The Best Years Of Your Life
Aren’t Behind You —
They’re Right in Front of You
THE BARBERIC CHALLENGE!
The Barberic Challenge is a proven 12-week body transformation program, created by 35-year personal trainer, coach and former gym owner Eric Barber
The challenge is unique in it’s three simple pillars:
1. A custom workout program built for the gym you have access to and the results we will achieve
2. A tested and proven healthy, whole food meal plan based on your goals, activity level and preferences
3. Weekly accountability calls and daily text support
Although he started this challenge originally for older men looking to achieve the best shape of their adult lives, the Barberic Challenge has now grown into helping men and women of all ages who are serious about making a permanent positive physical change in their lives. Since beginning this online challenge in 2023, the results have been nothing short of phenomenal. Check out our testimonies below!
Real men. Real women. Real testimonies.
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"Old school, simple, and no BS"
Nick P
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"Eric’s been a great mentor to me. His style of coaching will make you want to get better and better"
Austin A
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"I lost 85 pounds training with Eric. Eric’s a real pro, you can tell he's been doing this for a long time"
Jim S
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"Eric is an expert in his field, has a love for family and a real zest for living life to the fullest"
Jeremy B
Who is Eric Barber?
Having grown up in martial arts and wrestling, Eric began his gym coaching career in 1989 as a certified personal trainer and group instructor. He spent the next few decades as either a fitness manager/trainer of numerous gyms and health clubs, or working in psychiatric hospitals with at-risk youth.
Since 2006, Eric has owned two gyms, Next Generation CrossFit and Stone Gym. In the thirteen years of being a gym owner, he has personally coached over 22,000 hours of classes and hosted dozens of competitions and fundraisers. Eric also competed in numerous weightlifting, bodybuilding, powerlifting, athletic competitions and survival events.
Although he’s trained everyone from youth to elderly, prisoners to professional athletes, janitors to brain surgeons, Eric now works solely with people who feel like their best years are behind them by helping them break free of destructive mindsets and poor habits to find their inner warrior.
When not working, Eric enjoys quality time with family and friends, the great outdoors, a good book or movie, and anywhere quiet with a fresh cup of coffee.
Ready for change?
This isn’t just some boring workout routine or meal plan — it’s a complete overhaul on your mindset, habits, workouts and nutrition!
Complete the form and we’ll help you see if you are a good candidate for the Challenge. If not, we will help give you some recommendations on what route you should take!.