vegan guy Posted May 15, 2007 Share Posted May 15, 2007 I just saw Robert's "Vegan Fitness" DVD for the first time. I'm inspired!I also bought the book Vegan Planet. I'm interested in bodybuilding, for my own reasons. Not competition.Can someone point me in the right direction for menu planning? That seems to be where I have failed in the past.Poor planning. I'm happy to be aboard! Tom akathe vegan guy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 15, 2007 Share Posted May 15, 2007 Welcome Tom Whats your present condition? What are you looking to achieve? And what kind of time can you put into this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CollegeB Posted May 15, 2007 Share Posted May 15, 2007 Tom great to have you aboard! Menu planning isnt too difficult, just dont plan around processed foods. You can eat totally raw, fruititarian, or have cooked foods like beans and rice. You can take veganism in whatever direction you like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loveliberate Posted May 15, 2007 Share Posted May 15, 2007 Hello & Welcome Tom! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vegan guy Posted May 15, 2007 Author Share Posted May 15, 2007 Welcome Tom Whats your present condition? What are you looking to achieve? And what kind of time can you put into this? Well, lets see. I'm 6" 1" - 194lbs. and I have that falt tire look around my stomach. I would like to be more symetrically muscular. Strength and more stamina would be a plus. I've trained in grappling for a few years. Not competed though. I love martial art. I would like to take up boxing for fitness and fun. My cardio needs some work. What else...I've been battling acid reflux for a long time. Thats why I stopped training. My schedule is very flexible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 15, 2007 Share Posted May 15, 2007 If you want to get more symetrically muscular I suggest either eating as much as you can and lifting with a very intense regimen(this would get your bigger and much stronger but not neccessarily ripped), or doing a lot of cardio and complementing it with lifting. Cardio is the only way to really lose your spare tire...while lifting and broadening your shoulders and hips may hid your spart tire if you decide to keep it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vegan guy Posted May 15, 2007 Author Share Posted May 15, 2007 Tom great to have you aboard! Menu planning isnt too difficult, just dont plan around processed foods. You can eat totally raw, fruititarian, or have cooked foods like beans and rice. You can take veganism in whatever direction you like. Thats my thing. I get so busy and when I'm out running around and then when I get really hungry I always end up doing the drive thru. Thats what I mean by the poor planning.I'm thinking ok, whats the best way to approach this. Pick some recipes out of a vegan cookbook then shop for the ingredients and then follow the schedule.I'm open to all suggestions. I think if I have vegan food near by where I can get enough clean calories then I can gain some weight. I want to get more muscular so I can get back into martial art. Right now it looks like boxing.I feel out of shape though and I want to do it vegan. I'm sick of feeling lethargic and dealing with this acid reflux from the typical meat and potatoes diet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michelle Posted May 15, 2007 Share Posted May 15, 2007 Welcome, Tom. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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robert Posted May 15, 2007 Share Posted May 15, 2007 Welcome Tom! Thanks for watching my DVD, I really appreciate it! Of the 1,000 produced, we only have about 30 left, so we know they are getting out there! Thanks for joining our group, I think you'll really enjoy it here. As far as menus, I've updated my own menus recently (but haven't updated any of them online). Here is a copy of some menus that might be helpful. All the best and welcome aboard! Nutrition Programs by Vegan Bodybuilder Robert Cheeke (www.veganbodybuilding.com) Keep in mind these programs have not been approved by the FDA or any other authority on nutrition. They are designed for active vegans of all types from the serious athlete to the fitness enthusiast. The 6 meals a day plan helps keep your body in an anabolic state with