FORMER Strictly Come Dancing star Oti Mabuse has opened up about her weight loss journey.
The professional dancer revealed she dropped four dress sizes - while admitting it's been one of the "toughest" experiences of her life.
Oti, 34, gave birth a year ago and also battles with gestational diabetes.
She took to social media sharing how her health concerns spurred her into action with seeking out a more active lifestyle.
"It wasn’t just about the number on the scale," Oti explained. "It was about feeling stronger, healthier, and more alive."
Starting her journey at a size 18, Oti has now slimmed down to a size 10, but she emphasized that this transformation was never about getting "skinny".
Instead, she focused on gaining strength, confidence, and creating a healthier lifestyle that felt sustainable.
The Dancing on Ice judge admitted that it wasn’t easy to break lifelong habits, try new foods, or push her body in ways she never had before.
But the hard work has paid off, and she’s thrilled with the results.
She told followers: "Wow. To see my body transform, not just in shape, but in how it feels... that’s a win every day.
"I’m proud of where I am, at whatever size, and I want every woman to feel that sense of pride too.
"This isn’t just my journey. It’s MY journey. I would love for you to come along with me—to feel empowered, to feel strong, and to live life fully!"
Oti invited fans to join her in celebrating health and vitality by attending her upcoming dance tour, Viva Carnival.
Followers flocked to praise the former Strictly pro, with one saying: "Some women take longer to get back in those jeans after having a baby, we are not all the same. You’ve done fantastic and you look gorgeous."
Another pointed out: "Your body grew a whole human!! You look amazing."
