The Vegan Gym Podcast

You asked, and we answered! Last week, we asked our clients to send us their pressing questions. In part two of our two-part Q&A series, we continued answering some of these questions about vegan nutrition, fitness, and running our business. CONNECT WITH THE VEGAN GYM: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube NEW TO THE VEGAN GYM? We're on a mission to help 1,000,000 vegans get into the best sh...

You asked, and we answered! Last week, we asked our clients to send us their pressing questions. In part one of our two-part Q&A series, we sat down and began answering some of these questions about vegan nutrition, fitness, and running our business. CONNECT WITH THE VEGAN GYM: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube NEW TO THE VEGAN GYM? We're on a mission to help 1,000,000 vegans get into th...

Everybody goes through crazy times and big changes in life, but when it comes to consistency in your health and fitness, it always comes back to setting the right intentions and making the right choices. In this episode we talk about our big move, staying consistent in the midst of chaos, using dream identities as a powerful tool, and home vs. commercial gyms. CONNECT WITH THE VEGAN GYM: Website I...

The holidays are here, and unfortunately that means many people will fall short of their health and fitness goals over the next few months. However, you CAN enjoy the holidays and still AVOID losing progress at the same time. All it requires is a plan, the right mindset, and a few other tips & tricks that we talk about in this episode. CONNECT WITH THE VEGAN GYM: Website Instagram Facebook You...

When you sit down to eat a meal, are you truly aware of why you are eating? Are you bored, stressed, or hungry? Are you eating too much, or maybe even too little? Do you appreciate your food as fuel and slow down to savor each meal? Many of us are at fault for not eating mindfully, and in this episode we sit down with Coach Mark from our Vegan Superhero Academy and talk about 6 tips to implement m...

Motivation is something many people believe is necessary to reach their goals, but what happens if you are lacking motivation? What can you do to make sure you continue to do what's necessary to be successful? In this episode we sit down with coach Sarah from our Vegan Super Hero Academy and discuss motivation vs. discipline, finding your why, and practical tips to get motivated when you just...

A lot of people say they don't have time for their health and fitness.... but is it actually a lack of time, or a lack of priority? In this episode we dive into how to prioritize time for your health and fitness and give practical tips for achieving your goals even if you have a busy schedule. CONNECT WITH THE VEGAN GYM: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube NEW TO THE VEGAN GYM? We're on a...

Fitness is hard, and there is a tendency to look at hard things in life and wonder "Is this worth it"? Is all of the sacrifice worth it? Is all of the pain worth it? Is getting up early in the morning to get to the gym, eat right, and do whatever it takes to accomplish your goals worth it? In this episode we're going to share our top 3 reasons why we believe getting fit IS worth it....

How do you travel as a vegan to stay on track with your health and fitness goals? It's easy to just completely disregard your meal plan and workouts when traveling, but this often leads to regret and a big set back. On the other end, you don't want to be so focused on being perfect that you don't enjoy your time away. In this episode we talk about our best vegan travel tips and how...

No plan is ever going to be perfect. Success requires adjustments, and you need to pivot to achieve long-term goals, no matter what they are. In this episode we talk about the power that comes from changing the course, and how to approach new obstacles and challenges even when you think you have the perfect plan.  Support the show

Often times when it comes to health and fitness you hear things like "Calories in vs. calories out". But what does that really mean? Can you lose weight eating junk food? Can you gain weight eating "clean" food? In this episode, I break down and answer the question "Are all calories created equal?" when it comes to your health and fitness goals. Support the show

How many people do you have in your corner that love and care about you? How many of these people truly push you and tell you hard truths to help you grow? Chances are that number is slim to none, but in order to truly achieve our goals, it's critical to have people in our corner who push us and tell us when we aren't living up to our potential. In this episode we dive into why what you...

What you do in one area of your life is typically a representation of what you do in every area of your life. So are your standards aligned for the life you want to have and the person you want to be? Having big goals is great, but if you don’t set up solid standards aligned with your goals, you will still fall short. In this episode we talk about setting standards, why they are so important, how...

With so much information online and new fad diets popping up every month, it's easy to think that results should come quick... however most people miss the mark on what it really takes to achieve long term results, TIME. In this episode we break down why failing, learning lessons, and consistency over time is actually what cultivates your ultimate health and fitness goals. Support the show

Rip Esselstyn is a man of many talents and interests. He’s been known as a professional triathlete, firefighter, best-selling author, entrepreneur, whole-food plant-based advocate, world record-holding swimmer, loving husband and father, and many other things. In this episode, we talked about the future of veganism, the optimal diet for health, his entrepreneurial journey in starting one of the fa...

Are you using social media mindfully? It's easy to get lost in the highlight reel of other people's lives on social media and compare their best moments to your worst. Just like many things, social media is a tool that can help or hurt you. In this episode, we dive into how to use social media mindfully to enrich your life rather than hurt it. Support the show

For most of his life, Chuck Carroll battled a severe food addiction that almost took his life. At just 5 feet 6 inches tall, Chuck weighed 420 pounds and was eating 10,000 calories per day. Despite trying again and again to lose weight, his weight kept creeping up. Out of desperation, he decided to have weight loss surgery in 2009 at the age of 27. He was pretty sure it would just be one more fail...

Many people blame their genetics for why their fitness journey is off track. Is this a valid excuse? Do genetics affect someone's ability to build muscle or lose fat? In this podcast episode, we look at the data from scientific studies about genetics and fitness to discover whether this theory is actually fact or myth! Support the show

How do you view your failures? What do you do when you fail? Failure may seem like an indication that we are off track, but hardships can actually give us the skills and the perseverance that we need to accomplish our goals. The path to success is not a straight line. The “ups” are part of the path to success and the “downs” are also part of the path to success. In this episode, you'll learn...

Studies show that 80-95% of people gain the weight back that they lost while dieting. Why? Most people pick a quick fix to drop a few pounds, but the method is rarely sustainable. After gritting their teeth through the diet, they return to their old habits. So, in this episode, we talk with Coach Ben about a better approach to fitness that leads to lasting results! CONNECT WITH THE VEGAN GYM: Webs...

Which is more powerful: the process of working towards a goal, or achieving the goal itself? In today's episode, we unpack the power of being on a journey, how that impacts our ability to become the person we want to be, and how to shift our perspective of goals so we can take advantage of every opportunity. Support the show

Anders was able to lose 50 pounds without doing any cardio. Many people think you need to completely burn yourself out to get the fitness results you want. But there is a smarter, more results-guaranteed approach to fat loss! In this episode, we share our five best fat loss tips! Get on the waitlist for Vegan Fat Loss Secrets: https://veganfatloss.com/ Support the show

A good relationship with food has nothing to do with the quality of your diet or the types of food you eat. Rather, how and why you choose the foods you eat. In this episode, we talk with Coach Laura about how to build a healthy relationship with food, how your relationship with food and exercise affects your life and your relationship with yourself, and more! Support the show

During a recent podcast episode with Derek Simnett, we spoke about Omega-3 intake. The question was asked, "How much ALA do vegans need to consume from flaxseed (or other high ALA plant-based foods) to get enough EPA and DHA?" In this episode, I'm going to share the science and math behind how we can get the recommended daily amount of Omega-3 fatty acids directly from plant-based f...

What do you do when things get tough or feel out of your control? It is tiring when you want to fix a problem, but you keep running into red tape. As difficult as these moments are, difficult periods in life are important. They show you how much your goals matter and how to level up in your life. Adversity builds strength if you allow it to. In this episode, we discuss how to change our mindset to...