“Don’t Think I Wanna Be a Bodybuilder Anymore”: Amid Multiple Devastating Deaths Bodybuilding World Terrified by Horrors Unleashed by the Sport

The bodybuilding world is mourning the loss of Justyn Vicky. This devastating news comes after, already losing Jo Lindner and Gustavo Badell. Earlier, another national bodybuilding champion, Catalin Stefanescu, passed away while on a fishing trip. Shockwaves of grief have gripped the fitness community, with so many young bodybuilders leaving the world too soon. Their absence has saddened friends, family, and the world of bodybuilding.

On Saturday, personal coach Justyn Vicky passed away while trying to perform squats with 400 lbs weights. Followers paid tribute to Vicky and raised important questions about lifting beyond one’s capacity. The physically demanding sport is proving to be too much for some, causing tremors of fear in the fitness community.

Justyn Vicky leaves the bodybuilding world in shock after his sudden demise

Earlier, the Twitter handle, Daily Loud, informed followers of the terrible news with the caption, “Bodybuilder Justyn Vicky dead at 33 after 400-pound weight breaks neck.” It was just another usual day for Vicky when he went to his regular “Paradise Gym” in Bali. The 33-year-old decided to squat with close to 400 lbs with one spotter standing behind him.

However, the exercise proved catastrophic for the personal trainer as he faltered with the weights. The weight bar fell on his neck, compressing his nerves and snapping the neck. People immediately took him to the hospital but to no avail. The dreadful injury proved too much for the fitness enthusiast. Friends and family have taken to social media to pay their homage to Vicky. Paradise Gym also posted a heart-wrenching tribute to Vicky that celebrated his achievements as a trainer.

Social Media post draws a barrage of responses pointing to young bodybuilders passing too soon

Netizens remembered Vicky as a sociable and energetic person with a deep passion for fitness. However, the Twitter post garnered a mixed bag of responses from followers. Distressed by the grim news, one follower commented, 

Similarly, another person said,

However, most followers pointed to a worrying trend of newcomers trying to lift heavy weights without supervision. They were concerned with the spotter’s position when Justyn was performing the exercise. Concerned netizens also reflected on a lackadaisical approach to safety during workouts. One commenter added,

Fans are already reeling under the demise of fitness influencer Jo Lindner, due to an aneurysm. Joesthetics was just thirty years old.  51 years old Gustavo Badell, who competed against legends, Ronnie Coleman and Jay Cutler also left the world this month. The bodybuilding world is devastated and many are even reconsidering the sport. Training is proving to be risky for youth.

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Adding to the slew of mishaps, in another freak accident, a 30-year-old Romanian athlete drowned in a shallow 3 feet lake. The abrupt loss of young and promising bodybuilders made netizens ponder,

Another fan added,

As the follower pointed out, it is time for mourning the loss. One also needs to reflect on the events that have transpired recently. Our prayers go to the departed soul and his loved ones. The tragic incident should also be a reminder to upcoming bodybuilders to be careful of every workout and routine followed, as unexpected incidents occur.

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