Bodybuilder Dies From Squatting

[@chezyalegend4867]

"You don't win medals in the gym". That's gotta sink in deep. There are limits and I understand limits can be broken but people need to understand that limits can break you as well. Heartbreaking what happened. Sincere condolences to the man's family.

[@WenningStrength]

🙏🙏🙏

[@ChildofGod3712]

A man’s gotta know his limitations -Clint Eastwood

[@shub9008]

as one of the best coaches in the world who is one of the best squatters in the world, you should write a training manual for kids or complete beginners in which you explain step by step how to learn perfect technique over a long period of time without getting injuries, but above all what is necessary and what muscles need to be built before you can even start squats, i.e. if someone doesn’t even have hamstrings or proper abs and glutes. Such a beginner squat manual would be awesome and would help everyone, whether it's a high school kid just starting out in their careers or a senior who is starting out later in life and wants to benefit from squats

[@WenningStrength]

We are working on a beginner part of the website with tutorial videos 💯💯💯

[@machado7763]

@@WenningStrength such a manual would be a really big legacy

[@cheeks138]

@@WenningStrength I think it's better if you create something that people can hold in their hands, that a kid can read through and then know exactly what to do instead of watching videos. A physical book or printable with a proper schedule of exercises, sets, reps, like your other manuals

[@monad40]

@@WenningStrength I agree with the other guys. I would also like something I can take to the gym with me, a plan

[@danielghesquiere2000]

@@WenningStrength yes please, please make a squat manual with a proper regression and progression plan for beginners. I really need this in our school because some kids can´t execute a proper bodyweight squat . I would of course buy more copies to support the wenning brand. thanks

[@jamesmccarty2776]

I'm so sorry to hear about the lifted that broke his neck. Everything you said about learning technique with belt squats and as soon as a lifters technique starts to break down, don't continue to increase the weight STOP. I've completed with the best weightlifting and Powerlifting coach's in the World,from all the way back in the early 70s. When I started I used a broom stick until my coach( Herb Glossbrenner) thought it was time to go to the bar. Like you said,your not competing in the gym.To many lifters leave their best lifts in the gym. I completed in a little over 300 competitions in weightlifting and Powerlifting , because of my coach's I had very few injuries in my career. My 1st meet was in 74 last in 2015. It has caused some problems that I have now, I don't know many competitive lifter that don't have some back, hip, knee or something along that line after years of competition. Again I'm sorry to hear about that terrible accident. Thank you for bringing some very important issues on safe training to the story.

[@WenningStrength]

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[@brandimuetze]

So blessed to be learning the right way on a Wenning belt squat. Technique over weight. Thank you for keeping us on the proper path 🙌👏

[@WenningStrength]

🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@soolly357]

Sad to see it happen. The best thing now is to use this as an example of what not to do. To respect your body & what your abilities are.

[@bendalebarbell2612]

I train alone and always use safety straps. Right from when I start warming up with just the bar. Even if it's a lighter weight, a freak thing like a muscle or tendon injury could turn catastrophic

[@WenningStrength]

Yep 🎯🎯🎯

[@iseaflames]

I have the general rule I got from my coach if you can't get it off the rack lift it twice a rack it safely it's too much weight. 😂

[@badralyousuf2089]

Squat didn't kill him, his ego did 😢

[@badralyousuf2089]

@JohnnytNatural if you need a spotter from the get going, that means the weight is beyond your capability! Ego training ✋️

[@Mat69420k]

@@badralyousuf2089 he was maxing out

[@GraysonAugustine]

Pushing your limits isn't ego lifting. Stop being a bitch

[@josecamacho877]

@@badralyousuf2089I get spotters often almost every session since I enjoy doing 2-4 rep ranges and if I do more thank god and if I struggle with even one my spotter has me not ego just different methods to training

[@glendybaez3683]

@@badralyousuf2089 bro it doesn't matter how do u plan of getting stronger without resisting greater weight it was his but mostly the spotters fault yo

[@its_taps]

Excellent advice for an incident that was easily avoidable! STOP EGO LIFTING! USE PROPER FORM!

