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Douglas Polk Bets $200,000 He Can Halve His Body Fat in a Year
Poker player Douglas Polk has made a bold bet with Bill Perkins. He has wagered $200,000 that he can reduce his body fat percentage from 27.7% to 13.85% within a year. The deadline for this challenge is February 10, 2023.
Douglas Polk announced the bet on his Twitter account, stating, "I officially bet with Bill Perkins. I have 1 year to lose half of my fat. I have 27.7%, and my goal is 13.85%. This is what I need to be by February 10, 2023. Bet 200 000$".
Fans have reacted to the bet with a mix of support and skepticism. Many believe the task is straightforward, while others question the feasibility of such a significant reduction in body fat percentage within a year.
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