Episode 236: Being Strong Through Adversity

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Melanie, a vegan powerlifter whose past year has been marked by massive life changes, personal growth, and record-setting strength. She opens up about navigating divorce, rebuilding her life, discovering the power of community, and transforming her approach to training and mindset. With coaching insights from Sawyer and thoughtful questions from Giacomo, Melanie shares how she learned to trust herself, adapt through adversity, and ultimately achieve regional records in USA Powerlifting. This conversation dives deep into resilience, vulnerability, and the unexpected joy that comes from embracing challenge. 🌱 Coaching Application Take your fitness and nutrition goals to the next level with one-on-one coaching: http://www.veganproteins.com/personal-training 📖 Free 7-Day High-Protein Meal Plan: https://bit.ly/4kab1Ll 💪 Muscles by Brussels Membership: Try it free for one month: https://www.veganproteins.com/muscles-by-brussels-membership-free-trial/ ✅ Membership Includes: 4 live coaching calls per month Monthly home or gym workouts 200+ high-protein vegan recipes Exclusive app features Habit challenges with cash prizes A supportive vegan athlete community 🔗 Follow Us Online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/veganproteins/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VeganProteins Website: https://www.veganproteins.com/ Apparel: Muscles by Brussels Tank Tops SCIENCE: MASS (Monthly Application In Strength Sport): MASS is one of our secret weapons and it continues to be an invaluable resource for us to keep up to date with the latest research. Don’t get swept up in fads or bogus info. Sign up and stay up to date with easy-to-consume journals and support the evidence-based fitness community. =================================