Suitulaga Hunkin was just 26 years old when he learned that his heart had worn out. He went to the hospital believing he was suffering from heat stroke, only to end up being diagnosed with cardiomyopathy. His heart had been stretched out and weakened, and, unlike a rubber band, it could not simply snap back into shape. Weighing in at approximately 300 lbs., Hunkin knew he was technically overweight but thought he had been relatively healthy. He did regular weightlifting and spent 10 hours a day working as a plumber. Even after his diagnosis, Hunkin said that because he was young and naive, he didn't understand just how serious the situation...
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