Models who gained weight share before and after photos to promote self-love (2023)

It's common for people to share their body's journey through #TransformationTuesday posts, but some domodelsbring back the hashtag with a body positive message.

Instead of sharing how they lostWeight, these models share how weight gain has not only transformed their bodies but also helped their emotional health.

Take a look at her inspirational messages and transformations.

"I had so many insecurities, compared myself to other women and had no confidence."

“I now know that my body is my own and therefore totally imperfect and my home to be cherished. I am grateful to be here and to share my story when too many lives are being lost to this mental illness.”

Allison Kimmey shared an important message of self-love and acceptance with her Instagram followers along with these before and after beach photos. This post proves that every body is a bikini body!

"And there's something you need to know: no matter how much you change: your circumstances, your body, your finances, your job, your relationship status: you're worth joy, love, opportunity, and probably the most important and least important things." received: RESPECT," he said in an Instagram post.

For National Eating Disorders Awareness Week, model and athlete Dana brought along her nearly 350,000 followerssharehis story: “I know some people don't understand what people are fighting for or what it's like to have erectile dysfunction or deal with any kind of mental illness. I'm telling you from experience, there's nothing like feeling completely out of control of yourself and your mind, or with an ED trying to regain some semblance of control in small ways."

She continued: "Health is not something superficial or defined by your size. I want you to know that this journey isn't perfect. When you recover and fight, you are not alone.”

He concluded: “Your weight, your body, your trauma must NOT define you or the life you live. You are stronger and braver than you could ever imagine and you can overcome anything. Your worth and beauty are undefined. for something superficial".

"Healthy body image, 50 pounds and 2 double D's later! I had 170 left, now 220, and I can't believe how much I hated the way I looked 10 years ago," she said.wrote.

This British babe has always been an inspiration to thousandsExchangeher path to recovery from anorexia: “DO WHAT YOU FEAR AND MAKE THE BEST OF IT. My pre-eating recovery pics aren't shocking, you can't see my ribs, I don't look skeletal, just miserable."

"I've had problems with my joints from nutrient deficiencies, tachycardia, fainting spells and fainting spells."

"I may have gained weight, but I'm HAPPY. Never underestimate the importance of mental health.”

"No, I just stopped torturing myself every day for not fitting into a picture that I was never meant to be," she explained.

Former bodybuilder Jolene Jones realized she wasn't happy. she wrote inFacebook, "A six-pack didn't make me happy. I was never enough and always had to improve.”

"Your courage and joy are not weighed by what you can lift or what the scales say," he continued. Happiness is the most important thing!

Maggie Greene said she gained 30 to 35 pounds over the course of two years, but her body transformation was also emotional.

Jovana's experience of first losing weight and then gaining weight was a journey that included healthy methods and extremely unhealthy methods.

"I didn't take any drastic action until I realized I was starting it. I lost most of my weight in a controlled and sustainable way... until I became addicted to what losing 100 pounds sounded like and me longed for more."

"And realizing that my health means so much more than just being physically fit was a huge wake-up call."

While preparing for New York Fashion Week, Liza passed out from eating too little to achieve a super skinny physique. Since then, she started eating right and has embraced her body's natural and healthy weight gain.

“Healthy looks different for everyone and it's important to embrace your own shape and size. You will be so much happier!” shesayingin an Instagram post.

"I am grateful to walk in the truth and to know that my weight and shape do not determine my worth as a person."

Charli Howard brought much needed attention to eating disorders and the negative impact they have on people's mental and physical health.

In an Instagram post, he wrote a heartfelt message about his struggle and transformation.

That year, Nathalia celebrated three full years of recovery: "No matter where you are in your journey...love your body today! There's no excuse for not being comfortable in our own bodies."

Model and fitness influencer Maeve Madden shared her photo of gaining weight with a reminder that gaining weight can actually help you achieve your fitness goals and in turn makes you stronger.

She continued, "Maybe you would think twice before commenting on someone else's weight.

Amy's transformation happened through both her body and her behavior. She wrote in an Instagram post that it's over.manyphases, but eventually ended up lifting weights as a consolation.

"I get a lot of questions here from people asking me for advice on how to gain weight and the simple answer is eat more, lift more weights, sleep more.

Victoria battled anorexia before turning to bikini competitions, which focused not only on her body but also on her food and any change in her body fat. He worked hard to change his relationship with food, health and his body.

"I've learned that a bad relationship with food has nothing to do with food, you always have to look a little deeper."

He concluded, "Trust your mind and body to align and lead you to make the right decisions in the moment."

A former Victoria's Secret angel, Bridget's body has been the focus of her life since she was a child. But you recentlyOpenabout her struggle with body image and health.

"Basically, I didn't want a reference point from a time when I was smaller or bigger. I just wanted to stop looking in the mirror and telling myself I'm 'too fat' and 'not doing enough'."

“I have chosen to focus on the outside and ignore the big picture. I have chosen the path of the ego.There are far bigger fried fish in the world than the size of your thigh."

Model and fitness coach Emma O'Neillwrote, “I had such a lack of confidence and an unhealthy relationship with food. I NEVER imagined I could change my body (and my mind) the way I really did.”

"Sure, you have to work hard. But I promise you, you can always go wrong, eat the things you love, skip your workouts, and be a normal person too. fitness and_HealthIt should be a fun addition to your life rather than the whole thing."