In this episode, Evan shares the story behind Big Boy Club: how it started, the gap it fills, and what it truly stands for. From the early vision of building a space where movement, community, and education come together, to creating a place for gay men to use fitness as a way to create better connections with each other and themselves.
Big Boy Club isn’t just for the “fit.” It’s for anyone who’s ever felt like they didn’t belong in the gym.
🎧 Next week kicks off the Big Boy Foundations series, where we dive into training, nutrition, and mindset.
Series 1, Episode 2 — My Fitness Journey
In this episode, Evan opens up about how his fitness journey really began — from being a small-town kid in Maine who just wanted to fit in, to an over-trained college student doing endless bicep curls, to finally finding strength, confidence, and community through movement.
He shares the early mistakes, the burnout, and the moment his entire perspective on training shifted. This one’s for anyone who feels stuck, confused, or like they’re doing everything “right” but not seeing results.
You’ll hear:
The bright-orange sweatshirt story that started it all
The lessons learned from overtraining and under-fueling
How community reshaped his relationship with movement
The mindset shift that built the foundation for Big Boy Club
Series 1, Episode 1 — Start with the Goal
In this first episode, Evan introduces the Big Boy Foundations education series: a 12-part journey designed to help you train smarter, eat better, and build confidence that lasts.
You’ll learn why knowledge creates confidence, how to set realistic goals, and what it means to build your foundation the right way.
🧱 This is Part 1 of the Foundations Series — the first chapter of the ongoing Big Boy Foundations podcast.
Hosted by Evan Arbour, Founder of Big Boy Club
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