On August 3rd, 2019, Anders and I are racing an IRONMAN 70.3 triathlon in Boulder, Colorado. We are SUPER PUMPED despite not being fully prepared for the event. It’s going to be an awesome experience and we’re going to bring you along for the rest of our journey - including race day! In this Tuesday’s podcast episode, we’ll talk about why we’re doing this event and how we’re juggling weight training and endurance triathlon training. Get your FREE copy of our new book, Vegan Fat Shredding Secrets...
Jun 25, 2019•52 min
Most people drastically undervalue their ability and potential. But when it comes to your physical ability, whether you are crushing world records or gearing up for your first 5K road race, YOU are an athlete! Get your FREE copy of our new book, Vegan Fat Shredding Secrets: https://www.veganshredding.com Apply to the Vegan Superhero Academy, our 1-on-1 online coaching program: https://www.vegansuperheroacademy.com Follow us on Instagram for daily tips and inspiration: https://www.instagram.com/t...
Jun 20, 2019•30 min
Laura overcame extreme adversity and emotional anguish as a teenager when she was forced to eat meat against her will at a treatment center for eating disorders. In fact, for much of her life, she’s been told to eat animal products by doctors and fellow athletes, which caused her to constantly feel sick and depressed. But over the past decade, she has learned to eat in a way that serves both her body and heart. After overcoming anorexia, bulimia, and debilitating injuries, she’s become an accomp...
Jun 18, 2019•1 hr 41 min
Yesterday CRUSHED me. Nothing seemed to be going my way. I invested 1,500 hours into a project that seemed to fall flat on its face. In this episode, I'll share the two questions I ask myself to power through - and ultimately BEAT - adversity. Get your FREE copy of our new book, Vegan Fat Shredding Secrets: https://www.veganshredding.com Apply to the Vegan Superhero Academy, our 1-on-1 online coaching program: https://www.vegansuperheroacademy.com Follow us on Instagram for daily tips and inspir...
Jun 14, 2019•26 min
Women, it’s time to stop slaving away on the treadmill, or wasting hours of time lifting light weights. Focus on training with heavy weights . In time, you will achieve a lean, toned, athletic physique without becoming "big and bulky." Get your FREE copy of our new book, Vegan Fat Shredding Secrets: https://www.veganshredding.com Apply to the Vegan Superhero Academy, our 1-on-1 online coaching program: https://www.vegansuperheroacademy.com Follow us on Instagram for daily tips and inspiration: h...
Jun 11, 2019•23 min
Through a decade of training, we've learned 9 crucial lessons that have the power to radically accelerate your health and fitness results. Get your FREE copy of our new book, Vegan Fat Shredding Secrets: https://www.veganshredding.com Apply to the Vegan Superhero Academy, our 1-on-1 online coaching program: https://www.vegansuperheroacademy.com Follow us on Instagram for daily tips and inspiration: https://www.instagram.com/thevegangym/ Check out our vegan fitness apparel: https://vegangymgear.c...
Jun 06, 2019•58 min
For over a decade, Ashley Marcum struggled with her weight and battled eating disorders. But she overcame this adversity to become an accomplished vegan athlete and coach. Connect with Ashley: ashley@thevegangym.com or @thebrunettebodybuilder Get your free copy of our new book, Vegan Fat Shredding Secrets: https://www.veganshredding.com Apply to the Vegan Superhero Academy, our 1-on-1 online coaching program: https://www.vegansuperheroacademy.com Follow us on Instagram for daily tips and inspira...
Jun 04, 2019•52 min
Your to-do list never gets shorter. You constantly feel overwhelmed by the sheer number of things that you have to get done. At the end of every day, you feel exhausted because you were a flurry of non-stop activity, but you have little to show for your effort. I know exactly how that feels. It sucks. Well about a year ago, I stumbled across a simple, yet incredibly powerful principle that has enabled me to accomplish more in the past year of my life than I have in any other 5 years combined. An...
