The Vegan Gym Show

Light Weights vs. Heavy Weights For Building Muscle

Wed, 06 Mar 2019 09:44:00 -0500

Despite what the bodybuilding magazines tell you, the primary driver of muscle growth is progressive overload. It’s not muscle confusion or time under tension or muscle soreness or metabolic conditioning or anything else.

Progressive overload means increasing tension levels in muscle fiber over time and the best way to do that is to add weight to the bar. If you are not gradually adding weight to the bar over time (assuming you are working in the same rep range) then you are definitely not building muscle at an optimal rate.

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How to Conquer Bad Workouts

Tue, 19 Feb 2019 22:36:56 -0500

This past Sunday, I had a particularly tough squat workout. The weight felt super heavy and I just couldn't 'get into it' mentally.If you can relate, don't worry! We all struggle with this! Even after training for over 10 years, I still find myself battling through bad workouts at least once per week.I know how frustrating and demotivating these days can feel, so my brother and I wanted to share some advice in this episode of The Vegan Gym Podcast. I hope our advice helps you to conquer the rough days in your fitness journey!

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Learn how to calculate vegan macros: https://www.veganmacroguide.com

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Apply to our 1-on-1 coaching program [the VEGAN GAINS ACADEMY]: https://www.vegangainsacademy.com

Balancing Protein and Carbs as a Vegan

Wed, 13 Feb 2019 09:47:22 -0500

How do you balance protein and carbs as a vegan? That's a question that we receive often. And it's a fair question!Most protein-packed plant foods also tend to be high in either carbs or fat. For example, tofu is packed with high-quality plant protein, but it's also high in fat. Lentils are packed with high-quality plant protein, but they also contain lots of carbs. This can make it difficult to balance your macros, especially when you are working to shred fat.So in this week's episode of The Vegan Gym Podcast, my brother and I will teach you how to get all the protein you need while balancing your carb and fat intake!

Get your free copy of Vegan Fat Shredding Secrets: https://www.veganshredding.com

Learn how to calculate vegan macros: https://www.veganmacroguide.com

Check out our vegan fitness apparel: https://vegangymgear.com/

Apply to our 1-on-1 coaching program (the Vegan GAINS Academy): https://www.vegangainsacademy.com

Become The Momentum

Thu, 07 Feb 2019 08:17:06 -0500

Over the past year, I've committed to my ideal morning workout routine. And recommitted. And recommitted again. I've lost count of how many times I've had to "get back at it."

I'll make it a few days, then miss a day, then make it a few more days, then miss another day. This loop of constantly stopping and starting has been draining my energy and commitment.

Well, this past weekend I had a major epiphany. It's a super simple idea, but I can already tell that it's going to be a gamechanger.

If you struggle to maintain consistency in your health and fitness, you won't want to miss this week's episode of The Vegan Gym Podcast. I'll explain my new strategy, which I think you'll find to be super valuable.

Get your free copy of Vegan Fat Shredding Secrets: https://www.veganshredding.com

Learn how to calculate vegan macros: https://www.veganmacroguide.com

Check out our vegan fitness apparel: https://vegangymgear.com/

Apply to our 1-on-1 coaching program (the Vegan GAINS Academy): https://www.vegangainsacademy.com

How To Instantly Become More Fit And Successful

Fri, 01 Feb 2019 04:49:00 -0500

If you've listened to the podcast for any length of time, you know that we don't believe in short-term gratification or overnight success. But there is a foolproof way to instantly become more fit and successful.

Make the decision to take 100% control of your life. Stop allowing your excuses to dictate your life.

Everyone battles excuses and limiting beliefs on a daily basis. That's totally expected. The question is, how do you respond?

Success does not require the absence of excuses, it requires the obliteration of them.

We hope you enjoy this episode!! For more vegan fitness tips, check out our website TheVeganGym.com and our Instagram @thevegangym. You can also check out our vegan fitness apparel at VeganGymGear.com.

How To Shred Stubborn Body Fat

Tue, 22 Jan 2019 06:46:00 -0500

In this episode, we’re going to teach you how to shred stubborn body fat as quickly and efficiently as possible.

Before we begin, let’s make something clear: you cannot target certain areas of body fat that seem to be more stubborn than others. In other words, you cannot target stubborn body fat.

We’re going to explain why you can’t in this podcast. We’re then going to tell you how to shred those last few pounds that seem to accumulate in stubborn areas like your hips and lower abdomen.

To learn everything you need to know about vegan fat loss, please check out my new book called Vegan Fat Shredding Secrets. This book is the ultimate guide for vegans who want to shred fat and get ripped!

How To Make 2019 Your Best Year Ever!

