Vegan bodybuilding: NOT an oxymoron
Lately I've been outlining eco-workouts, which basically involve heading outside to workout and not using any unwanted equipment. Recently I came upon another angle to working out with eco ethics in mind...vegan bodybuilding. (If you need a reminder as to why vegetarianism is directly linked to environmentalism, re-read Deanna's rockin' gallery).
Now, before you get all up in arms (pun intended), hear me out. Or rather, hear this guy out. Granted, he IS a fitness model (see adjacent pic for evidence) but he has some decent things to say. Justin emphasizes not consuming any vitamin capsules or protein-building products with gelatin, and suggests using ones with agar-agar as a substitute. He also reminds readers to keep their protein shakes vegan with soy, rice, and hemp).
Justin claims that vegans shouldn't try to follow typical workout regimens, because a vegan diet and resulting body makeup cannot support the recovery process necessary in typical workouts.
His main instructions? Keep workouts under 45 minutes, and go with heavy weights and fewer reps for optimum performance.
There are a few more specific articles on the subject, like some great examples of women vegan bodybuilders and pro athletes, and awesome alt-protein sources to fuel you through your workouts.
Any vegans or veggies out there have experience with intense workouts or bodybuilding? I'd love to hear your stories.
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