a positive nitrogen balance and will keep you nourished throughout the day. Eating frequent meals will also speed up metabolism, your body's ability to burn fat. The programs listed may incorporate more foods than you are used to eating in one day, but remember they were created by a bodybuilder Healthy Food Defines You - Train Hard Eat Plenty Enjoy, and happy eating! Mostly Raw Food Bodybuilding Nutrition Program 7AMBowl of mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries)½ grapefruit2 bananas with raw coconut oilMultivitamin16oz fresh squeezed juice 10AM Bowl of mixed nuts (walnuts, almonds, hazelnuts, cashews, peanuts)2-4 servings of dates16oz fruit smoothie with Vega meal replacement powder 1PMBean/Broccoli salad (Kidney beans, garbanzo beans, broccoli, spinach, snow peas, green beans, carrots, green peppers, romaine lettuce, beets).16oz fruit smoothie with Vega meal replacement powder16oz water 4PMSpinach, kale, and cabbage leaves with broccoli, avocado, pine nuts, and sliced tomatoes.Snow peas and green beans 2 large peaches or nectarines 16oz water 7PMLarge vegetable platter with hummus and raw flax crackersGreen salad with sprouts, greens, nuts and seedsLive pizza or raw soup16oz fruit smoothie with protein powder 10PM2 servings of mixed seeds (pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, and sesame seeds)2 servings of seaweed chips or dulse16oz water Moderate Protein/Calorie Intake Bodybuilding Nutrition Program 7AMFruit smoothie with orange juice, strawberries, blueberries, bananas and Vega Meal Replacement PowderBowl of vegan cereal with hempmilk2 bagels with hummus or almond butterMultivitamin16oz water 10AMRaw Food bar1 bowl of citrus fruit2 servings of protein mix (peanuts, pumpkin seeds, cashews, flaxseeds, sunflower seeds, almonds)16oz water 1PMVeggie sandwich or chili 2 yamsLarge green salad16oz natural fruit juice 4PMVega Meal Replacement Powder mixed with 12oz juice or water2 bananas with almond butter16oz water 7PM4 slices of homemade vegan pizzaPlate of brown rice, green beans, kidney beans, and peas.16oz hempmilk, juice or water 10PMWhole veggies or fruits (carrots, cucumbers, tomatoes, broccoli, apple, pear, orange)2 servings of pineapple16oz water Mostly fruit and Veggie Nutrition Plan 7AM2 kiwis2 sliced peaches or nectarinesFruit smoothie with Vega Meal Replacement powder16oz citrus juice 10AMSlices of cantaloupe, honeydew, and watermelonBowl of mixed nutsCelery sticks with coconut oil16oz water 1PMLarge plate of mashed potatoes with mushrooms, carrots, peas, green beans, and broccoli.Green salad with kale, spinach, cabbage, tomatoes, olives, and sprinkled seeds or nuts16oz fruit juice16oz water 4PMFruit salad (slice up apples, pineapple, banana, peaches, and pears, mango)Green salad with sprinkled nuts and seeds16oz fruit juice or soymilk 7PMCorn on the cob (or off the cob)Steamed eggplant or squash.Brown rice and beans with mixed veggies16oz protein smoothie 10PMVegetable soupFlax crackers or seaweed chips16oz almond milk16oz water High Protein/High Calorie Bodybuilding Nutrition Program 7AM2 cups oatmeal2 vegan pancakesHemp protein drink (Vega, or other)16oz hempmilk or almond milkMultivitamin supplement 10AM2 energy/protein bars (Organic Food Bar, Vega Bar, Smart Monkey Bar)Hemp/rice protein smoothie (orange juice, protein powder, strawberries, banana, ice cubes)2 Mangos16oz orange juice16oz water with L-Glutamine Amino Acid 1PM4 slices of vegan pizzaPea protein smoothie (hempmilk, yellow pea protein powder, strawberries, banana, ice cubes)Tortillas and hummusMixed nuts (almonds, cashews, walnuts, hazelnuts)16oz water 4PMVeggies with coconut oil or almond butter3 bananas16oz hempmik16oz water 7PMLarge Veggie burrito (brown rice, black beans, pinto beans, avocado, tomato, onion, tortilla)Summer squashGreen saladAvocado spread on flax crackers or celery sticks8oz pineapple juice 16oz water with L-Glutamine Amino Acid 10PMHemp/pea protein smoothie (hempmilk, hemp/pea protein powder, strawberries, banana, ice cubes)Yams or sweet potatoesVitamin and mineral supplements General Bodybuilding Nutrition Program 7AM Large bowl of oatsVega Smoothie Infusion (protein, fiber, greens, essential fats)2 Bananas Vitamin and mineral supplements24oz water 10AM Protein or Meal Replacement shake 2 whole pieces of fruit 20oz water 1PMVeggie burrito or sandwich Bowl of potatoes, broccoli, carrots, peas and baby corn 24oz water 4PMMixed raw nuts, unsalted (cashews, walnuts, almonds) 2 energy/protein bars (Organic Food Bar, Vega Bar or Pro Bar) 20oz water 7PMVegetable stir-fry with quinoa and mango chutney Spinach, lettuce, cabbage salad w/kidney beans/chickpeas 12oz chocolate hempmilk24oz water 10PMProtein or Meal Replacement shake Apples or dates with coconut oil16oz water For more information about meal programs, training programs or anything to do with Vegan Health or Fitness visit www.veganbodybuilding.com or e-mail [email protected] www.veganbodybuilding.