I'm Liz! I'm glad to see there are other vegans here looking to shed a few pounds. I've been vegan for since I was 14 (11 years), so unfortunately I haven't been able to use that as a way to kick-start weight loss. It's my normal. I am trying to eat fewer carbs and really watch my sugar intake to lose 15 to 20 pounds. I know weight loss = calories out > calories in, but I was making it really hard on myself consuming most of my calories from simple carbs. That's one aspect of veganism that tends to be difficult-- a lot of readily available vegan foods are just carbs, no fat or protein to keep you full. Anyone else have something they'd like to share? @forgtmenot ? @defmonk ?

defmonk wrote: »

I'm here. The thing that most astounding to me, on the topic of veganism, is how many doctors have advised various of my friends to take up a vegan diet *after* they've had major health issues. Why isn't that advised on the front end, before folks get sick?

Most medical professionals have never been taught any forum of nutrition and those that promote it have gone out and got it after the fact. It's really quite sad when you think about it. They are taught about the need to be proactive but also what medications to use after the fact. I do thin some doctors are given a kick back for how much medication they prescribe but after watching lectures from T. Colin Campbell (and a few others) I do support the lack of information taught in medical school as well.

HI, everyone! Thank you for creating this vegan fitness group! I am 4 years vegan, age 46, and a competitive strongWOman. I still eat fake meat because I like it and the protein levels are high. I have difficulty with cash flow so my fresh veggie intake is lower during the winter when my garden isnt as productive. I eat lots of cabbage, celery, and carrots since discovering Hampton Creek Just Mayo vegan mayo. I mix in Beyond Meat grilled chick'n strips, diced, and end up eating almost a whole head of cabbage and a pack of the chick'n in a day. I live alone, so I tend to make a thing and then eat all of it then make a different thing the next day. My vice is peanut butter and jelly sandwiches and flax milk or Ripple pea protein milk. I have a wicked sweet tooth and struggle to keep it at bay.
I lift heavy 5-6 days (evenings) a week and do Orange Theory Fitness at 5 a.m. 5-6 days a week. I live with 6 rescue dogs and walk 3-7 miles a day between 3 separate walks. Thanks for reading about me!

Does anyone in here compete in Strongman?

Eat_Plants_Lift_Iron wrote: »

HI, everyone! Thank you for creating this vegan fitness group! I am 4 years vegan, age 46, and a competitive strongWOman. I still eat fake meat because I like it and the protein levels are high. I have difficulty with cash flow so my fresh veggie intake is lower during the winter when my garden isnt as productive. I eat lots of cabbage, celery, and carrots since discovering Hampton Creek Just Mayo vegan mayo. I mix in Beyond Meat grilled chick'n strips, diced, and end up eating almost a whole head of cabbage and a pack of the chick'n in a day. I live alone, so I tend to make a thing and then eat all of it then make a different thing the next day. My vice is peanut butter and jelly sandwiches and flax milk or Ripple pea protein milk. I have a wicked sweet tooth and struggle to keep it at bay.
I lift heavy 5-6 days (evenings) a week and do Orange Theory Fitness at 5 a.m. 5-6 days a week. I live with 6 rescue dogs and walk 3-7 miles a day between 3 separate walks. Thanks for reading about me!

Does anyone in here compete in Strongman?

I don't compete in Strongman, I'm far from that level still, but my wife has been thinking about it. She's by far more competitive than I am. I don't even go to the box when she goes, cause I don't want her to try and compete with me, LOL.

Hi my names Jonathan and I’ve been a serious vegan for over 6 months now , lost 32 pounds! It has changed my life in so many countless ways .. now I’m looking to make friends get fit and slim down to my goal weight another 30-40 to go!

Hi I’m Cristina! I was vegetarian last year although mostly vegan. This year I am hoping to commit fully. My job as a cardiac nurse has really shown me the impact that a whole foods plant based diet could make in my life. I enjoy running long distance and have done 14 marathons. I’m looking to increase fitness and prevent disease. I struggle with portion control and would like to get a handle on that so I can be lean and show others proof that a plant based diet is incredibly healthy.