ERF 973: Injuries, Mental Battles, and 40 Pounds Lost: Grant’s Story

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

Join my Clubhouse App - https://ericrobertsfitness.com/clubhouse-page.html On this episode, I chat with Sophie about what happens after the weight loss — the part nobody really talks about. We break down three real client scenarios: the person scared to stop losing, the person who jumped to maintenance too soon, and the person who hit their goal but has no idea what to do next. If you've ever felt lost after a deficit, this one's for you. 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 On this episode, I talk about a conversation I had with a 72-year-old woman on the beach in Turks and Caicos that I haven't been able to stop thinking about since. She casually mentioned that she and her husband probably only have one big trip left, and it hit me in a way that no book, podcast, or motivational speech ever has. I share the realizations and practical frameworks that came from that moment — and why I think it's a reminder we all need to actually start living, not just getting through the day. 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, I chat about my personal experience with anxiety, overwhelm, and the guilt of feeling like you're never doing enough — including waking up at 2:26 AM with a racing mind just this morning. I walk through three tactical things I actually do to work through these feelings: writing your thoughts down to get them out of your head, taking action to lower your anxiety, and reframing guilt as fuel for growth rather than a sign something is wrong. If you've ever felt stressed, anxious, or like you should be doing more, this episode is for you. 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 On this episode, I sit down with Sophie to walk through real client coaching scenarios and break down exactly how I'd approach each one. From the busy parent who thinks they have a time problem (spoiler: it's actually an identity problem) to the emotional night eater, the inconsistent tracker, and the person who's "tried everything" — we cover the root causes behind the most common fitness struggles. If you've ever felt like you're broken or that nothing works for you, this episode will change the way you think about that. 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 Coach Irene and her client Tee to talk about Tee's incredible transformation. From crying in the gym bathroom with 5lb dumbbells to deadlifting 250lbs, Tee shares how lifting weights changed her confidence, her relationships, and her entire life. If you've ever felt like you don't belong in the gym, this episode will prove you wrong 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 Tee's Instagram: Teelgendy