Bodybuilders Who Went Too Far and Paid for It

Published on June 19, 2016
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Art Atwood

Wisconsin born and bred, Atwood’s first competition was in 2000, he placed first in the super-heavyweight class of the Junior USA. In 2001, he became a professional bodybuilder when he debuted at the 2001 Toronto Pro where he took first place. He was Mr. Olympia in 2002, placing 12th. Atwood also featured in many fitness and bodybuilding magazines, and even appeared on the cover of RxMuscle magazine. Most tragically, he died of a heart attack on September 11, 2011.

Art Atwood

Art Atwood

Mat Duvall

This four-time top three finisher in NPC Super-heavyweight division in the years of 1999, 2001, 2002, and coming in 1st in 2003. He later retired from bodybuilding in order to pursue a career in professional wrestling. Duvall sadly died from a heart attack in 2013, at the age of 40.

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Mat Duvall

Mat Duvall