Whether you want to up your fitness game or simply get into a healthier lifestyle, Thrive Fitness 2nd Edition may be just what you need! Check it out and enter to win a copy.
This post is sponsored by Vega.
Welcome to another great Wild Workout Wednesday Link Up where Annmarie from The Fit Foodie Mama, Angelena Marie from Angelena Marie: Happy, Healthy & Balanced, Michelle at Fruition Fitness and I bring you workout ideas, motivation, inspiration and recipes to try. Join us each week by reading along, linking up and grab the button to proudly display on your blog/in your posts!
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When I first started running, I quickly learned how important nutrition was. I started doing research into what I was supposed to eat before, during and after training runs and was quickly overwhelmed. Fueling was also further complicated by the fact that I was a vegetarian at the time.
Rather than try to piece together tips and tricks from different sources, I decided to follow the advice of an athlete I admired: Brendan Brazier. Brendan is a plant-based ultramarathon champion and also happens to be the creator of Vega, one of my absolute favorite brands.
I bought his book, Thrive Fitness, read through it faster than I’ve probably read any other book in my life and started applying his tips to my running routine. What a difference I saw! I was no longer running on fumes and was recovering so much faster.
Wellllllll now Brendan is back with the second edition of Thrive Fitness, and it’s even better than before!
The original book has tons of fueling tips and delicious recipes. The second edition still has all those wonderful things, but now it also has all these goodies:
- a forward by tennis star, Venus Williams (I’m for anything that chick endorses!)
- all new photos
- a completely new workout plan that emphasizes the use of bodyweight (no expensive equipment needed!)
- new digital, social and video content!
The new workout plan is the most exciting addition. Brendan explains the importance of each move, shows you how to do them with step-by-step instructions and gives you a complete six-week plan and training log. I definitely plan on incorporating some of his moves into my cross-training routine.
Long story short, here’s what this book can help you with:
- sculpt strong, lean muscles
- reduce body fat
- prevent disease and injuries
- increase energy
- cut sugar cravings
- sharpen mental clarity
Sold? As you should be! You can snag your very own copy of the second edition of Thrive Fitness here OR you can test your luck by ENTERING TO WIN a copy PLUS a tub of Vega Sport Performance Protein Powder and a shaker cup! Enter via the handy dandy widget below!
All entered? GREAT! Now it’s time to add those Wild Workout Wednesday posts! Check out the full link up rules here. Happy sweating!
Let’s Chat:
Have you read Thrive Fitness?
What fuels your wild workouts?
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Those pistol squats look really hard! I’ve not read any of his nutrition or workout info yet sounds good. Thanks for the link up
Deborah @ Confessions of a mother runner recently posted…FOMO -it’s real very real
I use Vega sport protein powder to make shakes after a hard workout. During a workout, I use Honey Stinger products
Kimberly G recently posted…My (Future) Running Tattoo
Was it hard to incorporate his principles into your regimen with him being vegan? Just curious.
Wendy@Taking the Long Way Home recently posted…Sarasota Half Marathon Race Recap
When I read the first edition, I was vegetarian, so it was easy. Now I just make simple swaps to add in whatever protein I want.
I want, no I NEED this! Hope I win, haha!
Annmarie recently posted…How to Progress the Pistol Squat Using the Ultimate Sandbag
Fingers crossed!
I fuel with natural foods and then refuel with a protein shake!
Rachel recently posted…Race Recap: Kiss Me I’m Irish 10K
The book sounds awesome! I’ve always wanted to be able to rock pistol squats – I can do a decent one on a box or with my heel on a weight plate. #dreams. I am such a huge fan of Vega protein and I love the sport as well!
I dream of being able to do a pistol squat! One day!
I do use a variety of protein powders and VEGA is one of my favorites. Packing some in my suitcase today for an upcoming getway!
I would love to check out Brendan’s book!
Elle recently posted…My High Protein Puck and Variations
Yes! Vega comes with me on every trip 🙂
Looks like a great book — I would LOVE to win!!!
Sounds like a great book! I’ve tried pistol squats and let’s just say it was a little challenging. I’ve used VEGA protein powder in the past. I really want to try out the Protein & Greens combo.
