From Morbidly Obese Teenager to Fitness Expert: Domenic Angelino's Story

“You’re like really, really smart.” What happens when a morbidly obese 14-year-old loses over 130 pounds and accidentally becomes the person his whole high school turns to for fitness advice? That’s Domenic Angelino, and his story is one of the most fascinating this show has covered. He went from overweight teen to double-majoring in exercise science and psychology, then earned two master’s degrees in kinesiology and public health.

I react to his voice note with my own honest reflection: I was active for years as a dancer and taekwondo student, then went completely inactive in college and didn’t find my way back to fitness until 41. This is a conversation about how different people find their way to movement, and why that story matters more than the timeline.

⚠️This podcast is for entertainment purposes only and is not medical advice. Please consult a healthcare professional before starting any diet or exercise program.⚠️

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