Teetering on the verge of a breakdown, Richard, a loner living with morbid obesity, gets a wake-up call after visiting his physician. As a result, Richard embarks on a challenging mission to lose weight, determined to turn over a new leaf. And before long, the sturdy stationary exercise bike in his living room becomes Richard's new best friend. However, as Richard gets in shape, intrusive thoughts creep in. What if the rampant lipids in his blood drive poor Richard crazy?
—Nick Riganas