A 15-year-old fitness influencer named Eric English has become the center of heated controversy after demonstrating extraordinary strength gains that have left many questioning whether his achievements are natural.
The teenage content creator, who boasts over 1.5 million followers, recently claimed to have added 70 pounds to his bench press in just two weeks, now attempting 365 pounds.
Fitness coach Greg Doucette has publicly voiced his concerns in a recent YouTube video about Eric’s rapid transformation. He stated that he’s “99.9% certain” the teenager has turned to PEDs.
The speculation intensified after Eric was seen socializing with known ster**d users, including a concerning video where he told Larry Wheels he was “planning on” using st**oids eventually.
The young influencer’s dramatic physical changes have raised red flags beyond just strength gains. Observers point to his “bloated moon face” and puffy appearance as potential side effects of testosterone use. Eric’s transformation from what he described as a “skinny, weak 15-year-old” to bench pressing three plates on each side has many questioning the authenticity of his natural claims.
Perhaps most alarming is the timing of these gains. Eric recently recovered from a fractured shoulder bone and torn rotator cuff just three months ago, yet he’s now setting personal records on bench press – a progression that defies typical recovery protocols. Medical experts typically recommend lighter training following such injuries, not attempting dangerous one-rep maximums.
The controversy extends beyond Eric’s personal choices to the broader influence on impressionable young viewers. When commenters suggest he might be using gear, Eric’s responses have been dismissive, calling critics “insecure” rather than addressing the legitimate health concerns raised by his rapid progression.
Eric’s association with the Young LA brand and prominent fitness influencers, many of whom openly use st**oids, has created an environment where a vulnerable teenager might feel pressured to enhance his performance artificially. His tragic loss of his mother to cancer has added concern, as he may be using weightlifting and the validation from social media as coping mechanisms.
Coach Doucette has made a direct appeal to Eric’s father: “If you’re listening, test him.” He advocates for blood work to determine if testosterone levels are within normal ranges for a 15-year-old, emphasizing that early intervention could prevent long-term health consequences.
