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Powerlifter Mike Edwards Avoids Massive Injury After Botched Bench Press As Larry Wheels Spots

by Greg Patuto Published on Jan 21, 2022

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Larry Wheels helped Mike Edwards escape injury during bench press accident.

The importance of a spotter while attempting a heavy lift cannot be overlooked. There have been countless times where a lifter has escaped injury because of the help of a spotter. Recently, there was another incident when powerlifter Mike Edwards had a barbell slip out of his hands while attempting a bench press. Larry Wheels was there for the spot.

During a heavy training session, both Wheels and Edwards were seen hitting some big lifts. Edwards set a new PR with a 530-pound bench press before the incident occurred. Edwards racked up four plates on each side and had the barbell slip out of his hand. On the way up, the bar slipped and slammed into the chest of Edwards. Wheels was there for a quick save and there was no injury.

Larry Wheels shared the video on his Instagram page.

 

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Right after the incident, both lifters took to social media to confirm that there was no injury. Mike Edwards even commented on Wheels’ post.

“IM OKAY EVERYONE????,” Edwards wrote.

During this bench press session, both lifters accomplished goals. Edwards hit a new PR while Wheels took on another challenge that was offered.

Hafthor Bjornsson commented on a recent video of Larry Wheels and offered a challenge. This was for Wheels to complete 20 reps on bench of 440 pounds. Wheels wasted no time attempting the challenge and completed a total of 23 reps. This beat Bjornsson’s PR with this weight by 13 reps. This is just another feat for Wheels to add to his personal achievement list, which has grown significantly in recent months.

When these powerlifters hit the gym, there is a massive amount of weight being moved and there is always the danger of an injury. This was seen back in April when Ryan Crowley joined Wheels for a session. He was attempting a heavy incline bench press and suffered an injury to his pec. It was seen tearing in the video and this is a career-threatening injury for a powerlifter.

Mike Edwards and Larry Wheels accomplished many feats during this session and that includes escaping injury. This just solidifies that spotters should be present when attempting a heavy lift or one that you have never done before.

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About Greg Patuto

Greg has covered the four major sports for six years and has been featured on sites such as Sports Illustrated, Fox Sports, SB Nation, NJ.com, and FanSided. Now, he is transitioning into the world of bodybuilding and strength sports.

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