[@WenningStrength]

💯💯💯💯

[@jrmckinney3732]

He died doing his favorite thing on his favorite day of the week, leg day. RIP

[@kwhuisman]

The spotting at most meets is easily as dangerous, lifters can't dump heavy weights from their shoulders without harming the spotters. We have seen some weird bails when a lifter can't get the weight. Even in meets they should use safeties or chains.

[@WenningStrength]

Agreed and the top ones do

[@Domesticgoddess12]

Thank you guys so much for pointing out the key points of safety!!!!

[@linodejesus2092]

The weight is meant to be used inside the rack, not outside, there are safety bars on the sides for a reason.

[@WenningStrength]

💯💯💯💯

[@clomputech]

As I always say, technique over weight always! Using an extremely heavy weight won't allow you to do the exercises correctly, all of you out there just try it out and lift light in the right position and you will feel it. Repetition will give you the gain you need if do it the right way with the right weight.

[@WenningStrength]

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[@michaelalali-goodnews3154]

@@WenningStrength exactly! Patience is KEY! BUILD UP YOUR STRENGTH GRADUALLY UNTIL YOUR BODY HAS THE STRENGTH AND RESISTANCE TO DO IT.

[@donfrazier8103]

When did get the jab? People All over the world are dropping dead from exerting after the Covid-19 shot. Eg. Police officers, pilots, bus drivers, athletes etc . The truth is out there, and the info and research is coming out on this coverup.

[@michaellawson7554]

Great advice

[@coachrob2745]

Ego lifts smh

[@linodejesus2092]

If you notice, the rack has holes on both sides, that's bc you the metal safety bars are inserted, not removed

[@WenningStrength]

🎯🎯🎯🎯

[@JahRasta01]

Lol the "Soviets" I love this guy

[@nicolemartinez3897]

I have worked out at a gym like that I don’t know much about extreme weight lifting but hearing your information education makes so much sense so why isn’t more gym setting your quality standards??!! Great vid!! Branch out set the standard!! Awesome video❤

[@christianbolt5761]

Bad all around. - Chose to try too much weight. - Enlisted a guy who was clueless about spotting the squat - Did not have any type of safety equipment in place.

[@WenningStrength]

🎯🎯🎯🎯

[@edwinasuncion8482]

We see,some bodybuilders builds muscle,but their brain shrinks.

[@WenningStrength]

😂😂😂

[@David-up7rv]

YES YOU ARE SO RIGHT AN NOT EVER ONE CAN BE A POWER LIFTER! THANKS WHAT YALL ARE DOING IT WILL SAVES LIVES .

[@WenningStrength]

I sure hope

[@avariceinvestments]

Some great wisdom right there. Well said gentlemen. Sorry to hear about the young man who had the accident. RIP🙏

[@WenningStrength]

🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@blackparade1157]

So right. Safety first

[@WenningStrength]

💯💯💯

[@johnhardin6969]

I lift at home, alone, and ALWAYS use safety rails in my benches and squats. I can adjust them perfectly to catch the weight without injuring myself.

[@kevinstewart8876]

Sending prayers up for the family. This is really sad man! People! Please be safe in he gyms

[@Jagd_Adventures]

A tragic and totally avoidable incident.

[@WenningStrength]

Very much so!!

[@ayalave75]

The most troubling part of this is the guy was a personal trainer, so he was attempting to teach others how to squat!