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Odidnetne Posted May 15, 2007 Share Posted May 15, 2007 Hola! Welcome aboard! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vegan guy Posted May 15, 2007 Author Share Posted May 15, 2007 Welcome Tom! Thanks for watching my DVD, I really appreciate it! Of the 1,000 produced, we only have about 30 left, so we know they are getting out there! Thanks for joining our group, I think you'll really enjoy it here. As far as menus, I've updated my own menus recently (but haven't updated any of them online). Here is a copy of some menus that might be helpful. All the best and welcome aboard! Nutrition Programs by Vegan Bodybuilder Robert Cheeke (www.veganbodybuilding.com) Keep in mind these programs have not been approved by the FDA or any other authority on nutrition. They are designed for active vegans of all types from the serious athlete to the fitness enthusiast. The 6 meals a day plan helps keep your body in an anabolic state with a positive nitrogen balance and will keep you nourished throughout the day. Eating frequent meals will also speed up metabolism, your body's ability to burn fat. The programs listed may incorporate more foods than you are used to eating in one day, but remember they were created by a bodybuilder Healthy Food Defines You - Train Hard Eat Plenty Enjoy, and happy eating! Mostly Raw Food Bodybuilding Nutrition Program 7AMBowl of mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries)½ grapefruit2 bananas with raw coconut oilMultivitamin16oz fresh squeezed juice 10AM Bowl of mixed nuts (walnuts, almonds, hazelnuts, cashews, peanuts)2-4 servings of dates16oz fruit smoothie with Vega meal replacement powder 1PMBean/Broccoli salad (Kidney beans, garbanzo beans, broccoli, spinach, snow peas, green beans, carrots, green peppers, romaine lettuce, beets).16oz fruit smoothie with Vega meal replacement powder16oz water 4PMSpinach, kale, and cabbage leaves with broccoli, avocado, pine nuts, and sliced tomatoes.Snow peas and green beans 2 large peaches or nectarines 16oz water 7PMLarge vegetable platter with hummus and raw flax crackersGreen salad with sprouts, greens, nuts and seedsLive pizza or raw soup16oz fruit smoothie with protein powder 10PM2 servings of mixed seeds (pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, and sesame seeds)2 servings of seaweed chips or dulse16oz water Moderate Protein/Calorie Intake Bodybuilding Nutrition Program 7AMFruit smoothie with orange juice, strawberries, blueberries, bananas and Vega Meal Replacement PowderBowl of vegan cereal with hempmilk2 bagels with hummus or almond butterMultivitamin16oz water 10AMRaw Food bar1 bowl of citrus fruit2 servings of protein mix (peanuts, pumpkin seeds, cashews, flaxseeds, sunflower seeds, almonds)16oz water 1PMVeggie sandwich or chili 2 yamsLarge green salad16oz natural fruit juice 4PMVega Meal Replacement Powder mixed with 12oz juice or water2 bananas with almond butter16oz water 7PM4 slices of homemade vegan pizzaPlate of brown rice, green beans, kidney beans, and peas.16oz hempmilk, juice or water 10PMWhole veggies or fruits (carrots, cucumbers, tomatoes, broccoli, apple, pear, orange)2 servings of pineapple16oz water Mostly fruit and Veggie Nutrition Plan 7AM2 kiwis2 sliced peaches or nectarinesFruit smoothie with Vega Meal Replacement powder16oz citrus juice 10AMSlices of cantaloupe, honeydew, and watermelonBowl of mixed nutsCelery sticks with coconut oil16oz water 1PMLarge plate of mashed potatoes with mushrooms, carrots, peas, green beans, and broccoli.Green salad with kale, spinach, cabbage, tomatoes, olives, and sprinkled seeds or nuts16oz fruit juice16oz water 4PMFruit salad (slice up apples, pineapple, banana, peaches, and pears, mango)Green salad with sprinkled nuts