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Indonesian fitness influencer, Justyn Vicky, aged 33, died tragically when a barbell he attempted to lift broke his neck at a gym in Bali. The accident occurred during a squat press, and despite emergency treatment, he couldn't be saved. Tributes poured in for the inspiring figure in the fitness community.
Tragedy struck the fitness community on July 15 when 33-year-old Indonesian fitness influencer, Justyn Vicky, lost his life in a horrifying accident at a gym in Bali. As a viral video circulated on social media, the devastating incident unfolded during a squat press attempt with a barbell on his shoulders.
In the video, Justyn Vicky is seen attempting to lift an immense 210-kilogram weight at the Paradise Bali gym. However, as he went into the squat position, he encountered difficulties standing back up, as reported by various media outlets. Struggling to hold the weight, he tragically fell backward into a sitting position, with the barbell landing on the back of his neck. During this terrible moment, his spotter, the person responsible for providing assistance and support during weightlifting, also lost balance and fell backward with him.
Accident was severe
The consequences of the accident were severe, as it left Justyn Vicky with a broken neck and critical compression of vital nerves connecting to his heart and lungs, according to reports. Vicky was immediately rushed to the hospital, he underwent an emergency operation in a desperate bid to save his life. However, despite the medical team's efforts, he tragically succumbed to his injuries, leaving the fitness world in shock and mourning.