funkyfit Posted May 28, 2008 Share Posted May 28, 2008 Hi, my name is Brandi and I love weight lifting and just finished my first figure show. I am new to being a vegetarian, yeh, going on 3 weeks now, and hope one day to go all the way and become a vegan. I was eating really clean during my first competition, but the excessive amounts of chicken, tuna, and occasional beef, left my stomach in knots and to the point where I could hardly digest my food. I planned to go on a meat detox after my completion, but now after reading some about animal cruelty and the fact that their are plenty of athletes that are vegan, I thought to myself, hey I can do this too! I am here to discuss my journey and learn as much as I can. I did not really work with a trainer or dietitian during my first show. To make a long story short, I went through three trainers and none of them had the knowledge or time to help me out with what I wanted to achieve. I am looking to develop a new lifestyle by being a vegetarian and want to really transform my body by eating super clean and gaining muscle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xjohanx Posted May 28, 2008 Share Posted May 28, 2008 welcome brandi! you will find a lot of help and support here! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VeganGirl2006 Posted May 28, 2008 Share Posted May 28, 2008 Hi and welcome! There are lots of really nice and helpful people here. I am sure they will be glad to offer advice on continuing training as a vegan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michelle Posted May 28, 2008 Share Posted May 28, 2008 Welcome!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cubby2112 Posted May 28, 2008 Share Posted May 28, 2008 Welcome! We have some women into figure modeling here who can give you specific help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lean and Green Posted May 28, 2008 Share Posted May 28, 2008 Welcome Brandi! I was introduced to plant based dieting in a very similar fashion. I ate extremely clean for a bbing comp as well and then that clean way of eating made me feel good and the vegetable juicing led me into vegetarianism then veganism and then raw roodism. I am sorry to hear you went into pain from all the meat. That never happened to me. I hope you feel better and that the abstinence of animal in your diet helps with that route, i know it will. Yes we do have very talented and accomplished women fitness models and bbers here, for sure. How long ago was your show, are you feeling better? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tasha Posted May 28, 2008 Share Posted May 28, 2008 Welcome Brandi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hsorlando Posted May 28, 2008 Share Posted May 28, 2008 Welcome to the group!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karmacharger Posted May 29, 2008 Share Posted May 29, 2008 Welcome Brandi!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Im Your Man Posted May 29, 2008 Share Posted May 29, 2008 hi and welcome ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Amy Posted May 29, 2008 Share Posted May 29, 2008 Welcome Brandi!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tuc Posted May 29, 2008 Share Posted May 29, 2008 Welcome Brandi! Hope you'll find all the information and support you need. If you don't find answers, don't hesitate to ask! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robert Posted May 29, 2008 Share Posted May 29, 2008 Welcome Brandi! Thanks for joining, we're happy to have you here! All the best and welcome aboard! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lena01 Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 Hi there!! Welcome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaN Posted June 11, 2008 Share Posted June 11, 2008 Hello & welcome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Jessifly Posted June 12, 2008 Share Posted June 12, 2008 Hi Brandi! Welcome! Congrats on your decision to switch to a veg diet! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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