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How to Prevent and Recover from Gym Injuries | Vegan Fitness Advice

In the Season 04, Episode 03 of the “Vegans Who Lift” podcast, hosts John Thomas, aka The Bodybuilding Vegan, and Brooke Sellers, aka Miss Meatless Muscle, dive into an insightful discussion about injury prevention and recovery in the…

Hosts:

John Thomas (@TheBodybuildingVegan): A competitive bodybuilder, fitness coach, and co-host of the Vegans Who Lift Podcast . John shares his expertise in building muscle on a plant-based diet and offers practical advice for those looking to transform their fitness journey. Brooke Sellers (@Miss_Meatless_Muscle): Also known as Miss Meatless Muscle, Brooke is a fitness coach and advocate for intuitive eating and sustainable vegan fitness.

Key Discussion Points: .

• John and Brooke discuss their personal experiences with gym injuries and how they’ve learned to prevent them.
• Tips for working around common gym injuries, like pulled hamstrings, adductors, and lower back pain.
• The importance of proper warm-ups and knowing when to avoid ego lifting.
• Strategies for maintaining progress during injury recovery, including the importance of mindset.
• Discussion on how to keep training effectively even when injured and how vegan nutrition aids recovery.
• Insight into balancing strength training and avoiding exercises that can lead to long-term issues.