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140 Pounds Lighter, Disabled War Veteran Becomes a Runner

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Think you're having a tough time sticking with your healthy habits? Imagine how Arthur felt: The war veteran was 140 pounds overweight and dealing with physical disabilities when he decided to become a runner.

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Arthur's transformation is inspiring and impressive, but he didn't get there overnight. Find out how others have achieved success against all odds. Read our best success stories and get motivated now.

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KHALIA2 12/4/2019 10:25:05 AM

So happy to hear that you didn't give up!!! Report

LOUN0318 10/22/2019 2:02:29 PM

You are an inspiration! Thank you for sharing your story. Report

MJ7DM33 8/2/2019 11:46:23 AM

Fantastic Arthur! I watch this on a regular basis! Thanks so much for sharing! Report

KHALIA2 7/25/2019 12:15:06 PM

AWESOME! Report

SOAPIT 7/12/2019 12:10:06 PM

Wow, I had no idea how much I needed to see this today. Bless you and congratulations on your success to "fix YOU". You have certainly inspired me today....... Report

KHALIA2 5/27/2019 11:44:00 AM

So glad you didn't give up! Report

SINGBHAPPY2D 3/6/2019 12:07:45 AM

Oh my goodness this is just awesome!!! Im so happy for you!!Blessing!! That inspires me!!Thanks for sharing!! Report

MARLEYMAE4 2/6/2019 5:42:19 PM

Very inspiring! Report

NEBRASKANNIE 2/6/2019 1:04:49 PM

I really needed to hear this today. Someday I want to get out of my wheelchair, too, and I'm still alive even though 50 years ago they said I wouldn't live another year, and they've said it every year since. Believe in yourself! Report

DEERLADY45 2/6/2019 8:08:34 AM

you are amazing Arthur! You give me hope every time I watch this Report

SPINACHROCKS1 1/26/2019 11:47:16 AM

And P.S. Arthur. Thank you for your service and sacrifice! Report

SPINACHROCKS1 1/26/2019 11:05:17 AM

Perfect back-drop music for your video! "Tears"...that's what I had watching your video! How touching and remarkable. Sometimes all we need is someone to believe in us. Big high 5 to your Yoga instructor. He saw you needed help and it appears he DID come up with a plan! You have succeeded! Inspiring isn't even a word that covers your hard work, discipline, and courageous heart. So very happy for you! I am sure you're a new man in so many respects mentally, physically and emotionally! AWESOME! AWESOME! AWESOME! Report