Phil Kayes, 47, had been warned by doctors that his size was putting such a strain on his health he would be lucky to reach the age of 40. (SWNS)

An obese man has shed more than 294 pounds which has helped him beat coronavirus -- and find love, he says.

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Phil Kayes, 47, had been warned by doctors that his size was putting such a strain on his health he would be lucky to reach the age of 40.

Kayes said he had previously resigned himself to "dying alone" - but credits his slim size with helping him find love. (SWNS)

He weighed 520.5 pounds at his biggest -- but has now managed to cut to an impressive 226 pounds in just three years.

Kayes said he was spurred into action after his mom was diagnosed with terminal cancer. He then embarked on his weight loss journey, during which met partner Nicole Mulholland.

Kayes said he had previously resigned himself to "dying alone" -- but credits his slim size with helping him find love.

The civil servant, from Co. Down, Northern Ireland, also believes his weight loss may have saved his life after he caught COVID-19.

He added that his survival was a "timely reminder" how important his health is.

Kayes was helped in his dramatic transformation by Slimming World, who recently crowned him their Greatest Loser 2020.

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Despite its name, the competition celebrates the person with the highest weight loss among all the brand's members.

At his heaviest Kayes suffered a string of other health issues including pressure on his knees and sleep apnea. (SWNS)

Kayes said: "I was always bigger than my peers. I remember at school being called out by my PE teacher for being too big to play football.

"The weight really started to pile on though when I started university.

"My size meant that my life became increasingly insular and I made up a variety of excuses not to go out.

Id avoid gatherings like parties and weddings because I just felt so uncomfortable. I knew I wouldnt fit into a plane seat so I never traveled, even though I really wanted to.

"Apart from my job as a civil servant, I didnt really do anything except hide away and eat. It was a very lonely time."

At his heaviest Kayes suffered a string of other health issues including pressure on his knees and sleep apnea.

Kayes then realized he had to do something about his weight when his mother was diagnosed with terminal cancer. (SWNS)

His shirt size was a huge XXXXXXXXL, with a 68-inchwaist.

But his main worry was that should he die in his sleep, his heavy body couldnt be removed as he lived on the third floor of his parents house.

Kayes then realized he had to do something about his weight when his mother was diagnosed with terminal cancer.

He said: "Mom was facing her fourth cancer battle which sadly turned out to be her last.

"The news sort of spurred me into action and I knew this time I had to try and be as healthy as I could - not just for her but for me as well.

"I was also worried that if my mom did pass away, I wouldnt be able to be one of her pallbearers, which was heartbreaking.

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Kayes also credits his weight loss with helping him to meet partner Nicole, who he found on an online dating app. (SWNS)

"She died in October 2017, by which point Id lost [70 pounds]. I know shed be really proud if she could see me now -- more than [294 pounds] lighter."

Kayes has become much more active since losing all the weight -- and has started cycling again after a near three-decade absence from the activity.

He said: "Years of being overweight really took its toll on my knees and I used to take medication daily to manage the pain.

"I will still need a knee replacement at some stage, but I have certainly delayed the inevitable and made the operation itself more likely to be successful.

"When I was [518 pounds], my doctor told me it was too risky for me to have surgery because calculating the anesthetic needed for someone my size was so tricky.

"Now Ive started cycling again, I can walk without getting out of breath and I also enjoy yoga.

"Its a completely different life to the one I had before - one that is full of opportunities, friends and adventures."

Kayes also credits his weight loss with helping him to meet partner Nicole, who he found on an online dating app.

Kayes has become much more active since losing all the weight - and has started cycling again after a near three-decade absence from the activity. (SWNS)

He said: "By far the best thing that has happened to me since losing weight is meeting Nicole.

"When I was bigger I couldnt imagine ever finding love and felt resigned to dying alone.

"Since meeting weve moved in together, swam in the Mediterranean Sea, been on a walking tour of Berlin and Ive learned to drive.

"There are lots more adventures we want to tick off the list and for the first time in a long time, Im excited about the future."

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Every weight loss topic is hotly debated and that includes whether fasted cardio is better for weight loss or not? Many believes that by depleting energy resources by fasting before runs or cycles, the body will automatically draw energy from fat sources. But is this true or just yet another urban legend and misconception?

