Rick Ross built a public persona around confidence. When his health gave out mid-flight, the consequences were immediate. That moment forced him to rethink what strength meant and what it would take to recover.
The Wake-Up Call
In 2011, Rick Ross suffered two seizures within six hours. One happened mid-flight and forced his private jet to make an emergency landing. At the time, he reportedly 350 pounds, slept just three hours a night, and was eating 24-ounce steaks a 4 a.m., according to PEOPLE. His doctor told him that if he did not change his lifestyle, he might not survive.
Building a Routine That Worked
Ross began working with a Reebok trainer and developed a CrossFit-inspired workout that he called “RossFit.” His routine includes a warm-up jog followed by five exercise stations such as deadlifts and pushups. He trains for 30 minutes, four days a week. He also started working out with friends to stay motivated.
According to XXL, Ross told Men’s Health, “I’m happy. I’m still losing weight, and now I’m starting to build hard muscle in places.”
Ross didn’t cut everything out at once. He knew that quitting all the foods he loved would only backfire, so he made gradual changes instead. That approach helped him stick with it and avoid falling back into old habits.
Eating With Intention
Ross did not eliminate fast food entirely. He told PEOPLE that he still eats at places like Checkers and Wingstop, but only between noon and 5 p.m., and only two or three days a week. The rest of the time, he works with a chef to prepare meals that are healthy and satisfying.
“My advice for anyone looking to lose weight is to not make it feel like a job,” he said. “You’ve got to enjoy it.”
Sleep became a priority as well. Ross realized that rest was just as important as food and movement, especially after years of pushing through exhaustion.
By 2025, Ross has maintained a weight loss of at least 75 pounds. Some estimates place the total closer to 100. He continues to train, eat intentionally, and speak publicly about the importance of health. His transformation has sparked broader conversations about wellness among Black men, especially in communities where structural barriers delay diagnosis and treatment.
Ross’s journey began with fear and moved through trial and error. He didn’t set out to meet a goal on the scale. He focused on building a routine that felt possible. Over time, that routine became a life that supports him and it’s still unfolding.
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Rapper Rick Ross Reveals How He Lost 75 Lbs. to Save His Life After His Seizures
Rick Ross Reveals How Much Weight He Lost to Avoid Seizures