Artney @ My Pretty Brown Fit recently posted…Making It Happen: BODYPUMP Reloaded
The Protein & Greens is great! I mix that one into oatmeal in the mornings – nom!
Vega is the only workout supplement I currently use. I love their products…easy on the tummy! I hope I win
Agreed! Good luck! Thanks for entering!
I have to do easy-to-digest things. Peanut butter and banana are a classic pre-workout snack!
That is a good one!
Bananas and GU fuel mossy of my workouts.
I’ve been meaning to read his book for the longest time!
carmy recently posted…RACE REPORT: Achilles Canada 5K, Toronto, 2016
Now’s your chance!
Those pistol squats look like a huge challenge, but I’m sure really pay off.
Kathryn @ Dancing to Running recently posted…Happy Runiversary to Me!
Pistol squats are so hard! I can’t do an unassisted one, but I’m working on it.
Those pistol squats look punishing! I can only get down about half that far haha. I love reading different books on fitness and training – even if their philosophy differs from my own, there’s always something valuable to learn.
Laura @ This Runner’s Recipes recently posted…5 Ways to Make the Most of Spring Running
I’m with you on the pistol squats. I can’t do a full one, but it’s one of my goals! Also agree with you on fitness philosophies. There is always something to learn!
great giveaway! I need to work more on my long run nutrition, I am pooping out to early!
Mary Beth Jackson recently posted…Could it be the Beets? Spring Hop #Giveaway!
Awesome giveaway! Pistol squals are really hard, I cant image what the rest of the book is like, sounds challenging!
AutumnPTW recently posted…Crispy Baked Onion Rings
The workouts are great! And he provides modifications.
I love love the first Thrive book. I’m a long time fan and Vega was my go for recipes and info and beginning my plant based journey.
jill conyers recently posted…20 Healthy Gluten Free Snack Ideas and an Easy Recipe
Brendan and the whole Vega brand have really taken the plant based lifestyle a long way, I think!
Sounds like a great book! Those pistols squats are so fierce!
Julie @ Running in a Skirt recently posted…Fresh Tomato and Asparagus Whole Wheat Pasta with Pine Nuts
I’m a huge fan of vega and I’ve been wanting to get my hands on this book.
Jen @ Pretty Little Grub recently posted…Thinking Out Loud #62
Nows your chance!
I fuel my workout with Vega sugarfree energizer or energy bits.
Sounds like everything I want to achieve…not sure about the vegan lifestyle though. ???? But heck…I’ll try just about anything once. Lol
Safari@tri-ing to run Boston recently posted…What’s Going On Wednesday
You could definitely make subs to the recipes to make them non-vegan 🙂
No way! I’ve been looking into buying thrive this week! I love vega products 🙂
Woohoo! Perfect timing.
Hi there, new follower 🙂 I was searching for fitness blogger link parties and glad I found you 🙂 Thank you for hosting this event.
The book sounds very interesting. While I am not vegan, there are days I prefer to stick to the basics to detox my body and give my digestive system a rest!
Looking forward to your future posts. Have a great weekend! xoxo Deniza
Welcome! Welcome! Looking forward to following you, as well 🙂
You know I love my Vega and this book I can’t even… I haven’t finished it yet because I left it on the kitchen table and didn’t realize it until I went to pull it out on the plane but I love it more than the first if that is possible because I think everyone can get something out of it and it is geared to a bigger range of people. Also that it focuses more on balance and recovery.
Sarah recently posted…Chocolate Creme Egg Protein Shake
Totally agree! You have to finish it!
I fuel my fitness with different things, depending on the activity, but I like to focus on fruits and veggies for longer activities like volleyball tournaments. Thanks for hosting this giveaway! I love the Vega line of products (especially their pre-workout energizer).
Lex @ Flecksoflex recently posted…Reed Reads: Build Your Running Body
Coffee 🙂 And honey stinger
I have the first book!
I’m not vegan, not even vegetarian, but I do eat plant based a lot.
I fuel my fitness with lots of things, but bananas are a staple for sure & I’m always running out of them!
Judy @ Chocolaterunsjudy recently posted…5 Finds from Target
I love Vega protein powders!
i love thrive, vega, and brendan brazier! thanks so much for this!
This would be perfect! I already use Vega Protein, but I’ve been seriously thinking about going vegan.
Great post!