Charles Alford, 18, graduated high school in 3 years and now attends New York City College of Technology in Brooklyn. He's a Civil Engineering major. Charles lives at home with his mom, step dad and sister Logan, although he’s trying to get his own place. Now Charles is trying to do the hardest thing he’s ever done, lose weight, and completely on his own.
3 times a week Charles walks his little sister Logan, 7, to school at 7:30 am. He always carries her backpack.
Charles reveals that his blood pressure "has been high since the 4th grade."
Maya Feller, Charles Alford's nutritionist, takes notes during their session. The goal for next week is 300lbs, as well as staying away from pizza, McDonalds, soda and fried foods.
Charles begins every nutritionist visit by stepping on the scale. On March 21, 2016, he weighed 304.6 lbs.
Charles prints out healthy recipes and shops at his local grocer, Ideal Food Basket on Flatbush Av.
Charles makes a steak salad for breakfast. He thinks it tastes just okay.
Charles works to his full capacity in every exercise class. He’s working towards his first MMA fight.
Charles goes to Brooklyn Mixed Martial Arts for boxing and MMA classes,around the corner from his house.