In bodybuilding, even the most experienced fitness freaks can find themselves in dangerous situations while pushing their bodies to the extreme. A similar situation arrived for the 65-year-old celebrity coach Lesley Maxwell. The famous fitness enthusiast recently found herself in a dangerous situation while working out in the gym all alone. 

The incident has been making a lot of headlines as it has highlighted the potential risk associated with intense workouts. 

Lesley Maxwell’s fear of not having a spotter around

The renowned fitness expert and coach recently took to Instagram to share a video. In the video, she could be seen performing bench press reps with a total weight of 88 lbs. However, while the video, initially seemed like an inspiring display of her strength and determination, it was the accompanying caption that caught people’s attention.

In her caption, Lesley revealed that she was executing the last reps of her workout and encountered a potentially dangerous situation. “Getting the last reps out of my training session tonight,” she wrote in the post. She struggled to maintain the balance of the weight during the final repetitions due to muscle fatigue. 

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Lesley admitted that this instance highlighted the importance of having a training partner or spotter to ensure safety during intense workouts. She wrote, “Times like these you need a training partner or a spotter!” In a momentary lapse, the weight threatened to overpower her, potentially resulting in a catastrophic outcome. Fortunately, Lesley regains her composure and completes the lift on her own. However, this is not the first time her workout regime has made headlines. 

The brutal upper-body workout tip by Lesley Maxwell

The popular fitness coach often posts to inspire her fans with her unwavering commitment to fitness and her ability to push boundaries. Almost three weeks ago, she shared a video on a social media platform showcasing a grueling upper-body workout exercise. The video depicted her performing chest dips, a challenging exercise known for its effectiveness in building upper body strength and sculpting the triceps. And fans flooded the comments section with words of admiration and encouragement. 

What sets Lesley Maxwell apart from many other fitness enthusiasts is her ability to consistently engage and inspire her audience. The recent incident highlighted that despite the difficulty in maintaining balance, she refused to give up, took things into her hands, and ultimately managed to deal with it.

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