Michelle Posted September 11, 2005 Share Posted September 11, 2005 Hi! I'm not vegan and not a bodybuilder. In fact, I'm not even vegetarian - yet. But, that's the direction I'm headed in my health and fitness journey, and this seems like a really supportive bunch of people, so that's why I'm here. (Thanks to a couple of very cool guys who recruited me from myspace!) I've attempted several times to become vegetarian or vegan, but it's so difficult to do when everyone around me is not. Especially since I've moved to TX, where the general mindset is far from vegan. My best attempts were when I was just coming off of a fast (I've done the Master Cleanser for 10 to 14 days a few times now) but after a few weeks, it gets difficult. A little more education, and I think I'll be ready to try again. About 10 years ago, I was very much into weightlifting. I was at the gym two hours a day, five days a week. I weighed about 115, and felt the best I'd felt in my life. My best ever bench press was about 90 lbs and my best ever on the leg press machine was 430. A few years in a sedentary job turned into a few more years in a mostly sedentary lifestyle, then some metabolism issues (thyroid, hypoglycemia, etc) add a bunch of stress to that, and... well, lets just say it might be a long road to get back to where I was at. I've gained 55 lbs and definitely lost most of that strength. I want my body & health back! Tomorrow, I'll be back in the gym, easing back into it. Wish me luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Posted September 11, 2005 Share Posted September 11, 2005 Good luck man, I hope you get into vegetarianism and veganism Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V VII Hero Posted September 11, 2005 Share Posted September 11, 2005 hey michelle, great to see that you joined I look foward to your posts. take care, Kristopher Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daywalker Posted September 11, 2005 Share Posted September 11, 2005 Welcome Michelle! Especially since I've moved to TX, where the general mindset is far from vegan. My best online-friend/pen-pal is from Houston, TX! She's an awesome person, vegan, and environmental activist! No matter where you are, you can always find cool, likw-minded people Have a great workout tomorrow,Daywalker Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xclaws Posted September 11, 2005 Share Posted September 11, 2005 welcome to this awesome forum, here we share our experiences and advices. ask all you want. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
veganmadre Posted September 11, 2005 Share Posted September 11, 2005 Hi! Welcome to the board! I have a similar history in terms of fitness and then incredible issues that caused me to gain over 70 lbs. I recently lost about 60 lbs and am starting all over again in terms of building strength! It's wonderful to meet you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Posted September 11, 2005 Share Posted September 11, 2005 Have a fab day in the gym. Remember to take things slow, you're a newbie again. Even if you lift a lot less you'll still grow a lot as your body has "forgotten" it's done weights before, so don't worry about how much you used to lift, this will be day 1 of a whole new adventure!Welcome to the group Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robert Posted September 11, 2005 Share Posted September 11, 2005 Hey Michelle, Welcome to our group! Great to see that you are here. I remember you from Myspace. I think you'll have a great time, make some cool new friends and learn tons about veganism and fitness here. Have a great day! -Robert Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CollegeB Posted September 12, 2005 Share Posted September 12, 2005 This forum is one of the best resources for going vegan and then getting the support you need to stay vegan. These guys also know a thing or two about fitness and bodybuilding Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lelle Posted September 12, 2005 Share Posted September 12, 2005 welcome Michelle! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michelle Posted September 14, 2005 Author Share Posted September 14, 2005 Thanks, everyone, for the welcome and encouragement. When I hit the gym yesterday, I found out that I have indeed lost lots and lots of strength, but not quite as much as I thought. Maybe all those massages I've been giving have built a tiny bit of muscle? Even better news, I'm not the only person in my family who's decided to try vegan. Guess I'll have some support at home this time around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
veganmadre Posted September 14, 2005 Share Posted September 14, 2005 That's fantastic that you'll have family support!! You totally have my support as well if you ever need it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
compassionategirl Posted September 15, 2005 Share Posted September 15, 2005 Even better news, I'm not the only person in my family who's decided to try vegan. Guess I'll have some support at home this time around. Congratulations to both of you for giving this more compassionate and merciful lifetsyle a try, and please come here for support if and when you need it. CollegeB: NICE PIPES, MAN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brendan Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 Awesome job with the profound influence you've already had. Welcome aboard! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corey Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 Welcome, Michelle! And good luck! Sounds like you're already off to a wonderful start. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michelle Posted October 27, 2005 Author Share Posted October 27, 2005 Hi! I'm not vegan and not a bodybuilder. In fact, I'm not even vegetarian - yet. UPDATE: This statement is no longer true. Since I posted my introduction, I've gone from being a "standard american diet" carnivore girl to an "almost vegan" vegetarian girl. Between the support I've gotten from my son (he's 13, and decided to make the switch with me) and all the knowledge and support I've found on this board, it's actually been a fairly easy transition. Oh yeah, and I've been working out and lifting, lots! Thanks, everyone! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
veganmadre Posted October 27, 2005 Share Posted October 27, 2005 Yay Michelle! Your input, contribution, and presence on the site is truly pleasurable (i hate spelling, forgive me)! I"m so happy to hear of your transition! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robert Posted October 27, 2005 Share Posted October 27, 2005 Awesome Michelle! Great to hear that. Thanks for sharing that with us. That is one of the best things about these kinds of boards; we can really reach a lot of people and inspire life changes that affect so many people, animals, the planet, etc. It is very nice to have you as part of our group! All the best on your vegan quest! -Robert Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hero Posted October 27, 2005 Share Posted October 27, 2005 yay! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daywalker Posted October 27, 2005 Share Posted October 27, 2005 Cool, Michelle, you can be proud of yourself and your son! Great! Welcome again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vamprilla Posted October 27, 2005 Share Posted October 27, 2005 Hi. I was the same way when I joined. Not vegitarian (or vegan) or into bodybuilding. But Now I'm vegitarian. Trying to do Vegan as much as I can. I just can't seem to take the damn cheese out of my diet . But anyway, Welcome! And I hope you have a good time!Kourtney Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Posted October 27, 2005 Share Posted October 27, 2005 Great, that makes me happy that Michelle and Vamp have become vegetarian and are heading towards veganism, keep it up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vamprilla Posted October 27, 2005 Share Posted October 27, 2005 Yep yep. Getting milk out of my diet was easy. I already didn't drink it. It's just that stupid cheese. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael Posted October 27, 2005 Share Posted October 27, 2005 It's just that stupid cheese. That's understandable. Cheese products, as it turns out have the highest concentration of casomorphins. Basically a natural and addictive opiate, they reputedly have 1/10 the strength of morphine Nature puts it there to dope the offspring. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
compassionategirl Posted October 27, 2005 Share Posted October 27, 2005 Between the support I've gotten from my son (he's 13, and decided to make the switch with me) and all the knowledge and support I've found on this board, it's actually been a fairly easy transition. Oh yeah, and I've been working out and lifting, lots! Thanks, everyone! Michelle!! I am so HAPPY for you, and your 13 year old son. Wow - you must be so proud to have a child that at 13 seems to be making such great moral choices! How awesome that mother and son have changed to a kinder, gentler and more environmentally friendly lifestyle together!!!! I have always believed that compassion in children should be nurtured. Society works so hard to condition us to lose our innate compassion. Great work!! I am so happy for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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