Live Healthy.

live simple.

live rudimentary.

We’re Eric & Michele. We lost 195 pounds together—not with fad diets or expensive gyms, but by going back to the basics. Now we’re here to help you do the same.

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our story.

For most of his life, Eric was the “big guy.” At his heaviest—over 330 pounds—he couldn’t fit on a rollercoaster. Michele struggled too, trying countless diets and plans that never worked.

One day, we realized: living unhealthy was harder than doing the work to change. So we stopped chasing “magic fixes” and started focusing on the fundamentals—real food, daily movement, sleep, connection, and sustainable habits.

The results? Eric lost 165 pounds, Michele lost 30, and we gained a whole new life. Now, we want to help others discover that health doesn’t have to be complicated.

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What “Rudimentary” Means

Rudimentary is about returning to what we were made for:

  • Eating real food around the table

  • Moving our bodies daily

  • Prioritizing rest and recovery

  • Choosing relationships over busyness

It’s not about perfection. It’s about progress. Small steps, big change.

the podcast!

What you’ll find in every episode:

  • Two goofy hosts who’ve been where you are

  • Real-life health questions answered simply

  • Recipes that are delicious, not boring

  • Science and experience, side by side

  • Encouragement to know you’re not alone

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What else do we offer?

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you can’t out-work a bad diet and food is still our passion. and we want you to know that Healthy doesn’t mean boring. Our recipes are:

  • Easy to make

  • Kid-approved

  • Packed with flavor

  • Designed for real life

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Sometimes you just need someone in your corner.We offer personalized health and lifestyle coaching designed to help you:

  • Simplify nutrition and meal planning

  • Build sustainable fitness into your schedule

  • Break free from burnout and yo-yo dieting

  • Create habits that actually stick

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ERIC & MICHELE BRING AN AUTHENTIC, RELATABLE VOICE TO HEALTH AND WELLNESS. THEIR REAL STORY INSPIRES AUDIENCES TO BELIEVE CHANGE IS POSSIBLE. THEY SHARE THEIR MESSAGE AT CONFERENCES, CHURCHES, CORPORATE EVENTS, AND COMMUNITY GATHERINGS.

  • Their 195-pound weight loss journey

  • The fundamentals of “back to basics” living

  • Practical takeaways for everyday people

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Who is TRL For?

This isn’t for bodybuilders or marathon runners.
It’s for:

  • The busy parent who feels like they’re failing their health

  • The person who has tried every diet and feels stuck

  • The family who wants simple, sustainable health together

If that’s you, welcome home.