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The world of bodybuilding and fitness has recently mourned the untimely deaths of multiple prominent figures such as Jo Lindner and Justyn Vicky. However, before their deaths, these entities did leave an impact on the industry by motivating millions of people from around the globe. It becomes crucial to reflect on their contribution and to celebrate their legacy. 

In an attempt to pay homage to the fallen soldiers, powerlifter and bodybuilder Larry Wheels recently posted a story on his Instagram account where he expressed his desire to hire an artist to paint one of his walls by getting a mural of all the bodybuilders who have passed recently.

Larry Wheels’ attempt to pay tribute

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In an Instagram story recently posted by Larry, he invited artists to join him in creating a mural that would honor the memory and lives of bodybuilders who are no longer among us. His story specifically mentioned Jo Lindner, who passed recently due to aneurysm. His intention behind the wall art might be to create a lasting piece of art that would help celebrate their achievements and legacies.

“Looking for an artist to paint this wall with the bodybuilders who have passed as of late! Such as @JOESTHETICS. Please DM me with your past work,” Wheels wrote in the story. 

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Wheels’ decision to create a mural for the fallen bodybuilders is much appreciable considering his own condition at the moment. Wheels is himself suffering from Rhabdomyolysis which is a fatal disease. 

Wheels shares with his fans a sad news

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Sharing the update with his fans on Instagram, he posted a heartbreaking photo of him from the hospital with IV drips attached to his hands. The bodybuilder captioned the post by saying, “I fked around and got Rhabdo. Lightheaded af.” 

Rhabdomyolysis is a serious medical condition that causes damaged muscle tissue to release its proteins into the bloodstream. The disease can even affect the kidneys, heart and can even cause permanent damage to the body.

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Wheels’ attempt to create wall art displays the interconnectedness of the entire fitness and bodybuilding community. It also displays the love and camaraderie among athletes and their influence on people’s lives.