Gabriel Zhañay

The Zhanay Health Podcast

Health EN ↓ 31 episodes

This podcast is for anyone ready to use plants to build a leaner, stronger body—without falling into the traps of modern 'health' culture. In a world that values productivity over well-being, you’ll learn how to simplify nutrition, train smarter, and apply evidence-based strategies to create lasting strength and longevity. Filled with frameworks, stories, and real-world experiments, The Zhanay Health Podcast is your go-to resource for mastering high performance—using both science and unconventional methods to elevate your health and body. Together with his guests, Gabriel Zhanay, a high-perfo...

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Gabriel Zhañay

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Ep 6: The ultimate vegan muscle building blueprint 17.12.2025 49:09

In today’s episode, we explore how to build muscle and strength with a plant-based diet. Gabriel delves into muscle-building, explaining the exact mechanisms that drive muscle growth sustainably. You'll learn how muscle building actually works, how to build strength, and do this using the power of plants. Here's what we cover:- The different muscular systems- Why build muscle (espec...

Ep 5: The symptoms of perfectionism and overcoming a fixed mindset 09.12.2025 46:09

In today’s episode, we explore how to overcome perfectionism and take consistent action without self-sabotage. Gabriel talks about the symptoms of perfectionism, the deeper layer of a fixed mindset, and the primary archetype that pulls the strings behind it. You'll also learn the steps to finally let go of perfectionism and observe yourself from a calm, centered place. Here's what w...

Ep 4: The simple way to build real strength 02.12.2025 46:01

In today’s episode, we explore how to create a fitness playbook that supports your fat-loss and muscle-building goals. Gabriel talks about the importance of strength training, how to do it correctly, and why a proper training setup can save you years of frustration. You'll also learn the ins and outs of lifting, why consistency matters, and the principles behind body transformation.&nbsp...

Ep 3: The hidden vegan protein playbook 10.11.2025 31:34

In today’s episode, we explore how to create a vegan protein playbook that works for your fat loss and muscle-building goals. Gabriel talks about the importance of protein, his protein-focused journey, his healing journey, and how to master your protein playbook. You'll also learn how much protein you should eat and what the evidence says about protein intake (per goal). Here's what...

Ep 2: Why 95% of humans struggle with fitness (pull this lever) 10.11.2025 43:49

In today’s episode, we explore how to drop body fat and get lean using plants. Gabriel also shares his frameworks, fitness journey, and his most significant insights on dropping weight. You'll also learn what the ONE main lever is to pull for consistent and sustainable fat-loss and how to implement this in your fitness for the best results. Here's what we cover:- Gabriel's weight-ga...

Ep 1: Welcome to the Vegan Body Lab! 31.10.2025 35:24

Welcome to the Vegan Body Lab Podcast! In today’s episode, we explore the VBL Podcast goals. Gabriel also shares his personal background story. We discuss the main pillars of the podcast. You'll learn about the show's future and what to expect next. There's a special segment on a hidden pitfall that traps 98% of people in their fitness. You can rewire this today. Here's what we cover:- G...