“I can walk around the house naked,” Charles Barkley hilariously talks about weight loss journey with NBA commissioner

Charles Barkley shed light on his weight-loss journey and the drug involved on live television while hosting NBA Commissioner, Adam Silver on his CNN show ‘King Charles’ with Gayle King. The Commissioner had asked why he doesn’t have access to the drug, Mounjaro, anymore. 

Barkley used the drug Mounjaro while he was dealing with his weight struggles. The drug had reportedly helped him lose 62 pounds from 352 pounds and isn’t accessible anymore. The drug used by Chuck has been popular among many Hollywood A-listers for losing weight.

Chuck, in answering the questions posed by Adam Silver, gave his assumptions as to why the drug is problematic to access. He also talked about his mental state and sarcastically expressed how he felt about his body with a nice joke. 

And I tell people, listen, we all get to make our own decision on how we want to look, and I don't shame fat people…But I just feel so much better physically…I feel so much better mentally. I mean, I’m almost getting to the point where I could walk around the house naked.

Charles Barkley said on CNN show

The drug is in high demand due to celebrity backing, which has resulted in its low supply and inaccessibility. Oprah Winfrey endorsed the drug and stated that obesity is a significant cause for concern among the masses.

Charles Barkley’s struggle with weight loss during his playing days

Charles Barkley had a weight issue during his playing days in the NBA. He weighed over 300 pounds as a rookie, a strange figure for a pro basketballer; however, upon advice and mentorship from a fellow ex-player, Moses Malone, who inspired him to shed some pounds. 

The veteran Philadelphia 76ers had encouraged the “Round Mound of Rebound” to follow a strict diet and workout regimen, reportedly resulting in him losing 50 pounds. Chuck acknowledged his efforts while speaking on the “Steam Room Podcast” with Ben Affleck, where he thanked Malone for saving his life.

Despite his unusual weight, Barkley had a legendary status in the NBA. He won the 1993 NBA MVP award and is an 11-time NBA All-Star. Although he didn’t win the ultimate prize, his contributions to the game can’t be overlooked despite his perceived physical limitations.

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