NeNe Leakes has never been one to be shy about her weight. The 5-10 former model may not be runway thin anymore but she’s proudly flaunted her curves on camera ever since gaining stardom on “The Real Housewives of Atlanta.” However, for her recent remarriage to her ex-husband, Gregg Leakes, NeNe decided to shed a few pounds for the occasion and ended up losing more weight than she bargained for – about 20 lbs.
“I only wanted to lose five or 10 pounds. I like being a curvy girl,” NeNe said in a new interview with Life & Style Weekly.
According to the “I Dream Of NeNe” star, she lost the weight by cutting out soda and late-night eating. But before she knew it, she’d lost well beyond the 10 pounds she originally wanted to lose. However, NeNe claims that she has no intention of becoming a hardcore dieter who can’t enjoy food.
“I’m not trying to starve myself. I love food! I didn’t count calories or carbs,” she insists. “Counting doesn’t get me anywhere. I do portion control when trying to lose weight. Eat less, move more.”
Part of moving more was hitting the gym with Tammy Stokes, author of Live Your Healthiest Life, for interval training and yoga. However, NeNe also claims she stayed active by playing around with her 16-month-old granddaughter, Bri’Asia.
“I feel so much lighter,” she said, “like I’m floating!”
Well, we congratulate NeNe on getting healthier for both herself and her wedding. And she’s not alone. Check out some other famous celebs who got fit and healthy below. – nicholas robinson
