How a Vegan Cruise Changed My Diet

Written by Matt Frazier

Vegan Running Meets Funny — Comedian Jeffrey Binney and His Quest to Beat Obesity and Run the Leadville 100

Written by Matt Frazier

For the most part, running ultramarathons, fighting obesity, and being vegan are pretty serious subjects. They cause debates, emotions, and hard work, and most people wouldn’t consider them a laughing matter. Enter Jeffrey Binney, a comedian and actor based out of Los Angeles.

After losing his mother to obesity, Jeffrey knew he was headed down the same path, so he decided to do something about it. He registered for the Leadville 100 mile ultramarathon. The only problem being that Jeffery was overweight and not a runner. That’s where the comedy comes in.

Jeffery is in the process of making a part stand-up comedy, part documentary movie about his journey to lose weight and run the Leadville 100 called Once is Enough. In today’s episode, we discuss his motivations behind taking on such a big goal, and some of the roadblocks he’s already facing.

Here’s what we talk about in this episode:

What motivates a non-runner to register for the Leadville 100
Becoming vegan after growing up as a son of a pig farmer
The struggles of training for an ultramarathon in the heat of LA
What makes Once Is Enough different from other ultrarunning or vegan films

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951-666-3281

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Why Every Kid Should Have to Run a Marathon

Written by Matt Frazier

Over the years, I’ve thought a lot about why I run marathons. It isn’t because I think running is particularly fun, or because I’m all that competitive. It’s because of the lessons I’ve learned and the things I’ve been able to achieve through the training and dedication. As a parent, those are the types of life lessons I want to instill in my kids.

In today’s episode, Doug and I discuss the 3 main reasons why I want to teach my kids to run marathons. That may sound a little extreme at first, but once you hear our reasoning, I bet you’ll end up feeling the same way.

Here’s what we talk about in this episode:

Is it extreme to want your kids to run a marathon?
Praising practice rather than innate ability
Encourage persistence and the ability to postpone gratification
Questioning the impossible

Phone number to ask listener questions:

951-666-3281

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The 30-Day Vegan Challenge with Colleen Patrick-Goudreau

Written by Matt Frazier

Ever since Erin and I went vegan, we keep seeing Colleen Patrick-Goudreau pop up everywhere. She’s the author of some of our favorite cookbooks and host of a podcast everyone should listen to. On top of that, I recently found out she would also be attending the Holistic Holiday at Sea cruise with me and my family (and Robert Cheeke from last week’s episode).

But I never had a good enough excuse to reach out to her. Until now.

Colleen just published an impressive new book called The 30-Day Vegan Challenge, and considering my love for habit forming challenges, I knew I had to bring her on the show. In today’s episode, we discuss how best to transition to a plant-based diet, and the benefits of going “all-in” instead of taking the small-steps approach I often recommend.

Here’s what we talk about in this episode:

Taking small-steps vs. going all-in when it comes to going vegan
What to do before you take action on your diet
Common mistakes people make when changing their diet
The social aspects of going vegan
How to deal with non-vegan cravings

Phone number to ask listener questions:

951-666-3281

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The Big Q&A Episode

Written by Matt Frazier

Concerns so common, I’m sure you’ll be able to relate to many of them. This isn’t something we’ll do often (maybe never again), but we thought it would be a fun way to share with everyone the experiences and questions No Meat Athlete hears on a regular basis.

Here’s what we talk about in this episode:

Half and full marathon training questions
Where to get your protein, iron, and more
Everything that makes Asheville a great city for vegans
How to find fellow plant-based athletes in your city
Recipe formulas that will make your life easier

Phone number to ask listener questions:

951-666-3281

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The Healthiest Habits You’ve Probably Never Thought Of

Written by Matt Frazier

Over the past few episodes, we talked a lot about setting major goals. Today, Doug and I shift that conversation to zero, or near zero, friction habits that you can start implementing right now.

