Gina Carano has lost 100 pounds ahead of her fight against Ronda Rousey, weighing in at 141.4 pounds. She shared her emotional journey on social media, highlighting her struggles and determination to regain her athleticism.
Key points
Gina Carano lost 100 pounds for her upcoming fight
She weighs in at 141.4 pounds
Carano shared her emotional journey on social media
She faced health issues, including being pre-diabetic
The weight loss journey involved significant challenges
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Gina Carano emotionally reveals 100 lb. weight loss ahead of Rousey fight: 'Never give up'
And apparently, it meant so much to her, as she revealed in a lengthy, emotional post on social media. She said she's lost 100 pounds to get to this point and that "it did not happen overnight."
"I was pre-diabetic, had trouble simply walking in September 2024 and have been on the path to recovery to turn myself back into an athlete since then," she wrote. "It was hard, SO damn hard.. there was so much to learn, too much to unpack here, ups, downs, plateaus, things I learned late I wish I learned earlier, trial by error but I did it."
"Believe there is hope," she added. "Never give up."
Ronda Rousey (L) and Gina Carano (R) face off in front of Jake Paul (C) during the Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) and Netflix 5X5 Professional MMA bound pre-fight press conference outside the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California on March 10, 2026. Rousey will face Carano on May 16, 2026. Both fighters will be returning after lengthy retirements.
(L/R) Nakisa Bidarian, CEO of Most Valuable Promotions, Cameroonian-French Francis Ngannou, Ronda Rousey, Gina Carano, Brazilian Philipe Lins, and Jake Paul stand on stage during the Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) and Netflix 5X5 Professional MMA bound pre-fight press conference outside the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California on March 10, 2026. Rousey will face Carano on May 16, 2026. Both fighters will be returning after lengthy retirements. Ngannou will face Lins in the undercard match.
Q&A
How much weight did Gina Carano lose before her fight with Ronda Rousey?
Gina Carano lost 100 pounds ahead of her fight with Ronda Rousey.
What was Gina Carano's weight before her weight loss journey?
Before her weight loss journey, Gina Carano was pre-diabetic and had difficulty walking in September 2024.
What does Gina Carano say about her weight loss journey?
Gina Carano described her weight loss journey as hard and filled with ups and downs, emphasizing that it did not happen overnight.
When is Gina Carano's fight against Ronda Rousey scheduled?
Gina Carano's fight against Ronda Rousey is scheduled for Saturday night.
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Gina Carano speaks during the Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) and Netflix 5X5 Professional MMA bound pre-fight press conference outside the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California, on March 10, 2026. Rhonda Rousey will face off against Gina Carano on May 16, 2026. Both fighters will be returning after lengthy retirements.
Ronda Rousey speaks during the Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) and Netflix 5X5 Professional MMA bound pre-fight press conference outside the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California, on March 10, 2026. Rhonda Rousey will face off against Gina Carano on May 16, 2026. Both fighters will be returning after lengthy retirements.
INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 10: (L-R) Ronda Rousey, Jake Paul, and Gina Carano pose onstage during Netflix's Ronda Rousey x Gina Carano Los Angeles MMA Press Conference at Intuit Dome on March 10, 2026 in Inglewood, California.
INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 10: Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano face off during Netflix's Ronda Rousey x Gina Carano Los Angeles MMA Press Conference at Intuit Dome on March 10, 2026 in Inglewood, California.
Mar 10, 2026; Inglewood, California, United States; Ronda Rousey (left), Jake Paul (center) and Gina Carano pose at a press conference for their upcoming MMA featherweight bout at Intuit Dome.
Mar 10, 2026; Inglewood, California, United States; Ronda Rousey (left) and Gina Carano pose at a press conference for their upcoming MMA featherweight bout at Intuit Dome.
Mar 10, 2026; Inglewood, California, United States; Ronda Rousey (left), Jake Paul (center) and Gina Carano pose at a press conference for their upcoming MMA featherweight bout at Intuit Dome.
