There are 22K influencers with a reach over 20,000!Life Changing Motivator, Entrepreneur, Fitness Professional, Brand Ambassador, Influence, and Coach; Bakeisha has solidified herself as well-respected innovator in her field. Bakeisha McCall, better known as BK, was born in Albany, the Upstate section of New York.
After nearly losing the use of both of legs due to an accident in her early teens, BK spent most of her young adolescent years in doctor appointments and physical therapy. She had to endure multiple surgeries and even had to re-learn how to walk again. Determined to face her situation head on, BK remained positive and stood strong as she moved forward on her road to a full recovery.
Unfortunately there were many bumps on that road. She became a victim of bullying from classmates being tormented by horrible names like fat pig, hungry hungry hippo, Gimpy, girl with the limp, Cookie Monster, Food destroyer and the list goes on. The bullying caused BK to experience bouts of low self-esteem and depression resulting in two failed suicide attempts. When nothing else seemed to work, she turned to food for comfort increasing her weight drastically through the years.
BK spent many of her young adult years embracing, the “fat happy” girl facade. Using her large size and amazing personality to launch her local TV and Radio career. Following graduating high school, BK attended The College of Saint Rose and graduated with a Bachelor’s of Arts Degree.
In 2011 BK embarked on a journey to Hollywood, California in pursuit of a radio and television career in the Golden State. Her dreams were immediately dismissed by talent agencies that informed BK that she did not have the “appropriate” body structure to be “cast” due to her weight being at a whopping 410 pounds.
Following multiple failed attempts to lose weight, in 2016 BK was ready to change her life for the better to fully run her race and not feel like her weight was a hindrance in the pursuit of her dream. She enlisted a personal trainer who she felt comfortable working with, he put together workout plans that helped strengthen the legs she previously injured. She worked out twice a day and followed a strict meal plan, losing over 200 pounds in over a year.
Today, Bakeisha’s transparency and relentless efforts to motivate and encourage women and men all over the world has helped her generate an amazing following as she continues to advocate self-love, acceptance, and optimal health. BK is a Certified Personal Trainer, Health & Wellness Coach and a well-respected motivational speaker who continues to encourage her audience to overcome ANY adversity and pursue their dreams. Her company “Better Body By BK” encourages clients to use each day and every workout to make themselves better.
