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Donjeta

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http://www.nydailynews.com/news/nat...t-loss-viral-video-campaign-article-1.1564167

http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/loca...s-Progress-in-Weight-Loss-Goal-238390401.html

Nearly two years ago, Robert Gibbs weighed in at 764 pounds and could barely move, which prompted him to upload a YouTube video asking for help.

The video went viral. Within a few months he was on the Dr. Phil show and attending a special wellness camp.

Now, on New Year's Day 2014, the 24-year-old Livermore resident is 254 pounds lighter.

"I don't think I would be standing here talking to you today if my video had not gone viral and everybody hadn't reached out," Gibbs said.
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Good for him, and good luck!
 
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