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A research called "Body composition changes associated with fasted versus non-fasted aerobic exercise" published in the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition was trying to find an answer for this and divided a group of 20 woman into two groups: 10 participants exercised after an overnight fast while the other half of the group was given something to eat before the workout.

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Training consisted of one hour of steady-state aerobic exercise performed three days per week. The subjects of the research were provided with customised dietary plans designed to induce a caloric deficit. Nutritional counselling was also provided throughout the study period to help ensure the participants didn't cheat and eat more food than they were supposed to have.

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This is what the research paper has to say about the results: "Both groups showed a significant loss of weight and fat mass from baseline, but no significant between-group differences were noted in any outcome measure. These findings indicate that body composition changes associated with aerobic exercise in conjunction with a hypocaloric diet are similar regardless whether or not an individual is fasted prior to training."

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In short: if you want to lose weight, it doesn't matter if you do cardio fasted or not, as long as you keep a calorie deficit and exercise regularly. As the research shows, it doesn't have to be every day either, although the participants were subjected to 1-hour long workout sessions each time which is not just just a short session for sure.

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It is worth noting that the research chose a peculiar way to test the theory by giving test subjects a meal either immediately before or after the exercise session, preventing us from finding out whether a sustained high-metabolic state after the workout would've helped shed fat even more or not. The sample size was also rather small (only 20 women were tested) and the gender ratio was also anything but balanced.

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Taking this information into account, if you want to maximise weight loss doing cardio exercising, you are best off doing a workout early in the morning and having some food immediately after, preferably some protein and some carbs to aid muscle recovery. Also, as it turns out, the best time of day to workout for weight loss is early morning. Just saying.

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Age: 49Occupation: Truck DriverHometown: Dayton, OhioStart Weight: 282 poundsEnd Weight: 210 poundsTime Cycling: 1.5 years

For years, I had promised myself that I would get healthy and lose weight. But when a routine physical with my doctor revealed to me that I was pre-diabetic, had high blood pressure, and my liver enzymes were elevated, I knew I really needed to do something. On top of that, my weight had also ballooned to 285 pounds. Hearing the doctors diagnosis was the final deciding factor in getting serious about my health.

As a truck driver, I led a sedentary lifestyle. Pair that with a diet full of fast food, red meat, and processed foods, and it all led to many health issues. I had been eating like a teenager for almost 30 years.

It was uncomfortable for me to be active at 285 pounds. I always enjoyed riding a bicycle in my youth, so I sought some advice from some shops on the best bike for me to start riding. The general advice was to start with an upright comfort bike, especially considering my weight and fitness level at the time. Physically, I couldnt ride a road bike.

I rode the comfort bike for approximately six months. Once I began to lose weight and gain fitness, I bought an entry-level road bike. Now, I ride a carbon race bike, and I try to ride at least three times a week around 50K each ride. I also complete a 100K ride on the weekend.

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While I dont really consider myself to be on a diet, Ive completely cut out soda and only drink unsweetened tea, black coffee, and water. In other areas, Ive limited my intake of red meat, sugar, and white flour. Aside from those changes, my most significant dietary change has been my portion control. I still eat pizza, occasionally, but instead of eating a whole large pie, Ill have a slice or two. Now, its all about eating smart, nutritionally balanced meals. My meals typically look like this:

Continuing to improve my health and fitness motivates me. My determination and revamping my dietary habits have helped me get to where I am today. In the future, I hope to lose another 30 pounds and keep riding.

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Some people tend to gain weight easily but losing it may seem like a herculean task. Unfortunately, there are no shortcuts to get back to your best shape overnight, unless youre going under the knife. In order to achieve your weight goals, you need to adopt a healthy lifestyle that includes a balanced diet, regular exercise, and a positive attitude. Weight loss is a gradual process, and you may sometimes feel discouraged if those kilos do not drop off at the rate that you had anticipated. Many people complain that they dont lose weight despite the diet and workouts. If youre in the same situation, you might be asking this question to yourself many a time Why its so difficult to lose weight? Keep reading to find your answer. Also Read - Best at-home exercise: Skipping for just one minute can help you burn up to 20 calories

