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5 Celebrities who shared their weight loss journey

Losing weight has always been an ultimate dream for many people. That is why you will always find it featured or topping the list of New Year’s resolutions.

It is not always easy to tick this accomplishment, as it requires one to stop eating junk food, gym more and some choosing the surgery that comes with its own challenges. A few celebrities have proudly shared their weight loss journeys on their social media platforms.

Musician, Anathi Bhongo Mnyango, who is popularly known as Anatii recently revealed that he has lost a whooping 53kg. The Thixo Onofefe rapper took to his Instagram page to share his weigh loss journey.

“Starting the year off on a lighter note, I’ve been locked in working on myself holistically and it feels amazing to see the results on my continued health journey. Losing 53kgs in one year is no easy feat, but I’ve unlocked a whole new level of mental fortitude and with the help of my amazing coach Jeremy Blasco, who has dedicated so much time to making sure I train at least six times a week and making sure my nutrition is next level fully natural, gratitude on the highest,” he penned.

Anatii shared that it feels good to finally be in control of his health, after struggling with weigh loss and fluctuations most of his life.

 

 

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Singer Loyiso Gijana, popularly known as Lloyiso, also took to his Instagram page to share his weight loss journey. He expressed that he never thought he would but he did, after losing weight in one year. His weight loss journey was met with applause and inspiration from his Instagram followers.

 

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Actress Gugu Gumede shocked many when she revealed her stunning body after shedding weight. Even though many voiced out that they liked the Uzalo actress more before she lost weight, Gugu continues to glow and thrive with her fabulous body on and off screens.

 

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Actress Vele Manenje shared that she took a decision to change her life when she realised that her ankles, knees and back could not carry her weight anymore. The Skeem Saam actress shared that she went to consult with a surgeon, and they suggested a gastric balloon to assist with shedding weight while she was seeing a dietitian.

 

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DJ and music producer Ashley Raphala, popular as DJ Shimza, also shared pictures of his weight loss journey on social media, sparking public debate about the use of Ozempic.

 

 

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Also see: ‘You can do it too’ – Anatii on his inspiring weight loss journey

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