In an Instagram post, Ben Askren updated fans and friends on his health from his hospital bed after a double-lung transplant.

Former Olympic wrestler and UFC fighter Ben Askren says his heart stopped four times, leading to him receiving a double lung transplant.

Former Olympic wrestler and MMA star Ben Askren is opening up about his recent, serious health issues, including that he " died four times " and underwent a double lung transplant. In an Instagram video posted July 9, he explained that he experienced the ordeal between May 28 and July 2 and does not remember anything from that time period.