Why Cutting 1000 Calories Never Works! | Fit Vegan Podcast Ep. #401

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Welcome to the Fit Vegan Podcast! In this episode, I sit down with Coach Nick to dive into the real challenges behind weight loss and body recomposition. We talk about what it really takes to stay consistent—setting process goals, understanding your deeper “why,” and the power of community support. Nick shares his journey as a plant-based triathlete, his background in sport psychology, and how he helps others create lasting change. We also touch on the upcoming Fit Vegan Workshop in Vancouver and what to know before starting your own transformation.

In This Episode, We Cover:

[00:00–07:13] Introducing Coach Nick: His Background, Philosophy, And Powerful Client Success Stories That Show What’s Possible At Any Age.

[07:14–20:57] How To Build Muscle On A Plant-Based Diet: Smart Strategies For Strength, Recovery, And Long-Term Results Without Animal Products.

[20:58–37:58] Why Patience Is Your Superpower: How Embracing The Process Leads To Real, Lasting Transformation—Physically And Mentally.

[37:59–58:34] Discovering Your Deeper Why: The Role Of Self-Awareness, Authenticity, And Mindset In Pushing Past Limitations And Showing Up Consistently.

[58:35–01:03:41] You’re Not Alone: How Community And Support Fuel Sustainable Change—And Coach Nick’s Top Advice For Starting Your Journey With Confidence.

Key Quotes

“Having the ability to just sit down and be reflexive, whether it's through meditation or mindfulness, can be a really great why. It doesn't make the work easier, but your frame of mind and your reference point shifts when you have something that you are actually working towards." -Coach Nick.

"Once people do it in the area of health and fitness, they're like, I'm this person now. They just awaken. They're like, oh, wow, I said that I was going to do this and I actually did it and actually succeeded."-Maxime.

My name is Maxime Sigouin. I am the founder of Fit Vegan Coaching and Empire Builders Agency. I have a passion for serving and helping people live to their fullest potential.

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From 360 to 180 lbs: My Whole‑Food Vegan Journey with PB with J | Fit Vegan Podcast Ep. #400

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Welcome to the Fit Vegan Podcast! In today’s episode, I’m chatting with Jeremy LaLonde—an award-winning filmmaker who made a major shift to a whole food plant-based lifestyle and lost nearly half his body weight in the process. We talk about what sparked the change, how he got started in the kitchen, and how that journey led to creating content that now helps others do the same. Jeremy shares practical tips, mindset shifts, and lessons learned from building healthy habits while juggling family life and work. If you're looking for down-to-earth inspiration, this one’s for you.

In This Episode, We Cover:

[00:00–10:20] Jeremy’s plant-based transformation story — from filmmaker to health advocate, and how changing what he ate changed everything.

[10:21–21:37] The ups and downs of weight loss, the importance of having support at home, and how to navigate change as a family.

[21:38–36:09] Getting started in the kitchen, making plant-based cooking approachable, and why perfection isn't required to make progress.

[36:10–55:41] How Jeremy balances meals, finds inspiration in cookbooks, and his favorite go-to recipes for staying on track during busy weeks.

[55:42–01:02:30] The power of community in living plant-based, the value of showing up consistently, and advice for anyone starting later in life.

Key Quotes

"Progress, not perfection. Make the best choice you can make in the moment you're in and just be kind to yourself. You're not always gonna be perfect. It's not about being perfect. It's about making the best choice you can make at any given moment." -Jeremy.

"I think it's a reoccurring theme amongst people that have had successfully transformed is to be kind to yourself because everyone that has done it knows how hard it is and knows how much harder it is if you beat yourself up along the way."-Maxime.

My name is Maxime Sigouin. I am the founder of Fit Vegan Coaching and Empire Builders Agency. I have a passion for serving and helping people live to their fullest potential.

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Overcoming “All-Or-Nothing” Mindset: Why Perfect Isn’t the Goal | Fit Vegan Podcast Ep. #399

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Welcome to the Fit Vegan Podcast! In this episode of the Fit Vegan Podcast, I sit down with my wife Ivy to talk through the most common fears and concerns people face before starting their health transformation. We cover everything from mindset and motivation to physical limitations, fear of commitment, and the real cost of investing in your health. We also explore how to stay on track while traveling or during busy seasons, the power of whole food plant-based living, and what truly creates lasting, sustainable change. Along the way, we bust myths about carbs, protein, and strength training, and share how our coaching helps people—at any stage of life—build strength, confidence, and long-term results.

In This Episode, We Cover:

[00:00–12:53] Getting Honest About Transformation: Common Fears, Mindset Shifts, and Moving Past the “All or Nothing” Mentality.

[12:54–29:10] Letting Go of Guilt and Shame: Accountability, Information Overload, and Adapting to Physical Limitations.

[29:11–36:19] Smart Muscle Building: Why You Won’t Get “Bulky,” Strength vs. Cardio, and the Long-Term Benefits of Resistance Training.

[36:20–55:53] What the Science Says: Doctors on Strength Training, Debunking Carb and Protein Myths, and the Risks of Restrictive Diets.

[55:54–01:25:14] Making Health a Priority: Forming Habits That Last, Handling Life’s Curveballs, and the Realities of Time, Cost, and Commitment.

[01:25:15–01:36:59] Choosing the Right Program: What Sets Coaching Apart, Body Recomposition Goals, and Final Thoughts on Sustainable Change.

Key Quotes

"What I see often in people is that there's a fear of failing again... So they're afraid of like, well, if I take this on and I invest in myself, well I might fail because potentially they know that they have a hard time being compliant." -Maxime.

"So when I do speak with leads or people that are worried about, I don't want to get a lot of muscles and, you know, look like a dude. Trust me, I tried like for three, four years you won't. There is no way. I mean, unless you're, you're like really dialed into your diet and you know, bodybuilders too. Like, it's not happening. So don't worry. That would be the last of my worries!"-Ivy.

My name is Maxime Sigouin. I am the founder of Fit Vegan Coaching and Empire Builders Agency. I have a passion for serving and helping people live to their fullest potential.

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