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China’s famous bodybuilding champion Wang Kun has died at the age of 30. The cause of death is believed to be a heart related problem. But he stayed away from alcohol, cigarettes and unhealthy habits, so how did he develop heart problems? Did excessive workout cause this or is the reason something else? First let us know who Wang Kun was.
Wang was one of the best in bodybuilding, winning eight consecutive national bodybuilding championship titles. He gave priority to physical training and lived a disciplined life.
What was the cause of death?
Dr. Ajit Jain in the Department of Cardiology at Rajiv Gandhi Hospital, Delhi. It is said that the reasons for the deaths will be known only after medical examination. But in the last few years, among those doing bodybuilding heart attack Cases have increased. There may not be just one reason for this but many. For example, after the Covid virus, clots are forming in people’s hearts, even if a person is fit, eats well and does exercise, he gets this problem. Due to formation of blood clots, blood does not flow properly in the heart. This puts pressure on the heart. This can cause heart attack.
Another reason is that in order to build body, some people take high doses of steroids and do so for years. Steroids also affect the heart. It can cause cardiac arrest in some cases, although it does not cause it directly, but it definitely affects the function of the heart. Overdose can cause heart failure. In the last few years, there have been cases where overdose resulted in heart failure or attack.
Does excessive workout weaken the heart?
Dr. Jain says that not too much workout, but suddenly doing heavy workout can affect the heart. Lifting heavy weight can put excessive pressure on the heart. Due to this, the heart muscles become thick and the risk of abnormal heartbeat increases. If a person does heavy workout for a long time then he may be at risk, although the possibility of this is less. The main reasons are formation of blood clots and overdose of steroids.
What things must be kept in mind?
Never do heavy workout suddenly
Take steroids only on doctor’s advice
take care of your diet
Do not take mental stress