The TLC reality star shared a video of her weight loss on her two-year journey to better health with her Instagram followers.
Jazz Jennings proves that hard work and consistency pay off.
Jennings took to Instagram to show her followers how she lost nearly 100 pounds with a new video. The video shows Jennings at the beginning of her journey and where she is now.
In the short clip, the 23-year-old transgender activist is seen struggling to run and exercise, and even appears to be in pain. Two years later, Jennings has not only lost weight, but is doing all the exercises she couldn’t do – and more – with ease.
“Two years later and almost 100 pounds lighter! I am so proud of my progress and want to thank my family, friends and everyone who has supported me along the way! Good health is not a certificate to show, it is a constant effort!” she wrote.
And while she’s pleased with the progress she’s made, Jennings said she still has “room for improvement” but is “more motivated and inspired than she’s been in years” to keep going.
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The I am Jazz The star’s post was met with love from her fans and followers in the comments, with one writing: “So proud of you! You look amazing!! Keep up the good work! ❤️ Keep doing the things that make you smile!🤗.”
“Get it girl!!!! You are incredible and unstoppable!!! ❤️🙌,” wrote another.
Jennings’ brother and mother also commented on the post. Sander, who has been training with his sister, wrote: “I’m so proud to be by your side every step of the way! You inspire me so much. Keep striving for your goals ❤️❤️❤️.”
Jazz’s mother Jeanette, meanwhile, commented: “Sooooooo proud of you! I love you so much. ❌⭕️❌⭕️.”
Jazz Jennings celebrates ‘trans joy’ in new swimsuit photos after weight loss
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Jennings recently gave fans a glimpse into their progress in Junewhile sharing new swimsuit photos on Instagram.
Jennings said she has lost a few pounds and feels more confident, adding that she now feels “trans and excited” and feels “free” when she wears swimsuits without a cover-up.
In the photos, Jennings posed poolside in a colorful printed swimsuit that accentuated her curves.
“✨To me, #TransJoy means wearing a swimsuit with confidence,” she began in the post’s caption.
“Many transgender people feel unsafe going to the pool or beach, primarily due to body dysphoria,” she continued. “Swimsuits, which are often revealing, can increase discomfort and fear about our bodies. In addition, wearing a swimsuit can be emotionally distressing due to societal pressures and beauty ideals.”
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The YouTube personality added: “I used to wear shorts or skirts to cover my genitals. However, I always wanted to wear bikini bottoms or one-pieces without covering anything and without experiencing dysphoria. The freedom I feel when I can wear normal panties without self-consciousness has increased my confidence tremendously.”
Jennings, who spoke openly about her weight loss journey after battling binge eating disorder (BED), ended her post with a positive message to her followers, urging them to “love yourself just the way you are.”
