Jelly Roll opens up about losing 110 pounds after ditching tour culture of ‘alcohol and drugs’

Jelly Roll opens up about losing 110 pounds after ditching tour culture of 'alcohol and drugs'

As a dedicated follower, witnessing Jelly Roll’s inspiring transformation is like watching a phoenix rise from the ashes. His 110-pound weight loss journey is not just a physical metamorphosis but a testament to his resilience and determination.


Jelly Roll openly discusses his remarkable weight reduction journey, along with his struggle against food dependency.

The musician has overhauled his lifestyle and dropped an impressive 110 pounds this past year.

In an interview with People, the 39-year-old shared his journey from a lifestyle centered around alcohol and drugs to one focused on physical fitness and better food choices.

On the magazine’s cover is Jelly, a man who feels he’s shed approximately 60-70 pounds all by himself ever since the commencement of his Beautifully Broken tour in August.

He’s recently shared insights into his fitness routine while traveling, a shift away from his former lifestyle heavily centered around partying.

The musician has reassessed his relationship with food – and is now reaping the benefits.

Jelly Roll opens up about losing 110 pounds after ditching tour culture of 'alcohol and drugs'

Jelly Roll opens up about losing 110 pounds after ditching tour culture of 'alcohol and drugs'

He confided in the magazine that his struggle had been against food addiction, and it’s taken 39 years for him to change his perspective on food.

I’ve always struggled with maintaining a balanced approach towards food, which made things tough initially. However, when you embrace the self-discipline and dedication, it feels as if a snowball effect kicks in. Once I initiated this small change, it gathered momentum and continued on its own.

Every day while on tour, Jelly and his group engage in a game of basketball, and he places great emphasis on maintaining a balanced diet and regular physical activity, making healthful choices a top priority for him during this period.

He mentioned that it’s impressive because, at one point in his life, the atmosphere I established during tours was completely different. Instead, it centered around substance use such as alcohol and drugs.

Our cultural tour focus revolves around enjoying nutritious meals, regular physical activities, and daily emotional wellness checks with our team members.

The star said his food addiction began as a child, but he has since developed the ‘discipline’ and ‘commitment’ to begin a new path. 

Last month, the country star opened up about his physical transformation in an Instagram video while detailing his diet and grueling exercise routine ahead of his Beautifully Broken Tour.

To slim down, the two-time Grammy nominee took up boxing, basketball and walking arenas.

He stated, “Next year, when you encounter me again, I may be unrecognizable. I intend to subject myself to an amount of weight training that I haven’t experienced before.

Jelly Roll opens up about losing 110 pounds after ditching tour culture of 'alcohol and drugs'
Jelly Roll opens up about losing 110 pounds after ditching tour culture of 'alcohol and drugs'
Jelly Roll opens up about losing 110 pounds after ditching tour culture of 'alcohol and drugs'

He continued: ‘When I see y’all in March for Canada, dawg, y’all aren’t gonna recognize me.’

In the same audio clip, Ian Larios, who is known for cooking for the hitmaker who is also a Son of a Sinner, mentioned that his client has a preference for a particular pre-performance snack – a banana drizzled with Manuka honey, sweetened with stevia, and garnished with dark chocolate shavings.

Following his performance, Jelly relishes a healthier version of Nashville hot chicken, prepared by the nutritionist who removes both the oil and the breading from it.

Later, the chicken is accompanied by crispy French fries dusted with seasoned breadcrumbs, enhancing its protein content and providing a delightful crunchy texture as they are air-fried.

In essence, it gives the impression that you’re enjoying a comforting plate of Nashville’s deep-fried hot chicken, but from home. However, it’s actually healthier as it’s air-fried. It’s packed with protein and aids in maintaining a balanced diet.

Larios raved: ‘That 100-pound weight loss goal from last tour is huge.’

In April, the singer, known as Jason Bradley DeFord, confessed that he had been making significant progress in his endeavor to shed pounds, stating that he had been doing quite well in this regard.

Jelly Roll opens up about losing 110 pounds after ditching tour culture of 'alcohol and drugs'

He shared with People that he’s lost around 70 pounds and has been putting in a lot of effort. He’s been very active, walking 2 to 3 miles a day, for 4 to 6 days a week. Additionally, he spends 20 to 30 minutes in the sauna and takes a 6-minute cold plunge daily. At present, his diet is healthy.

In his subsequent remarks, the individual referred to as Save Me expressed satisfaction with his current weight loss progress, but added that he intends to shed another approximately 100 pounds.

As I continue to lose weight and feel this amazing right now, I can’t help but envision how fantastic I’ll feel when I embark on my tour.

Jelly has been traveling across the nation for the Beautifully Broken Tour, sharing stages with Warren Zeiders and Alexandra Kay. This tour launched in August.

For the last year, Jelly attributes his improved mental state to his wife Bunnie XO (also recognized as Alyssa DeFord), who has stood by him, providing constant support and encouragement throughout.

In 2015, they crossed paths for the first time at a concert of his held in Las Vegas. A year later, they exchanged wedding vows, with his two children standing by their side.

In addition, Jelly takes on the role of a loving parent to his teenage daughter Bailee, aged 15, and his younger son Noah, who’s seven years old. Both children come from earlier relationships he has been in.

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2024-11-20 19:34

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