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August 27, 2024 46 mins
Leah Marie, a natural vegan figure pro bodybuilder and president of the World Natural Bodybuilding Federation in Australia, shares her journey to adopting a plant-based lifestyle and her experience in the world of bodybuilding. They also discuss the intersection of veganism and bodybuilding, highlighting the benefits and challenges of being a vegan athlete. Leah shares her journey from activism to focusing on personal impact through health and fitness.
 

Chapters

00:00 Leah Marie's Journey to Veganism
11:13 Overcoming Injuries and Fear: Leah Marie's Path to Bodybuilding
12:24 The Importance of Variety in a Plant-Based Diet
13:58 Coaching and Guidance for New Vegans and Vegan Bodybuilders
21:22 Leah Marie's Road to Recovery and Future Plans
24:16 Overcoming Pain and Misalignment
26:35 The Challenges of Being a Vegan Athlete
29:36 Finding Balance: Tracking Macros vs. Intuitive Eating
38:56 Veganism as Activism: Living by Example

 
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Leah - @plantstrong_dietitian
Caitlin - @plantforgedphysique 
 
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