How a 74-Year-Old Is Fitter Than His 40-Year-old Self | Fit Vegan Success Story & Podcast Ep #372

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Welcome to the Fit Vegan Podcast! At 74, Randy opens up about his journey to better health and fitness, touching on his experiences with various diets, including vegetarianism and veganism. He shares the health challenges that motivated his lifestyle changes and highlights his impressive progress. Randy discusses the vital role of food in achieving health goals, the lessons he's learned, and how mindset and community support are key to success. He also offers practical advice for anyone starting their own health transformation.

In This Episode, We Cover: 

[00:00-12:00] Intro - Randy’s Dieting Journey, Shift to Vegetarianism and Veganism, and the Health Concerns That Sparked Change.

[12:01-25:03] The Value of Quality of Life, Embracing Transformation, and Understanding Food’s Role in Health.

[25:04-36:54] Key Lessons Learned, Overcoming Setbacks, and Moving Forward in Health.

[36:55-48:41] Mindset in Transformation, Community Support, and Tips for Beginners—Closing Thoughts.

Key Quotes

“I feel pretty damn good” -Randy.

“There's not a lot of 30 year olds that can do five sets of 50 push ups!”-Maxime.

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How To Stop Being a Skinny Fat Vegan | The Fit Vegan Podcast Ep #371

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Welcome to the Fit Vegan Podcast! In today’s episode I talk about being a “skinny fat” vegan, especially as we age, which means looking slim but having low muscle and higher body fat. Starting in our 30s, we lose muscle, so it's key to focus on strength training and proper nutrition to build muscle. You can either focus on fat loss first or muscle gain, but having a supportive environment for your health is a must.

In This Episode, We Cover: 

[00:00-06:52] Defining "Skinny Fat" & My Journey: Why muscle mass matters as we age.

[06:53-13:43] Strength Training & Nutrition: Building lean muscle and fueling your body for growth.

[13:42-19:20] Overcoming Skinny Fat: Two approaches—fat loss first or building muscle.

[19:21-22:45] Creating a Sustainable Fitness Environment: Tips for long-term success - Closing thoughts.

Key Quotes

“Sarcopenia starts as early as 30” -Maxime.

“We know what skinny fat is, and we know what is causing that, right? Obviously getting older, not exercising, not strength training, not prioritizing nutrition to be conducive to putting on more lean muscle and decreasing the amount of body fat that you have on your body.”-Maxime.

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60s & Lean: A Couple's Inspiring 16% Body Fat Drop | Fit Vegan Success Story & Podcast Ep #370

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Welcome to the Fit Vegan Podcast! Today I’m joined by Fit Vegan Superstars, Gary and Linda Petersen, as they share their inspiring journey to better health. Together, they’ve tackled weight loss, fitness, and the challenges life threw their way. They’ll talk about how community support, healthy habits, and a bit of online coaching helped them stay on track. Their story shows that with the right mindset and partnership, it’s never too late to make a positive change. Tune in for a down-to-earth conversation full of wisdom and inspiration for anyone looking to live healthier!

In This Episode, We Cover: 

[00:00-11:34] Health Motivations and Dietary Changes: The Role of Community and Support

[11:35-24:40] Tracking Progress and Achievements: Initial Changes, Body Responses, and Tools for Success

[24:41-36:00] Navigating Life's Challenges and Staying on Track: Sustainability of Lifestyle Changes

[36:01-42:38] Sustainable Training and Lifestyle Changes: Unexpected Benefits of Transformation

[42:39-52:38] Navigating Online Coaching: The Importance of Trusting the Process

[52:39-1:07:26] Good Things Take Time: There Are No Shortcuts

Key Quotes

“I can't imagine not having a supportive spouse”, “if we have the opportunity to book the hotels, we're always looking at hotels and we find the hotel based on the gym. Really? It's like, does it have a good gym?” -Gary and Linda.

“Lead by example, not by preaching.”-Maxime.

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Vegan Powerhouse: Melissa Busta's Strongman Victory! 💪 | Fit Vegan Podcast #369

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Welcome to the Fit Vegan Podcast! In today’s episode, I’m joined by Melissa Busta, a vegan bodybuilder and strongman competitor. Melissa shares her inspiring journey from nursing school to strength sports, breaking down the challenges she faced, how plant-based nutrition fuels her success, and the power of mindset in overcoming obstacles.

In This Episode, We Cover: 

[00:00-14:37] Introduction to Veganism & Personal Journey, How Nursing School Shaped Dietary Choices, Transitioning to Bodybuilding & Strongman Competitions

[14:38-26:00] Training & Nutrition for Vegan Bodybuilding, Overcoming Unique Vegan Bodybuilding Challenges

[26:01-35:56] Creative Cooking on Caloric Restrictions, Navigating Food Relationships & Body Image, Transitioning from Bodybuilding to Strongman & Setting New Goals

[35:57-58:55] Training Regimens & Mental Challenges, Nutrition Strategies for Strength, Mindset & Motivation, Finding Strength in Adversity

[58:56-1:11:36] The Power of Self-Belief, Overcoming Setbacks, Building Resilience & Staying Motivated

[1:11:37-1:30:50] Fitness Inspiration, Community Support & Advice for Her Younger Self.

