Episode 18: From Desk Chair to Barstool to Bike Saddle

About This Episode:

In this episode, Dr. Drew Crawford sits down with Kenny Hill, who delves into his gradual slide into a life that didn’t feel like his own, and the steps he took to find his way back. Happy hours and late night habits became a pattern of detachment from his health, energy, and sense of self. Yet, when he picked up a bike, everything began to shift towards reflection, resilience, and reconnection. This conversation is about more than cycling; it’s about waking up, showing up, and rewriting your story when you least expect it.

Connect with Kenny:

• ​Instagram: @kenny_hill_tul

Show Notes:

• ​(0:00) - Introducing Kenny Hill
• ​(2:02) - His Journey From 280lbs To 454lbs
• ​(6:18) - A College Career & 7 Knee Surgeries Later…
• ​(8:28) - Losing His Athletic Identity To Barstools And Bottles
• ​(16:44) - Life at 454lbs And John Candy’s Death
• ​(20:47) - Turkey Mountain, Planned Meals, And A Disciplined Mindset Saved His Life
• ​(25:11) - Returning To The Bike, Despite Huge Setbacks
• ​(27:52) - The Fear Of Going Back To Where He Had Been Keeps Him Moving Forward On The Bike
• ​(29:53) - Project Dudeman And The Benefit Of Showing Up Everyday
• ​(35:51) - Strength Comes In Numbers, Struggle Together
• ​(38:40) - The Hardest, But Best Thing To Do Is Just Start
• ​(43:32) - From Mentee To Mentor Within The Community
• ​(47:56) - We’re All In This Together In The Right Place At The Right Time
• ​(51:01) - Connect With Kenny

About Your Host:

Dr. Drew Crawford is a board-certified gastroenterologist with an active practice in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He also serves as the Program Director for the Gastroenterology Fellowship at Oklahoma State University. Additionally, and more relevant to this podcast, Dr. Drew Crawford is board-certified in obesity medicine. In the BMI Podcast, we will go Beyond Measurements & Image to build healthier lifestyles, elevate your well-being, and transform lives!

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