ERF 979: I Doubled My Calories and Barely Gained Any Weight — Here’s Why

Work With Me 1:1 Coaching - https://ericrobertsfitness.com/erf-1on1.html On this episode, I break down how I went from eating 2,800 calories a day to nearly 5,000 — and why my weight has barely moved. I walk you through exactly what I'm eating, why starchy carbs are the key to fueling muscle growth, and how my workouts have completely transformed with a full gas tank. Plus, I get honest about the real trade-offs of a building phase and what this all means for you, whether you're currently cutting, bulking, or just scared to eat more. Join my Clubhouse App - https://ericrobertsfitness.com/clubhouse-page.html Free Calorie Calculator https://ericrobertsfitness.com/free-calorie-calculator/ 20% Off Legion Athletic Supplements Code “ERIC” HERE https://legionathletics.rfrl.co/qj2dy Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@ericrobertsfitness Video Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@EricRobertsFitnessPodcast

Work With Me 1:1 Coaching - https://ericrobertsfitness.com/erf-1on1.html On today's pod, Sophie and I are recording live in Miami and diving into whether AI is going to replace your fitness coach and why online coaching gets better results than in-person. AI can write you a workout plan, but it can't check in on you, hold you accountable, or adjust when life gets in the way. If you've ever thought about using ChatGPT as your coach or wondered if a personal trainer is enough, this episode is for you. Join my Clubhouse App - https://ericrobertsfitness.com/clubhouse-page.html Free Calorie Calculator https://ericrobertsfitness.com/free-calorie-calculator/ 20% Off Legion Athletic Supplements Code “ERIC” HERE https://legionathletics.rfrl.co/qj2dy Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@ericrobertsfitness Video Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@EricRobertsFitnessPodcast

Work With Me 1:1 Coaching - https://ericrobertsfitness.com/erf-1on1.html On today's episode, I sit down with my travel agent and friend Shannon to recap my recent seven-night stay at a private island in Turks and Caicos — one of the most surreal, secluded experiences I've ever had. Shannon breaks down everything she did behind the scenes to make the trip seamless, from Black Friday deals to fast track airport services I never even knew existed. If you've ever wondered what a great travel agent actually does for you, this one's for you. Join my Clubhouse App - https://ericrobertsfitness.com/clubhouse-page.html Free Calorie Calculator https://ericrobertsfitness.com/free-calorie-calculator/ 20% Off Legion Athletic Supplements Code “ERIC” HERE https://legionathletics.rfrl.co/qj2dy Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@ericrobertsfitness Video Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@EricRobertsFitnessPodcast

Work With Me 1:1 Coaching - https://ericrobertsfitness.com/erf-1on1.html On today's episode, I share the audio from one of my YouTube videos where I talk about losing fat sustainably, hitting your protein targets, and optimizing your sleep and daily movement for a full body transformation. I walk you through my 93-Day Transformation Protocol — a five-part system that ditches the extreme measures in favor of habits you can actually stick to. If you've been looking for a realistic, step-by-step roadmap to transform your body while keeping your energy and willpower intact, this one's for you. Join my Clubhouse App - https://ericrobertsfitness.com/clubhouse-page.html Free Calorie Calculator https://ericrobertsfitness.com/free-calorie-calculator/ 20% Off Legion Athletic Supplements Code “ERIC” HERE https://legionathletics.rfrl.co/qj2dy Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@ericrobertsfitness Video Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@EricRobertsFitnessPodcast

Join my Clubhouse App - https://ericrobertsfitness.com/clubhouse-page.html On today's episode, I sit down with Sophie to wrap up part two of "Lessons Learned Not From School," where we dive into why self-care looks different for everyone, how your time and priorities shape who you become, and the importance of stepping into new identities even when they feel uncomfortable. We also get into how upbringing and parental support can impact your self-belief, and why no matter what cards you've been dealt, winners find a way to win. If you haven't listened to part one yet, make sure to go back and start there first! Work With Me 1:1 Coaching - https://ericrobertsfitness.com/erf-1on1.html Free Calorie Calculator https://ericrobertsfitness.com/free-calorie-calculator/ 20% Off Legion Athletic Supplements Code “ERIC” HERE https://legionathletics.rfrl.co/qj2dy Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@ericrobertsfitness Video Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@EricRobertsFitnessPodcast

