Colt Wynn began his professional career in 2007 by winning nationals.
Pro Wheelchair Bodybuilder Colt Wynn has passed away at 38 years old. According to RXMuscle, Wynn died earlier this week after a successful career on stage in the Wheelchair division.
The cause of death has not been revealed at this time. Wynn began his career as an amateur bodybuilder before earning his Pro Card in 2007. Born in Fleming, OH in 1986, Wynn enjoyed fitness from a young age. He was an avid gym goer and was able to turn it into a successful career.
“We mourn the passing of Colt Wynn, an inspirational bodybuilder who competed in the wheelchair division since as early as 2002. We send our deepest condolences to Colt’s family, loved ones, and fans.”
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Colt Wynn’s Bodybuilding Career
In 1999, Wynn suffered a back injury when he fell from a 14-foot platform while deer hunting near his home. This accident left Wynn paralyzed after suffering a broken back. He lost nearly 40 pounds while in the hospital recovering from this injury. Wynn did not let this impact his love for fitness.
Colt Wynn returned to the gym with an initial thought on competing in powerlifting. He competed in one event and was victorious in the 61kg weight class before taking on bodybuilding. Within three years of his fall, Wynn would take the stage in a bodybuilding competition.
Wynn won the 2002 NPC Wheelchair Nationals in the middleweight division. He would return to the competition four times over the next five years and defended his title successfully each time. In 2007, Wynn won the IFBB Pro Wheelchair Nationals, earning his Pro Card.
Colt Wynn had an incredible career on stage but also wanted to make a difference off of it. He was a beloved personal trainer and also worked as a motivational speaker, touring the United States and Canada.
Colt Wynn Competition History
- 2009 NPC Wheelchair Nationals: 2nd place
- 2008 NPC Wheelchair Nationals: 1st place
- 2007 Atlantic City: 1st place
- 2007 Natural Northern USA: 1st place
- 2007 NPC Wheelchair Nationals: 1st place
- 2006 NPC Wheelchair Nationals: 1st place
- 2005 South Central Ontario Championships: 1st place
- 2004 NPC Wheelchair Nationals: 1st place
- 2003 NPC Wheelchair Nationals: 1st place
- 2002 NPC Wheelchair Nationals: 1st place
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