Reddit mentions of Vegan Bodybuilding & Fitness

I'm a bodybuilder competitior, bikini class.


Yes, you have to eat a lot... but every bodybuilder needs to get a lot.

I bought Robert Cheeke's book and started reading it. He has sample meal plans in there for cutting, gaining and maintenance. Plus, it's a pretty good reference.

http://www.amazon.ca/Vegan-Bodybuilding-Fitness-Complete-Plant-Based/dp/0984391606


This book just came out, so you might be interested in that: http://www.lulu.com/shop/derek-tresize-and-marcella-torres/the-vegan-muscle-fitness-guide-to-bodybuilding-competitions/paperback/product-21777455.html


My boyfriend is naturally skinny and has a wicked fast metabolism. He has to eat 3000-4000 calories a day just to maintain his bodyweight. He does it. Lots of breads, coconut oil, soy milk and nuts.


It's not close to impossible. It's only close to impossible if you don't have the drive to attempt it or make it work for you.

Also, you should take into consideration that eating tons of animal proteins can be pretty hard on the body, especially milk if you're going lacto-ovo. Personally, I'd rather eat more calories in plant-based foods than deal with the issues surrounding milk and milk products.

Have you read this book by Robert Cheeke? I'm sure he has some ideas. The only vegan bodybuilder I have known personally ate about a tub of peanut butter every day.

Can he ensure he's only eating brown rice instead of white rice and potatoes with the peels intact?

Theres a documentary on fruitarians who monoeat bananas for months on end, and they're not obese (not saying i think this is healthy or a smart idea for anyone). It really just comes down to fiber and calories.

My husband has this book and really enjoyed it to increase his muscle mass and reduce body fat.

https://www.amazon.com/Vegan-Bodybuilding-Fitness-Robert-Cheeke/dp/0984391606/

I'd also like to add, thanks for not trying to enforce your dietary beliefs on him, and instead trying to work with it. You sound like a great friend!

Edit to add: I can't really think of any sites aside from ones about athletes. Maybe try checking out https://www.nomeatathlete.com/