22-Year-Old University Student Dies After Collapsing at Gym Due to Cardiac Arrest

A 22-year-old university student, Martina Gillio, has tragically passed away after collapsing during a workout session with her boyfriend.

The incident occurred on July 1, when Martina suddenly complained of a severe headache while exercising. Moments later, she suffered a cardiac arrest. Her boyfriend immediately alerted paramedics, and CPR was administered on the scene before she was rushed to the hospital.

Despite efforts to save her, Martina was pronounced dead on July 2 — just 24 hours after her collapse.

In a final act of generosity, her family confirmed that Martina’s organs have been donated, giving the gift of life to others.

Speaking on the heartbreaking incident, Giuseppe Altavilla, co-owner of the gym, said:“It’s true that the gym doesn’t have air conditioning, but the reasons for Martina’s death lie elsewhere.

“Sadly, according to highly reliable sources, she suffered a brain aneurysm.

“In fact, it was already a miracle that she left the gym with a heartbeat, thanks to the defibrillator, chest compressions, and assisted ventilation.”

“We thought it might have been a drop in blood sugar.

“We’ve known her since she was little – she used to take dance classes here.

“Lately, she had been coming to train in the weights room.

“When she suddenly fell ill, it was awful. We’re all in shock.”