Today we’d like to introduce you to Ebony White.
Hi Ebony, thanks for sharing your story with us. To start, maybe you can tell our readers some of your backstory.
My story is really one of reinvention, confidence, and learning to show up for myself in every season of life.
By day, I’m a regulatory professional in the oil and gas industry with over 15 years of experience. I’ve also spent years as an entrepreneur, building a business in the event industry. But outside of my professional accomplishments, I’ve been navigating a very personal journey of rediscovering myself, prioritizing my health, and becoming more intentional about the life I want to live.
At my highest weight, I weighed 410 pounds. For a long time, I viewed wellness as something I needed to work toward before I could fully participate in it. There was always this idea that I needed to lose more weight, become more fit, or look a certain way before I could comfortably walk into certain spaces.
Eventually, my mindset shifted. I realized I didn’t need to wait until I reached a particular number on the scale to enjoy my life, try something new, or take up space.
That’s really where Eb Latrice, my wellness content creator identity, began to take shape.
I started exploring different forms of movement, particularly Pilates, strength training, and group fitness. I began attending outdoor Pilates events around Houston, walking into studios where I was often the biggest woman in the room, and documenting those experiences along the way.
And something interesting happened. The more I showed up, the more I realized that my presence mattered. Not because I was doing everything perfectly, but because I was doing it at all.
I started thinking about the women who might be sitting at home wondering whether someone their size could participate in Pilates, whether they’d be comfortable in a fitness studio, or whether there was activewear that would actually support their bodies during a workout.
I wanted to become the woman I would’ve appreciated seeing when I first started.
Today, I’m building a wellness platform centered on representation, honest experiences, and making movement feel more accessible to women who have historically been overlooked in these spaces. I share everything from my experiences at Houston wellness events to Pilates classes, activewear reviews, and the realities of navigating fitness in a plus-size body.
I’m not a fitness instructor, and I’m not presenting myself as someone who has figured it all out. I’m simply a woman in her 40s who decided that her current body deserves the same experiences, opportunities, and joy as any future version of herself.
If there’s one thing I hope women take away from my journey, it’s that you don’t have to wait until you’re smaller, younger, or more confident to start living.
Sometimes confidence comes after you show up.
And that’s exactly what I’m doing.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
Absolutely not, and I think that’s what makes this journey so meaningful.
One of my biggest struggles has been learning to get out of my own way. When you’ve spent a significant portion of your life in a larger body, you become very aware of how much space you occupy, both physically and socially. You start questioning whether certain experiences are meant for you, whether you’ll be comfortable, or whether people will judge you simply for showing up.
For me, the physical challenges of wellness have sometimes been easier to navigate than the mental ones.
Walking into a Pilates class or a fitness studio as a woman who weighs over 300 pounds takes a different kind of courage. There’s the uncertainty of whether you’ll be able to perform the movements, whether the equipment will accommodate your body, and whether you’ll feel welcomed in the space.
And then there’s the representation piece. When I started looking for women who looked like me participating in Pilates and other boutique fitness experiences, I didn’t see nearly enough of us. Particularly women over 40 in larger bodies who were actively participating in these spaces, rather than simply documenting weight loss.
Another challenge has been allowing myself to be a beginner. Professionally, I’ve spent more than 15 years building expertise and becoming someone people look to for answers. In wellness, I’m learning something completely new. Sometimes I struggle through movements, need modifications, or have to remind myself that progress doesn’t have to look like perfection.
I’ve also learned that not every wellness space is as welcoming or inclusive as it presents itself to be. I’ve attended events where the experience didn’t necessarily account for the comfort or needs of participants, and those moments have reinforced why sharing honest experiences is so important to me.
But perhaps the biggest challenge has been changing the way I see myself.
I had to stop treating my current body as a temporary version of myself that didn’t deserve to enjoy life until I reached a goal weight.
Today, I still have challenges. I’m still learning, still working toward my health goals, and still navigating moments of discomfort. The difference is that I no longer allow those things to determine whether I participate.
I’ve learned that being the biggest woman in the room doesn’t mean I don’t belong in the room.
