A man who weighed more than 300 kilos lost 100 and now takes on the world in international marathons

Por Maried Díaz
5 May, 2026

Sport knows no limits! Júlio Mamute, the Brazilian influencer who once weighed more than 300 kilos, has just achieved an unforgettable feat. He completed the 10-kilometer European Marathon in Portugal. Now weighing 200 kilos and supported by a cane, the athlete from Recife proved that willpower can do anything.

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“I am the last living mammoth, refusing to go extinct,” he shouted emotionally as he crossed the finish line, becoming a true symbol of perseverance after losing more than 100 kilos.

His story goes beyond the track, as he also leads an initiative in which he donates 10 kilos of food for every kilo he loses. After this success, he is preparing for an extreme challenge: completing six international marathons in less than 60 days. What do you think of this athlete’s determination?

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