Bodybuilding veteran Fouad Abiad was involved in an accident while on a trip with friends.
IFBB Pro Bodybuilding veteran Fouad Abiad was involved in a motorcycle accident on Sunday while on a trip with friends. Abiad’s wife, Sommer, posted on his behalf on social media sharing the news and asking for privacy during this time.
“On Sunday afternoon, on a motorcycle trip with friends, Fouad had an unfortunate accident. Fouad is currently receiving the best possible care, and we remain hopeful and focused on his recovery.”
About Fouad Abiad
Fouad Abiad is an established IFBB Pro Bodybuilding veteran. Abiad burst onto the scene in the late 2008s and earned his first invite to the Olympia in 2008. He went on to compete in the Arnold Classic four times over the course of his career. Abiad hit his stride in 2015, when he was able to earn back-to-back victories during the Europa Supershow and Vancouver Pro. Abiad injured his tricep, which kept him off the stage initially. He ended up battling kidney issues and this ultimately ended his career.
Fouad Abiad Involved in Motorcycle Accident
Fouad Abiad was hospitalized following this accident and is receiving the best care possible. There was no further information or detail shared at this time.
“On behalf of Fouad, our families, and closest friends, we are deeply grateful for the kindness, prayers, and words of strength you’ve shared with us during this difficult time.”
Fouad Abiad has been busy in retirement. He has created a successful social media platform where he can discuss the current happenings around the sport of bodybuilding. Abiad now runs the Real Bodybuilding Podcast and Hostile Supplements. Abiad has been providing insight into bodybuilding training, bodybuilding nutrition, bodybuilding lifestyle, and what it takes to really become a professional bodybuilder. He also works with competitors and trains on his own as well.
Abiad retired from bodybuilding to take on other journeys and take part in other interests. He also factored in recovering from injuries suffered over the years.
“There were physical injuries, tears, and stuff like my tricep tendon. But the main issue is I want to be around for my wife. We don’t have kids. It’s me and her. I don’t want to leave her alone.”
Generation Iron sends it best wishes to Fouad Abiad and his family and friends during this time. To end the post, Sommer Abiad emphasized that they are focused on Fouad’s recovery and ask for privacy during this time.
“At this time, we will not be sharing further details and kindly ask for privacy as we dedicate our full energy to Fouad’s healing.”
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