Bodybuilding Icon Shockingly Passes Away at the Age of 63
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Bodybuilding is intended to improve human muscle growth and advance general fitness and health. Bodybuilders compete to demonstrate prominent muscular bulk, symmetry, and definition. During the 1980s and 1990, bodybuilding peaked due to iron pumpers like Arnold Schwarzenegger, Lou Ferrigno, and Ronnie Coleman. However, one star rose to fame due to his astonishing fitness-related bounding theories.
It was non-other than veteran bodybuilder Doug Brignole. With four decades of experience in bodybuilding and being a well-known author, Doug took his last breath at 63. His passion for the industry which sparked his inner strength, ended on October 14, 2022.
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The sudden demise of Dou Brignole
Brignole used to be more well-known for his proportions and shape during his career. In addition, the legend was counted as one of the bodybuilders with an intellectual approach and ground-breaking theories related to exercise.
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During his career, Brignole disapproved of routine workouts like stiff-leg deadlifts and shoulder presses. The reason for his demise is still unknown. Also, the news of his passing spread like fire on social media as the bodybuilding promoter Joe Wheatley posted the information. He wrote, “This one hurts really bad! May he rest in peace. Doug Brignole – 62 years old.”
For the past few days, Doug immersed himself in preparation for his guest appearance in the AAU Mr. Universe competition. The competition was about to take place in Las Vegas on October 22. But, even at 63, Brignole used to do heavy workout sessions as he did during his four-decade career.
Remarkable Bodybuilding career Brignole left behind
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After working hard for his bodybuilding career, he entered into teaching physical fitness and biomechanics. In addition, he became an authorized author for his two mainstream books, The Physics of Resistance Exercise (2012) and Million Dollar Muscle: A Historical and Sociological Perspective of the Fitness Industry (2020).
However, his fans remember him for his cemented legacy in his participation in the Amateur Athletic Union and National Amateur Bodybuilding Association. There are now tributes honoring Doug Brignole’s career and remembering him as an unbreakable symbol of bodybuilding and fitness. Some industry members of bodybuilding lamented the champion’s passing along with legions of admirers. Bodybuilding has lost another gem of the golden era after witnessing its magnificent career.
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Condolences to Doug Brignole’s family. Rest in peace, legend!
Edited by:
Gurjyot Singh Dadial