VeGAINS Fitness & Nutrition

Sep 16 2024 18 ep. 21 mins 3
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Fitness & Nutrition info with a focus on vegan and plant-based nutrition. This podcast dives into useful information, tips, and tricks that current or potential vegans will want to use to make their fitness journey more enjoyable and effective.

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A Beginner's Guide to Resistance Training

Sep 16 2024 42 mins  
In this episode of the VeGAINS Fitness and Nutrition Podcast, we give a comprehensive introduction to resistance training. We explain what resistance training is and how you can start with simple exercises using body weight or small weights. We discuss the key benefits, including muscle growth, bone density improvement, and enhanced mobility. The episode covers various training too

Exploring Basic Exercise Types for Beginners

Aug 27 2024 24 mins  
In this episode, we discuss different forms of exercise suitable for those new to fitness. We cover flexibility, mobility, strength training, and cardio, providing valuable insights and practical tips. They also highlight yoga, Pilates, P90X, and even exercise video games as effective ways to get started. The episode concludes with recent vegan fitness news and a discussion on home

Why and How to Start Moving More Every Day

Aug 12 2024 34 mins  
What if simply strolling around your neighborhood could drastically improve your health? In this invigorating episode of the VeGAINS Fitness and Nutrition Podcast, we explore why mid-year is the perfect time to reboot your fitness goals just in time for summer. Learn about the benefits of daily walking, including "cozy cardio," a delightful and enjoyable way to get your steps in. W

All About Protein

Aug 05 2024 30 mins  
Can a vegan diet truly provide all the protein you need for optimal health and fitness? Join us on this enlightening episode of the VeGAINS Fitness and Nutrition Podcast, where we uncover the remarkable benefits of protein for vegans. Promising insights into how protein functions as a fundamental building block for bones, muscles, organs, and even hair, we emphasize its crucial rol

The One About (Dietary) Fat

Jul 29 2024 19 mins  
In this episode of the Vegans Fitness and Nutrition Podcast, we unpack the intricacies of dietary fats, comparing their caloric density to proteins and carbohydrates and stressing the importance of mindful consumption to manage your calorie intake effectively. We dive deep into the necessity of accurate portion measurements for high-fat foods like peanut butter and the critical rol

The One About Carbohydrates

Jul 22 2024 22 mins  
In episode 13 of the VeGAINS Fitness and Nutrition Podcast, we dive deep into the role of carbohydrates in the diet. We discuss the difference between simple and complex carbohydrates and the body's ability to generate glucose The episode also covers glycogen storage and its importance for athletes, recommendations for carbohydrate intake, and tips for replenishing glycogen during

The One About Fiber

Jul 15 2024 22 mins  
In this episode of the VeGAINS Fitness and Nutrition Podcast, the hosts delve into the topic of fiber, discussing its role in overall health and its classification as a carbohydrate that does not count towards calorie intake. They examine the health benefits of fiber, including its impact on reducing all-cause mortality and lowering the risk of colon cancer, as supported by meta-an

Hitting Your Protein Target Without Powder

Jul 08 2024 27 mins  
What if you could completely transform your vegan fitness and nutrition game with easy, high-protein recipes? Join us in this episode as we unveil our newly split websites, ProteinDeficientVegan.com and MuscleDeficientVegan.com, designed to cater to all your vegan protein and fitness needs. We'll redefine what it means for food to be "high protein" by emphasizing the importance of

Tackling Vegan Myths and Misconceptions

Jan 20 2024 22 mins  
Ever wondered if vegans really just live on a diet of "rabbit food"? This week, we're plucking apart the misconceptions surrounding veganism. We'll also squash the protein deficiency scare, reassuring you that with a dash of insight and a sprinkle of planning, building muscle on a plant-based diet isn't just possible, it's been done by many vegan athletes.Hold onto your aprons as w

Vegan Micronutrients

Jan 11 2024 17 mins  
Unlock the secrets to thriving on a plant-based diet as we traverse the landscape of micronutrients essential for vegans. We'll explore the mighty kale's calcium offerings and dive into the ocean of algae oil for that omega-3 goodness. Come along for an inspiring journey into the world of vegan nutrition, where knowledge meets flavor and every bite is a step toward a healthier you.