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SUMMARY
In this episode of Raw Talks, host Alex sits down with John Thomas, vegan bodybuilder, coach and founder of Vegan Squad, to talk about how to build muscle on a plant-based diet. John shares how he went vegetarian at ten and vegan at 13, and how he moved from being a quiet "lone wolf vegan" to an outspoken activist using his physique to challenge the myth that you need meat to build muscle. He breaks down the fundamentals of training, recovery, protein, calories and supplements, and speaks openly about the trade-offs between competitive bodybuilding and long-term health. He also explains the difference between bodybuilding divisions and why he drew the line at 275 pounds. This conversation covers vegan muscle building, training to failure, creatine and key supplements, longevity, and building a global vegan community.
LINKS
The Raw Temple: https://www.therawtemple.com
The Raw Temple IG: https://www.instagram.com/therawtemple/
John Thomas IG: https://www.instagram.com/thebodybuildingvegan/
Free Vegan Resources: https://vegansquadcoaching.com/resources
Vegan Squad Retreat: https://vegansquadcoaching.com/retreat
CHAPTERS
00:00:00 - Intro
00:00:31 - Welcome John Thomas
00:01:46 - Early moments that shaped a young vegan
00:04:04 - Going vegetarian at 10 and vegan at 13
00:05:43 - From wrestling to bodybuilding
00:08:33 - From lone wolf vegan to outspoken activist
00:11:40 - Vegan Squad athletes and the vegan competitive edge
00:14:05 - Top tips for building muscle as a vegan
00:16:35 - Protein, calories and easy-to-digest foods
00:19:58 - Bodybuilding vs health and longevity
00:25:42 - PEDs, risk and becoming the biggest vegan bodybuilder
00:28:42 - Essential supplements: B12, vitamin D, magnesium, creatine
00:33:23 - Training frequency, intensity and training to failure
00:38:51 - Building muscle vs building strength
00:42:08 - Men's open bodybuilding vs men's physique
00:45:25 - What's next: Vegan Squad retreats
00:47:57 - Final advice: don't do it alone
