She's So Big She Cant Walk Up Stairs | Obese Australia | Tonic

Obese Australia introduces us to some incredibly unhealthy people, all of whom have one goal - to lose half of their body weight before it kills them. With some weighing over 200kg, even the most normal tasks become a desperate struggle and they need to change their life.
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[@truecrimejunkie7098]

I'm a little disappointed in the trainer for making her run. The impact on her knees with that much extra weight is tremendous.

[@kaikito7662]

Her running wouldn't have done the pavement any favours, either!!

[@helenmcdonnell2585]

She could have a heart attack

[@kaikito7662]

@@helenmcdonnell2585 ....or opt to have another cheeseburger or several dozen.

[@TheKeeperMadz]

It had to be done

[@thobemcwango6914]

Rsa❤️

[@mariaferreras4369]

Never treat people cruelly. Disgraceful. We all are not perfect.

[@lolrip818]

Unless it's this "woman" then it's ok.

[@veronica-bu4nn]

her husband cant help out with cooking and cleaning even tho she works full time.. i feel so sorry for her

[@ABisdoingjustfine]

ikr? glad that she was single at the end of the journey -- she was as good as a single parent before as well, what with her partner literally not helping out in any way!

[@tessy28]

Like all that stress was probably contributing to her weigh gain. A useless husband will affect your weight as a woman A LOT.

[@happycook6737]

I hate that the show producers make these vulnerable people appear on camera wearing their underwear. It is a ridiculous shaming tactic. Viewers can clearly see these show participants are morbidly obese when the participants are wearing their regular clothing. Kudos to the participants for having the courage to address their food addictions. 👏

[@antoniomelendez3919]

I agree 100% with you

[@kimberlys8422]

if you've ever seen the American show "My 600 lb Life" you'd know that is TAME. There are contractually obligated shower scenes, or in some cases trough bathing scenes.

[@beccasteele6874]

600 lb life participation requires fully nude showers

[@marilynwillett804]

I agree but they consented to it just for the cash. In the show in England women stand there in skimpy underwear next to strange men in boxer shorts.

[@workinprogress3609]

What about Lizzo?

[@sandraisaak3802]

Hope she will have a skin check by a dermatologist. I see some concerning spots. Having lost a young mother to skin melanoma it is concerning. Keep working Helen we all need you here.

[@marandazilk3175]

416 pounds, to start, for those of us in the USA.

[@dotsyjmaher]

Really inspiring....I am not obese.. But I was the scapegoat of a psycho "mother" I had to take over and learn to take care of a "family" of 7 at 14... I did everything...and everything well... AND NOTHING WAS GOOD ENOUGH.. I finally walked away at 40... But suffered crippling injury theft from husband and sisters..MAJOR disasters.. So...I finally felt like giving up ...I have not been taking care of myself... It is time... this was very inspiring...thank you all for being so vulnerable.

[@benbarrow7637]

Stay strong... I sometimes feel like giving up as well, the last few years have been nothing but pain and tragedy, but we need to keep going, no matter how we feel. Things can change if we allow them to!

[@bethewalt7385]

Why they don't incorporate a therapist as part of the show is beyond me, all the people I've seen so far need it, in America our weight loss shows provide one, it seems to help very much, I hope this woman long term conquers her battle, they really need therapy, this woman needs therapy, they all have terrible self esteem, so sad

[@gailstorm8622]

Her son is picking up those terrible eating habits. She's gifting him with her obesity. Smh

[@mightymouse1005]

She's absolutely gorgeous when she smiles.

[@MetalHead-ks9zq]

Not really 🫤

[@jessicarenae5107]

When you come in acting like a drill sergeant without trying to emotionally connect with your patients then some will build a wall and have fear! Maybe he needs to learn how to deal with different personalities! In glad she's opened up eventually though and I hope she builds confidence and seeing that it is possible and she will be so incredibly proud and happy if she gets to her goal!!

