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▲ 4 r/VeganBusinesses

High protein vegan sweet treats we can’t stop making

Who said building a lean, strong physique meant eating boring food? 💪

These are the exact kinds of desserts our coaches eat while building the physiques you see on this page, and the same recipes we’ve used to help hundreds of clients hit their goals without feeling like they’re missing out.

High protein, dialed-in macros, and actually delicious! That’s the whole philosophy behind @vegansquadcoaching.

Because the second food feels like punishment, it’s not sustainable, and if it’s not sustainable, it doesn’t work.

Swipe through for 4 of our favorite sweet treats

u/thebodybuildingvegan — 2 days ago
▲ 95 r/VeganChill

How many years have you been vegan?

I was lucky enough to interview all the members of the vedge nutrition team and learn a little more about why they went vegan, how they want to change the world, and just how amazing humans can be.

This was a truly life changing experience. I have never been so motivated to show up for the world and to make each day a little bit kinder and more compassionate for everyone.

So how many years have you been vegan?

u/thebodybuildingvegan — 3 days ago
▲ 9 r/vegansquad

Vegans are winning more than ever

But what holds us back?

If you’re a vegan bodybuilder that wants to get on stage like Rosie and actually belong on stage, send me a DM.

u/thebodybuildingvegan — 4 days ago
▲ 70 r/VeganActivism

The cops got called on us at a slaughterhouse (Part 3)

I, John Thomas, (@thebodybuildingvegan), recently went to a slaughterhouse vigil in Orlando, FL, with my best friend Alex (u/yourveganmentor1), to livestream it with @itsmelandsteve and @itsprojectlivestream - to spread awareness for what happens in factory farms and to document that these animals once existed.

We had the honor to meet and say goodbye to Annabelle, before she went inside to be slaughtered.

We’ll never forget Annabelle.

She’s one of the unlucky ones who was a dairy cow and got sent to slaughter along with around 14 other cows like her. We can only hope that she’s finally at peace now.

u/thebodybuildingvegan — 4 days ago
▲ 13 r/vegansquad

Melissa has just finished our first cutting phase together

We dropped about 15 pounds of fat and have still been focusing on building as much muscle as possible during this cutting phase.

We both really enjoy using this pendulum as a great way to target her quads.

And now that we have just started to increase her calories and pull out of this deficit, I expect to see the weights and reps rising rather quickly.

She has her sites set on stepping on stage early 2027.

u/thebodybuildingvegan — 5 days ago
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Only 30 DAYS TO GO until Gainesville Veg Fest!

Get ready for a day filled with delicious vegan food, wellness, handmade creations, thrifted finds, and incredible local businesses coming together to celebrate a kinder lifestyle.

📍 Bo Diddley Plaza
📅 September 13, 2026
⏰ 11 AM – 5 PM

Meet some of our amazing vendors:

• @martafterrazavalles
Vegan wellness & lifestyle expertise to help you thrive.

• @cottontailconfectionsllc
A 100% vegan home bakery serving up delicious sweet treats.

• @oliviacelestialcharms
Unique, handmade & thrifted fashion, accessories, and more.

AND WE’RE JUST GETTING STARTED!

Bring your friends, come hungry, shop local, discover something new, and celebrate the growing vegan community in Gainesville!

u/thebodybuildingvegan — 6 days ago
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They said it couldn’t be done and yet another vegan bodybuilder takes a win on stage!!!! (Team: Vegan Squad Coaching)

u/thebodybuildingvegan — 7 days ago
▲ 58 r/Veganforbeginners

4 of my favorite cheap vegan foods that are also high in protein

I've been vegan for 20 years (since I was 13 years old), I get over 370g of protein every day, and these are 4 of my favorite high-protein vegan foods that are also very cheap.  

1. TVP (Textured Vegetable Protein)

It is dirt cheap. You can buy it on Amazon, or order huge bags from Webstaurant Store. That's where I get my 50-pound bags.

This stuff is super easy. If you've got a microwave, half a brain, some water, and 60 seconds, you can make yourself a little TVP meal.

If you want to take it to the next level, sometimes I'll mix it with oats and make a sweet high-protein TVP bowl with berries and other good things.

Usually though, I go the savory route. I'll mix it with taco seasoning and either throw it into a rice cooker or the microwave, whatever's easiest. I also love adding nutritional yeast for some extra B12 and extra protein.

Seriously, TVP is one of the easiest, fastest high-protein options out there. It does come with some carbs and it's very low in fat, so keep that in mind if you're tracking macros.

