, celebrating what she calls her “weight release.”
In the post, Lizzo shared a photo of herself in a two-piece workout outfit alongside the message, “Congratulations! You’ve met your weight goals.” She also revealed some impressive stats: her BMI dropped by 10.5 points, and her body fat percentage reduced by 16%.
“I did it,” Lizzo captioned her post. “Today when I stepped on my scale, I reached my weight release goal. I haven’t seen this number since 2014! Let this be a reminder you can do anything you put your mind to. Time for new goals!”
While the celebration drew plenty of praise and encouragement from fans, not everyone was on board. Some expressed disappointment, feeling Lizzo’s weight-loss journey clashed with her long-standing role as a body-positivity icon. One follower commented, “It’s really sad to see someone who helped me with my body image now just be another influencer of diet culture.”
Lizzo addressed some of this criticism in a heartfelt TikTok, saying, “Even at the end of my weight loss journey, I’m not going to be considered thin by any means. But I will be happy.” She added, “Let this be a reminder that you can do anything—anything you set your mind to.”
In a March 2024 interview with the New York Times, Lizzo reflected on her methodical approach to fitness and health. “I’ve been losing weight very slowly, and anyone who’s on a natural weight-loss journey knows it’s the slowest process in the world,” she explained.
Lizzo has also faced rumors of using weight-loss drugs like Ozempic, which she humorously debunked through social media posts. In September, she jokingly captioned a TikTok video, “When you finally get Ozempic allegations after 5 months of weight training and calorie deficit.” In another cheeky moment, she donned a sparkly “LizzOzempic” costume for Halloween, complete with a tape measure around her waist, poking fun at the speculation.
Through it all, Lizzo remains focused on her goals and confident in her journey. “My body is nobody’s business,” she said, reminding fans that her transformation is rooted in personal growth and self-love. As she sets her sights on new objectives, Lizzo continues to inspire her followers with her resilience, authenticity, and humor.
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