Check out these links to read about how vegans are smashing world records in endurance and weight lifting, winning bodybuilding competitions, and taking home UFC titles.
Take a look at the chart below to help you gauge which protein-rich ingredients to add to your shopping list.
Feel free to drop me a comment. Let me know if there are any other questions you’ve wrestled with when contemplating cutting back on animal products.
Until next time!
1. Weighted Sumo Squats
To start, a squat is a basic lower-body exercise. Due to the activation of more than one joint and muscle, this exercise is classified as a compound exercise. When factored into a weight training program, squats give you fast gains in size and strength. When incorporating them into your training routine, there are a number of squat variations to consider based on your individualized goals—front and back squats, overhead squat, jump squat, single-leg squat, goblet squat and sumo squat (just to name a few). A sumo squat, also known as a plie squat is a variation on a standard squat and differs in two main ways—foot positioning and muscle emphasis. Read more
Here is a clip from my most recent Glute Training Circuit! This one is great for people who want serious results but have knee problems and cannot handle all the squats and lunges shown in my previous posts. Feel free to modify your sets and reps to your fitness level, and most importantly… Have fun!
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