and seeds16oz fruit juice or soymilk 7PMCorn on the cob (or off the cob)Steamed eggplant or squash.Brown rice and beans with mixed veggies16oz protein smoothie 10PMVegetable soupFlax crackers or seaweed chips16oz almond milk16oz water High Protein/High Calorie Bodybuilding Nutrition Program 7AM2 cups oatmeal2 vegan pancakesHemp protein drink (Vega, or other)16oz hempmilk or almond milkMultivitamin supplement 10AM2 energy/protein bars (Organic Food Bar, Vega Bar, Smart Monkey Bar)Hemp/rice protein smoothie (orange juice, protein powder, strawberries, banana, ice cubes)2 Mangos16oz orange juice16oz water with L-Glutamine Amino Acid 1PM4 slices of vegan pizzaPea protein smoothie (hempmilk, yellow pea protein powder, strawberries, banana, ice cubes)Tortillas and hummusMixed nuts (almonds, cashews, walnuts, hazelnuts)16oz water 4PMVeggies with coconut oil or almond butter3 bananas16oz hempmik16oz water 7PMLarge Veggie burrito (brown rice, black beans, pinto beans, avocado, tomato, onion, tortilla)Summer squashGreen saladAvocado spread on flax crackers or celery sticks8oz pineapple juice 16oz water with L-Glutamine Amino Acid 10PMHemp/pea protein smoothie (hempmilk, hemp/pea protein powder, strawberries, banana, ice cubes)Yams or sweet potatoesVitamin and mineral supplements General Bodybuilding Nutrition Program 7AM Large bowl of oatsVega Smoothie Infusion (protein, fiber, greens, essential fats)2 Bananas Vitamin and mineral supplements24oz water 10AM Protein or Meal Replacement shake 2 whole pieces of fruit 20oz water 1PMVeggie burrito or sandwich Bowl of potatoes, broccoli, carrots, peas and baby corn 24oz water 4PMMixed raw nuts, unsalted (cashews, walnuts, almonds) 2 energy/protein bars (Organic Food Bar, Vega Bar or Pro Bar) 20oz water 7PMVegetable stir-fry with quinoa and mango chutney Spinach, lettuce, cabbage salad w/kidney beans/chickpeas 12oz chocolate hempmilk24oz water 10PMProtein or Meal Replacement shake Apples or dates with coconut oil16oz water For more information about meal programs, training programs or anything to do with Vegan Health or Fitness visit www.veganbodybuilding.com or e-mail [email protected] www.veganbodybuilding.com Thanks Robert!I'll give this a go. 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vegan guy Posted May 15, 2007 Author Share Posted May 15, 2007 Welcome, Tom. Michelle,Thats an interesting signature. I take it that watermelons are seasonal?I happen to love watermelon but we can only get it during the summertime.So I hear. Are you taking any applications?I would like to become a member. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DV Posted May 15, 2007 Share Posted May 15, 2007 (edited) Welcome Tom. Edited November 16, 2008 by DV Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vegan guy Posted May 16, 2007 Author Share Posted May 16, 2007 Great, so then my new vegan dieting should change my condition. I do know that "live" foods has many of its valuable enzymes intact whereas the enzymes destroyed in over cooked already processed food has contributed to my acid reflux. I have to do all the exact things that your husband does. I've already had one endoscopy and I have some inflammation of the esophagus.I also take pepcid complete like candy to neutralize the acid.I'm looking forward to the change. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RawSteve Posted May 16, 2007 Share Posted May 16, 2007 Welcome!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve1968 Posted June 15, 2007 Share Posted June 15, 2007 Welcome Tom. I as well used this site much when i was planning on being a Vegan. It really helped me out a lot and I still see all types of meal ideas that I never would have thought of otherwise. It helps to live by Portland too with all the veg restaurants. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tasha Posted June 15, 2007 Share Posted June 15, 2007 Hey Tom, Welcome to the best form ever! Here's an idea you should drive thur a local food market on your lunch brake.. There's plenty of fresh organic produce Plus not only it's better for you body, but you're supporting your town.Best of luck to your adventure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xdarthveganx Posted June 15, 2007 Share Posted June 15, 2007 welcome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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