[@liselottenormannsrensen7867]

Maybe this woman is at a place in life where she needs a drill sergeant. Her son needs his mother and she is slowly killing her self. The emotional connection shall not come from her trainer. She needs to connect emotional with her son instead

[@larryg6221]

Watching this again, I really like this woman even though I don't need to lose weight. Does anyone realize how difficult this had to be for her? OMG.

[@taras6806]

Much about regaining self-worth, learning to appreciate herself and realise she is.. simply worth it, and that life is. Is that what you mean? If so, I couldn't agree more (and she is so so loveable). x

[@elzaaltmann]

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[@kerriewithpurpose5722]

It is actually easier for morbidly obese people to lose weight faster than persons at a more normal weight..the body drops the weight faster given that they are carrying more weight and its like walking around with dumbells all day long...something like that

[@evac3928]

Put your meal in the crockpot in the morning, and it is ready when you get home. Faster than fast food.

[@debrahill2272]

It's not what she's eating It's what's eating her...The reason behind the food addiction..Wishing her a successful weight loss journey..

[@marci3659]

She has loss the dead weight of her ex partner who was holding her back and definitely not a positive presence. Well done Helen.

[@tjp2109]

Yes that's what I thought too. I bet he was a feeder. I bet she was supporting him too. Imagine having to take care of a grown man and lose all that weight. I bet he created toxicity for her. She lost the weight and realized she deserved better. Sayonara!

[@peanutbutterisfu]

It’s crazy how a person can’t walk up stairs from their weight and they still eat and eat. My one buddy is 400 pounds and complains about his knees and back hurting and saying he’s getting old and what not and I said buddy don’t be mad at me but if u lost weight you wouldn’t have such bad pain. He told me he doesn’t have time to work out and when he does he’s in pain. I said buddy it’s 6 pm ur sitting on the couch u have time and if ur in too much pain then u need to start by going on a diet and only drink water u will start loosing weight just from that! Then just get some small weights and start doing some small exercises on the couch! Then start doing some walking u don’t have to start walking a mile ur first day! Just walk a few laps around ur house every day and once a week add another lap to ur daily walk. It will be slow at first but eventually u will get it. This lady said she doesn’t have the time well it takes zero time to eat right and drink water. You can find 30 min a day to work out.

[@Luna.3.3.3]

I agree with you to a certain extent. Poor diet and eating habits are the number 1 reason for obesity.

[@sallywillis610]

Why don't you offer to go walking with her/him? And then running? Make it social. Your current attitude wont help your friend.

[@sharong8511]

Why don’t you buy him some small weights and teach him how to use them in his home? Be the change for him. Be an example of how to eat healthier. Bring over a healthy meal and teach him how to prepare it.

[@jonathanbrown4933]

so mum couldn't ride down the wild slide, she still went on the trip as part of the loving family and they swam in the pool together. Losing weight is a great idea and should be pursued but don't condemn yourself, just do it as best that you can and love your family.

[@dianethompson2458]

The human mind is so strange. My son was stillborn when I was 8 months pregnant.. I also developed an eating disorder. I was anorexic for over 30 years and my health is ruined because of it. I am better now and I am a normal weight.

[@nattie911]

[@gohawks3571]

💔I'm so sorry you went thru that😔 I am proud of you for overcoming! Have a wonderful rest of your life, and may you be reunited with your baby in heaven💗💗💗✌️🖖

[@Jeng4280]

So proud of her. Absolutely amazing. This helps me to keep going on my journey.

[@deborahgoodwin4995]

Watching this video really inspired me to focus more on my health, in order to live longer healthy and happy. I've struggled with my weight all my life. I would certainly like to reach to the lady in the video or someone else who's struggling with weight loss. So we can encourage one another 🙏

[@happycook6737]

I joined WW (Weight Watchers' new name). Their online community is fabulous for encouragement and the program is now very good unlike when I tried it before. You can do in person or just on line.

