xjasonedgex Posted August 15, 2005 Share Posted August 15, 2005 I'm Jason. I've been vegan for roughly 13 years. I started lifting in 1998 while in the Marines. I've been training seriously since then. I've had some inconsistent times through a shoulder surgery. I'm 5'10" and last weighed in at 194. My real goal is to be completely and utterly lean. Sure I'd like to be a little bigger(trust me my 194 looks more like 175) Anyway...there it is. I've introduced myself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robert Posted August 15, 2005 Share Posted August 15, 2005 Hey Jason! Welcome to the group! It sounds like you are pretty big and strong right now, being near 200 lbs. We've got a bunch of people here (including myself) who are trying to lean out. I have a competition in 8 weeks so I've got to be lean for that and others are doing the same, either for a contest or just to get shredded. So I'm sure you'll find some really useful information here. Again, welcome to the Vegan Fitness Team! Take care, Robert Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erinn Posted August 15, 2005 Share Posted August 15, 2005 yeah, you'll definitely find lots of support here.. welcome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
compassionategirl Posted August 15, 2005 Share Posted August 15, 2005 Hi Jason!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xjasonedgex Posted August 15, 2005 Author Share Posted August 15, 2005 I must say I detest the idea that you will be small and frail if you are a vegan. I have long since made it my personal goal to be in supurb shape. It is so encouraging to see so many vegans who are interested in body building! Thanks for the welcome guys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V VII Hero Posted August 15, 2005 Share Posted August 15, 2005 XXX represent. whats up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brendan Posted August 16, 2005 Share Posted August 16, 2005 Hey, Jason! Welcome. It seems like a lot of people are drawn to this site with a desire to turn the stereotype of the frail, sickly vegan on its head. That's certainly one of my main motivations. I think you'll love it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanDz Posted August 16, 2005 Share Posted August 16, 2005 Welcome Jason! Were you able to get any vegan or vegetarian food while in the Marines, how often? Thanks for joining us! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xjasonedgex Posted August 16, 2005 Author Share Posted August 16, 2005 I was in the Corps for 6 years. Boot camp was rough. I made it through "vegan" without asking too many questions about plain oatmeal and butter on veggies. But I did graduate boot camp at only 140lbs. After basic training I was put on Comrats which is a program where they pay you and extra $250/mo to buy your own food. I was on that the whole 6 years. Piece of cake. My brother didn't fare as well. He lost tons of weight in basic and ended up starting to eat meat. He's ok now and does the best that he can, but he has decided to just go vegan again when he gets out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daywalker Posted August 16, 2005 Share Posted August 16, 2005 Hi Jason. It's cool to have another experienced vegan and athlete on board. CU,D. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Posted August 16, 2005 Share Posted August 16, 2005 XXX represent. whats up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
compassionategirl Posted August 16, 2005 Share Posted August 16, 2005 He's ok now and does the best that he can, but he has decided to just go vegan again when he gets out. Two vegan brothers - that is awesome!! Maybe you can refer him to this sight when he is available for some support and encouragement for born - again veganism!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ronnie kray Posted August 16, 2005 Share Posted August 16, 2005 there are more people showing up by the day! somebody's been spreading the word. good to have you here jason! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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