South African dance artist Tsekeleke has recommitted to his weight loss journey, and many of his fans are optimistic about his progress based on his latest video.
A recent clip featuring the award-winning influencer showed him participating in what fitness expert Mothusi Maepa confirmed to Briefly News was an aerobics session.
Twitter (X) user AyandaYandiey expressed her enthusiasm by sharing Tsekeleke’s video on 21 October 2025, convinced that he can achieve his weight loss goals if he remains dedicated.
“It’s not about speed. It’s about consistency. Slowly but surely, he’s getting there. I really hope he keeps up the energy and never gives up.”
While the video depicted Tsekeleke visibly exhausted and struggling to match the pace of the instructor and fellow participants, his evident determination resonated with many viewers.
Tsekeleke, whose real name is Mixon Tholo, was featured on the reality show, Lose It Or Lose Me, where he and others engaged in training programs aimed at weight loss.
Despite eliciting a variety of responses online, Tsekeleke’s journey to lose weight has inspired numerous individuals who admire him.
You can view Tsekeleke’s workout video here:
Mzansi’s response to Tsekeleke’s workout video
Fans of the well-known dancer expressed pride and conveyed messages of encouragement.
karenciagaa shared her motivation:
“This is motivational, let me get up and go to the gym! Dankie, Tsekeleke!”
cusImcoqueto commented:
“I’m just glad he’s trying to do something about it.”
TSHEPIMOKOENA8 stated:
“I’m so proud of Tsekeleke.”
Lukay_Tiger remarked:
“I’m so proud of him. Bathong, Tsekis! I hope he never gives up on himself!”
At the same time, the video received criticism from various viewers.
Previously, the dancer attracted negative comments after some users suggested he hadn’t lost any weight since starting on Lose It Or Lose Me. Opinions ranged from skepticism about his results to suggestions that he consider using Ozempic.
Am_Blujay expressed doubts:
“Bro has been in the gym for a year now, and nothing seems to change.”
Funky_MOG added:
“Good for his health, bad for his bag. Nobody is going to subscribe to a skinny ‘Tsekeleke.'”
TNkomo39869 chimed in:
“Give this man Ozempic, please, guys.”
NdouRocca concluded:
“After that, he is going to eat a full chicken by himself.”
