Lizzo has always been an advocate for self-love and mental health, emphasizing the importance of feeling good not just physically, but mentally as well. In a heartfelt TikTok video from May 2023, she shared the transformative impact of exercise on her mental well-being. “Once I started working out for mental health, to have balanced mental health or endorphins, so that I don’t look at myself in the mirror and feel ashamed of myself, and feel disgusted with myself,” she explained, highlighting that her journey was about shifting her mindset rather than just focusing on her body.
A Journey of Intentional Change
In a follow-up TikTok from January 2025, Lizzo revealed that she was on an “intentional weight loss journey.” Her primary goal, she stated, was to become the best version of herself. While many may focus solely on weight, Lizzo appeared unconcerned with traditional metrics of health, acknowledging, “Even at the end of my weight loss journey, I’m not going to be considered thin by any means. I will still be considered morbidly obese on the BMI, and little bros on the internet are still going to call me ‘big backed.’ But I will be happy.”
Celebrating Progress and Setting New Goals
Lizzo’s positivity shone through as she revealed that her body fat had decreased by 16 percent and she’d lowered her Body Mass Index (BMI) by 10.5 points. “And I am happy,” she exclaimed in the same video, showcasing her accomplishments as proof of her hard work and determination.
In her conclusion, Lizzo emphasized the power of setting goals. “Let this be a reminder that you can do anything—anything—you set your mind to,” she encouraged her followers. “Now I guess it’s time to set new goals.”
