If you’ve ever told yourself, “I’ll start on Monday,” you’re not alone.

Most people think they need more motivation.

They wait until work calms down.
Until the kids are easier.
Until they feel inspired.
Until life gets less stressful.

The problem?

Life never stops.

There’s always another deadline, another school event, another business trip, another unexpected obstacle.

If your health depends on life being perfect, it will always stay on the bottom of your priority list.

That’s exactly why I built Bodyweight Built.

Motivation comes and goes.

Discipline is important, but even discipline has limits.

The men who stay lean, strong and healthy for years aren’t motivated every day.

They’re simply following a system that removes as many decisions as possible.

That’s the difference.

Instead of asking yourself whether you feel like training today, the decision has already been made.

Instead of wondering what to eat, your meals are already planned.

Instead of searching YouTube for another workout, today’s session is waiting for you.

Less thinking.
More doing.

Fitness should fit around your life—not take it over.

For years the fitness industry has sold one message:

Train more.
Do more.
Buy more equipment.
Join another gym.
Follow another strict diet.

But real life doesn’t work like that.

Most of us aren’t professional athletes anymore.

We’re parents.
Business owners.
Professionals.
People trying to juggle careers, relationships, mortgages and everything else life throws at us.

I know because I live it too.

I run businesses.
Travel regularly.
Have two young boys.
And like everyone else, I still have stressful weeks where nothing goes to plan.

That’s why I don’t believe your training should require two-hour gym sessions or perfect meal prep every Sunday.

It needs to be flexible enough to survive real life.

Consistency always beats perfection.

People often ask what the best workout program is.

The truth?

The best program is the one you’ll still be following six months from now.

Not the hardest.

Not the most advanced.

Not the one your favourite influencer is doing.

The one you can actually stick to.

Three quality workouts every week for a year will outperform six perfect workouts followed by three weeks of doing nothing.

Small wins compound.

Perfection doesn’t.

Build habits, not hype.

The fitness industry loves excitement.

New challenges.

Extreme transformations.

Thirty-day promises.

But lasting results rarely happen because of one incredible month.

They happen because of hundreds of ordinary days where you simply show up.

You train.

You eat reasonably well.

You get back on track after weekends.

You repeat.

That’s it.

Simple isn’t sexy.

But simple works.

Your goal isn’t to be perfect.

It’s to become the kind of person who never has to start over.

That’s the mindset behind everything I’ve created.

Every workout inside Bodyweight Built is designed to fit into busy lives.

Every nutrition plan is practical.

Every feature exists to make consistency easier—not more complicated.

Because when fitness becomes something that supports your life instead of controlling it, staying healthy stops feeling like hard work.

It simply becomes who you are.

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Introduction to Cortisol

Cortisol is a steroid hormone produced by the adrenal glands. Its secretion increases in response to stress, whether it’s from physical exertion, emotional strain, or environmental factors. While cortisol plays a fundamental role in several essential bodily functions like glucose metabolism, blood pressure regulation, and immune function, its fluctuations have particular implications for men who are actively training.

Effects of Cortisol on the male body.

Muscle Catabolism: Cortisol can promote the breakdown of muscle protein to supply the body with amino acids for energy. For men aiming to build muscle mass, chronically elevated cortisol levels can hinder progress.

Testosterone Interplay: Cortisol and testosterone, the primary male sex hormone, often operate on a seesaw. Elevated cortisol can suppress testosterone levels, and since testosterone plays a significant role in muscle growth, recovery, and overall vitality, this dynamic can be a concern for training men

Bone Density: Chronic high cortisol levels can decrease bone density, posing risks for male athletes or those engaged in high-impact training.

Weight Management: Elevated cortisol can stimulate appetite and fat storage, especially in the abdominal area. Over time, this can lead to unhealthy weight gain in men.

Mood and Mental Health: Men are traditionally less likely to discuss or address mental health concerns. Chronic stress and prolonged elevated cortisol levels can contribute to mood disorders, anxiety, depression, and reduced motivation – all of which can impact training.
Cortisol and Training Implications for Men

Performance Variation: Fluctuating cortisol levels can cause variations in daily performance. Men might find themselves excelling in their training sessions some days and struggling on others.

