When deadlift faints get dangerous.

Above you will see a video of security cam footage showcasing a lifter suddenly fainting after a heavy deadlift. This is somewhat common – as the deadlift is an exercise that puts an incredible amount of stress on the body.

What happens next is less common and a true warning of how dangerous heavy lifting can become if not 100% prepared. The man faints only to fall onto the weights directly on his back. It’s been reported that the man actually broke his spine from free falling onto the weights.

What started off as a normal lifting session turned into an injury nightmare. Watch the video and see for yourself.