And if sharing my experiences gives another woman the confidence to walk into her first class, wear the outfit she’s been saving, or try something she’s been putting off, then every uncomfortable moment has been worth it.
As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about what you do?
By profession, I’m a regulatory leader in the oil and gas industry, but outside of my corporate career, I’m the creator behind Eb Latrice, a growing wellness and lifestyle platform based in Houston, Texas.
My content focuses on navigating wellness as a plus-size woman in her 40s, with a particular emphasis on Pilates, group fitness, activewear, and wellness experiences throughout Houston.
I like to describe myself as the big sister who goes first so other women know what to expect.
Whether I’m attending a Pilates event, trying a new fitness studio, taking a challenging Solidcore class, or testing activewear, I’m documenting the experience from the perspective of someone whose body isn’t always considered in traditional wellness marketing.
I’m intentional about sharing more than aesthetically pleasing workout videos. I want women to know what the experience is actually like. Is the environment welcoming? Are modifications available? Is the equipment comfortable for larger bodies? Does the activewear stay in place during an actual workout? Would I spend my money on that experience again?
These are the questions I want answered before trying something new, and I know I’m not the only one.
What sets my platform apart is that I’m not approaching wellness as an expert who has all the answers. I’m actively participating, learning, and sharing what I discover along the way. I’m not waiting until I reach my goal weight to establish myself in wellness spaces, and I’m not presenting weight loss as a prerequisite for enjoying movement.
I’m also very intentional about authenticity. I purchase tickets to wellness events, invest in fitness memberships, and buy the activewear I review. That gives me the freedom to share my experiences honestly, including the ones that don’t meet my expectations. I believe women deserve genuine information, not just beautiful marketing.
What I’m most proud of is the confidence I’ve developed to show up consistently, even when I’m uncomfortable or unsure of myself. I’ve gone from questioning whether I belonged in certain fitness spaces to walking into them knowing that I have every right to be there.
I’m equally proud that I’m creating the kind of representation I once searched for myself.
My goal isn’t to become the face of weight loss. I want to be part of changing the visual narrative of wellness. I want brands, studios, and event organizers to recognize that plus-size women aren’t just aspiring to participate in wellness. We’re already here. We’re purchasing memberships, investing in quality activewear, attending events, and building healthier lifestyles.
And we deserve to be seen, considered, and represented.
Ultimately, I want women who encounter my content to feel a little more prepared, a little less intimidated, and a lot more confident about trying something new.
Because wellness doesn’t have a dress size, and neither does belonging.
What does success mean to you?
My definition of success has evolved tremendously over the years.
Earlier in my life, I measured success by traditional milestones: career advancement, financial stability, professional recognition, and the ability to provide a comfortable life for myself. And while those things are still important to me, I’ve learned that success is so much bigger than what you accomplish on paper.
Today, I define success as having the freedom to live life on my own terms, the confidence to pursue things that genuinely make me happy, and the courage to try something new without needing to be perfect at it.
For a long time, I viewed certain experiences as rewards for becoming a future version of myself. I would tell myself that I’d do something once I lost more weight, reached a particular milestone, or felt more confident. What I’ve learned is that life doesn’t have to be postponed while you’re working toward your goals.
Success for me is walking into a Pilates studio where I’m the biggest woman in the room and feeling like I belong. It’s completing a challenging workout that I once thought was beyond my capabilities. It’s having the financial independence to invest in experiences that bring me joy. And it’s being comfortable enough with myself to share those experiences publicly, even when they aren’t picture-perfect.
As a content creator, I don’t measure success solely by followers, views, or brand partnerships. Of course, I’d love to see my platform grow, but what matters most is creating something meaningful. If one woman watches my content and decides to book her first Pilates class, purchase the workout outfit she’s been hesitant to wear, or simply stop waiting until she’s smaller to enjoy her life, I consider that a success.
I’m proud of the professional life I’ve built, but I’m equally proud of the woman I’m becoming outside of my career.
At 42, I’m learning that success isn’t always about achieving more. Sometimes it’s about giving yourself permission to enjoy everything you’ve already worked for.
For me, success is building a life that I don’t feel the need to escape from, in a body that I no longer feel the need to apologize for.
Contact Info:
- Instagram: @iameblatrice
