Possibly the biggest fear that prevents people from transitioning to a plant-based diet… The fear that you won’t get the proper nutrients. If you’re a vegan, you’ve been asked the question “where do you get your protein from?” Many people think that a plant-based diet is unsustainable, and once you transition, you’ll end up feeling weak and losing muscle mass. But how much of it is true? Does all that work in the gym just

Amino acid supplements… One of the top-selling categories of supplements in the bodybuilding and fitness industry behind protein powder and creatine. But are they really that necessary? Or are they just a gimmick like many other supplement companies out there? Let’s take a look into the world of aminos…   What Are BCAA’s? BCAA’s is short for ‘branched chained amino acids.’ Amino acids are the building blocks of protein, the macronutrient that helps with muscle

One of the top sources of plant-based protein is tofu. A food that can be added to almost any dish, tofu takes on the flavor of whatever you’re cooking it with! “But tofu and plant-protein sucks! It’s Not As Good As Animal Protein!” Wrong! Tofu is all a ‘complete protein.” Meaning it contains an abundance of all 9 essential amino acids! Turns out plant-protein is a fantastic source to meet ones daily needs. And it

I eat tofu almost every day… Why? Because tofu is a fantastic source of plant-based protein! “But doesn’t tofu and soy lower testosterone?” “I heard it causes man boobs!” “There’s too many soy boys turning into women!” Critics of soy are all around us, demonizing the food. For a while now, anti-soy proponents have created a media frenzy of fear. They’ve ruined soy’s name. Just google ‘Is soy bad for you?’ and you’ll get millions

Nobody likes to do things that take time… Whether it’s writing an essay, driving to work, cooking a meal, or building that dream body; everybody wants to do it right here right now. Instant gratification, that’s what our society has molded into. Social media and laziness has lead us into asking questions such as “How much time is it going to take?” And the same old saying goes… “Good things take time!” The same goes

One of the more common questions and criticisms I receive about a plant-based diet… “Isn’t it expensive?” “I could never afford to go vegan.” “Whole Foods is pricey.” But is it true? Is veganism, more specifically vegan bodybuilding really that expensive? The answer: Yes and No… It depends. Veganism, just like anything else in life can be expensive. Living in a capitalistic society allows for different products, services, competition, quality of goods, and prices. Can

If you’re trying to lose weight, it’s no secret that you need to restrict your calories… Weight loss is simple. Your body burns a certain number of calories every single day in order to function. Use this calculator here to find your maintenance levels! If you consume less calories than what you’re body burns you’ll be running a caloric deficit. The leftover calories your body needs will be taken from fat and/or muscle storages in

Protein… protein… protein! It’s no secret that protein is vital for muscle growth. And if you want those lean muscle gains, you’ll need around 1.2-1.6g of protein/kg of body weight. That’s a lot more protein than what most healthy individuals need to consume (around .8g of protein/kg of bodyweight.) Most omnivores consume animal-based foods as their main sources of protein, like chicken, turkey, beef, and pork. But if you’re vegan or even vegetarian, those options

Nowadays, everyone loves talking about their post-workout shake, the protein powder they’re using, and how many gallons of protein they’re downing every day. And don’t get me wrong, post-workout recovery is essential for making some serious gains. But why isn’t there as much stress on pre-workout meals? If anything pre-workout meals are just as important if not more important to your fitness goals. A great pre-workout meal will help provide you with a ton of

If you’re goal is to gain as much strength as possible on a vegan diet, you’ve found the right place. Unlike most stereotypes and myths which say it’s impossible, you can (and will) build tremendous strength and muscle mass on a plant-based diet. Just take a look at strongman Patrik Baboumian. At his peak, Patrik was the strongest man in Germany, and one of the strongest men in the entire world! And he did this

Percussion massagers seem to be one of the up and coming products in the fitness industry. Of all the percussion massagers out there, the most popular is the Hyperice HyperVolt. Everyone on social media seems to be using one now. And you’ve probably seen a ton of ads for them as well! Right now, you may be asking: what is a percussion massager? Imagine a foam roller on steroids… A percussion massager is a handheld

So you’re thinking about incorporating a plant-based diet into your daily regime? If you’re new to this, it may seem like a hell of a transition. Trust me, I’ve been there. Not to worry! A plant-based diet is still super delicious and highly nutritious! Along the way you’ll start to learn all the benefits and contributions you make by going plant based: Environmental Protection Saves Animals Reduces Consumption of Energy + Resources Conserves Water Prevents