Eric Cafferty is the founder and driving force behind The Mecca Gym, a premier fitness facility in Meridian, Idaho. Since starting his personal training business in 2008, Eric has grown a devoted community focused on evidence-based training, strength, bodybuilding, and powerlifting.He hosts The Power of Lifting Podcast, where he dives into fitness, nutrition, mindset, and performance with the goal of helping people push beyond limits and build sustainable health.In conversations with Eric, you’ll hear about:-His journey from early passion for exercise science to becoming a mentor and coach. -The principles that guide his approach—science-backed methods, long-term health, not just quick results. -Insights into bodybuilding, powerlifting, nutrition protocols, and mindset shifts needed for extreme performance and lifestyle transformation. If you’re ready to take your fitness seriously—physically, mentally, sustainably—this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.