There are many other factors that can hinder your weight loss goals. If youre finding it hard to shed those extra kilos, make sure youre not making these four big mistakes. Also Read - Want to lose weight fast? Do it the Sara Ali Khan way

For a successful, sustainable weight loss, you need to have a long-term approach. Embarking on strict diets such as keto or paleo, or fad diets may help you lose some kilos in short time and but youre also likely to suffer a rebound when lose your willpower which may not last for more than two weeks to a couple of months. Instead follow a well-balanced diet that includes a variety of foods and sometimes even treats. This will work in the long run. So, choose a plan that supports long-term healthy habits. Also Read - Weight loss: This is how ginger diet will help you battle the bulge

Usually people who begin their weight loss journey with a short-term attitude also have an all-or-nothing mindset. You may say no to all processed foods bread, pasta, milk, cheese, wrapped snacks, etc. This is good as long as you can control your craving, but when cant hold it any longer, you would end up overindulging on those comfort foods again. And when you realise that you had already ruined your diet, you wouldnt care anymore or start the restrictive regimen. This all-or-nothing concept also applies to exercises working out excessively to lose weight quickly and falling back again. And experts say this is a destructive cycle to be in.

Protein is extremely important for health, and especially those who trying to lose weight. Eating enough protein can increase the release of a hunger-suppressing hormone and thereby help reduce appetite. A high-protein meal can keep you full for longer, decrease calorie intake, increase metabolic rate and protect muscle mass during weight loss. So, if you are struggling to lose weight, check the protein part in your meals. A person who weigh 150 pounds, should eat between 75 and 112 grams of protein per day. If youre trying to lose weight, your protein intake should be between 90 and 150 grams a day.

Having supportive friends, family members and partner are critical to successful weight loss. One of the most common reasons for many people not being able to stick to a healthy diet is stigma. Have you ever been made fun of for eating healthy? This is especially common for weight watchers in regions where food is an integral part of the culture. When you are being ridiculed or scoffed at for eating healthy, you are likely to keep you diet plan aside for the sake of your social life. Therefore, having a solid support system is important to achieve long-term weight loss, otherwise the journey can feel lonely and intimidating.

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All week at NBC Sports Philadelphia, we're debating the biggest villains in Philly sports history. Today, we look atthe Flyers.You can vote here.

Picking an ultimate villain for Flyers fans?

How about a guy who basically fought a fan during a game in Philadelphia? Not a bad choice.

When thinking of players despised by the orange and black faithful, Tie Domi instantly comes to mind as does that not-so-hospitable visiting penalty box at the Wells Fargo Center.

Domi, a tough, in-your-face, penalty-minute-collecting winger who enjoyed a 16-year NHL career, scored only four goals for four points in 46 career regular-season meetings with the Flyers.

Playing the bulk of his career for the Maple Leafs, Domi made his imprint in Philadelphia with 238 career penalty minutes against the Flyers, his third most against any NHL team. He truly left his mark, though, on March 29, 2001, in a game at the then-First Union Center. After an unsportsmanlike conduct penalty during the third period, Domi went to the sin bin and became the recipient of some heckling (and maybe more). Domi retaliated by spraying a few fans with a water bottle, prompting fan Christopher Falcone to lunge at the protective glass between the stands and the box.

As the glass collapsed, a moment was born and the mystic of Philly sports fans grew. Falcone stumbled into the box and a fracas ensued with Domi and linesman Kevin Collins in the middle of it.

Toronto's 2-1 victory became a subplot to the Domi-Falcone showdown.

To make the story crazier, Falcone opened up a lawsuit againstDomi, Collins and Comcast Spectacor. However, the beef was eventually ended. In an episode of the Spittin Chiclets podcast, Domi explained how he orchestrated the two to meet before a game in Philadelphia. They got to know each other, hashed things out and Domi said he brought Falcone to Toronto for a playoff game against the Flyers.

Don't think that the gesturefixed the whole Domi-Philly relationship.

In a fun twist, Domi's son Max was actually aFlyers fan as a kidfor apersonal and meaningful reason.

I was definitely a Flyers fan growing up, Max Domi, who now plays for the Canadiens,said in an October 2015 story by Sean Leahy on Yahoo! Sports. My dad is definitely not.

