LIFESTYLE
Big accident during weightlifting in the gym, young man narrowly escaped death while doing bench press! Do not make such mistake
Weightlifting in the gym is beneficial for health, but if heavy weights are lifted without the right technique and proper supervision, it can prove to be very dangerous.
Weightlifting in the gym is beneficial for health, but if heavy weights are lifted without the right technique and proper supervision, it can prove to be extremely dangerous. Recently, a similar incident came to light in which a young man's life was in danger while doing bench press.
In this video going viral on social media, a well-built young man is seen doing bench press. But in a few seconds the situation becomes dangerous when he fails to lift the heavy barbell. The young man tries to lift the barbell above his chest, but gets stuck due to the heavy weight. A woman present there immediately comes forward to help, but she too is seen struggling to lift the heavy weight.
The situation worsens when the barbell slips from the young man's chest and falls on his neck. Meanwhile, a young girl, who was wearing salwar-kameez, was constantly trying to help him. This few seconds video is a lesson for all those who do heavy weightlifting in the gym without any training or spotter.
Always have a Good spotter while lifting PR's on Bench press:
— Home ke Kalesh (@gharkekalesh) February 10, 2025
People's reaction
After the video went viral, many people reacted to it. One user wrote that this young man was very lucky, he saw death very closely. It is necessary to have a strong personal trainer, this is not an option. At the same time, another person wrote that if he had asked to remove the weight plates immediately, this situation would not have been so terrible. It was a big mistake that an untrained person was asked for spotting.
Why is lifting heavy weights without supervision dangerous?
* Risk of serious injury: Weightlifting with the wrong technique can lead to muscle tears, bone injuries and spinal injuries.
* Risk of asphyxiation: If the weight is released during bench press, it can come down on the neck and chest, causing breathing problems.
* Psychological pressure: Lifting heavy weights without a trainer can increase nervousness and panic, which increases the chances of losing control during exercise.
* Unbalanced muscle development: Weightlifting with the wrong technique without a professional trainer can make some parts of the body stronger while others remain weak.
How to avoid such dangerous mistakes?
* Always take the help of a good trainer or spotter, especially when lifting heavy weights.
* Warm up before lifting weights and adopt the correct technique.
* Increase the weight gradually, do not make the mistake of lifting heavy weights suddenly.
* Use safety equipment like weightlifting belt and wrist support.
* If you feel that the weight is too much, immediately ask for help and adopt a strategy to remove the plates to protect yourself.
Disclaimer: Dear reader, thank you for reading this news. This news has been written only to make you aware. We have taken the help of general information in writing this. If you read anything related to your health anywhere, then definitely consult a doctor before adopting it.
