Zondwa Kula's 203-Pound Weight Loss Transformation

Zondwa Kula lost 203 pounds using six weightlifting moves in 17 months.

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Oct 14, 2026

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Zondwa Kula's 203-Pound Weight Loss Transformation

Zondwa Kula lost 203 pounds using six weightlifting moves in 17 months.

In brief

Zondwa Kula lost 203 pounds using six weightlifting moves in 17 months. Zondwa Kula lost 203 pounds by lifting weights and tracking food, now at 185 pounds with 6% body fat. Originally reported by Men's Health.

My Weight Problem

Zondwa Kula, 43, an auditor in London, struggled to lose weight for years.

The Tipping Point

He weighed 388 pounds before a business trip in Egypt, needing a bigger wardrobe.

Six Weightlifting Moves

Six Weightlifting Moves

Zondwa Kula uses hack squat, pendulum, bench press, incline bench press, romanian deadlift, and bulgarian split squat.

My Lifting Progress

He lifted 374 pounds in hack squats, 176 pounds in bench presses, and 136 pounds in bulgarian split squats.

Food Changes

Zondwa Kula cut sugar, ate 160-170 grams of protein daily, and tracked meals with an app.

The Result

The Result

He lost 203 pounds, reducing body fat from 42% to 6% in 17 months.

Current Routine

Zondwa Kula maintains weight with 2,500 calories daily, runs, and logs food.

Family Impact

His daughters call him their 'muscly daddy' after his transformation.

What's Next

What's Next

Zondwa Kula may consider surgery for loose skin but is proud of his results now.

What to remember

Zondwa Kula lost 203 pounds by lifting weights and tracking food, now at 185 pounds with 6% body fat.

Read the original on Men's Health

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