[@ZEvenEsh]

I posted a video on this as well, if we have a pro bodybuilder dying, and choosing the wrong, Waits, lacking the knowledge on how to walk out the bar, or had to dump the bar, his spot, or does not know how to spot, why do we have incoming freshmen at high schools being tested on the one rep max, imagine if we have video footage of what that looks like!! I’ve been saying this for many years now, we need qualified coaches, especially at the high school level, because when this is done wrong, people are actually dying, this is an absolute tragic events and heartbreaking for his family, the unfortunate reality is, it can happen to a teenager because of an on educated coach

[@mattwenning2164]

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[@HapillyMe]

I used to be a personal trainer, and we were told to walk around the gym floor, and if we see people not working out properly, politely show them how to do the exercise properly. One day, l saw this guy, his form was horrible! And he had on too much weight, so l explained to him how to do the workout properly, he completely ignored what l showed him! He saw that l was a woman, and had to save face. Guys, your ego is not worth an injury!!! If personal trainers are trying to help you whether they are a man or a woman trainer, it's because we don't want you to get an injury, or die!!! We've been trained on how to work out properly, and we are there to help you thrive. Put aside your ego.

[@WenningStrength]

Great point

[@bronxmosthated1]

You make people want to go to your gym. Thank you

[@WenningStrength]

💯💯💯💯 here’s the closest thing wenningstrength.com/matt-wenning-patreon/

[@bronxmosthated1]

@@WenningStrength thank you

[@batataandshawarmalover]

Not using safety arms/straps is what killed him. Something can always go wrong, even with lighter weights, even when you're experienced. You NEED safety arms/straps. Even 225lbs, a weight most advanced guys use literally to mobilize their depth at the bottomy ie sub 50%, is still heavy enough to injure you if something goes badly wrong. IMO we should be forcing novices to learn how to use safety equipment properly, for Bench and Squat, even if they're only squatting 135lbs.

[@mattwenning2164]

🎯🎯🎯🎯

[@thetonemob]

That’s a fact

[@williamlawlor7445]

Sure thing.

[@cherubimcherubim9515]

His ego killed him.

[@WenningStrength]

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[@sarahleach2493]

SO relieved I got to learn this the safe way!

[@gpool10]

I never really thought of squats as dangerous. This opened my eyes. I feel so bad for him he was obviosly strong and working hard on his physique. but his accident may help thousands like me keep it fun and safe. on higher rep squats i would go out of the cage or takeoff from some other equipment. not anymore. safety pins for me everytime, even if im a lightweight.

[@WenningStrength]

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[@SR-kx5er]

Squat. Dead lifts, benches, are extremely dangerous if done incorrectly or to much weight.

[@Tenshi_ZA]

I've always been very afraid of squats. I've hurt my own back with it once, luckily I was young enough that I completely recovered. But I've learned a big lesson. Now ill rather do more reps than add more weight. And I get very nervous around 80+ kilograms

[@SR-kx5er]

@Tenshi_ZA I would say just do with light weight if your worry. I hurt my back on a Smith machine. Well, it was a pre-existing condition, but squats never affected it only the linear movement of a Smith machine.

[@Tenshi_ZA]

@@SR-kx5er well I don't mind heavy but there's a stupid heavy where it gets scary. Like one mistake and something breaks. So I only do heavy if I know I can totally control it. Yeah I stay away from linear machines

[@benm7036]

This is exactly what people need to hear…excellent post!

[@WenningStrength]

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[@twinboys6401]

I want to lift weights in my 60’s and terrified of hurting myself. You make perfect sense with technique before weights. Where is your gym located?

[@WenningStrength]

We online coach guys just like you constantly www.Wenningstrength.com My gym is in Columbus OH

[@jimmyg5408]

Form and ego aside could have lifted inside the rack and used the safety bars

[@WenningStrength]

Perhaps. Or use weights you can actually do

[@ivandrago1133]

Well, to be perfectly honest, he didn't die from squatting, he died while squatting. Soon as he started his walk out, I knew that was a weight he had no business having on his shoulders.

[@timmy22withan38]

Yes, correct, force on safety! Not watch whole video stop at 1:15 Main reason have people that qualified personnel helping me medical behavior behavior technician doing this with me besides that track back from job corp training will not de-arrive from core principles of each exercise program base on safety level of comfort which managed adjusted overtime . Main reason don't like people play with body wrong exercising which creates serious issues. While sitting trying figure appropriate techniques get warm up and safety lifted no strain no struggle nice smooth delivery safety latches their for reason like man said

[@WenningStrength]

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[@Invictus13666]

Title should probably be more like “ego kills another bodybuilder” or “pursuit of instagram clout kills influencer” Good take Matt. Much better than the handwringing vids flooding my feed the past few days. 👍🏽

[@WenningStrength]

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[@KAJlogic]

Most gyms I've been to have a squat rack with safeties.