[@beccasteele6874]

KANGAROO meat??? 😳😱

[@maidahaltrecht6577]

@@beccasteele6874 why not? Apparently it's healthy too from what the nutritionist was saying.

[@pearljam619]

@@happycook6737I hope your weight loss journey has begun and is going well. I’m sure you are smashing it and have already begun to lose weight and have a healthier lifestyle. Sending you best wishes.

[@annmurphy8440]

I think anybody who mock people who are overweight are horrible people Ann Murphy

[@taras6806]

I truly hope that Helen sees the love, support and admiration for here on here. What an amazing and inspirational lady. worth so much more than her weight in millions of dollars.

[@anydae]

Lord Father help them to keep on their journey!! Much success to them

[@Seductive_Psycho]

You can lose a tremendous amount of weight with diet change alone... There's really no need to exercise to the point of exhaustion... Just eat less and change what you eat.. Take a walk every day.. That's how it worked with me anyhow

[@joannefreeman3573]

Amazing inspiration Helen. You have no idea how helpful and brave you Are. Thank you.

[@evelyngagnon8459]

She is ABSOLUTELY AMAZING, this gals GOT IT !!! BRAVO 👍👍👍👍❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@zxyatiywariii8]

Yes, she's awesome! ❤🎉🎆🎊🎀

[@heatherzloty7143]

SOO proud of you Helen!!!

[@Liahs333]

Yea this is ridiculous. You shame them by making them walk around in their underwear and lead them to believe that killing themselves exercising will take off 100’s of pounds. Terrible show

[@proudchristian77]

It's why we need exercise in schools, early start , I got one , it helped , I leaned on it & so now I don't need a diet , 🚲

[@JamesPhillipsOfficial]

If I could start a company losing weight for other people, I'd be richer than Blackrock because I know how difficult and how much pain, sweat and sometimes emotional tears it takes to lose weight. I promise you will never take on a more arduous task in your life, it is brutal to say the least

[@sanaajohnson3725]

Wow she lost 93/110 pounds from her goal that’s incredible she was barely 17lbs shy of the set goal but good for her that she’s healthy and able to be in her son’s life

[@antoniomelendez3919]

Yes I agree with you 100%

[@dianaveronicakambanis9690]

For how long

[@francesperez1315]

Did i see a woolworth store in this video

[@pollycheng3343]

Helen is a beautiful lady !

[@christineblue1980]

LOVE your energy. You're Amazing.

[@bonniebloom4953]

The woman here is so so pretty. Has a cute smile yes but all in all very pretty. 😊

[@Yo-gj3cp]

She is a good mother

[@stefanross8129]

WOW!!!! At least theyre taking Action!

[@ericrivera8410]

That trainer is amazing I go to the gym often but I'd love for him to train me harder .I watched my 600 life because my sister was going for bariatric surgery proud to say she lost 182 pounds in two months the difference in I noticed from y 600 pound life is the exercise..for a woman her size she's quite mobil I hope she reaches her ultimate goal.

[@laurarezende9995]

He is a drill sergeant. Can't make an unhealthy person become a health fanatic over night.

[@oliverkitkat6860]

Never struggled with wieght myself but have compassion for this poor lady god bless her and family . Come on girl do it for your son and yourself dont miss out best wishes ❤❤

[@bevanbuckwheatshea5520]

Food addiction is a genuine medical condition.

[@zxyatiywariii8]

Yes it is. In studies, some rats chose sugar over cocaine. Too much food is engineered to be addictive.

[@alinapopescu872]

Good thinking - take each day as it is and keep going, no two steps are the same and the journey may take a while.

[@lifeisawackything]

omg i started tearing up at the end- seeing her so happy on the water slide!!!!!!!!

[@historicalwater7153]

“Diet soda has sugar” And this guy is a fitness coach

[@tessy28]

Right she could have kept the diet soda. Cutting sugar free alternatives that can help people slowly adjust to a better lifestyle for the long term and make lifestyle changes sustainable is NOT responsible

[@bevanbuckwheatshea5520]

Good luck to you Helen.

