The bodybuilding world is in mourning following the death of Illia Golem, known as 'The Mutant,' at the age of 36. Despite not being a professional bodybuilder, Golem gained a substantial following thanks to his impressive physique and his presence on social media, where he shared details of his strict exercise routine and extraordinary diet. His passing has shocked the bodybuilding community, though the exact causes of death have not yet been confirmed.

Weighing up to 165 kilograms and standing 1.85 meters tall, Golem was known for his incredible size, achieved through a daily caloric intake exceeding 16,000 calories. His diet included large amounts of protein, which he himself had admitted was unhealthy on several occasions. Despite warnings about the dangers of this lifestyle, he continued with his extreme regimen, aware of the potential negative effects on his health, particularly on organs like the liver.

The use of substances such as anabolic steroids and synthol has been mentioned as a possible cause of his death, adding his name to a list of bodybuilders who have died young due to the use of these substances. Golem joins figures like Matheus Pavlak, Cintia Goldani, and Antonio Leso Bras de Souza, who also passed away under similar circumstances. The community has expressed its grief on social media, where thousands of followers have left condolence messages on his profiles.

Golem was known not only for his size and strength but also for his ability to lift impressive weights. According to Men's Health magazine, he could bench press 272 kilograms and deadlift 317 kilograms, reflecting his extraordinary level of training. His daily diet was equally astonishing, including over 2.5 kilograms of meat and 108 pieces of sushi in a single day.

As investigations into his death continue, his followers have used his latest social media posts to say their farewells. Messages of sadness and tribute are frequent, with phrases like “Another bodybuilder gone too soon” and “Fly high.” His death has left a significant mark on the bodybuilding world and serves as a reminder of the risks many athletes face when pushing their bodies to the limit.