[@WenningStrength]

Safety’s only work if your arms can be that narrow

[@KAJlogic]

@@WenningStrength If you youtube Brian Shaw's video '903LB SQUAT SESSION!' That is the same dimensions squat setup and safety ropes that most gyms I have been to have. But, I honestly don't know much about it.

[@rimmfrost]

The kids are eager to get a pr on instagram....whatever it takes!

[@WenningStrength]

Understood if it’s impressive- but to a real lifter it’s not even a solid bench - so be technical

[@timothyhosek3551]

I know nothing about correctly lifting weights or squating weigjts, especially on the world class level. But NO ONE should loose their life doing this.

[@WenningStrength]

Bound to happen

[@joantorres3309]

I once saw a video of a woman squatting and really struggling. She stood up and her arm snapped in half. 😬🤦🏻‍♀️

[@spencerosei2616]

Form is king

[@mattwenning2164]

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[@bbszabi]

I have a DIY squat rack made of wood beams and and the first thing I made for it were proper spotter arms. It can hold 1000+ lb wihtout a squeak. I take no chances when it comes to safety. The bench I have has no safety arms, so I made some stackable boxes that can be used for many purposes in the gym - I stack them to the proper height below the plates and voila, bench spotters! If the rep fails I just flatten my back, rest the plates on the boxes and slide out under the bar.

[@mattwenning2164]

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[@JohnSmith-cz3us]

I also train at home and have a power rack with safety bars. I have them set when squatting and benching as well. For benching I have it set so that I have to lift my chest up otherwise on the descent the bar will bang against the safety bars instead of touching my chest. So if I ever fail I just depress my back as you said and the safety bar will take it.

[@bbszabi]

@@JohnSmith-cz3us This is the second stupid squat death I see in the last 2 years, both could have been easily avoided. Who knows how many really die each year choking or crushing themselves to death on the bench, or breaking their necks with failed squats. And still, weight training is among the safest sports :)

[@utubeskreename9516]

​@@bbszabiI suspect there are FAR MORE. It's just not good business for major commercial gyms to allow the publicity.

[@joshrunge2238]

Well spoken...take notes👏💪

[@willschwabenbauer2577]

I dont care if its in the weld shop or at any gym in the world, SAFTEY IS #1!! Problem is a lot of people dont feel the need to apply saftey in the gym cause you're not running a 10 ton crane, a torch, ect. No, bullshit. Any activity that can get you fucked up MUST be done with saftey minded person.

[@mattwenning2164]

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[@Jerry-x1u]

I would always use the squat racks that have the safety bars or whatever they are called where you could fall but it would catch the barbell. It seems that might’ve saved that dude’s life.

[@Michelle-414]

I never got comfortable with the rack.

[@utubeskreename9516]

​@@Michelle-414LOL what is there to be uncomfortable about??? You find your normal working depth with an empty bar, and then set the pins to just below that depth. Then you go about your workout as normal without concern that even something as common as a pulled hamstring could ruin your day/week/month or even your year.

[@Michelle-414]

@@utubeskreename9516 It just doesn't have a good, natural feel for me. But it's all I have now at Planet Fitness.

[@qwertqwertqwertqwertqwertq9531]

I rarely post comments; but; I really really appreciate for you guys pointing it out; the important of safety!!! Thank you, Thank you!!!

[@WenningStrength]

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[@gokeraji8731]

Ego lifters 🏋️‍♀️ often place themselves at risk trying to impress. Your life isn't worth it.

