In this episode of the Vegans Who Lift Podcast, hosts John Thomas (BodybuildingVegan) and Brooke Sellers (Miss Meatless Muscle) chat with vegan bodybuilder Ben Mitchell. Ben shares his journey into vegan bodybuilding, discussing his recent competitions, including his third show last weekend and upcoming shows with the Plant Built team at the Mr. America competition in October and the WNBF World Championships in Boston in November. He explains his decision to self-coach and emphasizes the importance of firsthand experience in providing better guidance to his clients. The conversation also touches on common misconceptions about vegan bodybuilding and the mental and physical challenges of prepping for multiple shows.

Ben highlights the significance of enjoying the journey rather than focusing solely on placings. He reflects on the importance of personal goals and how having a friend at his recent competition boosted his confidence. John shares a personal win, getting a tattoo to commemorate his father’s memory and remind himself to “stop and smell the roses.” Brooke talks about a recent social media post featuring her dog that received a comment from actor Dave Bautista. The episode concludes with a light-hearted discussion about childhood grounding stories, revealing a fun and relatable side of the hosts and their guests.

Title: Diving into the World of Vegan Bodybuilding with Ben Mitchell
Hosts: John Thomas (BodybuildingVegan) and Brooke Sellers (Miss Meatless Muscle)
Guest: Ben Mitchell

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Introduction:

Welcome back to another exciting episode of the Vegans Who Lift Podcast! In this episode, hosts John Thomas, aka the BodybuildingVegan, and Brooke Sellers, also known as Miss Meatless Muscle, sit down with the inspiring vegan bodybuilder, Ben Mitchell. Tune in as Ben shares his journey into the world of vegan bodybuilding, his competitive experiences, and his insights on training and nutrition.

Episode Highlights:

Meet Ben Mitchell: Ben introduces himself and shares his background, including how he got into bodybuilding and decided to go vegan.
Recent Competitions: Ben discusses his recent competitive season, including his third show last weekend and upcoming shows. He shares his plans for the fall, including competing with the Plant Built team at the Mr. America competition in October and aiming for the WNBF World Championships in Boston in November.
Training Philosophy: Ben explains his self-coaching approach, including the challenges and benefits. He emphasizes the importance of firsthand experience in coaching and how experimenting with himself helps him provide better guidance to his clients.
Competitive Strategy: Learn why Ben chose to compete in the open category rather than novice or true novice, and how his competitive nature drives him to face the best from the start.
Vegan Bodybuilding Myths: The hosts and Ben discuss common misconceptions about vegan bodybuilding and how a plant-based diet can support peak physical performance.
Mental and Physical Challenges: Ben discusses the mental and physical challenges of prepping for multiple shows, the importance of enjoying the journey, and how to handle the post-competition phase.

Wins of the Week:

Ben Mitchell: Ben reflects on his recent competition win, the importance of having a friend at the show, and how focusing on personal goals rather than placings helped him regain his confidence.
John Thomas: John shares a personal win of getting a meaningful tattoo to commemorate his father’s memory and as a reminder to take time for self-care and to “stop and smell the roses.”
Brooke Sellers: Brooke excitedly talks about a recent social media post featuring her dog that received a comment from actor Dave Bautista, highlighting the unexpected reach of her content.

Listener Question:

The hosts and Ben share amusing childhood stories about being grounded, revealing a lighter side to their personalities.

Conclusion:

Ben Mitchell provides valuable insights and motivation for anyone interested in vegan bodybuilding. His journey, dedication, and practical advice make this episode a must-listen. Stay tuned for more inspiring guests and informative discussions on the Vegans Who Lift Podcast!

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