Ever wondered why bodybuilders train differently than powerlifters? Wouldn't training that gets you super strong, also make you super jacked? Or are they seperate goals entirely? Back as our first three-peat guest, Dr. Eric Helms breaks down the difference between training for strength and training for muscle growth. If you have seen any of Eric's work, you will know he know's his shit. And especially so when it comes to the literature on strength and hypertrophy. As a current...

Why do some claim that they couldn't be healthy eating just plants? While others seem to thrive? I'm chatting all things dietary balance with Accredited Practicing Dietitian Melissa D'Elia.  We Cover: What does it mean to be healthy?Why do people claim they weren't healthy on a plant-only diet?What are the signs of an unbalanced diet?Key components of a balanced diet.Vitamins & minerals of interest.Do you have to eat only whole foods?How to practice balance today.Check out Mel's...

Ohhh it's a big one today friends… The Plant Strong Dietitian, Leah Higl, is back to grace your ears once again with her deep knowledge of all things vegan nutrition.  And today, it's all about fat loss. Specifially we cover: Is fat loss positive or negative?The most important aspect of goal setting.Fat loss methods vs. principles.How to create a calorie deficit.The truth about macros.Does meal timing matter?Accepting that fat loss is hard, and you will get hungry.How to combat hunger to...

Everything you thought you knew about back pain, posture and technique is wrong. (Or at least maybe a little misguided). Like any industry, there are great physios, and there are poor physios.  I wanted to bring Andrew on to provide some insight, some perspective, and some practical take homes so you feel better equipped at knowing who to trust. We cover: What's missing in physiotherapy education.Why your core is not the problem.How to address hamstring "tightness".An updated...

On today’s show, we’re answering the question… what does the future of our protein look like? I am sure you are well aware of the current state of our climate and the huge obstacles we face as a species if we want to continue to call this place home. Where we source our protein is an incredibly important component of this issue, and in recent years there have been some super exciting new technologies that have the potential to disrupt our food systems for the better. Some you may have heard...

Social media is a tricky space to navigate, especially in the fitness industry. For the budding fitness enthusiast or novice trainee, looking for content on social platforms around what to do in the gym and how to eat for results, will more often than not lead them to a plethora of influencers with large followings. However this doesn't always mean their content will be helpful, or even effective. And often, it can even be harmful, specifically to their mental health. In todays episode...

On today’s show… what’s up with soy? You’ve likely all heard someone claim that soy is bad for health, causes breast cancer, lowers testosterone and makes men grow boobs.  But where did this all come from? And what does the evidence have to say about  it. I dive into it that with Dr. Nagra to provide all you soy boys and girls with an easy to digest resource to understand the science on soy, and to share it with all of your skeptical friends. Check out Dr. Nagra...

On today’s show… we hit you with the most common nutrition errors in plant based nutrition. Specifially we cover: - What it means to be a science-based, vegan dietitian. - How Leah changed her relationship with food. - The problem with “Clean Eating” and strictly whole food approaches. - Common nutrition errors: Protein. - Common nutrition errors: Gut issues. - Common nutrition errors: Blood checks. Check out Leah here. Keep up to date with me here. Coaching enquires here. See ya in...

On today’s show… It’s finally time to talk about Creatine. Should vegans bother with it?Is it safe?And what about hair loss and weight gain? I have the Creatine Godfather himself, Darren Candow PhD, to rip into this one and provide clear, evidence based information on what creatine is, how it works and how to supplement with it. Plus, we touch on an aspect of creatine supplementation not often talked about in mainstream circles - do vegans need more or less creatine than omnivores?  Grab...

Is just getting enough protein the best recommendation for optimising your results on a plant based diet? Or do we need to dive a little deeper and make our food selections based on specific amino acids? On today's episode I've got the brilliant mind of Dr. Eric Trexler joining me to break down the latest research on plant protein vs. animal protein.  Eric, well know for his work within the MASS research review team and work alongside Greg Knuckles over at Stronger By Science, is about as...

I cannot believe another year has just gone! But I am also immensely proud of the content from the the 2021 season. I hope you gain as much from listening to these episodes as I do recording them. This year, I couldn't possibly include a piece from every guest in this summary episode, so instead, I have taken a short clip from sections I think you may find interesting or practically helpful. Of course, if any of these pieces are of interest to you, be sure to go back and give the full...