Overtraining Syndrome: Continual high-intensity training without adequate recovery can keep cortisol levels perpetually high. Symptoms like persistent fatigue, decreased performance, sleep disturbances, and mood fluctuations signal overtraining.

Recovery Delays: High cortisol post-training can slow recovery. For those engaging in regular sessions or requiring quick turnarounds between trainings, managing cortisol is crucial. Strategies to Manage Cortisol for Optimal Training in Men

Balanced Training Regime: Incorporate a mix of high-intensity workouts, strength training, and restorative exercises like yoga or stretching. This balance can help regulate cortisol spikes and maintain testosterone levels.

Adequate Recovery: Post-training nutrition should focus on proteins and carbohydrates to counteract muscle protein breakdown. Additionally, prioritizing sleep is essential as it aids recovery and regulates both cortisol and testosterone levels.

Mindfulness and Stress Management: Techniques like meditation, deep breathing exercises, and progressive muscle relaxation can be valuable tools for men. Not only do they help in managing stress, but they can also improve focus and mental clarity, enhancing training outcomes.

Limiting Stimulants: Over-reliance on pre-workout stimulants or excessive caffeine can artificially spike cortisol. Men should monitor their intake and be aware of any potential overstimulation.

Regular Health Checkups: Regular checkups can help monitor cortisol and testosterone levels. Understanding one’s hormonal health can guide training decisions and strategies.

Conclusion

While cortisol is a natural and necessary hormone, its effects on men, especially those actively training, necessitate awareness and proactive management. By acknowledging the unique challenges cortisol presents and adopting a holistic approach to training and recovery, men can optimize their fitness results and safeguard their overall well-being. The male body’s intricate dance between cortisol and testosterone underscores the importance of balance – pushing the limits while ensuring the body and mind are well-tended.

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Flexible dieting is becoming more popular due to its flexible nature and its ability to help people achieve their desired results without feeling restricted. Benefits of Flexible Dieting Increased Adherence One of the most significant benefits of flexible dieting is increased adherence. When people are given a strict meal plan to follow, they often feel restricted and deprived, which can lead to cravings and overeating.

Flexible dieting allows individuals to choose the foods they love and enjoy, making it easier for them to stick to their diet long-term. I love it!

This increased adherence leads to better results and a healthier lifestyle change. Improved Mental Health Flexible dieting also has a positive impact on mental health. By not feeling restricted, individuals are less likely to experience guilt or shame when eating certain foods. This allows you to enjoy your meals and not stress about your diet, which can lead to a better relationship with food.

Better Understanding of Nutrition Flexible dieting helps individuals better understand nutrition. When counting macronutrients, individuals are forced to pay attention to the nutritional information of the foods they eat. This can lead to a better understanding of the impact of certain foods on your body and how you can make healthier food choices.

Better Body Composition Flexible dieting is also beneficial for those looking to improve their body composition. By focusing on hitting macronutrient goals, individuals are able to build muscle and lose fat more effectively. This is because they are able to tailor their diet to meet their specific needs rather than following a one-size-fits-all approach. Better Ability to Eat Out and Travel Flexible dieting makes it easier for individuals to eat out and travel.

Rather than being limited to specific foods, individuals can choose from a variety of options and still hit their macronutrient goals. This allows them to maintain their diet, even when they are not at home. How to Start Flexible Dieting Determine Your Macros The first step in starting flexible dieting is determining your macronutrient goals. It is essential to keep in mind that macronutrient needs can change over time, so it is important to regularly reassess your goals.

Start Tracking Your Macros Once you have determined your macronutrient goals. It is important to start tracking your food intake. There are a variety of apps and websites that can help you with this, such as MyFitnessPal or Cronometer.

By following your food intake, you can ensure you are hitting your macronutrient goals and make adjustments as needed. Focus on Whole Foods While flexible dieting allows individuals to eat a variety of foods, it is still essential to focus on eating whole, nutrient-dense foods. This includes fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and healthy fats. These foods will provide your body with the nutrients it needs to function correctly, even as you are hitting your macronutrient goals. It is important to find Balance when starting flexible dieting so you can enjoy a variety of the foods you enjoy!