Key Quotes

“Whether it's for your health, you want to be healthy for your kids, or you want to be a leading example, or me, I'm doing it for the animals. It's always something bigger than yourself. ” -Melissa.

“It built you into this person that, you know, you're a nurse, you're helping a lot of people, how many animals you've saved through how you're representing this movement, how many people you're impacting through.”-Maxime.

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The Vegan Opera Singer Who Lost 16 lbs and Built Muscle | Fit Vegan Success Story & Podcast Ep #368

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Welcome to the Fit Vegan Podcast! In this episode, I chat with opera singer Cameron King, who opens up about his personal journey over the past five months. He shares his struggles with weight, sticking to a vegan diet, and finding a fitness routine that works for him. Cameron talks about the health improvements he's seen, like the relief from chronic reflux, and stresses how important it is to start small and make sustainable changes, especially when life gets busy. We dive into the challenges he's faced with food, performance anxiety, and the value of having a supportive environment. Cameron’s story is a reminder that lasting change takes time, and it’s all about trusting the process.

In This Episode, We Cover: 

[00:00-10:19] Cameron's Background and Struggles with Weight, Cameron's Background and Struggles with Weight.

[10:20-17:49] Learning Sustainable Eating Habits, Balancing Fitness with a Busy Schedule and The Importance of Starting Now.

[17:50-25:04] Unexpected Wins: Health Improvements Beyond Weight Loss and Navigating Food and Performance Anxiety.

[25:05-33:21] Shifting Perspectives on Fitness and Nutrition, Trusting the Process: Overcoming Initial Doubts and Facing Obstacles: Illness and Busy Schedules.

[33:22-42:22] Sustainability: Building a Lasting Lifestyle and Advice for a Fulfilling Journey.

Key Quotes

“I never felt hungry this whole time.” -Cameron.

“There is no perfect time.” -Maxime.

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Digital Detox Lessons: Finding Peace in a Busy World | The Fit Vegan Podcast Ep #367

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Welcome to the Fit Vegan Podcast! In today’s episode, I’m sharing some of my experiences from my recent digital detox. I’ll be talking about what I learned, like how important it is to step away from all the tech and social media for a bit. It really gave me a sense of mental peace and helped me be more adaptable to life without constantly being plugged in. I’ll also dive into some of the takeaways from a book I read called Dopamine Nation and how it opened my eyes to how tech and social media can affect our brains. My hope is that after listening, you might think about trying your own digital detox to help with personal growth and just to find a little more balance in life. Hope you enjoy it!

In This Episode, We Cover: 

[00:00-08:57] My 10th Digital Detox: Personal Reflections.

[08:58-19:23] What I Learned from Unplugging + Insights from ‘Dopamine Nation’

[19:24-25:52] Why Adaptability & Mental Peace Matter.

[25:53-27:19] Why You Should Try Your Own Digital Detox for Personal Growth.

Key Quotes

“One big lesson out of all that was to be adaptable.” -Maxime.

“Just commit to at least doing 24 hours, a 48 hour, a 72 hours [digital detox], to see how you feel after and notice the difference of what it feels like to just sit with yourself in your thoughts, right? Bring a pen and paper journal, write whatever's going through your head. You're to be able to work through a lot of incredible things, which ultimately will help to bring more internal peace.” -Maxime.

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Dr. Angie Sadeghi's Top Gut Health Secrets for a Fit Lifestyle | The Fit Vegan Podcast #366

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Welcome to the Fit Vegan Podcast! In this episode of the Fit Vegan podcast, I chat with Dr. Angie Sadeghi, a board-certified gastroenterologist and plant-based advocate. Angie shares her journey to veganism, her career in gastroenterology, and why gut health is so crucial for overall well-being. We dive into the importance of fiber, the impact of processed foods and sugar on gut health, and why a plant-based diet is key for digestion. Angie also explains how stress affects the gut, why probiotics have limits, and the benefits of a whole-foods-based diet. Plus, we touch on the future of personalized nutrition and how gut health plays a role in athletic performance.

In This Episode, We Cover: 

[00:00-13:45] Dr. Angie’s Path to Veganism & Her Remarkable Career in Gastroenterology.

[13:46-23:38] Balancing a Medical Career with Family Life & Insights into Gut Health.

[23:39-33:07] The Power of Fermentation, Effects of Processed Foods on Gut Health, and the Role of Fiber in Digestion.

