Jacked on the Beanstalk: The Podcast

Oh the irony! Last week we were trying to motivate you listeners to stay on track with your diet and exercise. And this week, we're being total hypocrites after a week of PURE GLUTTONY at the family cottage. And because we failed so miserably at being healthy and active whilst away on vacation, we thought it only appropriate to share this epic failure with everyone on the podcast... In true real &...

It's been a while since Sarah and I chatted amongst ourselves without interviewing a guest. So this week, we chose a podcast topic that we felt confident in tackling ourselves. And a topic that has been suggested to us by a few listeners. This week we're talking all about MOTIVATION. And more specifically, the common roadblocks we see that kill motivation and how to summon the ambition needed to s...

Look who's joining us on the podcast this week! It's my fellow Canadian buddy and original OG in the vegan fitness community Anne-Marie Campbell of Meat Free Athlete and Shirt Activism! And we're shootin' the shit in a completely unplanned interview--discussing all kinds of randomness from lasagna and Jehovah's Witnesses to being gay and AMC's addiction to buying website domain names. A real and r...

Recently I visited New York City and two cool things happened. 1) I came home with a giant suitcase full of Trader Joe's High Protein Vegan Burgers (sadly not available in Canada.) And 2) I interviewed fellow vegan coach & fitness model Kelly Schlegel of Kelly O. Fitness and discovered that we are actually the same person therefore instant BFFs. I loved this bad ass vegan babe so much that I knew...

This week's podcast episode is actually inspired by an apparently controversial meme I posted on my Instagram last week. Apparently a lot of people took offense to my dislike for men who wear a certain fitness apparel brand. And because of this shocking uproar, we thought it only appropriate to discuss "people pleasing" on this week's podcast. And more specifically, how we all just need to chill o...

Weight loss and "cutting phase" protocol: always a hot topic among listeners. Well, this week on the podcast, we're giving the people what they want! And that means tips and calculations for how YOU can figure out HOW AND WHAT TO EAT. All based on your own individual body type. We've got every "somato" type covered from ectomorph to mesomorph to apples and pears. It's a lot of math and a lot of in...

We've all experienced an "expectation hangover" at one point or another. You know-- a situation in your life that just doesn't go the way you thought it would? And it leaves you feeling like crap-- full of disappointment and feeling like a big failure? Unfortunately this kind of hangover is the worst because it usually takes more than 24 hours to heal. And an "expectation hangover" reminds us that...

It's no surprise that I love to squat and I'm damn proud of my jacked arms, legs and walnut-crushing arse! I rock a pair of Lululemons like it's nobody's business. But when it's time to get prettied up for a date or a girl's night, I always stress about what to wear. And I'm always left wondering "HOW TO DRESS A MUSCULAR BODY TO LOOK MORE FEMININE?!" Pinterest is never much help either! Well, this...

How often do you feel societal pressure to be "fit" and/or "pretty?" Apparently more than 35% of girls aged 7 - 10 believe that their appearance is more important than their abilities. Thankfully the fitness industry is finally starting to shift thanks to the "Body Positivity" movement. But in all honesty, how many of us would actually hire an overweight or unfit personal trainer to help get us in...

We can all agree that blue is a calming colour and red is a powerful colour. But did you know that having yellow decor in your house can stimulate productivity and organization? Or that wearing pink can make you a nicer, happier person and more attractive to the opposite sex? I didn't either! But get this: our very own co-host Sarah actually studied interior decorating and knows a lot about colour...

Seeing as we're a vegan fitness and nutrition podcast, it's about time we record an episode all about MEAL PREP, eh?! And who better to discuss THE BEST VEGAN MEAL PREP tips and suggestions than our good pal (local Ottawa nutritionist and internationally-renowned vegan chef) Amy Longard?! Yes, this week's podcast is an absolute must-listen for any vegans who are trying to eat healthy but lacking c...

We all know how terrified I am of getting wrinkles. We also know how equally terrified I am of putting toxic chemicals into and onto my sacred, lil' vegan bod. Thankfully, I've now mastered a pretty effective "vegan hippie" skin care regimen. And this week on the podcast, I'm sharing my natural beauty secrets AND what I've been doing to grow out my hair! The best part is that all of these tips and...

