Man loses 700 pounds
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Wow indeed!0
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amazing0
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Life was given back to this man. Thanks for sharing0
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I am kind of suspicious. He said at 950 pounds he could not get on an airplane or roller coaster. I would assume that at that weight he would be house bound and unable to walk more than a few steps or do anything at all under such tremendous weight just like people who weighed a couple hundred pounds less than he could not.0 -
I am kind of suspicious. He said at 950 pounds he could not get on an airplane or roller coaster. I would assume that at that weight he would be house bound and unable to walk more than a few steps or do anything at all under such tremendous weight just like people who weighed a couple hundred pounds less than he could not.
My thought as well.0 -
I am kind of suspicious. He said at 950 pounds he could not get on an airplane or roller coaster. I would assume that at that weight he would be house bound and unable to walk more than a few steps or do anything at all under such tremendous weight just like people who weighed a couple hundred pounds less than he could not.
I also find this suspicious, due to the line saying "hundreds of pounds of loose skin removed" That seems very vauge, and like ALOT.0 -
whoops nevermind0
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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emmanuel_Yarborough
The worlds largest athlete (sumo wrestler) weighs over 700lbs (used to weigh over 800) & is still walking around in short distances, but of course he's a trained professional. I saw a video of him walking & he's sweating to get to the mailbox.
I don't see a 900+lb average joe being able to go to the amusement park or walking through LAX.0 -
This article is more detailed, in case you want more info.
http://newsone.com/2677504/robert-walls-weight-loss-surgery/0 -
Just googled this one... here's another story that has wayyyy more detail. It claims that he was in a nursing home a few years due to being unable to take care of himself, which seems a little more legit?
http://www.theepochtimes.com/n3/245653-robert-walls-texas-chef-loses-750-pounds-in-five-years/#?photo=2&_suid=1392413110414078135200719744110 -
This article is more detailed, in case you want more info.
http://newsone.com/2677504/robert-walls-weight-loss-surgery/
Really interesting article! Makes more sense now0 -
That is amazing. But really, I don't understand how someone gets to 950 lbs in the first place!!!0
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He probably couldnt move but you dont need to do exercise to lose, so to be honest, I dont know what to make of it.0
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Wow, indeed! A new lease on life! Good for him!0 -
That is amazing. But really, I don't understand how someone gets to 950 lbs in the first place!!!
This..0 -
If you are a 6' tall male, age 40 that weighs 950 lbs, your TDEE is 8,275 calories. That's a lot of food!0
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Wow. I liked how he stressed that it was difficult. VERY difficult, even with the surgery. And that he has to be vigilant. Also that he points out what a crock 'Biggest Loser' is. :laugh:0
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When I watch My 600 pound life, and other shows like it, they show a lot of the very obese get lymphodema which is a big tumor that grows between you legs. When they surgically remove it, they lose 40-50 pounds. I think the water in their legs gets tuck, and its pretty bad. they cant even walk. I dont know what it would be like to be that weight.0
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yes, this does make it more reasonable. Oh, by the way, this is Robert. I am the guy that lost the weight in the interview. I would be glad to discuss the weightloss or any questions people have.0
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hello everyone. I would like to introduce myself. My name is Robert. I am the guy you all are talking about that lost the weight. I rarely respond to what people say or comment on when it comes to this, but i figured I would. I mentioned in my interview that I couldn't get on an airplane, or that i couldn't get on a roller coaster. You all are right, i couldn't. In the interview I didn't say that I tried and couldn't. my common sense told me there was no way I could fit in an airplane seat, or on a carnival ride. I was bed ridden for a good amount of the time I weighed that much. I lived in a long term nursing facility for years because I couldn't take care of myself. One person above said that it seemed vague when it comes to the skin removal. Well, I would be more than glad to post video of the skin removal surgeries. I have documentation and video of my entire journey. Now that I have an established career as a chef, it helps me tremendously with staying healthy and being vigilant in my journey to help others. If I can help anyone with menu planning or anything associated with weightloss....I would be more than happy to help. You guys stay blessed.
Chef Robert Walls
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y1vNjwF242w Skin Removal Surgery (Breasts)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0UsaRTqTx6k (me working out on the heavy bag. it shows a good portion of the excess skin) 0 -
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emmanuel_Yarborough
The worlds largest athlete (sumo wrestler) weighs over 700lbs (used to weigh over 800) & is still walking around in short distances, but of course he's a trained professional. I saw a video of him walking & he's sweating to get to the mailbox.
I don't see a 900+lb average joe being able to go to the amusement park or walking through LAX.
I couldn't. that was the point. I wanted to be able to and I couldn't. It absolutely tore me apart being in a jail of my own body0 -
I am kind of suspicious. He said at 950 pounds he could not get on an airplane or roller coaster. I would assume that at that weight he would be house bound and unable to walk more than a few steps or do anything at all under such tremendous weight just like people who weighed a couple hundred pounds less than he could not.
I also find this suspicious, due to the line saying "hundreds of pounds of loose skin removed" That seems very vauge, and like ALOT.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y1vNjwF242w Skin Removal Surgery (Breasts)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0UsaRTqTx6k 0 -
yes, this does make it more reasonable. Oh, by the way, this is Robert. I am the guy that lost the weight in the interview. I would be glad to discuss the weightloss or any questions people have.
Wow. I am so honored to "meet" you here on MFP. Congratulations on your new life and amazing accomplishment! I wish you continued success and wellness. :flowerforyou:0 -
Nice to meet you, Robert. Congratulations on the massive life changes you have made! You are an inspiration!hello everyone. I would like to introduce myself. My name is Robert. I am the guy you all are talking about that lost the weight. I rarely respond to what people say or comment on when it comes to this, but i figured I would. I mentioned in my interview that I couldn't get on an airplane, or that i couldn't get on a roller coaster. You all are right, i couldn't. In the interview I didn't say that I tried and couldn't. my common sense told me there was no way I could fit in an airplane seat, or on a carnival ride. I was bed ridden for a good amount of the time I weighed that much. I lived in a long term nursing facility for years because I couldn't take care of myself. One person above said that it seemed vague when it comes to the skin removal. Well, I would be more than glad to post video of the skin removal surgeries. I have documentation and video of my entire journey. Now that I have an established career as a chef, it helps me tremendously with staying healthy and being vigilant in my journey to help others. If I can help anyone with menu planning or anything associated with weightloss....I would be more than happy to help. You guys stay blessed.
Chef Robert Wallshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y1vNjwF242w Skin Removal Surgery (Breasts)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0UsaRTqTx6k (me working out on the heavy bag. it shows a good portion of the excess skin)0 -
Congratulations to you Robert, for having the strength and the tenacity to transform your life. The strength that must have took is amazing.0
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Robert, thanks for responding. What an incredible story of reclaiming your life.
And welcome to MFP.0 -
I had seen this man on a show last year (?) and saw this in the news a few weeks ago...so sad.
http://www.eurweb.com/2014/05/worlds-heaviest-living-person-dies-in-mexico-at-48/0 -
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emmanuel_Yarborough
The worlds largest athlete (sumo wrestler) weighs over 700lbs (used to weigh over 800) & is still walking around in short distances, but of course he's a trained professional. I saw a video of him walking & he's sweating to get to the mailbox.
I don't see a 900+lb average joe being able to go to the amusement park or walking through LAX.
I've often wondered what happens to the sumo wrestlers when they retire. Do they lose the weight?
But it IS encouraging to hear that someone lost weight (especially THAT much)!0
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