Alice is a personal trainer, weightlifting competitor and lifelong vegetarian turned vegan. We cover: Finding lifting, why ladies struggle with gyms and how to own your spot in the gym.Growing up as a vegetarian, bringing weird food to school and transitioning to Veganism.Sex differences in training outcomes: Are men actually stronger? Do ladies really grow less muscle? What about recovery - who has the upper hand?All this and more in episode 37 with Alice! If you enjoy this episode please...

Ever wondered what athletes do differently? What are the key exercises you need to include in your program? What about training the core? What does that actually mean and how should you do it? Whether you are new to training, or been at this game a long time, this episode if full of wisdom and practical take homes from Tony's years in the trenches. We cover: Tony's background in sports and coaching experienceThe 7 exercises that should be in every programMisconceptions about abdominal...

A big episode today friends!  I take the plunge and dive into the murky waters of understanding the menstrual cycle,  how it effects training and performance, and what to do about it. In reality, as you will see, it's not so murky after all, and you will come away with some clear, evidence based conclusions on exactly how you should approach that time of the month. PS. Lads, don't you shy away, this is essential listening for you too. It's time for us to level up our knowledge and be apart...

Modern shoes are messing with our feet… And when our feet are the foundation for the way the rest of our body moves and functions, we need understand how footwear affects that function. Andy is a natural podiatrist based in Melbourne and on this episode we dive into: How natural podiatry differs from what is taught in mainstream academiaWhy fee tare so important to human movement The common issues in western populationsHow footwear has evolved and what is it about modern day footwear that...

"Love your body" "You are worth more than just your looks" You've likely seen statements like these thrown around, and maybe you have said them yourself.  But the question we are all left wondering is, how? Can I still improve my body through diet and training AND have a positive body image? What does a positive body image even mean? And how do I know if mine is negative? Well friends, Shannon Beer is back to break it down for us. We cover: How is body image defined?What are the common...

Today I am joined by world renowned running coach, blogger and podcaster Jason Fitzgerald.  As myself and many of our VBC community begin to dabble in longer distance ruining, I thought it was timely to bring in the man himself, Jason Fitzgerald, to break down the common misconceptions and help to empower you to go out there and succeed in whatever running goals you may have. We cover: Jason's journey to his first marathonWhy running is such a trendThe common misconceptions and mistakes new...

It was my absolute pleasure to host Alan Flanagan (@thenutritional_advocate) for a deep dive into the science on animal products and human health outcomes.  Generally, and understandably, people have a hard time separating the moral and ethical implications of meat consumption from the objective assessment of the evidence on human health effects.  While not meant to sway you back to eating animal products if you are currently vegan, plant predominant, or reducing, this episode is instead...

Concurrent Training Effects on Muscle and Strength I wanted to bring Eric on for round two, to discuss just how much effect activities like football, hiking, running, or other high intensity activities such as circuit training or crossfit have on our potential to grow muscle and build strength. Specifically we dive deep into: What the interference effect itsHow much volume is needed to progress or at least maintain in strength and physique while concurrent training?How to structure a week of...

Reality is we are humans, and we don’t get it right all of the time.  Sometimes nailing your daily nutrition to ensure adequate nutrient intake is just one more thing that you have to make time for. Having a safety net to ensure you are able to continue your plant based or plant exclusive lifestyle without running into potential deficiencies is a simple solution. Today I am joined by Hava Horowitz, cofounder of Terraseed, a game changing new all-in-one supplement for vegans. The break...

Unfortunately Crossfit has become one of those terms that provokes a couple of polarising responses. Many love it and are completely engrossed in the Crossfit scene, and for good reason, as we discuss in this episode. On the other hand, the rumours, misconceptions and stigma that surround Crossfit have lead to many being turned away without ever truly understanding the nature of the methodology. Is Crossfit for you? It very well may be. Find out what it's all about as Brayden runs us...

Wow team, this one is essential listening for all vegans and non-vegans alike. If you want to learn how to communicate more effectively about the things that matter to you most, this is for you. If you are sick of heated vegan debates that lead nowhere, this is for you. If you have a friend of family member who is not vegan, and still doesn't get it, this is for them. Dr. Melanie Joy is a Harvard-educated psychologist, relationship coach, and communication specialist and she is the...

A full dive into optimising endurance performance on a plant based diet.

Can women gain muscle? How much? And why do many ladies shy away from it?Check out Hawys instagram @that_vegan_bodybuilder We cover:Hawys eating disorderFinding strength trainingOvercoming the fear of weight and muscle gainMuscle mass...