How do I get a friend in shape? He may have gout illness?

How do I get a friend in shape? He may have gout illness?I have a friend that's obese and is possibly suffering from gout. I tell him to see the doctor, but he's too lazy to do it. I want to get my friend into shape. I will drop by his house 5 days a week to coach him if I have to. I will yell at him, make him do push ups, sit ups, and jogging.

I want this guy to stop being lazy. I want him to take control of his health. Playing video games and eating junk every day will destroy him.

Anyone have advice on how to handle the situation? Will I destroy our friendship? The guy is like my little brother.

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You shouldn't have to be his mother. It's his choice to treat his body the way he chooses to. You may have to tell him you don't want to be his friend anymore, anything, that will threaten him enough to get him to make better choices. Does he know he's not taking care of himself? Maybe try and book him a doctor's appointment without him knowing and tell him about it a few days in advance (or hours if he's that way) and tell him you'll take him and he has to go. However, this guy solely should be in control of his own life, and it's his choice to treat his body like crap. However I can see you care about him. Good luck!

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