List of Top Vegan Bodybuilders in 2022
The term "vegan bodybuilder" is amazing in itself, as most people believe that a perfect athletic physique requires regular and adequate consumption of meat and eggs. But in reality there are bodybuilders who strictly follow a vegan diet! These vegan bodybuilders hold valuable positions in the list of the world's top bodybuilders!
Below are the names and descriptions of some of the best vegan bodybuilders You don't want to miss an opportunity!
List of the best vegan bodybuilders
1. Zack Belknap
Zack Belknap is a NASM-certified personal trainer and a pro-card-holding vegan bodybuilder. A native of Eugene, Oregon, he was awarded a WNBF Pro Card after his spectacular performance at the regional level.
Despite being an outstanding bodybuilder, Zack still lives in an environment where people are still amazed that he's vegan!
2. Nimai Delgado
Nimai Delgado was raised by Argentine immigrants – Hare Krishna parents. Since his parents are converted Hindus, he has been a vegetarian since birth and has never eaten meat to date.
In 2015, Nimai had eliminated dairy, eggs, and all sources of milk. He had gone completely vegan. By becoming a bodybuilder, Nimai managed to end the belief that all vegan bodybuilders are protein deficient.
3. Jehina Malik
Jehan was a formidable bodybuilder competitor and began competing at the age of 19. She placed first in women's physique and overall champion at the 2013 N.P.C. Eastern United States Bodybuilding Championship. In 2014, Jehina was awarded a pro card by the IFBB at her first international show, Team Universe. This was considered a historic achievement as she became the first female bodybuilder who was vegan by birth to receive this prestigious award.
4. Majan Elias
Maayan Elias is an Israeli female bodybuilder who won first place in Israel National NABBA Bikini Division Over 30 in 2018. She also won the WNBF Israel in the appropriate body category and was awarded the WNBF Pro Athlete Card.
5. Susanne Llano
Suzanne Llano was ranked in three federations – N.G.A., ANBF and N.F.F. – awarded a Pro-Card. In her early years, Suzanne was athletic and enjoyed playing soccer. During her student days she danced ballet professionally. After her divorce in 2009, bodybuilding became her main focus and she became known for her physique.
6. Anastasia Zinchenko
Anastasia has been participating in powerlifting competitions for several years and has achieved spectacular overall results. In 2014, she secured first place at the BDFPA All Midlands Championship in the 72 kg category and placed second at the 2014 British Universities Powerlifting Championship in the 63 kg category.
In 2015, Anastasia won the Anglian Open Powerlifting Championship in the 72 kg category.
7. Charles brother
Karl Bruder is a vegan bodybuilder who won the 2016 WABBA Grand Prix and placed sixth at the Mr. Universe. He finished fourth at the P.C.A. physical culture.
Animals play an integral part in Karl's life and he lives in his home with four rescued horses.
8. Derek Tri-size
Derek Trisize is a professional bodybuilder and American Council through Exercise personal trainer. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a Certificate in Plant-Based Nutrition from Cornell University. Derek has placed first in three bodybuilding competitions, earning a WNBF Men's Physique Pro Card in one of them.
9. Ivan Blazquez
Ivan Blazquez is a pro-vegan physique competitor who holds a master's degree in exercise physiology. He has held a coveted pro card in natural bodybuilding since 2009. Ivan is there
100% vegan diet since 2013. He is a medalist in pro class bodybuilding shows and winner of individual and team relay triathlons.
frequently asked Questions
1. Who is the most famous vegan bodybuilder?
Kenneth G. Williams is the world's greatest vegan bodybuilder.
2. Is it harder to build muscle as a vegan?
The answer to this question will be no. While it's a common misconception that it's difficult to build muscle on a vegetarian diet, it's entirely possible to build strength as a vegetarian.
3. How do vegans build muscle?
If you're vegan, eating high-protein vegan foods like tofu, legumes, and quinoa can help meet your protein needs that otherwise could have been met through meat consumption.