May 30, 2019•40 min
In this episode, we bust the myth of protein combining. A "complete" protein contains all 9 of the essential amino acids. You do not have to combine plant proteins (like rice and beans) to form a "complete" protein. All vegan foods contain every single one of these essential amino acids. Get your free copy of our new book, Vegan Fat Shredding Secrets: https://www.veganshredding.com Apply to the Vegan Superhero Academy, our 1-on-1 online coaching program: https://www.vegansuperheroacademy.com Fol...
May 28, 2019•35 min
I have been falling behind on my goals. I am simply not on track to accomplish all the things that I set out to achieve this year. It's not that I haven't been putting in the work. I have. It's just that I've allowed myself to get off track with a few goals that really matter to me. That's totally normal. It happens to all of us. But it's not okay with me. I believe that if your goals really matter to you, then you can't let complacency dictate your life. That's why Anders and I explain how we'r...
May 24, 2019•44 min
In this episode, we'll teach you our Vegan Fat Shredding Formula, which will help you to shred fat as quickly and efficiently as possible. Get your free copy of our new book, Vegan Fat Shredding Secrets: https://www.veganshredding.com Apply to the Vegan Superhero Academy, our 1-on-1 online coaching program: https://www.vegansuperheroacademy.com Follow us on Instagram for daily tips and inspiration: https://www.instagram.com/thevegangym/ Check out our vegan fitness apparel: https://vegangymgear.c...
May 08, 2019•1 hr 4 min
Do low-carb diets help you to shred more fat? In this episode, we'll discuss the research behind both sides of the low-carb vs. high-carb debate. Get your free copy of our new book, Vegan Fat Shredding Secrets: https://www.veganshredding.com Apply to the Vegan Superhero Academy, our 1-on-1 online coaching program: https://www.vegansuperheroacademy.com Follow us on Instagram for daily tips and inspiration: https://www.instagram.com/thevegangym/ Check out our vegan fitness apparel: https://vegangy...
Apr 25, 2019•36 min
In this episode, you’ll meet one of our super awesome coaching clients, Molly Powell, and hear her incredible transformation story. To apply to our 1-on-1 coaching program, the Vegan Superhero Academy, please go to https://www.vegansuperheroacademy.com Support the show
Apr 04, 2019•1 hr 19 min
There comes a point on the road to achieving any great endeavor when you realize just how tough it's really going to be. When you realize that it's going to take many times more effort than you anticipated. And at that point you have two options: you can throw in the towel, wave a white flag, and give up. That's what most people do. Or you can embrace adversity and lean into the difficulty because you know THAT will bring you closer to the incredible person you were put on this Earth to become. ...
Mar 29, 2019•15 min
In this episode, you’ll meet one of our super awesome coaching clients, David Allen, and hear his amazing transformation story. To apply to our 1-on-1 coaching program, the Vegan Superhero Academy, please go to https://www.vegansuperheroacademy.com . Support the show
Mar 20, 2019•1 hr 12 min
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 build...
Mar 06, 2019•40 min
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 ro...
Feb 20, 2019•24 min
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 ...
Feb 13, 2019•41 min
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 game changer. If y...
Feb 07, 2019•36 min
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 require...
Feb 01, 2019•34 min
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...
Jan 22, 2019•33 min
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! Get your free copy of our new book, Vegan Fat Shredding Secrets: https://www.veganshredding.com Apply to the Vegan Superhero Academy, our 1-on-1 online coaching program: https://www.vegansuperheroacademy.com Follow us on Instagram for daily tips and inspiration: https://www.instagram.com/thevegangym/ Check out our vegan fitness apparel: https://vegangymgear.com...
Jan 03, 2019•36 min
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...
Dec 20, 2018•38 min
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. Get your free copy of our new book, Vegan Fat Shredding Secrets: https://www.veganshredding.com Apply to the Vegan Sup...
Dec 11, 2018•20 min
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...
Dec 05, 2018•37 min
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. Get your free copy of our new book, Vegan Fat Shredding Secrets: https://www.veganshredding.com Apply to the Vegan Superhero Academy, our ...
Nov 21, 2018•37 min
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...
Nov 15, 2018•51 min
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 account...
Nov 07, 2018•23 min
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’...
Oct 31, 2018•51 min
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 Ander...
Oct 25, 2018•1 hr