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This home ab workout focuses on lower abs and can be done absolutely anywhere, I did it in my bedroom 🙂 I want to inspire people to workout wherever they are using minimal, if any equipment to get into the best shape of their lives, I’m talking to YOU. See I used to think you needed to go to the gym, get on machines, lift weights and all that to get into shape. You don’t. Your body gives you everything you need. Working within your own body in the way it’s intended to be worked, provides more than enough resistance to burn fat and build muscle.

So this year, 2020. I am wanting to provide and produce more content on my YOUTUBE CHANNEL, each week, that will give everyone the chance to workout with me, wherever you are and help you achieve the fitness and body you always wanted.

The 7 mins home abs workout below was posted on my YOUTUBE CHANNEL last Thursday, and every Thursday going forward I’ll be doing different videos that will get you maximum results without providing the excuses not to do them!

The workout below is in real-time, follow along with me for the entire 7 minutes and we will do this workout together. Let me know in the comments how you found it! Go get it!

Make 2020 your best year yet.

Matt

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WHY YOU DON’T NEED A GYM TO GET YOUR IDEAL BODY

Like most people, but especially young men I was under the belief that I need to hit the gym hard, lift weights and be in there for at least an hour at a time. Its pushed on us from a young age that fitness=gym time and big muscles = weight lifting. After living with this belief all my life, and finally getting sick of being unable to break a plateau in my appearance, I quit the gym and quit weight lifting.

I already had a strong knowledge base of workouts and exercises to do without weights, but I spent a bit of time studying and learning more so I never got bored and off I went. Fast forward to know, and I haven’t done a regular “gym” session in a tad over 3 years.

1. FREEDOM

The freedom to workout anywhere, on my terms, whenever, wherever I pleased. It was life-changing!  No longer did I have to fight rush hour traffic after work to get to the gym, or rush hour at the gym for that matter. I worked out on my lunch break at a local oval, or when I got home from work in the backyard, or even down at the beach- there were no restrictions! As I traveled a bit too, this took the pressure off from always finding a gym, I sued to feel stressed whenever I travelled about finding a local gym- not anymore!

2. Results

It wasn’t just the enjoyment of training outside in the fresh air, under the sun that kept me going. But 4 months after going solely bodyweight training, my body had completely changed. More muscle, a leaner physique and I just felt generally stronger! Unlike traditional weight lifting bodyweight training often involves lots of compound movements or movements that require multiple muscles to work together at the same time. Which unless you’re a bodybuilder competing and need even bicep fiber to be bulging, this is perfect and it will get you to result’s- fast!

3. Functionality

Bodyweight training is functional, it relates to everyday life movements. Rather than be locked in position in a one size fits all machine, you work with your body, in movements your body is meant to travel in.

4. INJURY PREVENTION

For over 10 years I suffered flare-ups from a lower back injury I got in my late teens. Since stopping the gym and focusing on bodyweight training, I have not had a single flare-up in 3 years. I believe this is due to bodyweight training really helping to improve mobility, flexibility and also core strength. So many bodyweight moves require core activation, even when the core isn’t the focus. Pull-ups for example, while mainly targeting your back, biceps, and shoulders, will if done correctly and with strict form- bring your core into play big time (non-kipping/swinging pull-ups)

5. PROGRESSIONS

You can most definitely build muscle with bodyweight training. As I have discovered, there is always a progression once an exercise becomes to “easy”. Rather than keep loading up the weights (more often than not with poor technique) something as simple as hand placement can prove to add another level of effort. See regular push-ups, progressing to “archer” push-ups for example.

If you would like to know how to transform your health and fitness without needing a gym, check out my online coaching packages at BODYWEIGHT BUILT . Where you will learn the benefits of bodyweight training and see the changes that come with it!

This article was originally written by me, MATT FOX for Men’s Health Australia Online

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For all my years of training and in the fitness industry at a high level (17 years) I’ve played a professional sport, worked with some of the best fitness coaches in the world and spent more hours studying than I can remember.

I’ve used myself as a guinea pig with every style of diet and types of training. So when I get asked the best way to train, I have an opinion of-course. Now for the vast vast majority of us who aren’t trying to be a professional body builder and have every element of their muscle fibres critiqued, the answer is quite simple- Full body workouts!

Why train full body instead of splitting and isolating muscle groups. Well for one, most people don’t have hours a day, every day to spend working out and if you want to isolate and split muscle groups, that’s what you’ll need to see some improvement. Think about it, if you focus on biceps for your session, and you don’t train them again until 4 or 5 days later once they roll around again in your “training program” its quite a low frequency.

