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Can You Build Muscle on a Vegan Diet?

Can You Build Muscle on a Vegan Diet?

Update: 2025-07-19
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In this episode of Reppin' Fitness, Coach Brick Headstrong sits down with vegan health coach and author Kate Galli to explore how plants, confidence, and compassion all play a role in building a strong, healthy body.Kate shares her journey from an insecure gym newbie to a confident plant-based powerhouse. They dive into what it really means to thrive on a vegan diet, including busting myths, delicious swaps for gym staples like chicken and protein shakes, and why tofu is more versatile than you think.Whether you're curious about cutting back on animal products, going full vegan, or just want to eat healthier without sacrificing gains, this episode delivers the goods.Inside you’ll find:- What the “C” in ABCs of Fitness stands for- Why confidence matters more than perfection- How to ease into plant-based eating- Vegan gym meals that actually taste good- Tips for building muscle on a vegan diet- The difference between vegan and vegetarian- How to handle family or friends who eat differentlyThis one’s full of heart, plants, and reps.0:00 – Brick's "C" Word Dilemma0:30 – Meet Kate Galli, Vegan Health Coach1:15 – Did You Go to the Gym Today?1:50 – Kate’s First Time at the Gym2:35 – Gaining Confidence Through Fitness3:00 – What Is “Plant Positive”?4:10 – What Do Vegans Actually Eat?5:20 – Vegan vs Vegetarian6:10 – Building Muscle on a Vegan Diet7:20 – Tofu Is the New Chicken8:30 – Is Vegan Right for Everyone?9:20 – Common Vegan Mistakes10:30 – How to Eat Enough Protein on Plants11:30 – What Makes Vegan Eating Unhealthy?12:40 – Navigating Family Conflict Around Food13:50 – Healthy Vegan Desserts14:50 – Easy Ways to Start Eating Plant-Based15:20 – Kate’s Favorite Power Meal16:30 – Vegan Burger Ingredients17:10 – Pre/Post Workout Snacks18:00 – Fitness Myths About Veganism18:45 – One Confidence-Building Habit for Kids & Parents19:30 – Outro: One Thing You’re Proud Of TodayCONNECT:Kate Galli: https://www.instagram.com/strongbodygreenplanetCoach Brick: https://www.instagram.com/brickheadstrongSupport the Show: https://www.brickheadstrong.com

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Can You Build Muscle on a Vegan Diet?

Can You Build Muscle on a Vegan Diet?

Brick Headstrong