Today we take a surprising and captivating journey with Maxime Sigouin, the dynamic founder and CEO of Fit Vegan Coaching, as we explore the remarkable transformation achievable through a plant-based diet and mindful fitness. Listen in as Maxime shares his personal evolution from a meat-centric bodybuilder to a high-fashion model to thriving on veganism. We unravel the complexities of body recomposition, especially for individuals aged 45 to 80, underscoring the importance of resistance training and bone density. We reflect on the topic of body image, drawing from Maxime’s experiences in bodybuilding and modeling to aid clients in cultivating healthier self-perceptions. Wrapping up with a note on gratitude and inspiration, I share how Maxim's approach to taking regular breaks has inspired me to rethink my own practices. Maxime is the founder and ceo of Fit Vegan Coaching a company that is on a mission to serve 10,000 people to get lean, thrive and disease proof their bodies on plants by 2033 and 1 million by 2050. In the past 4 years along they've helped over 700 + vegans and veg-curious completely transform their body composition and health. The are one of the worlds top whole food plant-based body recomposition coaching programs. Maxime is also the host of the Fit Vegan Podcast and a hybrid endurance athlete demonstrating to the world what's possible when you fuel yourself with plants. Discussion points:  Maxime’s amazing journey to plant-based eating A story of cancer and plant-based eating Body recomposition - what does it mean? How do you do it? The power of consistent actions Building muscle as a vegan - whole food plant-based protein options Mindset shift- detach from any “timeline”- continue showing up! Training for endurance and consistency Finding balance in body fat levels, getting stuck on numbers rather than how you feel and look Training and rest for health, ‘hybrid’ athletes Self-care journey and prioritizing health, what Maxime wishes people knew Please subscribe, and reach out to us with your comments, questions, and feedback Disclaimer: The information on this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not meant to replace careful evaluation and treatment. If you have concerns about your health or well-being, please consult a healthcare professional. The I AM HUMAN podcast explores topics such as plant-based nutrition, lifestyle medicine, personal development, and spirituality to promote health, well-being, longevity, and joy and help you craft your best life yet. Subscribe today, and send your feedback to [email protected] Dr. Yami is a board-certified pediatrician, certified lifestyle medicine physician, national board-certified health and wellness coach, author and international speaker. She is a passionate promoter of healthy lifestyles, especially the power of plant-based diets for the prevention of chronic disease. She hosts the popular podcast I AM HUMAN (formerly Veggie Doctor Radio) which boasts listeners from 98 countries and more than a million downloads to date. She is a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics, a diplomate of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, has a certificate in plant-based nutrition and is a certified Food for Life Instructor. Dr. Yami owns Nourish Wellness, a pediatric practice in Yakima, Washington where she lives with her husband and two sons. Her book is called “A Parent’s Guide to Intuitive Eating: How to Raise Kids Who Love to Eat Healthy”. You can learn more about Dr. Yami at DoctorYami.com.  Resources:  Maxime's Website Maxime's IG The Fit Vegan Podcast  Maxime's YouTube   More From Dr. Yami:  Listen: http://bit.ly/vdrpodcast  TEDx Talk - http://bit.ly/DOCTORYAMITEDX  A Parent's Guide to Intuitive Eating: How to Raise Kids Who Love to Eat Healthy by Dr. Yami - https://amzn.to/40ZEQpT  Questions? Email me: [email protected]  More Listening Options:  Apple Podcasts: http://bit.l