Mar 10, 2026; Inglewood, California, United States; Ronda Rousey (left) and Gina Carano (right) face off as Jake Paul (center) watches at a press conference for their upcoming MMA featherweight bout at Intuit Dome.
Ronda Rousey (L) and Gina Carano hug during the Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) and Netflix 5X5 Professional MMA bound pre-fight press conference outside the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California on March 10, 2026. Rousey will face Carano on May 16, 2026. Both fighters will be returning after lengthy retirements.
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Ronda Rousey (L) and Gina Carano (R) face off in front of Jake Paul (C) during the Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) and Netflix 5X5 Professional MMA bound pre-fight press conference outside the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California on March 10, 2026. Rousey will face Carano on May 16, 2026. Both fighters will be returning after lengthy retirements.
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Ronda Rousey (L) and Gina Carano (R) face off in front of Jake Paul (C) during the Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) and Netflix 5X5 Professional MMA bound pre-fight press conference outside the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California on March 10, 2026. Rousey will face Carano on May 16, 2026. Both fighters will be returning after lengthy retirements.
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(L/R) Nakisa Bidarian, CEO of Most Valuable Promotions, Cameroonian-French Francis Ngannou, Ronda Rousey, Gina Carano, Brazilian Philipe Lins, and Jake Paul stand on stage during the Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) and Netflix 5X5 Professional MMA bound pre-fight press conference outside the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California on March 10, 2026. Rousey will face Carano on May 16, 2026. Both fighters will be returning after lengthy retirements. Ngannou will face Lins in the undercard match.
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Gina Carano speaks during the Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) and Netflix 5X5 Professional MMA bound pre-fight press conference outside the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California, on March 10, 2026. Rhonda Rousey will face off against Gina Carano on May 16, 2026. Both fighters will be returning after lengthy retirements.
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Ronda Rousey speaks during the Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) and Netflix 5X5 Professional MMA bound pre-fight press conference outside the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California, on March 10, 2026. Rhonda Rousey will face off against Gina Carano on May 16, 2026. Both fighters will be returning after lengthy retirements.
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INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 10: (L-R) Ronda Rousey, Jake Paul, and Gina Carano pose onstage during Netflix's Ronda Rousey x Gina Carano Los Angeles MMA Press Conference at Intuit Dome on March 10, 2026 in Inglewood, California.
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INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 10: Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano face off during Netflix's Ronda Rousey x Gina Carano Los Angeles MMA Press Conference at Intuit Dome on March 10, 2026 in Inglewood, California.
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Mar 10, 2026; Inglewood, California, United States; Ronda Rousey (left), Jake Paul (center) and Gina Carano pose at a press conference for their upcoming MMA featherweight bout at Intuit Dome.
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11 Gina Carano and Ronda Rousey photos from MMA fight press conference
Mar 10, 2026; Inglewood, California, United States; Ronda Rousey (left) and Gina Carano pose at a press conference for their upcoming MMA featherweight bout at Intuit Dome.
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11 Gina Carano and Ronda Rousey photos from MMA fight press conference
Mar 10, 2026; Inglewood, California, United States; Ronda Rousey (left), Jake Paul (center) and Gina Carano pose at a press conference for their upcoming MMA featherweight bout at Intuit Dome.
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11 Gina Carano and Ronda Rousey photos from MMA fight press conference
Mar 10, 2026; Inglewood, California, United States; Ronda Rousey (left) and Gina Carano (right) face off as Jake Paul (center) watches at a press conference for their upcoming MMA featherweight bout at Intuit Dome.
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Ronda Rousey (L) and Gina Carano hug during the Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) and Netflix 5X5 Professional MMA bound pre-fight press conference outside the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California on March 10, 2026. Rousey will face Carano on May 16, 2026. Both fighters will be returning after lengthy retirements.
