Mario Papaneri is a high school senior in Cherry Hill, NJ. The 18-year-old enlisted in the Army after losing 60 pounds to meet the requirement.
He achieved his goal by changing his diet and sticking to a grueling regimen.
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Five months ago he certainly couldn't finish the training workouts. His transformation can serve as a lesson for anyone.
He will graduate from high school in June and head out for basic combat training in Fort Leonardwood in Missouri in July.
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Mario's desire to serve his country is the driving force behind his transformation.