[@WenningStrength]

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[@707ridah]

Im sorry for eveyones loss❤ RIP 🙏

[@mattwenning2164]

🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@rogersmith7475]

I'm SO SORRY to hear this...prayers for real😭🙏

[@StephenLuisi]

I completely agree with the guy talking. But just like everything, one idiot Ruins it for everyone. Proper gear, proper training, And a gym that has rules. And A trainer that makes you follow them Are a must.

[@wally5592]

I initially thought this was clickbait but more young people need to listen to this dude. Don't kill yourself for followers and likes. The only reason that 500lbs was on the rack was because of the camera. I'm almost 40 and at my prime I would have NEVER tried something like that. Every one has lost their minds in search of fame.

[@WenningStrength]

It’s a sad time. And no wants wants to listen

[@georgehill7881]

And The Almighty Dollar !

[@RayCruz-z3f]

This help thanks

[@djsubliminalreeve]

by the looks of things the guy can squat heavy but some people underestimate what felt light last week might be very heavy the next. I have gone to the gym a few times squatted and the same weight felt horrid and I had to tense for my life to get out of the bottom and this I why I dont do low reps anymore as I cant risk it with my condition of fibromyalgia. I still go heavy but mostly leg press, lunges, hack squat or just high rep goblet squats. it's not worth the risk sometimes and we have to just go lighter if your having a bad week or even not squat at all and work on other movements like lunges or cossack squats for mobility.

[@jonahjameson272]

Man his spotter behind him should have pulled a side off and to the back was the only way to salvage the situation

[@user-qk8tp1wb2n]

So true

[@WenningStrength]

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[@jacksonfev]

Hate when people use spotters that are of absolutely no use. Just use safety bars.

[@dr.riccoimpastato9770]

True words Brother!

[@mattwenning2164]

💪💪💪💪

[@echostrail181]

I worked out at hme,my heart ❤ n condolences

[@WenningStrength]

🙏🙏🙏

[@breal3023]

Let's just start with why he lifted it outside of the cage...and I totally agree with lifting 135 x 20 x 4 with a deep perfect form instead of 500 for a few.

[@bigd9526]

The guy that taught me squats said form is the most important thing with any weight training I saw a guy blow his shoulders with only like 150 pounds because his form was messed up

[@WenningStrength]

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[@kevinpartridge1527]

Technique is very important, and for me, I like doing wall squats; that way my back is rested against the wall, squat down, and stay in that position for let's say a minute. Much safer when you think about it.

[@WenningStrength]

👍👍👍

[@michaelbeever7592]

A Man's got to know his limitations!!

[@caveman8389]

Great tips👍

[@WenningStrength]

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[@utubeskreename9516]

The spotter didn't even do it right. Supposed to be wrapping his abominal area to increase his intraabdominal pressure and help upright his torso while decreasing the load resistance his leg muscles are dealing with.

[@bronxmosthated1]

Thank you Very informative

[@mattwenning2164]

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[@edgargerman7068]

@Matt Wenning's Very good explanation 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@Bornelvibe]

Yes indeed! Too many times people want to "RUSH IT" to get to highest levels which long-term is sadly to their own detriment. Skipping all the vital steps, building blocks that you clearly laid out. Need more videos like these!

[@utubeskreename9516]

I back squatted 365 (at 165lbs) and was never worried about anything like this happening because I had the squat rack pins set just to below parallel. Not rocket science.

[@Seekingtruth-mx3ur]

Solid advice.

[@clarkg5946]

Good points in this video & safety first in the gym. But I take issue at 0:17, Wenning says, "What broke his neck is not even a good bench press." Wasn't the guy only around 175 pounds and dies trying to squat 464? You telling me a 175 pound guy benching 464 is not a good bench press? 2.65 times bodyweight is not a good bench press? Correct me if I am wrong but I don't think Wenning ever did 2.65 times his body weight in the raw bench press.

[@WenningStrength]

I meant a squat - and no my old coach Tim smith benched 500 raw at 181 so no a 450 squat isn’t impressive

[@clarkg5946]

@@WenningStrength gotcha, squat makes sense. For some reason I thought you were taking a shot at lighter lifters not able to bench 500...lol.

