Colt Wynn

Colt Wynn (1986–August 2024) was an American professional bodybuilder who competed in wheelchair tournaments for paraplegic athletes. In November 1999, at age 13, he fell 14 feet from a deer hunting stand, breaking his back and leaving him paralyzed. During his hospitalization, he lost 38 pounds but began weightlifting as part of his rehabilitation, enabling him to leave the hospital three weeks early. Wynn refused to be defined by his paralysis, stating, "I'm not disabled. I'm just rearranged."

Initially focusing on powerlifting, he won his first competition in the 135-pound weight class. This led him to bodybuilding, where he competed in his first championship, the 2002 NPC Wheelchair Nationals, winning first place in the middleweight division. With support from Dr. Bill Bauer, whom he met during recovery, Wynn continued to excel, winning the same division again in 2003, 2004, 2006, and 2007, as well as the light-heavyweight class in 2008. He also secured overall titles at the NPC Wheelchair Nationals in 2003, 2006, and 2008. In 2007, he won the IFBB Pro Wheelchair Nationals, earning his professional bodybuilding card.

Beyond competitions, Wynn worked as a personal trainer and motivational speaker. He traveled extensively across the United States and Canada, fulfilling his childhood dream of exploring new places. His determination and resilience inspired many throughout his career.