Naysayers like to point out that New Year’s resolutions never stick, and while it’s true that they don’t have the best track record, it doesn’t mean that January 1st isn’t a great time to start working on new habits. Our goal with today’s podcast is to share a few of our favorite healthy habits, and the tools you need to make them last.

Here’s what we talk about in this episode:

Becoming the type of person you want to be
Setting an anchor habit
How keeping a journal can impact habit change
Healthy, zero friction habits you can start implementing today
How to make habit changes that stick

Phone number to ask listener questions:

951-666-3281

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What It Means to Be a Vegan Runner

Written by Matt Frazier

For Doug and I growing up, neither of us particularly cared about health or fitness. We weren’t runners, and we both ate plenty of junk. While we came to find running and the plant-based diet through two completely different ways, our stories begin to converge on what those lifestyles mean to us now.

In today’s episode of No Meat Athlete Radio, Doug and I get a little personal by sharing our stories, discussing what it means to be a vegan runner, and predicting where the two will take us moving forward. Our hope is that you can learn from, or relate to our stories, as you continue down your own path.

Here’s what we talk about in this episode:

Listener questions: vegan sandwiches and breakfast alternatives
A slow transition to health and fitness
Knowing when it’s time to start that transition
Having a strong reason why, before doing something big
What it means to identify as a vegan
What it means to identify as a runner

Phone number to ask listener questions:

951-666-3281

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How to Use December to Avoid the New Year’s Trap

Written by Matt Frazier

Let’s face it, most people fail at their New Year’s resolutions. You could even say most people fail miserably.

But as Doug and I discuss in this week’s podcast, January 1st is actually a perfect time to start working towards a new goal. In order to be successful, however, you need to set yourself up for that success. That preparation starts in December. If you plan on setting a resolution in the new year, or even if you don’t, the tips in today’s episode can help make your goals a reality, and keep you from being another one of those resolution failures.

Here’s what we talk about in this episode:

Why New Year’s resolutions aren’t a joke
How to reflect on the past year and make goals for the next
The power of creating a launch date for your goals
Using others to hold you accountable

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Plant-Based Travel and the Power of Connection with Karol Gajda

Written by Matt Frazier

That’s when I realized that hey, if this guy could do it and travel all the time, so could I with only a few trips scheduled each year. And I decided to go vegan. Of course now I know those worries aren’t nearly as big a problem as I once thought, but it’s thoughts like those that keep people from taking the step towards a plant-based diet every day.

In today’s podcast, I invited Karol Gajda, the guy who convinced me to go vegan and someone I now work with regularly, on for a fun interview. He shares tips for being a world traveler while on a plant-based diet, and how the internet has allowed him to live wherever he wants.

Here’s what we talk about in this episode:

Eating a vegan diet while traveling the world
When is it OK to be flexible in your eating decision
How a plan and accountability got Karol to run his first half marathon
Commitment and working through times of struggle
The No Meat Athlete Black Friday Bundle Sale

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Eating Clean & Living Well with Author Terry Walters

Written by Matt Frazier

Towards the end of today’s interview with Terry Walters, she says,

“Eating clean is not a diet, it’s about having the knowledge to make good choices.”

That’s exactly what I love so much about Terry, and why I’m so excited to share her new cookbook Eat Clean Live Well with you today. She doesn’t worry about labels (although all the recipes are vegan and gluten free), but instead is focused on understanding the importance of healthy, sustainable, seasonal foods, and sharing that knowledge with the world. In today’s episode, we have a great discussion on clean foods and how to help children understand the importance of healthy eating. We also dive into some of the unique ingredients she loves cooking with most.

As mentioned in the episode, Terry was generous enough to share her Stuffed Butternut Squash recipe with us below (perfect for Thanksgiving!), and provide a copy of her new book for one lucky listener. Just leave a comment below, and we’ll announce the winner in a future episode. One entry for leaving a comment, and a bonus entry if you leave No Meat Athlete Radio a review on iTunes and let us know below.

Here’s what we talk about in this episode: