Serena Williams isn’t just known for her dominance on the tennis court—she’s now capturing attention with a refreshing openness about her health, her body, and her evolving confidence.
Recently, she shared a striking Instagram post, dressed in soft baby-blue satin lingerie, looking radiant and carefree.
Her caption read: “Dressed to the nines… and on cloud nine.”
But behind the glamour, Serena has been candid about a journey many women can relate to—finding peace with her body after years of ups, downs, and motherhood.
The Struggle After Motherhood
After welcoming her first daughter Olympia in 2017, Serena admits she faced battles that training alone couldn’t fix.
Despite hours of workouts and professional-level discipline, she found herself stuck at a weight she couldn’t push past.
When her second daughter, Adira, arrived in 2023, the frustration came back.
“I literally was playing professional tennis and couldn’t get my body to where it needed to be for my health,” Serena revealed.
“No matter how hard I worked, the number on the scale wouldn’t budge.”
Turning to Medical Support
This year, Serena opened up about taking a new approach: GLP-1 medication, a treatment designed to regulate blood sugar and support weight loss.
While hesitant at first, she partnered with healthcare company Ro, which offers GLP-1 prescriptions through telehealth.
Her decision wasn’t about taking the “easy way out.”
Serena emphasized, “I don’t believe in shortcuts. I did a lot of research before starting.
I needed help, and this was the right choice for me.”
Her husband, Alexis Ohanian—co-founder of Reddit—is also connected to Ro, serving on its board.
A Healthy Transformation
Since starting the treatment after finishing breastfeeding Adira, Serena has lost more than 31 pounds.
She says she feels lighter, stronger, and more energized:
“I just feel like I can do more. My joints don’t hurt as much, and I’m so much more active.
It feels good to have my body moving the way I want again.”
Her journey isn’t only about numbers on a scale—it’s about regaining confidence and enjoying life with her family.
Making a Bold Statement
On the same day she launched her campaign with Ro, Serena shared two bold looks with fans.
First, she stunned in a bright yellow swimsuit while posing in the water, captioned “Melanin mellow-yellow.”
Later, she was spotted on the streets of New York City in sleek gray attire, silver heels, and a Nike cap with the words “I’m on Ro.”
The message was clear: Serena is proud of her decision, and she wants others to know it’s okay to seek support.
Confidence Shines Through
If her Instagram feed is anything to go by, Serena is thriving.
Over the past year, she’s shared swimsuit and workout photos that showcase not just her sculpted abs and toned legs, but her self-love.
Whether in a gym outfit, a periwinkle bikini on a yacht, or a simple white two-piece while holding baby Adira, she radiates strength and grace.
She’s also been transparent about the emotional side of the journey: “I love that my body is not picture-perfect. I love that it changes, and that it has carried and nourished my children.
Self-love is essential, and I remind myself of that every day.”
What Is GLP-1?
GLP-1 medications are a class of treatments that help regulate blood sugar levels and, for some people, assist with weight loss.
They’re often prescribed for Type 2 diabetes but are increasingly used for obesity.
Typically, they’re given as weekly injections in areas such as the belly, thighs, or arms.
While they aren’t a one-size-fits-all solution, many—including Serena—have found them helpful when diet and exercise alone didn’t work.
A Message Beyond Weight Loss
Serena’s openness sends a powerful reminder: body transformations don’t happen the same way for everyone.
Even the most disciplined athletes sometimes need extra support.
What matters most, she says, is embracing every version of yourself along the way.
“I just feel good,” she shared.
“It’s about energy, about being present with my family, and about loving the skin I’m in.”