[33:08-41:07] How Sugars Affect Blood Sugar, Gut Health, and the Consequences of Low-Carb Diets vs. High-Protein Diets.

[41:08-57:53] The Importance of a Balanced Diet & Understanding Gut Dysbiosis.

[57:54-1:05:33] Stress and Gut Health: The Complex Relationship with GI Disorders and the Dietary Impact.

[1:05:34-1:23:37] Guidelines for Rebuilding Gut Health, Fiber’s Role in Athletic Performance, and the Future of Personalized Nutrition.

Key Quotes

“You cannot have a healthy body, you cannot have a healthy mind, without a healthy gut. ” -Dr. Angie.

“There's no shortcut to gut health” -Maxime.

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How to Lose Fat & Build Muscle Quickly over 50 in 2025 | The Fit Vegan Podcast Ep #365

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Welcome to the Fit Vegan Podcast! In this episode, I address common misconceptions about quick weight loss and muscle gain, emphasizing that sustainable results require a mindset shift and consistent habits over time. I discuss the importance of a healthy relationship with food and exercise, the dangers of seeking fast results, and the need for systems that support long-term success. Ultimately, I advocate for a balanced approach to fitness that prioritizes health and well-being over quick, superficial goals.

In This Episode, We Cover: 

[00:00-09:56] The Myth of Quick Results in Fitness, Confronting Hard Truths for Lasting Change and The Importance of Mindset in Transformation.

[09:57-19:13] The Slow Path to Sustainable Results, Building Systems for Success and The Dangers of Fast Fat Loss and Muscle Gain.

[19:14-24:47] Quality of Life Over Quick Fixes and Sustainability in Fitness Habits. 

[24:48-31:29] The Power of Consistency and Imperfect Action and Final Thoughts on Transformation and Health.

Key Quotes

“Slow is smooth and smooth is fast ” -Maxime.

“Health first and transformation second” -Maxime.

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Top Tips to lose 50 lbs in 2025 from my 59 year old Fit Vegan mom | The Fit Vegan Podcast Ep #364

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Welcome to the Fit Vegan Podcast! In this episode of the Fit Vegan Podcast, I chat with Lise, my mom, who lost over 50 pounds and kept it off for four years. We share tips on meal planning, workouts, meal prepping, and trying new recipes. We also discuss the importance of shifting your mindset for long-term success, taking action, and involving supportive partners. Our goal is to inspire you to make lasting lifestyle changes and set yourself up for success in 2025.

In This Episode, We Cover: 

[00:00-10:23] Mom's Weight Loss Journey – We dive into meal prepping, efficient grocery shopping, and easy ways to prep veggies for quick snacks.

[10:24-17:01] Training Day Prep – How to stay on track and why having support from your partner is key. Essential kitchen tools that make your transformation easier!

[17:02-21:38] Mindful Eating & Recipe Inspiration – Why mindful eating matters and how to find recipe inspiration. Shoutout to some awesome recipe creators and tips for finding simple, tasty meals!

[21:39-29:41] Sustainable Weight Loss & Mindset – The importance of adopting a long-term mindset for weight loss, strength training, and staying strong as we age.

[29:42-41:02] Commitment to Health – Final thoughts and a little encouragement to help you stay committed to your health journey.

Key Quotes

“ When you want to lose weight, usually we want to lose it quick. And it doesn't last. So just to change your mindset for the long term, take a longer time to lose your weight and that will be done forever.” -Lise.

“Make it easy for you to do the right thing and make it hard for you to do the wrong thing.” -Maxime.

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Meet our new Fit Vegan Coach: Cassidy 🌿💪 | The Fit Vegan Podcast Ep #363

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Welcome to the Fit Vegan Podcast!  Today I have the opportunity to introduce our new addition to the Fit Vegan Coaching family. Cassidy shares her unconventional journey to veganism, driven by a desire to combat animal cruelty and improve her health. She discusses the importance of education in nutrition, the psychological aspects of food, the empowerment that comes from taking control of one's health, and so much more!

In This Episode, We Cover: 

[00:00-10:45] Cassidy’s journey on Health and Veganism: A Personal Story - Empowerment Through Health.

[10:46-19:12] Nutrition vs. Personal Training, The Psychology of Food and the Escapism and Obsession in Health. 

[19:13-25:56] The Unsexy Truth of Fitness, The Reality of Body Image, Food Psychology and Restriction.

[25:57-34:55] Deconstructing Beliefs Around Food, The Journey to Food Neutrality and Letting Go of Control.

[34:56-49:17] Transforming Identity and Beliefs, The Importance of Individualized Coaching, Training Philosophy for Longevity and Embracing Joy and Neutrality in Nutrition - Closing Segments.

Key Quotes

“It's all about food neutrality ” -Cassidy.

“Mindset is 80% of our work.” -Maxime.

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