When asked if I could bench my weight, by a relative, at age 15 I was in denial. Weighed 290. Went out for wrestling one year and realized this is where my joy is. Lost 50 lbs in a few months. At graduation got to 225 and my arms were 19s.
Got down as low as 170. Then after getting in a bit of trouble my mind was restless and came back to working out. Started out at 185 and got to 215. Took another break and now I'm steady at 185 190 range. Lifting heavier than ever.

Like to eat. But that rush of blood flowing after a burn out set is magical. So many positives of weight lifting and the thing is it brings out the positive outlook on life. Sure things may be rough but strength conquers all