A bodybuilding influencer has died suddenly after finishing a workout.
Mailson Araújo, who was preparing for a major professional competition, collapsed at home on Monday evening (13 Jul).
The 35-year-old arrived home shortly after the training session, immediately felt unwell, and called his parents for help.
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His mother, a nurse, attempted CPR but he could not be revived despite efforts by firefighters and emergency services at the scene.
Mailson, a professional Men’s Physique athlete with over 32,000 Instagram fans, was pronounced dead at his home in Alagoinhas, Brazil.
Hours earlier, he had posted videos and photos of his gym workout and physiotherapy session on social media.
The exact cause of death has not yet been confirmed by the authorities.
Tributes have poured in from the bodybuilding community.
One page wrote: “Brazil Bodybuilding News offers its most sincere condolences to his friends, family and the entire bodybuilding community.
“May God comfort everyone’s hearts in this very difficult moment.”
Mailson turned professional in 2023 after winning the amateur title at the Arnold Classic South America in São Paulo, as reported by Need To Know.
He earned several strong placings, including third at Musclecontest Brazil 2023, fifth in his pro debut at Bahia Pro 2023, and additional top-four finishes.
He was set to compete at the prestigious Musclecontest Brazil 2026 this weekend in Curitiba, marking a return to the stage after a lighter competitive schedule.
Mailson worked as an online sports consultant alongside his athletic career, regularly sharing training, nutrition and recovery content with his fans.
Friends and followers left messages of sorrow on his final Instagram posts.
His body was laid to rest at the Jardim Paraíso da Saudade Cemetery in Alagoinhas.
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