[@antoniomelendez3919]

I am so happy for her I think she is going to be just fine so many comments about how they are changing their lives it’s about her and her journey I say well done to her as these comments should do also

[@joehaefeker1755]

She is a beautiful 😍 woman 👩 😍 ❤️

[@AdrianaMuddle]

WOW she done sovery well, such an insperation xx

[@papawnanasaveslovesnlife9530]

Shes doin great,hope she is blessed on her journey always✴️✝️✴️, shes a wonderful lady n momma✴️💃✴️ n im proud of her 👀💭💯❣️

[@michaelgarcia7353]

Come on down to texas, and dr now will help

[@mightymouse1005]

You can over push someone. You can't take someone whose not exercised in years and have them exercise like an active person

[@ahbeemarie7451]

She's not really cutting the cabs and sugars. If she were she'd already see a 30 loss

[@janicemurphy4373]

I AM SO VERY HAPPY FOR YOU AND PROUD FOR YOU TO BE MOTIVATED BY YOUR SON AND YOUR SELF, KEEP LIVING EACH DAY AT A TIME, FIRST AND FOREMOST LEARN TO LOVE YOURSELF!!!!!!!!! YOU ARE A PRETTY LADY AND YOU ARE SMART!!!!!! WILL THERE BE ANOTHER VIDEO, I AM EXCITED FOR YOU 😅😅😅😅😅😊😊😊😊😊😊😊❤❤

[@pearljam619]

I didn’t realise there was a weight limit for “The Biggest Loser Australia” Does this show still exist in 2022? I used to watch it regularly in the U.K but haven’t seen it for a while. Helen did phenomenally well. I hope she has continued on her healthier lifestyle journey.

[@joehaefeker1755]

God bless her 🙏 ❤️

[@MadMax-gc2vj]

Humans and there imaginary Gods.

[@marilynwillett804]

@@MadMax-gc2vj the fool says in his heart there is no God.

[@asfasdasdf3163]

Funny how These people aren't even in the top 50

[@verenas3536]

yes, you can lose more when you are a certain weight, but you actually read that 0,5-1 kilo/week is healthy and better to reach long term goals. So do discredit 9,6 kilos within 4-5 weeks is ludacris.

[@nattie911]

very true! Science shows that the more weight you lose rapidly can result in regain easier than if you had taken it slower, people also tend to gain back more weight to be even heavier than they were before. 1-2lbs per week is a healthy sustainable goal.

[@dianaveronicakambanis9690]

Not really because She Is so big that the body Will lose more if She didnt cheat. She still making a pig of herself and exuses

[@tjp2109]

I think it was for dramatic effect.

[@carolinegreen7043]

Well done

[@nancyt6895]

In the house is in the mouth. Get rid of all the unhealthy foods. You can do this, Helen! Push on!

[@monkeynumbernine]

This is the best thing I have ever seen 😂

[@missysbees]

Like many of us with weight issues, making accuses, reasoning behind why we can't do it and resisting the obvious is one of the the problems. While being totally honest and open with ourselves and others about our weakness is very empowering. We are human and that makes us imperfect but the truth can set us free.I found in my weight loss journey by giving up processed foods, white foods including sugar gave me big Jumpstart on losing. We all differ but after all its said insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting a different result rang true in my case. Whole foods and being well nourished help those cravings that I discovered came from many of those processed foods.Accept, forgive and move on, don't make it harder than it has to be. Best wishes to anyone that goes down this path, it is possible, and u are stronger than you may think and its worth the fight.

[@bdmbpm1467]

It would be nice to see what she is eating during the process.

[@Harriemes]

Dead animals

[@petrosinella]

None of the weight loss shows seem to show that, or at least not the ones I've watched. Seems fishy.

[@zxyatiywariii8]

Ikr, all they showed was kangaroo.