Thu, 03 Jan 2019 10:12:00 -0500

In this episode of The Vegan Gym Podcast, we'll teach you how to set the right goals (NOT resolutions) to make 2019 your best year ever!

Does Cardio Kill Gains?

Thu, 20 Dec 2018 08:28:41 -0500

Does cardio KILL gains?? This is a question that we get ALL the time.We've been doing quite a bit of cardio this past month as we start training for our upcoming Ironman 70.3 triathlon, so we thought it would be a good time to discuss this topic.The short answer is no, cardio does not kill gains, but there are many considerations such as training intensity, training frequency, training modality, and training timing.We need to fully understand these specifics to ensure there is no interference between concurrent resistance and cardiovascular training.To learn everything you need to know about doing cardio on top of a weight training program, listen to this week's episode of The Vegan Gym Podcast.

Commitment Is Never Convenient

Tue, 11 Dec 2018 09:21:00 -0500

What you need to understand is that when you say “I’m going to put it off until later” what you’re really saying is “I am going to choose commitment when the timing is convenient.”

But you can’t.

When you are truly committed to something, you’ll do whatever it takes no matter what. People who achieve their ideal bodies and health keep their commitments regardless of convenience.

To learn more about our online coaching program – the Vegan GAINS Academy – head over to VeganGainsAcademy.com.

"I CAN'T" Is Just A Cop Out

Wed, 05 Dec 2018 08:00:10 -0500

The people who achieve success in fitness are the people who get up and make it happen. They look for the circumstances they want, and if they can’t find them, then they make them. They don’t make excuses. The word “can’t” doesn’t exist in their vocabulary.

Stop saying “I can’t.” You CAN. You just chose not to.

That’s a REALLY important distinction. And honestly, it's often a hard pill to swallow.

I’m not saying that it’s easy. It’s usually the exact opposite. It’s typically really, really tough. But that doesn’t mean you can’t do it. You can and you will.

Is Soy BAD For You?! Cancer, Isoflavones, GMOs, & More!

Wed, 21 Nov 2018 10:47:12 -0500

In this episode, we’ll analyze 23 scientific studies to uncover the truth about soy and answer the question, “Is soy bad for you?!” We’ll discuss all of the major soy concerns including soy’s effect on cancer (breast and prostate cancer in particular), isoflavones and their purported “feminizing effect” on men, and the danger of genetically modified (GM) soy.

For more vegan fitness tips, check out our website TheVeganGym.com and our Instagram @thevegangym.

Commit NOW & Figure The Rest Out Later

Thu, 15 Nov 2018 10:05:00 -0500

I'm never going to let limiting beliefs and excuses hold me back from doing something that really matters to me. Something that I know will push me out of my comfort zone and force me to grow into the man I want to become.

I call this mentality "commit NOW and figure the rest out later!" It's a concept that I learned from a well-known entrepreneur named Grant Cardone.

And this is exactly what we'll be talking about in today's podcast. My brother Anders and I both open up about our personal lives, struggles, and ambitions. I think this is hands-down the best podcast we've done so far. I hope you agree.

We're also launching a giveaway for our BRAND NEW vegan fitness apparel that launches next week. To enter the giveaway, submit a review for the podcast wherever you are listening, screenshot your review BEFORE YOU SUBMIT IT, and send us the screenshot via Instagram or email it to Anders: anders@thevegangym.com. If you don't know how to submit a review on iTunes, here are instructions.

For more vegan fitness tips, check out our website TheVeganGym.com and our Instagram @thevegangym.

How To Establish MASSIVE Accountability In Your Life

Wed, 07 Nov 2018 08:10:00 -0500

I love working out and nourishing my body and mind with healthy food. But I’m not immune to the lure of taking it easy and making excuses.

We’ve all said things like “I don’t feel like going to the gym today” and “I’ll just have one more slice.” But those missed workouts and extra calories tend to snowball into a real problem over time.

This is precisely why we all need to create accountability in our lives.

I have my brother to hold me accountable in the gym, a business coach to hold me accountable in my business, and mentors to hold me accountable in life.

I don’t care how much self-discipline you have, you NEED accountability.

In this episode of The Vegan Gym Podcast, my brother and I are going to teach you exactly how to create accountability in your life.

For more vegan fitness tips, check out our website TheVeganGym.com and our Instagram @thevegangym.

STEROIDS

Wed, 31 Oct 2018 10:02:55 -0400

Based on research from the International Journal of Sports Medicine, you can expect to gain muscle 3 to 15 times faster using steroids than you can naturally. But at what cost?

