Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · September 25, 2025 · Entertainment

Bella Hadid's Inspiring Comeback: Gym Days After Lyme Disease Battle

Bella Hadid shared an encouraging health update on Wednesday amid her 13-year battle with chronic neurological Lyme disease (pictured May 16)

Bella Hadid Battles Lyme Disease: A 13-Year Fight for Life

The fashion world has been buzzing with news of Bella Hadid's ongoing battle against chronic neurological Lyme disease, a condition that has left her in a constant fight for recovery. The stunning model, set to turn 29 in two weeks, has been sharing updates on her health journey, giving fans a glimpse into the grueling process of overcoming this debilitating illness.

Bella, who boasts an impressive 73.1 million social media followers, recently took to Instagram to share a triumphant post about hitting the gym after a long break. The photo showed her on the treadmill with worryingly slim legs, captioned: "First day in the gym in a long time! Just walking but still! Getting my stamina back." Her mother, Yolanda Hadid, couldn't help but repost this update with an effusive message of support, writing: "I love you! Gooooo Bella... one day at a time."

The IMG Model - turning 29 in two weeks - Instastoried a snap of herself on the treadmill with worryingly slim legs, which was captioned: 'First day in the gym in a long time! Just walking but still! Getting my stamina back'

This heartwarming exchange highlights the unbreakable bond between Bella and her mother, who has been by her side throughout this arduous journey. Yolanda, a former star of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, has been a constant source of encouragement for her daughter, praising her bravery and determination to fight against Lyme disease.

In a poignant Instagram tribute shared just a week ago, Yolanda poured out her heart, expressing her admiration for Bella's unwavering spirit. She wrote: "I admire your bravery and your willingness to keep fighting for health despite the failing protocols and countless setbacks you have faced... You didn't really live, you learned how to exist inside the jail of your own paralyzed brain."

Yolanda also shared a message of hope and resilience, reminding Bella that she is not alone in this battle. She promised to be there every step of the way, saying: "I am so proud of the fighter that you are. You are not alone, I promise to have your back every step of the way, no matter how long this takes."

Bella's mother Yolanda Hadid proudly reposted her story with the message: 'I love you! Gooooo Bella... one day at a time'

Bella's health struggles have been well-documented over the years, and her mother has been vocal about their efforts to find a cure for Lyme disease. In 2023, Bella declared that she was "finally healthy" after a grueling battle against the condition. She expressed gratitude for the lessons learned during this time, stating: "If I had to go through all of this again, to get here, to this exact moment I'm in right now, with all of you, finally healthy, I would do it all again."

The Hadid family's Lyme disease journey is not unique – they are part of a larger community of celebrities who have bravely spoken out about their struggles. Justin Timberlake, Shania Twain, and Kelly Osbourne are just a few of the many stars who have been open about their battles against this debilitating condition.

Bella's determination to share her story serves as an inspiration to those struggling with Lyme disease. Her mother's unwavering support has been a constant reminder that they are not alone in this fight. The Hadid family's courage and resilience shine through in every post, message of hope, and update shared about their journey.

A week ago, the 61-year-old RHOBH alum (R) posted an Instagram tribute of her 'bada** warrior' daughter bravely fighting her battle in the hospital

When she's not advocating for Lyme disease awareness or running her alcohol-free fragrance company, Ôrəbella, Bella is keeping busy as a guest star on the hit show Yellowstone. Her dedication to helping others cope with this condition has sparked a sense of community among those affected by Lyme disease.

As the Hadid family continues their fight against this debilitating illness, one thing is clear: they will not be silenced or defeated. With love and support from fans around the world, Bella and her mother remain an unstoppable force in the battle for recovery.

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Yolanda wrote: 'You have fought through another month of treatment and I know god is good, miracles do happen everyday. I pray for your speedy recovery my love. This disease has brought us to our knees, but we always get back up. We will continue to fight for better days, together'

Yolanda's commitment to finding a cure for Lyme disease has been unwavering since she contracted the tickborne illness in 2012. She continues to push for more research and affordable treatments, inspired by her daughter's unbreakable spirit. The Dutch-born grandmother has tried various therapies, including Stem Cell transplants, Hyperbaric oxygen therapy, Chelation therapy, and colon hydrotherapy.

Bella's road to recovery is a testament to the power of hope and resilience. As she continues on this journey, fans around the world remain committed to supporting her every step of the way.

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Like Bella and her younger brother Anwar Hadid (R, pictured August 13), the Dutch-born grandmother contracted tickborne illness in 2012 but stopped sharing her personal story because she wanted to stop 'absorbing other people's opinions about my journey'

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The DC-born, Malibu-raised beauty shared new snaps of her health struggle on September 17, including a snap of herself connected to an Oxygen tank and IV drip in bed

Back in 2023, Bella curiously declared she was 'finally healthy' and that she was 'so proud' of 'not giving up on' herself

Justin Timberlake was diagnosed with Lyme disease earlier this year (pictured July 12)