[@VinnyCarwash-js8op]

It's not an addiction, it's laziness and greed. Previous trauma doesn't put on weight, overeating and not moving puts on weight.

[@betha.6279]

The title of this video is horrible! It's sad that producers are making money off of the heart ache of others. ( Helen I'd walk and talk with you!)

[@carylemorrison2660]

They allow themselves to be put on tv

[@Luna.3.3.3]

No one forced them to do the show.

[@dorothykelley1881]

Wish you well!!!

[@slumpthetwink]

Every time i want to eat fast food i will watch this

[@MsAdrienne1990]

when those series were recorded? 10 years ago?

[@broccolihighkicks3857]

Aww i miss Sydney, i used to exercise in those exact same spots

[@psychokittenvlog]

They live in Queensland though? The water park was Wet n Wild in the Gold Coast.

[@psychokittenvlog]

Found it. Boot camp in Sydney. 25:43

[@berchyzgb4423]

Off topic, but am I the only one who didn't know they eat kangaroos in Australia?

[@lorianncostello531]

I don’t think I could eat them.

[@krisjackson5967]

Have eaten Kangaroo. Bit stronger than beef etc

[@berchyzgb4423]

@@krisjackson5967 stronger in taste, texture? Did you like it?

[@berchyzgb4423]

@@lorianncostello531 I wouldn't either, but to each their own, in my country we eat cows, in India it's a sacred animal. In some places people eat tarantulas 😬

[@krisjackson5967]

In taste.I didn't mind it but it wasn't a favourite for me with having other choices available. If it was the only meat available I would have got used to it. It was ages ago now so don't remember a lot about it

[@marcielynn4886]

Never let yourself get tis big! Loose weight and your skin will flap.

[@KaliKali-hv9bt]

Lose

[@charlottemadadi]

There are many professional trainers who say it is absolutely irresponsible to make a morbidly obese person run, it´s dangerous, she could really ruin her knees, she could much more easily trip and fall at that weight (and falling at that weight is way more dangerous). At that weight, the only things she should be doing are things that are soft on the joints: swimming, biking maybe (or aqua biking), strenght training, walking...

[@kerina6594]

They really like eachother Omg 30:00

[@waynedome148]

Why doesn't her partner help her, go for a walk every day, change the diet for both of them, .

[@valerieadams7001]

Not to mention helping around the house!

[@jonathanhudson78]

It says in the closing credits that she is single again. Go figure !

[@carylemorrison2660]

She has to want to do it herself you can't make someone do something if they dont want too!

[@tjp2109]

That's what I said too! I bet he's a moocher.

[@borianatsiapara2831]

The stupid coach is making her climb stairs cause he has no idea how harsh this is for her knees and he doesnt care.

[@papawnanasaveslovesnlife9530]

We need a BB new You here in the USA , would be nice👀💭❣️... Ive tried gettin in somewhere that will help me to do therapy, n physical n mental, b nutritional support b4 u get that big, 😥😢 so im trying myself yet its frustrating having health issues ❣️ .... Good luck every1 on ya journey, i lost 110 lbs. N kept it off 15 yrs, i need to lose 50 more b its harder at 50 this year 👀💭❣️...Always keep pushing to be your best , n luce longer n happier lives yall ✴️💃✴️😘💯❣️

[@pershorefoodbanktrusselltr3632]

Oh, just cut all the scripted drama and just show us, does she lose weight or not!

[@debbiedebortoli9769]

I was surprised to see there making burgers from Kangaroo meat wow did not know that was a thing

[@vegas9440]

I couldn’t distinguish the difference between Mick and the Mack truck. Who was who

[@geowallace9758]

what kind of person is loading her plate with humongous amounts of food.

[@nicoleworkman3142]

Yeah, you rant should start with water aerobics when it comes to obesity. You avoid most of the hurdles in terms of joint pain and inflammation and all that.

