THE 199GUY WAS FEATURED IN AN ARTICLE BY PEOPLE Magazine
This Dad Used to Weigh 450 Lbs. and Now Runs Half-Marathons: 'I Had One Foot in the Grave'
March 21, 2022 - By Lanae Brody, Photo by Tiffany Trilli
Neal Bendesky says he used to work long hours and binge eat, but he was able to lose 199 lbs. through diet changes and exercise. Neal Bendesky worked in the athletic industry, but he had difficulty with his own fitness. Long hours and unhealthy eating habits led him down a path that was damaging his health...
ABOUT THE 199GUY
Motivational speaker, special event revenue producer and marketing and sales event projects doer! Are you looking for an inspiring story to enhance your community outreach and/or corporate or group wellness program? 199GUY LIFESTYLE PLATFORM from an experienced senior sales and marketing professional can help. Transitioned from team sports to wellness space to use my unique journey as Orangetheory Fitness world's biggest documented winner losing over 199 pounds (261) and surviving a life-threatening event from pre-existing condition to inspire others to run the race of their lives, whatever that race is through lifestyle transformation. Recently completed 14th half marathon in 13 states.