But if you incorporate bicep workout in 3 or 4 of your sessions per week while training other parts, these muscles are getting worked more often and will be provided with a greater stimulus, thus, greater growth.

Not only will each muscle group get worked more frequently but because you are training multiple muscle groups in the same session your body and you are working harder= more calories burned.

So not only are you providing more of a chance for muscle growth but you are burning more energy and if fat loss if a goal, then this is a major plus. Now, what if you don’t want to lose fat and you want to gain more muscle? That’s fine. Full body workouts are still the way unless of course you are a pro bodybuilder and have hours each day to split your sessions and still get the volume in! Then it just comes down to replacing those burned calories with good quality fuel to help you gain!

I’ve tried both methods, and by far the most beneficial is a workout which involves multiple muscle groups rather than isolating. That’s not to say I don’t put an extra focus on a muscle group sometimes during a session, but it just won’t be the only thing I focus on. An example of this, using biceps again- would be training chin-ups, which is also hitting the back, core, and shoulders, mixing up the grip on these so biceps become a focus, but in between these sets- I might do sprints, push-ups or squats too.

So, my advice to everyone who doesn’t want to be a body builder for a living? Focus on multiple muscle group workouts, workouts where cardio and strength are combined.

I post a lot of these workouts on my INSTAGRAM and YOUTUBE so you can check it out and give them a try at home!

Go crush it!

Matt

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So when I say I have done the World’s hardest workout, I feel like it has to be up there. Of course I’m open to more suggestions and challenges but in terms of something done under 1 hour, well, I guess you’ll have to try it yourself and find out.

THE MENTAL BATTLE

The reason why this workout is so tough is not only the physical component but the mental fight you have with yourself. There are no designated rest breaks- get to the finish in the best time possible. You decide your rest breaks (if you need them) and this becomes a battle in itself. The guilt of resting, not resting too long, not resting long enough.

THE PHYSICAL BATTLE

Now the physcial side of things. I used the exercises I did fo this workout because it covers everything. Its a complete full body, strength, power, agility, speed and cardio based workout. Using my calisthenics expertise with the mix of my new found love for mixing in kettlebells this workout is NEXT LEVEL!

This workout format is not new, I’m not trying to claim that. But the exercises I added to it put my spin on things.

It goes like the song- 12 days of Christmas. if you don’t know the words and how it plays out- google that. Basically, we have 12 exercises, the number (day)next to each exercises represents the reps for that given exercise.

In my Bodyweight Built version of this workout my exercises are;

1- RUN

2- MUSCLE UPS

3-ROWS EACH SIDE

4- CLEAN+ PRESS EACH SIDE

5- REVERSE BURPEES

6- BALL SLAMS

7- BURPEES

8- THRUSTERS

9-PUSH UPS

10-CHIN UPS

11- KICK SITS EACH SIDE

12- SHOULDER TAPS EACH SIDE

You can watch the video here:

So, I want you to watch the video on my YouTube channel and let me know your time! It was hard, HOT and HUMID when i did this, you’ll see my time in the video. Yes, it also depends on how far you make the run component of things too. Have fun with it and let me know your time in the comment section of this video!

Matt

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In early January, we packed up our things and moved north to tropical Noosa. 1.5 hours drive north of Brisbane in the Australian state of Queensland. We had really only just moved into our new home in Melbourne before deciding to make the move, a change in lifestyle, better weather and the opportunity to expand my fitness business to a face to face option as well as online arose.

Fast forward a month or so and here we are. Writing this to you from a humid, sometimes rainy Noosa. I know its been a while since I last made a post and It won’t happen again 😉 Turns out moving to a new state, and setting up a business is more time consuming than I thought- but here I am, back on track.

We already love Noosa, the people are awesome and the lifestyle is as we had hoped. The weather has being up and down, but it all comes with this time of the year. Everyone up here has been telling us how winter is their favourite time of the year- obviously something no Melbournian would EVER SAY. The summer months are known for more rain, hotter weather and crazy humidity, turns out we only just dodged a cyclone recently too, kinda happy about that! While it has rained a few bit in recent weeks, I don’t think the temperature has dropped below 27c once during the day, making the rain somewhat a non issue. On top of the fact the ocean temperature is hovering in the low 20’s it really hasn’t bothered us!

