How to build muscles as a vegan?

[Michael569]

On 06/11/2021 at 9:03 AM, Twega said:

Too much protein activates mTOR and IGF-1 (especially animal protein), which in excess is bad for longevity and health.

Completely agree with this! I see this as a huge huge issue with the chicken & rice bodybuilding diet. Endless stimulation of cellular growth can easily lead to prostate cancer not to mention rapid telomere shortening. 

[Adodd]

@LSD-Rumi 

On 11/5/2021 at 5:09 AM, Michael569 said:

Look into Derek Simnet's content. Imo he is the most conscious and definitely the most likable vegan YouTuber out there. All 100% wholefood stuff, gym, nature, callisthenics. 

His channel is Simnet Nutrition. He's a nutritionist and just an awesome guy. Intelligent and funny. Check them out for sure-----------------------------------------------------------

1. 350-500 calories more than you caloric maintenance needs are all you need to gain muscle and stay lean without gaining to much excess fat. Heres a calculator if your not sure what that is for you .https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/weight-loss/in-depth/calorie-calculator/itt-20402304

2. Get your protien. It IS important but dont be overfocused on it. Fats and carbs are important too. A balanced diet is key. Take a multivitamin if your not getting all your micronutrient needs met and GET A BLOOD TEST!

3. CREATINE! 

4. Stay hydrated. 70% of all adults are dehydrated.

5.stop eating twice a day. Eat smaller meals 3 or 4 times a day and slowly increase the amount you eat as it feels comfortable for you. If you need some calories but cant handle a meal have a fruit smoothie. They're easy to make healthy and pack some serious calories. Also be patient and kind to yourself. Its a process that takes time.? 

Edited November 10, 2021 by Adodd

[Striving for more]

 

On 06/11/2021 at 9:03 AM, Twega said:

Excess calories accelerate aging; always keep that in mind if your goal is health and longevity

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Recently I started doing resistance training regularly and intensely after a very long hiatus  (24 yrs old, been vegan for five years), and I'm making fantastic progress. I build muscle quickly.

@Twega

So how are you building muscle without calorie excess, just high % of your diet is protien? 

[Bojan]

On 5.11.2021. at 7:35 AM, LSD-Rumi said:

I eat two times a day and I don't like eating that much, I eat legumes mainly, like a big dish of fava beans and 2 or 3 dishes of lentil soup, but still I think I am not hitting my optimal protein intake. I ordered some spirulina because I am too suspicious of those vegan protein powders, are there any good brands? I saw some lab tested products but I don't know 

Hmm... Does eating 1 chicken a week, and no meat the other 6 days of the week make you a vegan? ?

No. But why go fully vegan and not eat a pound or two of meat a week? Your body needs it.

[Kshantivadin]

@Bojan Why do you assume your body needs it?

Try not eating animal products for 6 months or a year, see how you feel, compare the two.