Join my Clubhouse App - https://ericrobertsfitness.com/clubhouse-page.html On today's episode, I'm breaking down exactly why group classes like Orange Theory, Peloton, and F45 are not designed to build the body you want — even if you're working your ass off. I'm covering six specific reasons why these workouts fall short when it comes to building muscle and changing your physique, from lack of progressive overload to what these classes are actually doing to your cortisol, your sleep, and your hunger. If you've ever felt like you're doing everything right but your body just won't change, this episode is going to tell you why — and exactly what to do instead. Work With Me 1:1 Coaching - https://ericrobertsfitness.com/erf-1on1.html Free Calorie Calculator https://ericrobertsfitness.com/free-calorie-calculator/ 20% Off Legion Athletic Supplements Code “ERIC” HERE https://legionathletics.rfrl.co/qj2dy Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@ericrobertsfitness Video Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@EricRobertsFitnessPodcast

Work With Me 1:1 Coaching - https://ericrobertsfitness.com/erf-1on1.html In this episode, I sit down with my assistant coach Tara and our client Grant Bourdage to talk about his incredible transformation — going from 310 pounds, multiple surgeries, and a hip replacement at just 25 years old, to losing 40 pounds and completely changing his life. We dive into the mental and physical battles Grant faced, how he pushed through injuries, job loss, and self-doubt, and what finally made him take action. This is a raw, honest, and deeply inspiring conversation about what it really takes to bet on yourself when everything feels stacked against you. Join my Clubhouse App - https://ericrobertsfitness.com/clubhouse-page.html Free Calorie Calculator https://ericrobertsfitness.com/free-calorie-calculator/ 20% Off Legion Athletic Supplements Code “ERIC” HERE https://legionathletics.rfrl.co/qj2dy Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@ericrobertsfitness Video Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@EricRobertsFitnessPodcast

Join my Clubhouse App - https://ericrobertsfitness.com/clubhouse-page.html On this episode, Sophie and I get personal and share some of the biggest life lessons that school never taught us, covering money, loyalty, fear of failure, and work ethic. We talk about how our upbringings shaped our relationships with money, why playing it safe is a guaranteed way to lose big, and why your work ethic is the one variable you can always control. This is part one of two, so stay tuned for more lessons next week. Work With Me 1:1 Coaching - https://ericrobertsfitness.com/erf-1on1.html Free Calorie Calculator https://ericrobertsfitness.com/free-calorie-calculator/ 20% Off Legion Athletic Supplements Code “ERIC” HERE https://legionathletics.rfrl.co/qj2dy Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@ericrobertsfitness Video Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@EricRobertsFitnessPodcast

Join my Clubhouse App - https://ericrobertsfitness.com/clubhouse-page.html On this episode, I break down exactly how to build a meal plan that is designed around your real life — your schedule, your food preferences, and your actual constraints. I walk you through a step-by-step framework covering everything from a lifestyle audit to setting calories and protein, building your meal structure, and creating a weekend strategy that actually holds up. If you've ever followed a meal plan for two weeks and fallen off, this episode will show you why that happened and exactly what to do differently. Work With Me 1:1 Coaching - https://ericrobertsfitness.com/erf-1on1.html Free Calorie Calculator https://ericrobertsfitness.com/free-calorie-calculator/ 20% Off Legion Athletic Supplements Code “ERIC” HERE https://legionathletics.rfrl.co/qj2dy Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@ericrobertsfitness Video Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@EricRobertsFitnessPodcast

Work With Me 1:1 Coaching - https://ericrobertsfitness.com/erf-1on1.html In this episode, I sit down with Coach Jenna and her client Meg, who started her fitness journey just two months ago in the middle of the holidays, a crazy work schedule, and wedding planning. Meg shares how tracking her food, building simple systems, and finally taking a chance on herself completely changed her results — and her confidence. This one is packed with real, tactical advice for anyone who feels like life is just too busy to make progress. Join my Clubhouse App - https://ericrobertsfitness.com/clubhouse-page.html Free Calorie Calculator https://ericrobertsfitness.com/free-calorie-calculator/ 20% Off Legion Athletic Supplements Code “ERIC” HERE https://legionathletics.rfrl.co/qj2dy Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@ericrobertsfitness Video Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@EricRobertsFitnessPodcast