With that being said, we obviously spend a lot of time outdoors and I get to cruise around in my ideal outfit. Shorts… yep, thats about it, I think I’ve worn shoes only a handful of times since moving here and I LOVE IT!

The business is going well and slowly growing. Daily training sessions on the beach make for the best office I could ask for. There is something about working out, by the ocean as the sun comes up which is special and good for the soul! It’s allowed me to make friends quickly and really enjoy spending time and working with all the awesome people who come to my sessions, I’m super grateful for that!

Noosa and surrounding areas has so much beauty to be explored, from the beaches to the hinterland and everything in between. Amazing walks through the national park along rugged ocean begin at the end of our street. Harley is loving the environment and with the climate, gets to be at the beach and generally outdoors a-lot more. It is the perfect place for kids to grow up.

When it comes to my own training and personal fitness, being in Noosa is right up my alley. I love being outdoors and training by the beach and local parks, I love the hot humid weather we have had so far, while sometimes I have found a midday workout slightly too challenging, its all good fun! I feel like my fitness has gone up another level since being here, even if it’s only being a short time. Partly due to loving my training environment and having so many options to choose from, it’s hard to beat stair sprints through a forest or workouts under palm trees by the beach!

Check out what I’ve been up to and pretty much what an avaerage day looks like for us since moving to Noosa in this recent video I put on my YouTube Channel

Check out the video and let me know if you enjoy it. i am going to start putting up more vlog styles of video to really show off our beautiful new home that is Noosa.

Until next time 😉

( I won’t leave it a few months till my next post)

Matt

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A week in my life at a fitness retreat. I’ve just wrapped up one of the best weeks ever. A week of fitness, fun, new friends, yoga, wakeboarding, surfing and partying! Another week with the worlds Number 1 fitness retreat company, Active Escapes was held in Noosa, Australia. I was the trainer for the 21 guests who came from all over the world to workout on the beautiful sunshine coast beaches and enjoy the fun times that Active Escapes offers.

This week is the perfect mix of training, fun and relaxation. Twice daily training sessions, sunset yoga, surf lessons and wakeboarding. All meals are cooked for us and we come home after a session it’s all ready to go.  The weather in Noosa was amazing, sun every day, warm waters and perfect sunsets. This is the third time I have been with Active Escapes and each trip gets better, the people are the best part about it- a big group of like-minded people who want to train hard and have fun. Its a big family for the week and that’s what makes it so unique.

SOLO TRAVELER?

I often get asked by people interested in doing an Active Escape about coming alone, doing the whole solo traveller thing. Most people do, do this alone. I think its great, I spent years travelling alone (not out of choice always) and you learn so much, it forces you to come out of your shell, to meet new people and experience new things that you may otherwise not do when surrounded by people who already know. It’s kinda crazy how a person can change when they aren’t afraid of being judged by someone who “knows” them. So if this has ever held you back, quit it, go and do it by yourself, what’s the worst can happen?

From my point of view, as the trainer for the week, it’s really rewarding to meet so many people from so many different walks of life. To hear stories and learn from them and hopefully return the favour to them- giving them a week of fitness fun which they enjoy and can take back home with them

The group spent each morning training on the beach and finishing with a swim. Afternoon sessions were done on a tennis court in our resort or in a park, the week puts a big emphasis on being outdoors and trying new things. We don’t even look at a gym, something I really enjoy. It gives the workouts more versatility and more team interaction, the workouts are all functional and can suit any fitness level so you don’t have to worry about what standard you are at, you’ll always get something out of it and be able to push yourself.

There really is something for everyone and that’s why I love the concept that Active Escapes have, what they provide to guests and trainers, both amazing expereinces and lifelong memories.

Check out Active Escapes by CLICKING HERE.

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Let me start by saying I’m not 100% vegan, but for the past 5 or so months I have been at about 85%. I’ve gone from being a huge consumer of meats (4-5 times a day) to maybe eating it once or twice a week. I make a conscious decision to try to eat more vegan and for me, this process is all about learning more about eating vegan and seeing how my body reacts. This is an experiment, to learn more about my body and the human body in general, more specifically when it comes to fitness and how (if any) impact it could have.  I want to continue to improve on that 85% as I know it is not only a healthier option for my body but also the impact of the environment.