While Domi was always disliked in Philly because he often stirred the pot, he cemented his villain status with the fiasco in the penalty box.

Ironically, the city probably would have been drawn to a player like Domi if he was on the good side because the 5-foot-10, 213-pounder played bigger than his size and never backed down.

"Philly, I used to love playing there, I really did," Domi said on theSpittin Chiclets podcast. "The fans, they loved me but they hated me. I still get fan mail from Flyers fans: 'We miss you, the games aren't the same anymore.'"

Still, nobody will forget the agitator on the ice and in the box that March night during 2001.

Domi didn't just anger Philly throughout his career; he messed with its own. That's a true villain in this town.

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New York rapper Action Bronson is focused and determined to keep getting his body right-right. The hip-hop entertainer has come forward to remind fans hes still putting in ample workout routines together as the summer weather heats up.

On Friday, Bronsolini hit up Instagram with a shot of himself in gym grind mode. He also stressed the importance of health ultimately determining wealth.

GET UP AND GET THAT MONEY. IM ON A F*CKING MISSION. HEALTH IS WEALTH.#f*ckthatsdelicious -Action Bronsons Instagram

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In early June 2020, AB hit up Instagram with footage of his new workout routine. With his recent weight loss, Action Bronson also admitted past eating habits would have ultimately ended his life.

I WAS ON A PATH THAT LEADS STRAIGHT TO THE GRAVEYARD. EATING FOR SPORT TOOK ITS TOLL BUT ITS MY FAULT AND ITS ON ME TO FIX ME. I OWE IT TO MYSELF AND MY FAMILY. I REACHED 363 POUNDS AND I WAS SHOCKED AND SCARED. I BUSTED MY A** FOR THE PAST 3 MONTHS AND IM DOWN TO 298. THEN A GOOD FRIEND GOT ME TO THE RIGHT SPOT NOW IM TRAINING HARD. THIS IS WEEK ONE.#f*ckthatsdelicious -Action Bronsons Instagram

In mid-May 2020, Bronson said he lost 50 pounds. Action credited working out, keeping his meals healthy, cooking for his family and juicing daily as ultimate life-changing decisions.

[I] lost a lot of money because my tours getting canceled for the year, and this type of thing no one was ready for this but we all have to adapt. Me, myself, I lost 50 pounds just now. I mean, Im still fat, which shows you I need to lose another 60. Working out like crazy. I run, I do my push-ups, I do a lot of cardio work. I juice a lot, drink green juice two times a day. [Eating] good carbs. -Action Bronsons Instagram

Bronson also gave details on what caused him to push towards a major weight loss. AB said he had an eating habit that had to be kicked.

Before I was just animalistic, it was unnecessary what I was doing. I didnt know what to do with myself so from that point on, two and-a-half months, Ive just been on my game. Its a lifestyle change. -Action Bronsons Instagram

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We only just found out today about the incredible weight loss journey off Matt Dunning. A prop with one of the best flair games in the game.

Matt Dunning was a prop for the Waratahs back in the early noughties.

He was known to be a rugby player who was a back in a Props body.

The Prop made a name for himself for somehow managing to make incredible breaks despite his size

The video below shows that.

When we saw this video we were amazed to see a screenshot from a few years ago showing his incredible weightloss journey.

It turns out that Dunning the former Wallaby was extremely unhappy about the size that he was, and he wanted to do something about it.

When he was a prop for the Wallabies Matt Dunning weighed 130kg and was constantly mocked for his tubby frame.

But since retiring from rugby union the 35-year-old has lost a staggering 40kg, dropping from 25 per cent body fat to just 11 per cent in six months. What an incredible weight loss.

We found a video which shows just how much weight the former prop has lost and its quite shocking to see!

Speaking to Mail Online, he said

When I played footy I received a lot negative media stuff, but mate I havent seen one negative comment.

You think if you take photos of yourself you seem a bit up yourself but everythings been really positive.

Dunning, who played for the NSW Waratahs and the Perth Western Force before he was forced to retire in 2011 due to a neck injury, says he lost the weight by cutting down on food.

While losing weight he drank two high-nutrient shakes and ate just one meal a day, and would do cleanses four days a month.

This is brilliant to see from this.

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