Ever wondered WHY you have that brutal sweet tooth? Or WHY you polish off an entire bag of salt & vinegar chips every time you're stressed out? The link between our food cravings and our feelings is HUGE! And being a vegan trainer and nutrition coach, this is a topic I've always found interesting and have researched a lot over the years. So this week on the podcast, we're discussing the emotional...

'Tis the season for giving AND gluttony! But it doesn't have to be all about stuffing our faces and being ridden with guilt and shame afterward. So this week on the podcast, we're sharing some helpful holiday tips on how to practice moderation at your festive family functions and discussing the importance of having a plan and strategy in place so that you don't wind up eating every shortbread and...

Our bodies produce dozens of hormones that impact everything from growth and metabolism to reproduction. And yes, our fertility is greatly influenced by age and genetics but equally (if not MORE) important is our bodies' physiological environment. Unfortunately, with the hundreds of toxic chemicals we're exposed to everyday, that means being proactive with our health and educating ourselves on hor...

What does an interview with pro wrestler EC3 have to do with veganism? In all honesty, not much. Truth be told, I picked him up at the gym last month while he was in town for work. And due to the fact that he makes his living as a shirtless, perfectly-sculpted, hot stud on television, I thought he'd make for a very relevant podcast interview as he shares the many mental and physical struggles he's...

We are going FULL VEGAN on the podcast this week as we delve into all things ANIMAL ACTIVISM! Yup, I'm super stoked to share my interview with the bad ass babes of AnimalJustice.ca (Camille and Shannon. ) And we discuss everything from the free speech rights of activists (and lack of rights for animals) to ways we can deal with "activist burn-out" and the most effective outreach methods we can all...

Perhaps our most random episode yet! Yes, this week we're performing some epic stand-up comedy and discussing everything from stealing rabbits to faking orgasms. PLUS we're interviewing vegan comedian Matthew Piccione, discussing juicy topics like the importance of seeing the humour in everything and when "vegan jokes" go too far. This episode is also sponsored by PetLegz.com - THE coolest gift id...

Toot Toot! All Aboard the Vegan Fart Train! That's right, folks! We're talking all about FARTS on the podcast this week. From Sam's traumatizing experience with dried apricots to the many factors which affect the smell and sound of your farts, we're clearing the air on all of it! So hop on board and join us for this incredibly gross, inappropriate and hilarious episode with more fart sound effects...

How can we possibly claim to be a vegan health & fitness podcast without doing an episode all about protein?! Well my meatless meathead brethren, this week, we are finally discussing all things VEGAN PROTEIN! From faux meats and vital wheat gluten to protein deficiencies and soy boobs, we're covering it all in a special interview with vegan dietitian Susan MacFarlane. And no big deal, guys, but Ar...

How easy is it to gain muscle? How difficult is it to lose body fat? And is it even possible to do both at the same time? I personally believe it IS possible. But the scale might not be your friend during this time. And this week on the podcast, I go into great detail as to how and why I wish we could all smash our bathroom scales. Yep, on this episode, we're discussing how I consistently added 8...

A must-listen episode for any fitness competitor or aspiring physique competitor. Thanks to years of bikini competing, I know I'm guilty of comparing my fluffier, well-fed, off-season body to my lean & svelte (though hungry & depleted) stage body. And almost all of us (competitor or not) has yearned to resemble the younger version of ourselves or the skinniest once again, right? Unfortunately, met...

When do you feel sexiest? And how often do you even acknowledge what makes you a hot, sexy, beeyatch? Sadly, 90% of women look in the mirror and don’t AT ALL like or appreciate what they see. Sure, we ALL have things we’d like to change about ourselves. But I strongly believe that it’s important for ALL of us to find a way to connect with and appreciate our own unique, beautiful bodies for what th...

Let's face it, we ALL procrastinate on something at some point in our lives. And some of us are serial procrastinators when it comes to pretty much EVERYTHING. The good news is that once we can get over that slacker hump and force ourselves to actually start the task at hand, the rest is usually easy. Awesome! But how do we force ourselves to get started? And what tools and tricks can we implement...

Did you know that most of us produce a whopping 3 lbs. of garbage every single day!? Sure, we vegans try our best to recycle and compost as much as possible. But sadly, most of our waste gets broken down into small, microscopic pieces (or chemicals) that don't fully degrade and instead, end up in our oceans. This week on the podcast, we're diving into (no pun intended) what exactly it takes to liv...