?I Will Literally Cry?: Bodybuilding World Stands Strong With 1968 Mr. Universe Winner A.K.A Quadfather, for a Facial Condition Some Believe Is Akin to Sylvester Stallone?s

Everyone remembers champions, and bodybuilding is no exception. Some of the most popular a bodybuilder of all time are the ones who have won multiple Mr. Olympias. Arnold Schwarzenegger, Lee Haney, Dorian Yates, Ronnie Coleman, and others are often part of the G.O.A.T. conversation. However, some have left their mark despite never winning the Mr. Olympia. Bodybuilding legend Tom Platz is among those bodybuilders.

While the 1968 Mr. Universe winner never won the Mr. Olympia contest, he remains a relevant figure in the bodybuilding community. Even today, many fans say that Platz had the best legs in bodybuilding history. However, recently the 68-year-old suffered a health scare. It caused one side of his mouth to droop, akin to Sylvester Stallone’s condition. As he battles the side-effect, the bodybuilding world stands with Tom Platz.

What happened to Tom Platz?

Bodybuilding YouTube channel AEG Fitness uploaded footage of Tom Platz explaining what happened. In the clip, the 68-year-old said many people have asked him why he was speaking?“like Stallone.”?The Quadfather then confessed he pushed his body beyond its limit.?“I overtrained”?said Platz. However, overtraining didn’t cause nerve damage to his face.

In his original Instagram video, the bodybuilding icon said that over-training weakened his body, and he contracted a stomach infection. The combined effects resulted in Platz getting Bell’s Palsy. The condition affected the nerves of his facial muscles, causing temporary paralysis. Platz also said that in the beginning, he couldn’t even move his mouth.

However, Platz is battling the side-effect and said the condition will resolve itself in a few weeks. Despite his assurance, concerned fans sent their prayers.

Fans of the bodybuilding legend showed their support

The comments section of the YouTube video was filled with people hoping for the icon’s speedy recovery.?“I will literally cry if something happens to Tom. He is my idol. Get well soon Champ,”?wrote an emotional fan. A second fan echoed the same sentiment.?“Get well soon man. You?re an inspiration to many, myself included,”?the fan commented.

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One fan gave Platz the ultimate compliment.?“We absolutely love you Tom Platz you are an American treasure, sir,”?the fan wrote. Another fan said,?“I’m praying for you.”?However, one individual left a hopeful comment.?“Tom, I had it and it went away after two weeks. Everyone is different that gets it. I hope you recover quickly,” the commenter said.

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