Farah Victoria’s 135-Pound Weight Loss Journey: 5 Years of Strength, Surgery & Self-Discovery

When Farah Victoria graduated high school, life felt effortless. She could eat what she wanted without gaining weight. But by 18, everything shifted. Late-night takeout, dating, and high-calorie meals became part of her daily routine and so did weight gain.

Then came a relationship that damaged more than her confidence. She was given a “weight limit” and told she had to wear makeup to be worthy of being seen. The emotional scars lasted long after the relationship ended.

Years later, she found love again real love. But comfort brought “happy weight.” Health challenges and diet plans came and went, often followed by excuses to cheat. When that four-year relationship ended, Farah knew something had to change.

By then, her body was exhausted. She felt swollen, discouraged, and stuck. She tried everything programs, trainers, intense gym schedules but nothing created lasting results.

Then came the wake-up call: five broken bones in her left foot, worsened by her weight. It was painful physically and emotionally but it forced her to confront reality.

The Decision That Changed Everything

One day, she sat down with her mom. They both said the same word at the same time: surgery.

In June 2020, weighing 315 pounds, Farah chose to undergo gastric sleeve surgery. She paid out of pocket, determined to reclaim her health.

The weight came off slowly at first, then stalled. In February 2022, she underwent a revision to gastric bypass to continue her progress.

But the journey wasn’t smooth. She began experiencing blood-sugar episodes—shaking hands, racing heart. Her doctor prescribed Ozempic to stabilize her blood sugar, which also supported her continued weight loss.

When the Weight Comes Off, the Work Begins

Like many people, Farah believed losing the weight would automatically bring confidence and self-love.

It didn’t.

Even as her clothing sizes dropped, her mind hadn’t caught up. She instinctively reached for clothes that were too big. Compliments felt distant. The reflection in the mirror didn’t always match reality.

“Even though the number changed,” Farah says, “it took time for my mind to catch up. I had to learn to see the person I’d become.”

Loose skin. New curves. A different shape than she expected.

That’s when she realized: perfection was never the goal. Acceptance was.

The Hardest Transformation: Mindset

The physical change was demanding. The mental change was relentless.

Cravings didn’t disappear overnight. Emotional eating habits didn’t vanish. She had to rebuild her relationship with food from the inside out.

And perhaps the biggest lesson of all there is no finish line.

Maintenance isn’t coasting. It’s intentional. It’s daily decisions. It’s protecting progress with the same effort it took to create it.

“There are still days I see the old version of me,” Farah admits. “But now I remind myself how far I’ve come. I deserve kindness from myself most of all.”

Five Years Later

On June 23, 2025 five years after surgery Farah reached her goal weight of 185 pounds.

Did it happen quickly? No.
Was it linear? Not even close.
Is it perfect? Absolutely not.

But today, she eats smarter, limits carbs to once or twice a week, and continues strengthening both her body and her mindset.

Her journey isn’t flawless. It’s real.

Farah’s Message to Anyone Struggling

“If you’re struggling, don’t lose hope. It’s never too late to take control of your health and happiness. Whether your path includes surgery, medication, or something entirely different do what works for you.

Your journey is valid. Your timeline is your own. Celebrate the non-scale victories, and above all, be kind to yourself along the way.”

Keep going. It’s worth it.