Eric Fleishman, well known as Eric The Trainer, passed away at the age of 53. On Thanksgiving morning, the fitness expert passed away abruptly at his Glendale, California, home.

According to a message on his official Instagram account, his death was quite unexpected at such a fortuituous date.

This incident profoundly saddens his wife Alysia, son, parents, and close friends and family. Many people's lives were improved by Eric. He served as a source of hope, love, and light. This loss is painful, and we appreciate your thoughts and prayers, the statement concluded. Among the well-known clients Fleishman has worked with are Kirstie Alley, Jason Priestley, Patrick Schwarzenegger, and others.

Additionally, he was renowned for mentoring musicians like Def Leppard, Journey, and Fall Out Boy. The reason of death has not yet been disclosed. Eric Fleishman serves as a spokesperson and presents a number of "Celebrity Sweat" programs.

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Eric has been employed by Gold's Gym as a specialist and an international ambassador. Everyone who knew Fleishman is asked to submit Celebrate.Erics.Life@gmail.com their tributes and recollections of him.

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The recollections and tributes will be a part of a ceremony honoring Fleishman's contribution to the fitness industry.

When news of his passing spread, Twitter was inundated with tributes: Eric Fleishman grew up on a farm in Maine, despite the fact that his exact birthdate is still uncertain.

He quickly became interested in martial arts and set out to succeed in the fitness industry. He finished his education and had a brief career as a personal trainer. When he relocated to Los Angeles in 1996, he met Don Howorth, a former Mr. America.

Fleishman was highly recognized for his cooperation with the LAPD, CHP, and SWAT. He was a trainer at the Los Angeles Sheriff's Academy. Sports figures began to take notice of his methods. Along with contributing frequently to the journal Muscle and Fitness, he progressively started to feature in a number of magazines and TV shows. 

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