Bodybuilder Jodi Vance Dead at 20 Due to Severe Dehydration

Jodi Vance, a young and promising bodybuilder, passed away on February 27 at the age of 20. Her family announced she suffered complications from severe dehydration.

The fitness community is mourning this unexpected loss. Vance was a cherished bodybuilder and personal trainer, known for her dynamic presence.

Her family provided the news through an Instagram update on February 28. They stated, "For those that haven’t heard yet, Jodi passed away yesterday afternoon. Her heart stopped due to complications of severe dehydration. Despite all efforts by the hospital, they were unable to revive her."

Those who loved Vance expressed deep sorrow while remembering her vibrant spirit. They shared, "She was a beautiful person inside and out and she will be missed every single day. This was sudden and unexpected. Please give her family time to process this loss in peace."

In their message, they urged others to prioritize their health. "If anyone takes anything from this, please put your health first," they added.

Just a day before her death, Vance announced her participation in the Arnold Sports Festival in Ohio, where she supported her trainees. In a recent Instagram post with workout footage, she asked, "Who thinks @arnoldsports will ever bring back Figure, Wpd, Wbb, or 212?"

Following this tragedy, her trainer Justin Mihaly spoke about possible factors leading to her death. He suggested that a "significant error" occurred in her fitness regimen.

Mihaly asserted, "Jodi used two extremely hazardous substances to improve her physique." He clarified that she took these unnamed substances without consulting him or her family. "There’s no reason she should have been dehydrated," he said.

He also mentioned that Vance’s health had raised concerns. He indicated that many of her loved ones urged her to reduce her intense training. "Many people who loved Jodi tried to get her to pull off the gas pedal a bit," he explained. "Her work ethic was actually second to nobody. It was so hard getting her to pull back."

Despite the circumstances, Mihaly emphasized the importance of remembering Vance’s positive influence. He reflected on "the beam of light she brought to every social interaction, networking event, expo show."

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