[@retrosonghits]

If he were still alive, I can only imagine Steve Irwin and his kind, happy, exuberant, enthusiastic personality being a weight loss coach over there. Ya know, she does burn calories just by moving, working, housework even before this. Had she done the high protein, low carb way of life eating, she'd have lost tons of weight in no time flat. Yes, you have to want to do it. I did decades ago after my unhealthy eating habits and getting so self-disgusyed with my own weight gain (even though I was only 145/150 lbs and 5'3" that was too much for me. The point of change came to where I could only fit comfortably in size 15/16 pants. That's when I'd had enough with myself and I decided to do something about it. I cut out breads, sweets, cereals, starches and just ate plenty of steaks, hamburger meat, salads with dressing, egss, bacon, cottage cheese (as much as I wanted) fast walked around neighborhood to my headphones playing my tunes and within about 2 months, down to 101 lbs. The slightest movement of seeing the scale go down only bolstered my will power more. It can work if you, yourself are bent on doing it and the reward is all worth it!

[@melancholycollie1466]

There's a whole Generation of Young Adults and Teens trying to Glorify this lifestyle?

[@aruglaempire2518]

Fatness does not "run in the blood". It comes from families who have horrible eating habits so everyone learns the same self-destructive behaviour.

[@christinerodriguez3976]

She definitely should NOT be running yet. 😒

[@sueme1954]

The crows are laughing.

[@lunawolfgirlfirework9066]

Why could of given the food away ones not open not throw it away so much waste of food

[@andreaxxx2239]

Thats not food! Thats trash!

[@maryoverton1126]

My entire gradation had 596 people and they mooed when I walked across stage. Mortifying. My last name started with C so I had to sit there until the end. I weighed 220 at the time

[@JennaBenna0123]

wow 🤯💔😭

[@amberinthemist7912]

I'm so sorry you went through that.

[@mightymouse1005]

People have no empathy. Noone is better than anyone else. We all have something wrong with us. We all also have a million things right with us

[@sophiegolden]

After she will have to much skin, I hope her the best

[@slofty]

Surgery.

[@happycook6737]

Not everyone has a lot of excess skin. Some do and some don't.

[@carenkruger656]

Too...

[@octopus8420]

She's lucky stairs go down in Australia

[@sandramullen7804]

When are people going to realise they are what they eat.

[@stacydetwiler1475]

Gee whiz. I need someone to toss all the bad snacks I keep in my house. My worst problem is coke and chips.

[@marilynyoung8477]

Resting heart rate of 108. Good grief, my is 60.

[@Chefgrlangel]

Mines 80 on daily stimulants (prescribed!) and I thought that was bad. It probably is still bad

[@DCFunBud]

417 pounds?! She must be eating every waking hour.

[@sonusrinetvlogs]

I lost my 30 kg in just 2 months with very simple technique which I was not aware.

[@bevanbuckwheatshea5520]

Swimming and hiking and walking is good for obesity.

[@moladhdodhia164]

No Kangaroo for me, I don't even like beef.

[@Harriemes]

Dead animals have no fibers in their flesh and no nutrients that we can't get from plants. Neither do any other animal products like dairy, eggs and honey.

[@sizzla123]

WOW

[@jessicarenae5107]

If I had a trainer that looked like that I know he'd be able to push me lol!

[@patriciacarolevondyche4068]

He seriously absolutely lacks NUTRITIONAL knowledge

[@smarie3874]

Please tell me they took the sealed non perishables to the food bank…..

[@JamesKing2understandinglife]

Exercise tends to build up the appetite and there fore not necessary for weight loss. Eat meat, eggs, butter, and bacon. No seed oils, no sugars, no carbs. is what to be avoided to reduce the insulin resistance and resulting inflammation.

[@Luna.3.3.3]

That sounds like Keto. My friend changed to Keto because she was diabetic. She wasn't obese, but she did lose weight and is off most medication.

[@jant4741]

No. Judgement. I am full hormones are not working properly. Science has a long way to go!

[@stacydetwiler1475]

Kangaroo meat?? OH no, I don't think so.