Corby Jackson has faced obesity since childhood, weighing 350 lbs by the age of 13. By 29, his weight peaked at 835 lbs, a challenge he bravely took on with bariatric surgery on October 12th, 2020. Standing at 6’8”, Corby weighed 665 lbs on the day of his surgery. Today, through determination and consistency, he has reduced his weight to 382 lbs, proving that perseverance and self-belief can reshape one’s life.

As a new POP Ambassador and Mental Health Coach, Corby leverages his journey and expertise as a therapist to support others in similar struggles. He recognizes that mental health plays a pivotal role in overcoming personal obstacles, bringing in elements of self-awareness, self-compassion, and the development of healthy coping mechanisms. Corby’s story is one of resilience, teaching others that consistency can outweigh doubt, and every step toward better health brings them closer to their true potential.