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Down 300 Lbs for Years at 52: What He Wishes He Knew About Keeping It Off. Ep 458
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- Forever Fit by Mavy Wellness
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- Sep 19, 2026
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- 4397
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Join our Forever Fit over 50 Masterclass for Free on Saturday September 26th: https://mavywellness.com/masterclass-registration Ready to transform your body & health with us if you are over 50 → https://mavywellness.com Join our newsletter: http://maximesigouin.substack.com Order a copy of my new book Forever Fit (#1 Bestseller) here - https://mavywellness.com/foreverfitbookoffer-page In today’s episode, I sit down with Russell Smithe to hear how he went from nearly 500 pounds and struggling with food addiction to completely transforming his health, mindset, and life. We talk about the wake-up call that changed everything, learning to stop quitting on yourself, and how lasting transformation starts with changing your identity. Connect with Russell: https://www.instagram.com/inspiredbyruss/ https://www.facebook.com/russell.smithe.2025 https://www.youtube.com/@InspiredByRuss 01:00: Russell’s lowest moment and turning point 03:26: Living with an eating disorder from childhood 21:16: Nearly reaching 500 pounds 23:57: The wake-up call that changed everything 31:07: Making the commitment not to quit 52:09: Weight loss vs. true healing 68:24: The power of keeping promises to yourself