Plus-size men and women talk about experiencing weight stigma at the gym. (Photo illustration: Yahoo News; photos: Getty Images) After a car accident, Mandy Smith had to take a year off from exercise.

Let’s be clear: Black women have always set the standard in the fashion and beauty industries. From the regal gold adornments of our African ancestors to the street style of the B-Girls of Brooklyn ...

Ashley Alexiss underwent a dramatic 100-lb. weight loss and tells PEOPLE how she's viewed differently amid the body transformation The plus-size model, who has worked with Sports Illustrated Swimsuit, ...

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Jorge Fuller shares his journey as a plus-size Black male model, changing Kansas City’s fashion with body positivity and inspiring self-expression. Jerome Hutchinson Editor's Note: This interview is ...

The model opens up about the emotional toll behind her transformation and how the skin-tightening treatment CellSound is helping get her confidence back Frazer Harrison/Getty; Ashley Alexiss/Instagram ...

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The rise of weight-loss drugs like Ozempic has not only changed the way individuals approach their health and weight management but is also having a significant impact on the fashion industry. As the ...

Southwest Airlines is tightening its refund policy for plus-size passengers who purchase an extra seat. Advocates expressed frustration, emphasizing the need for comfortable and safe air travel for ...