[@thepowerofjeans]

I was thinking that too lol Glad he cleared it up

[@txlonghorn638]

A 464 squat is indeed impressive!

[@derekboudreau3756]

Hey. Reality is . Now listen if your the spotter you need to be strong enough to lift the weight by yourself or you NEED a second spotter.

[@angelicabell9231]

I don’t know all of the details and haven’t seen the video itself, but a lot of this stuff has to do with social media imo. Or the culture it’s created. I’m almost positive that this person has a social media account with a great following or he was working towards it. It’s like the way a lot of people are just traveling to stamp their passport AND show everyone it’s been stamped. Like, oh I went to 10 countries in 10 days! Like, really? Did you EXPERIENCE culture in any of them? It’s the same with fitness now. So many people mainly do it to have something to post online and get quick results. One of you mentioned you don’t get a medal in the gym, but for a lot of people, social media likes and follows are equivalent to a medal. Netflix has a Black Mirror episode that relates to the crazy desperation social media has created.

[@WenningStrength]

Agreed

[@mikehuff9793]

One of the first things I learned in highschool power lifting is safety awareness. If you can’t manage the weight, you shouldn’t be spotting. TWO egos are to blame here. I single spotter from the back is what a personal trainer does to help the avg gym members with their form. On lifts like squats where big weight is being pushed for PR, two spotters that can catch and handle that weight is required. Unless they and the other spotters know they can easily manage the weight together, they shouldn’t be spotting. I don’t know what that guy thought he was gonna accomplish back there. Unless he could stand there Mike Metzger style and catch that 450 in a static curl, he was just in the way

[@bigmacharbingerofthegoodne2105]

I was taught by experts how to lift properly. I preached that to my so. I said if don’t have a spotter don’t lift. My son went lifting with his cousins. I told my son don’t touch weights until you can do 200 consecutive pushups. More to test his commitment than anything. So these knuckleheads get together and immediately his cousins start challenging him to try 200 pounds. He tries and of course her tears his pectoralis major in two. He works for a large hospital in our state thankfully. I started lifting with him recently. All I taught him was technique. I also taught him slow reps and breathing. Not screaming breathing. Negative resistance lifting. Sorry I can’t think of the technical term for it. I’m too lazy to google.

[@letigidou8660]

The end game goal of the gym is to make yourself healthier and/or stronger, or to look great. For some it's to achieve something that takes a lot of work and a long time to prove to themselves they can do something great. Similar to learning music. When you finally make clear progress you can be proud of yourself. Lifting way more than you can handle doesn't help with any of those reasons 😔 Stay safe, remember your goals.

[@robertchalfant7233]

So true! You nailed it! Perfect form then start adding the weight.

[@mattwenning2164]

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[@southali]

Agree with everything this man said. When I was fortunate enough to meet someone who had proper squat knowledge, I went bodyweight only to learn proper form.

[@WenningStrength]

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[@tspaziovirtuale3615]

These machines you show to prepare for squats alone not existing in my gym or any gym I have ever committed to before.. Is there another way to prepare or learn good posture before doing squats with heavy weights??

[@WenningStrength]

Yep all kinds of ways

[@shaheemtaylor960]

When dealing with heavy weight u need a spotter. Lifters have to be realistic if u know the weight is getting heavy get someone to spot u.

[@JohnDaley-p3i]

I'm 64 years old now but in my thirties I could squat 500 no knee wraps 2 x clean technique is everything also one of my close friends had witnessed it

[@shaneroelofs9800]

Love this advice.

[@WenningStrength]

🙏🙏🙏

[@MeowMatee]

As someone w long femurs and scoliosis , I replaced squats with hip thrust,Bulgarian split squats , and lunges , deadlift variations .

[@WenningStrength]

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[@WenningStrength]

Consider a belt squat machine as well 💯

[@kianamartesmartes3007]

Is there anything I can do besides the belt squat? It hurts my hips so bad!

