Joey Swoll Rushed to Hospital With Heart Issue
Fitness influencer and bodybuilder Joey Swoll revealed that he was rushed to the hospital over the weekend due to an issue involving his heart.
Joey Swoll shared a photo from his hospital bed on Monday, Oct. 6, informing his millions of followers that he has remained hospitalized since Saturday morning. While he did not reveal exactly what happened, Swoll offered some encouraging news about his current condition.
“I was rushed to the hospital Saturday morning for my heart,” Swoll wrote. “It’s been a rough few days, I’m still here, but doing better. Please send love and prayers.”
The post quickly drew support from across the fitness community. The Arnold Sports Festival account was among those sending Swoll well wishes, writing, “Get well soon Joey. Wishing you a speedy recovery.”
Swoll has not provided additional details about his diagnosis or what caused the latest heart issue.
Joey Swoll Has Dealt With Previous Heart Issues
The latest hospitalization is particularly concerning given Swoll’s history of heart-related health scares.
In January 2023, Swoll revealed that doctors discovered what he described as “genetic irregularities” involving his heart after he had experienced pain and felt something was wrong. He underwent surgery and later encouraged his followers not to ignore unusual symptoms.
Swoll faced another frightening situation during a routine diagnostic angiogram in April 2024. According to Swoll, the procedure was initially expected to last between 30 and 45 minutes, but a piece of medical equipment broke off inside his heart and caused serious complications.
The situation turned into a six-hour procedure as doctors worked to retrieve the object. Swoll later described his recovery as a “miracle.”
Prior to that complication, Swoll had shared positive news about his cardiovascular health. Approximately one year after his initial heart surgery, he said testing showed his heart function was “better than ever” and that his cardiologist was taking him off most of his medication.
Swoll Has Become One of Fitness’ Most Recognizable Personalities
Swoll has built a massive social media following through bodybuilding and his campaign to improve gym culture.
His videos regularly call out instances of gym-goers being mocked, filmed without their consent, or unfairly criticized while training. His message to “do better” has helped turn Swoll into one of the most recognizable voices in the fitness community.
For now, Swoll’s attention remains on his health. Although his latest update indicates that his condition is improving, he remains hospitalized and has not disclosed the nature or severity of the heart issue.
Generation Iron will provide additional updates as more information becomes available.
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