Ep 7. Joe W. & Pauline

Joe W. & Pauline are the focus of the seventh episode of the third season of My 600-lb Life Where Are They Now? As the name suggests, the episode follows up with past participants of the main show to see how they are doing since beginning their weight loss journey. Joe W. and Pauline both previously appeared on My 600-lb Life, with the former having undergone weight loss surgery and the latter struggling with her eating habits.

In the episode, viewers get an update on Joe W. and his progress following his weight loss surgery. When Joe W. first appeared on the main show, he weighed over 900 pounds and was bedridden. He had tried dieting and exercise in the past with no success, so decided that weight loss surgery was his best option. Viewers followed Joe W.'s journey through his weight loss surgery, recovery and initial progress. In the Where Are They Now? episode, we see that Joe W. has continued to make progress and has lost a significant amount of weight. He is now able to get out of his house and go for walks, which is something he couldn't do before. He also talks about how even simple things like tying his own shoes or getting in and out of a car are now much easier for him. Joe W. is still working towards his weight loss goals, but the progress he has made so far is inspiring.

Pauline is also featured in the episode, and viewers get an update on her life since appearing on My 600-lb Life. When Pauline first appeared on the show, she weighed over 700 pounds and was reliant on her daughter to care for her. She had developed a troubling relationship with food and struggled with emotional eating. While she made some progress on the main show, she also faced setbacks that challenged her progress. In the Where Are They Now? episode, we see that Pauline has continued to struggle with food addiction. Her weight has gone up and down since her initial appearance on the show, and she admits that she has not been able to sustain the progress she made. She talks about how difficult it is to overcome emotional eating, and how it can be a lifelong battle. Despite this, Pauline remains committed to her weight loss journey and is still seeking support to help her reach her goals.

Throughout the episode, viewers also hear from family and friends of Joe W. and Pauline, who offer insights into their progress and struggles. Family members of Joe W. talk about how much progress he has made and how proud they are of him. They also express concerns about his ability to continue making progress and potentially falling back into old habits. Meanwhile, family members of Pauline talk about the challenges they face in supporting her weight loss journey and how difficult it can be to help someone overcome food addiction.

Overall, the episode offers a powerful look at the challenges of weight loss and the impact it can have on people's lives. While Joe W. and Pauline both have different experiences, both demonstrate how difficult it can be to make lasting changes, even with the best intentions. Viewers are left with a sense of hope, however, as both participants continue to work towards their goals despite setbacks and challenges. It is a reminder that weight loss is not just about physical transformation, but also emotional and mental transformation.