2. Vital Wheat Gluten (Seitan)

If you can't have soy, this might be where you want to be. There are two ways to use it: savory and sweet. Most people know how to make it savory. That's how I got into it.

My first bodybuilding coach told me, "You need to be making seitan." I said, "How the heck do you make seitan? I've never made that before."

Turns out it's easy. He had me mix the vital wheat gluten with nutritional yeast and seasonings. Usually I'll add soy sauce, teriyaki sauce, and other Asian-style umami seasonings.

Lately though, I've been making it more Italian style by topping it with pasta sauce and seasoning it with rosemary, thyme, and oregano. It's super easy.

If you're on a budget and TVP isn't your thing, seitan should absolutely be next on your list. You can get close to 100 grams of protein per dollar.

If you get tired of savory foods, I'll mix it with bananas, throw it in the oven and make high-protein vegan seitan banana bread.

3. Organic Super Firm Tofu

Honestly, after being vegan for over 20 years and eating tofu almost daily for the last 15 years, it's not my favorite anymore. But what's cool is you can eat it straight out of the package.

One block has around 70 grams of protein. You can grab one at Trader Joe's, Walmart, or Publix for about three dollars.

Super easy.Most people don't want to eat it raw though. If you don't, crumble it into a pan and make a tofu scramble.

Add salt, pepper, garlic, nutritional yeast if you want and throw some ketchup on top when you're done. Easy meal with 70 grams of protein.

Most people don't need all of that at once, so make multiple meals instead of cooking half a block at a time.

4. Say Grace Soy Protein Isolate

It's a soy protein isolate. TVP is similar, but is a soy protein concentrate, so TVP comes with some carbs. Say grace has some of the best macros I've ever seen.

For the entire bag, you're looking at just 3 grams of fat, 36 grams of carbs, and 114 grams of protein. I order the 5-pound buckets because I'm a big dude.

What I love most is how incredibly simple it is. I normally just throw it into my rice cooker with some basic seasonings and a whole bag of frozen vegetables.

I use about five parts water to one part say grace. An hour later, I've got over 100 grams of protein sitting in my rice cooker. It's ridiculously easy.

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u/thebodybuildingvegan — 7 days ago
▲ 13 r/GNVegan

Gainesville VegFest is happening September 13, 2026

From cajun eats to plant-based ice cream, sourdough, handmade soaps, vegan pizza, live DJ and SO much more, we've been working hard to bring together the best of the best to celebrate this community. 

Swipe through to see who'll be joining us, and get ready to eat, shop, and connect with your people.

And this is just the beginning, we've got even MORE vendors joining the lineup in the coming weeks, so keep checking back!

- SAVE THE DATE: September 13th, 2026
- 11am – 5pm
- Bo Diddley Plaza, 111 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601

u/thebodybuildingvegan — 8 days ago
▲ 12 r/vegansquad

Use this tip for your smith machine military press to grow your delts!

“But I thought smith machines were cheating?” I will be the first to admit I had an aversion to smith machines. 

Why would you want to use a machine when instead you could press some heavy free weights? I’ve found that after years of training, a few injuries, and working with 100s of clients that smith machines can be a phenomenal tool for building both your physique and strength. 

Since the smith machine is fixed in its motion less stability is required, allowing you to simultaneously build strength faster and avoid injury longer. Less time out due to injury equals more time growing.

Learn more on my channel

u/thebodybuildingvegan — 8 days ago
▲ 5 r/vegansquad

Free Mini Virtual Retreat: Rest & Receive — Sunday, August 16th, 1:00–2:30 PM EDT, online via Zoom

Join us for a FREE mini virtual retreat designed to help you slow down, reconnect with yourself, and embrace a new way of living.

📅 Sunday, August 16
⏰ 1–2:30 PM EDT
💻 Virtual + FREE

Come as you are. Leave feeling more connected, grounded, and supported.

RSVP for FREE RIGHT HERE

u/thebodybuildingvegan — 9 days ago
▲ 4 r/fitnessonline

The lat pulldown hack you may be missing…

Thumbs over the bar! If you’re not gripping the bar this way on lat pulldowns, you are significantly limiting the tension on your lats and may result in your pulling with your biceps rather than your elbows & lats. Try this grip on your next pull day!

u/thebodybuildingvegan — 9 days ago
▲ 0 r/strength_training

Use this training tip if you have trouble with your squats!

When doing a pressing movement such as a hack squat or leg press, you want to keep your hips, knees, and toes aligned so that your knees don’t cave in. 

When your knees cave in, you’re no longer targeting the specific muscle group that you want and are more inclined for an injury.

u/thebodybuildingvegan — 9 days ago