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Renowned American fitness model and bodybuilder Joey Swoll grabbed the headlines with his regular fitness guides and workout videos. A known name in the fitness community, Joey is back in the news, but this time not for the best reasons. As it turns out, the fitness model was rushed to the hospital the day before. After undergoing emergency surgery to deal with “some genetic irregularities” with the heart, Swoll posted on his social media profile to update the fans on his health.

As soon as the post was shared, wishes and prayers poured in numbers. Sending prayers, the bodybuilding community stood in solidarity with Swoll.

Prayers poured for fitness guru Joey Swoll 

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Updating fans, Swoll earlier wrote, “I’ve been feeling a little off and having some pain now for awhile and finally decided to stop being a “tough guy” and go get it checked out.” After undergoing a check-up, he revealed that he ended up in surgery, which lasted for a few hours. Thankfully the concern was taken care of, and he was back on his feet that night.

 

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As the news was shared, Marine officer and bodybuilder Big Daddy Swoll took to the comment section to enquire, Bro, you good?” Informing everyone, “I feel great, and my heart is strong as ever,” Joey wrote further. Seven times Mr. Olympia winner Phil Heath also expressed his relief in the comment section and wrote, Glad you’re ok!!”

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Arnold Schwarzenegger‘s son Joseph Baena was also quick to join others in sending prayers. The 25-year-old commented, Heal up, brother sending prayers for your recovery!” Jay Cutler also took to the comment section to send in his prayers, I hope your recovery is ok!” IFBB bodybuilder from Bečej Milos Sarcev, too, shared his prayers and sent words of caution, Oh man. Good thing went well 🙏💪❤. Now don’t go crazy, step down… step your foot on break a little….”

Joey expressed his gratitude towards the hospital staff

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Joey suffered from a medical emergency; he quickly expressed appreciation to the medical staff. Showering them with praise, Joey thanked the cardiologist and the nurses at Hoag Hospital for taking such great care of him. He also advised his followers to get checked if they suffer from any pain or physical discomfort.

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As Fouad’ Hoss’ Abaid rightly points out,Glad you found out and are on the med!” it is thus always wise to and “better to be safe than sorry.” Do you have any special words for Joey as well? Drop your reactions in the comment section!

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