[@WenningStrength]

Suck it up buttercup:))

[@midnightshout69]

All of the fault lies with the lifter and I agree with the points made in the video but why in the hell is the spotter trying to bicep curl 200kg, even worse if he's touching the entire descent. So many scenarios where this tragedy could've been avoided.

[@mattwenning2164]

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[@Leesadventure]

Back squat. Not neck squat. Absolutely gutting to see something like that happen. The guy was no newb and was in incredibly good shape. Just shows how easily it can go wrong.

[@WenningStrength]

Def a newbie to squats

[@jamesshaw3622]

Where can I learn about proper safety and form? What gym brand/franchise are normally great with safety?

[@WenningStrength]

We will post more videos

[@jamesshaw3622]

@WenningStrength thank you so much!

[@xtceeee1]

The man behind him killed him because he did not support well

[@Catracks3]

We have safety bars on the racks. Our coaches watch form closely. I’m up to 100 pounds. It should have never gotten to that point, but would it made a difference if he had let the weights go behind his back and fell back instead? In my case, the bar is way down on my shoulders. Of course our safety rails would have caught it. People, don’t get lazy and ditch good form and safety measures.

[@WenningStrength]

👍👍👍👍

[@ozziejim8472]

Unfortunately, gyms are where egos can run wild and people will cheer you on.

[@WenningStrength]

See it all the time. Hell even with guys the come get assessments - their partners cheer them on even when form breaks

[@McMeatBag]

The spotter killed him. All the spotter did was hold the bar and block the bar from falling off of his back when he fell backwards.

[@BeaterCar]

I also read the spotter is also the gym owner

[@michaelderenne9838]

Nah he killed himself with his ego. That spotter couldn't help him with that weight anyway. Should have had spotter arms

[@011keepers]

It's all these fake fitness people doing dumb stuff for attention, like Wenning said I rather watch a person do strict dwuats with 225 than someone do a wasted squat form with 1000lbs...

[@mattwenning2164]

The spotter didn’t kill him - he wasn’t ready for those weights - and you never dump the bar

[@SwoleTown]

The spotter didn’t kill him.. he chose to squat that much. The spotter, I’m sure, feels aweful.. and most people wouldn’t have known how to handle that situation properly. Lot of experts all of a sudden

[@lisaw6219]

What was he training for? A spot on the Avengers???

[@rangerthederpgoat2326]

I've seen this a few times over the past few days and it makes me sick to my stomach. There is so much wrong with everything in it; why attempt a lift you're clearly not comfortable with in that setup, no spotter arms at minimum, why have a single spotter on that weight that is heavy for you, why have a spotter that you don't trust/know with a weight you're not comfortable with, piss poor bar placement, his stance for this situation was not ideal, not being prepared for a bail, just so much.

[@mattwenning2164]

🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@ToddChapman-m8t]

Damn.

[@noel3238]

Good morning man. If you could please answer this one question for me, how are Chinese lifters so strong if they train with lifting straps to train

[@WenningStrength]

They started off very young - the development is much different in timeline - at an advanced level it can be a training tool but for many it’s a crutch

[@noel3238]

@@WenningStrength Roger that! Thank you as always for the great information!

[@JohnWalker-pc8qm]

Sorry I guy passed away Hopefully these facts spoken save someone else

[@shaunigothictv1003]

Amazing video.

[@chrisbarrows6500]

👍👍👍

[@PaulBaksy]

Social media has exploded with all this stuff,this is a dangerous game, if people want to do this batter in but make sure you have educated experienced people about you.this is tragic

[@WenningStrength]

🏆🏆🏆

[@Pibodabo]

So when Matt posts an educational video or something that could actually help people and make them train smarter and possibly save someone's life that video gets nowhere near the traction it deserves but when a tragedy happens and he shares his thoughts on it it all of a sudden gets millions of views!? That's a weird world we're living in...

[@WenningStrength]

Yep and people wonder why channels lose content