Steroids cause kidney problems or failure, liver damage, life-threatening cardiovascular complications, wreak havoc on your endocrine system, and much, much more.

So my goal in for this podcast episode is simple. I want to educate you on steroids and provide a science-based argument for why you should never take them.

We’ll discuss what exactly steroids are, how they work, and how they affect your body and health. We’ll also discuss other performance-enhancing drugs like SARMs.

For more vegan fitness tips, check out our website TheVeganGym.com and our Instagram @thevegangym.

Why Most Vegans Cannot Build Muscle

Thu, 25 Oct 2018 09:57:45 -0400

Are you struggling to build muscle? If so, I know the feeling. I used to be 130 pounds (59kg) standing 5’11” tall (1.8m tall). Seriously, I was a STICK.I just weighed myself this morning at 194 pounds (87kg)... 64 pounds (29kg) HEAVIER than I was 10 years ago. And guess what? It’s almost entirely muscle.When I first started getting into fitness, I honestly didn't think there was any way that I could build muscle. I really struggled.

So in this episode of The Vegan Gym Podcast, my brother Anders and I will explain the 3 REASONS that vegans struggle to build muscle.

How To Create Ambitious, Yet Achievable, Goals

Wed, 17 Oct 2018 09:51:29 -0400

We all have certain ideas about what is possible in our lives. What we are capable of accomplishing.

But whether we’re talking about your health and fitness, or your career, or your relationships, or whatever...you have another level. We all do.

If you’re not happy, if you don’t have meaning in your life, if you despise going into work every day, if you don’t like where you are with the current condition of your health and fitness, then you need to change something.

We're going to teach you how to do that in this episode of The Vegan Gym Podcast.

For more vegan fitness tips, check out our website TheVeganGym.com and our Instagram @thevegangym.

How To Avoid Injury and MAXIMIZE Results

Fri, 21 Sep 2018 07:56:15 -0400

Nailing down your form is the best way to avoid injury and MAXIMIZE your results. Poor form not only diminishes your results, it also puts serious stress on your muscles, ligaments, and tendons, which can potentially put you out of training for months.

So it's not just about how much weight you're using or where the weight travels; it's about how the weight gets from point A to point B. You need to lift with complete control, focus, and intensity.

In this episode of The Vegan Gym Podcast, we'll teach you exactly how to nail down your form so you get the most out of your training without risking injury.

For more vegan fitness tips, check out our website TheVeganGym.com and our Instagram @thevegangym.

The TRUTH About Vegan Protein Quality

Wed, 12 Sep 2018 08:18:00 -0400

A high-protein diet is absolutely vital for building muscle, gaining strength, and getting ripped. But when it comes to protein, QUANTITY is only half of the equation. The other half is protein QUALITY. Most people talk about protein in terms of quantity, but I would argue that vegan protein quality is equally important.

And here's why...

The protein found in plant foods all have different "qualities." “High quality” versus “low quality” proteins are terms generally used to distinguish the relative proportions of the different essential amino acids found in certain foods. The more closely the proportion matches our own proteins, the higher its “quality.”

In this episode of The Vegan Gym Podcast, we'll discuss the TRUTH about vegan protein quality.

For more vegan fitness tips, check out our website TheVeganGym.com and our Instagram @thevegangym.

The Story of Our Lives

Wed, 05 Sep 2018 09:30:59 -0400

Since we started The Vegan Gym, we’ve received many questions about our personal lives. We do answer them, but honestly, we don’t really like talking about ourselves.Plus, we want to provide AS MUCH value as we possibly can to you, so we try to just focus on vegan nutrition and fitness science; practical information to help vegans get into the best shape of their lives.But we've thought about it an realized that we really enjoy hearing other people's life stories and we always learn something from them, so we thought you might find our life stories to be entertaining, maybe even valuable.

I hope you enjoy this episode!!

For more vegan fitness tips, check out our website TheVeganGym.com and our Instagram @thevegangym.

How to Use Vegan Flexible Dieting (IIFYM) to Build Muscle and Shred Fat

Fri, 24 Aug 2018 04:57:01 -0400

In this episode, we'll teach you everything you need to know about vegan flexible dieting, macros, body composition, protein targets, and much, much more. We even cover the exact macros that we both follow for bulking and shredding!

I think you might find it to be our most valuable podcast episode yet.

Plus, we recorded the whole episode without swearing one freakin' time! So this episode is kid-friendly and approved by our Mom :-)

For more information on vegan flexible dieting, check out our Flexible Dieting (IIFYM) Guide on our website TheVeganGym.com. You can also download The Vegan Gym Macro Calculator in our Vegan Macro Guide.

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We love to see who is enjoying this episode!