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Torre Washington, vegan bodybuilder

Torre is a National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) certified coach and six-time champion pro-competitive natural bodybuilder with pro cards in four distinct bodybuilding organizations. Raised vegetarian since birth and vegan since 1998, Torre built his physique entirely on a vegan diet without the aid of supplements.

Torre’s training style focuses on physical symmetry and aesthetics, and has therefore become the most sought after vegan bodybuilder internationally. Torre is the first vegan bodybuilder to be featured in GQ Magazine (March 2016 issue.)

Greg Moormann, vegan bodybuilder

Greg has made an impressive impact on the world of natural bodybuilding since turning vegan and starting to compete. He has beaten rivals younger than him and continues to inspire, coach and advise others.

Top finishes for Laura!

After national successes in duathlon and triathlon, Laura Kline has been achieving more on two feet as she's taken on some touch 50k races against top opposition.

Heat and sand dunes challenge Fiona

'Queen of the Extreme' Fiona Oakes took on another long distance event in harsh conditions - this time in the Sahara.

Four more races then Vlad hits Transvulcania

After winning four races, setting a course record in each one, Vlad Ixel had four more races before the high profile Transvulcania international ultramarathon.

Meagan defends her World title

A record breaking defence of the Canadian title was followed by questions about their form, so when vegan Meagan Duhamel and her skate partner took to the ice to defend their world title, it was unclear what to expect.

Triple challenge for vegan Vlad

Vlad's previously been successful at Translantau, so he returned looking to collect his third winner's trophy. This was also the first of three races to challenge the trail-running vegan.

Claire Foreman, vegan Muay Thai fighter

This Australian Muay Thai fighter has won titles and established herself as one of the premier fighters in the country.

Austin signs for WWE

He's won everything in TNA Wrestling, so The Vascular Vegetarian has signed with the largest of the wrestling organisations - WWE.

Robbie Hazeley has died

Robbie Hazeley has died. Robbie achieved success after changing to a vegan diet and was considered a pioneer of vegan bodybuilding.

Parkour master stars on TV's toughest course

Vegan Freerunner is world famous for his achievements - including finishing ahead of all others in last year's Ninja Warrior UK. Read how he got on when he returned to our screens this year.

Daytona 24 hour is tough for Andy Lally

Andy Lally has a impressive record at the Daytona 24 hour, and entered the race this year facing one of the toughest fields in history. Read how he got on here.

Vlad returns to Thailand

Following a win in the 100k and second place at 50k, ultra runner Vlad Ixel returned to one of his favourite races aiming for a win in the 50k.

Bodybuilding legend Jim Morris has died

Bodybuilder Jim Morris died at the end of January. Jim had been known for a successful career in his 30s and for his exceptional physique and traiing programme in his later years.

Meagan skates for a fifth national title

Four times national champions, although this time vegan Meagan Duhamel and her partner Eric Radford competed as World Champions. Not everything went to plan.

Melanie Fraunschiel, vegan boxer

Multiple Austrian champion and European-ranked Melanie has established herself as a force in European women's boxing.

2015 Review of the Year

2015 saw world records and titles go to vegan athletes around the world. Read about some of the incredible successes here.

Scott wins Vegan Athlete of the Year

Breaking the course record on one of the toughest trails in the world has lead ultramarathon legend Scott Jurek to take the title of Vegan Athlete of the Year.

Meagan adds another International medal

World champion pairs skater and vegan Meagan Duhamel qualified for the Grand Prix following her numerous successes. Read how she got on here.

Cam aims for Olympic glory

As 2015 closed, a vegan boxer set his sights on the 2016 Olympics as he competed for a place at Rio.

End of Year triumphs for long-distance Vlad

More wins! High profile 100k victory adds to Vlad's amazing year.

Vote for #Veganathlete2015

Posted on: 1 December 2015
By: Lordmuppet

Five world class vegan athletes are finalists in Vegan Athlete of the Year 2015. Voting is now closed.

The results of this poll are not available.

Ariel Rosenfeld, vegan ultradistance runner

Ariel Rosenfeld has been recognised for several years as a leading ultramarathon runner in Israel. He has also gained respect internationally and taken on extremely tough events outside his home country.

Another World Record for lifting legend Pat

Veteran powerlifter Pat Reeves broker her own World Record this year despite being at the top of her age category.

World cup volleyball Gold!

Dustin Watten has had great experiences with the national squad, culminating in a successful World Cup in Japan. Click to find out more.

Big Patrik's big comeback

“Whoever still thinks that with a cruelty-free diet you aren't able to perform as well as any other athlete, in any sports, can now at last start to open his/her eyes and face reality.”

Patrik broke another world record ... Click to find out more

Auryn MacMillan

Despite starting to play at a relatively late age, Auryn has played in the Australian National league before playing in Germany and the UK ... Click to find out more.

Surfing with the adults is no problem for Tia

Tia Blanco is one of the youngest athletest we feature and recently moved up from junior class as she passed age 18. She just competed in a world class event in Spain. Click to find out more.

Denis Mikhaylove, vegan ultradistance runner

Without a background in competition, Denis rapidly became a successful ultradistance runner, which culminated in taking a recognised Guinness world record in treadmill running. Click to find out more.

2000 mile record for Ultra runner Scott

2189 miles with 160,000 metres of height gain presented vegan Scott with one of the greatest challenges of his amazing career. He managed to complete it in a record time despite harsh conditions and setbacks. Click to find out more

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Torre Washington, vegan bodybuilder

Torre is a National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) certified coach and six-time champion pro-competitive natural bodybuilder with pro cards in four distinct bodybuilding organizations. Raised vegetarian since birth and vegan since 1998, Torre built his physique entirely on a vegan diet without the aid of supplements.

Torre’s training style focuses on physical symmetry and aesthetics, and has therefore become the most sought after vegan bodybuilder internationally. Torre is the first vegan bodybuilder to be featured in GQ Magazine (March 2016 issue.)

Greg Moormann, vegan bodybuilder

Greg has made an impressive impact on the world of natural bodybuilding since turning vegan and starting to compete. He has beaten rivals younger than him and continues to inspire, coach and advise others.

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