This post is not about trying to cram vegan life down your throat (food analogy) but more share my experience, my research and my continued learning process, heck I still do eat animal products- be that a lot less. I’m not one to tell you how you should or shouldn’t live your life, but being open to learning about new things is always good for the mind, body and soul.

Vegan food has long copped the stigma of being boring and bland. In the fitness world where “PROTEIN” is king, it’s often considered detrimental to be vegan. I mean, how do you get protein without meat? I’m speaking from experience because for so long I thought that I couldn’t hit my daily protein intake without eating animal proteins, and if I could I would have to eat a huge amount of fats alongside it (nuts etc) which I just didn’t want to do. I also worried about the accessibility and the ease to which I could get vegan protein from, I mean I could just throw a stack of chicken breasts in the oven and have days worth of meals ready… I can’t be bothered prepping and making every meal. But as I learnt more, opened my mind to different methods (as I did with my training, ditching weights for bodyweight), spoke to friends, researched products, it became more and more obvious that it wasn’t so hard to hit protein numbers and even more importantly eat fun, delicious foods.

Veganism is definitely becoming more mainstream, companies we know and trust are now putting out vegan ranges. From ice cream and candy to ‘meat” alternatives there really is a wide range of foods to eat that won’t hinder your variety.

I wanted to share a recent comparison photo showing two meal options;

1: Plant-based vegan protein meal

2: Animal-based protein meal

As you can see the calories and macros are pretty much both the same, no lack of protein on the plant-based side either. The difference here is the amount of food and also the extra greens and vegetable-based foods which would also provide more vitamins, minerals and generally good stuff. Me, being a hungry person who loves food and ALWAYS wants to eat, plant-based food gives me just that opportunity without the food coma/sickness/bloating you normally get after eating a huge meal. There is no denying that our body brakes down plant-based based food easier than meats, that’s a scientific fact! If that’s the case then it also means that our body has more time for other important functions rather than using huge amounts of energy to simply digest a single meal, let alone meal upon meal.

It’s also a scientific fact that red meat does increase inflammation in the body and on top of that fact, both red and white meat (poultry) has a very murky past (and present) of adding harmful chemicals to the food the animals eat which in turn, get passed on to us, think crazy animal steroids, antibiotics, and other cancer-causing nasty stuff. Again, let me remind you that I’m not 100% vegan and I still eat meat, just be it less and less as I keep experimenting, it purely comes down to convenience for me as I am learning.

I will choose vegan options over non-vegan options and that is based on the above facts, they cannot be denied. Animal products do contain dangerous chemicals that directly impact us, and even if you’re confident they haven’t been juiced up- there is also undeniable facts of how long the body takes to process this type of food, it’s just common sense which option stresses your body more. Throw dairy into the mix and the fact humans are the only mammals who drink another animals milk and still drink milk after infant development is a little gross. So regardless of where you stand on harmful additives, you cannot deny that it stresses our bodies more, we are already so stressed, run down and tired in today’s go-go-go lifestyle, why would we want to add to that if we had the option otherwise?

The prevalence of diseases in humans that are becoming more and more common, specifically stomach and digestive diseases. Cancers of the colon and stomach, skin diseases, all which are becoming more and more obvious to what can contribute to these and in turn, what can help heal, cure and prevent these. DIET. More specifically, higher amounts of plant-based foods, less of animal-based foods!

Another positive in my mind that comes from veganism is the impact it has on the environment. A good friend of mine has to be a major player in helping me learn more about this side of things too and something I may not have selfishly cared about if it wasn’t for my 2-year-old son, Harley. What type of world do I want him to grow up in, climate change, pollution and the total demise of the plant and eco-system as we know it today- are all directly impacted by our farming of animals for food. We aren’t that far off from a world where oceans become fishless, just ask millions of fisherman worldwide who are coming home with less and less and that is a scary thought.

Humans have directly caused extinction to countless animals species while destroying forests worldwide which actually help us live (think air pollution), which again if you think about it, is just insane. We destroy forests and huge amounts of nature which help clean the air we breathe, to farm animals for us to eat, which have a negative impact on our health so who are we really looking after?

Of course, there is the argument of the farmers, what will they do? How will they be able to provide a living for themselves, communities, families? This debate along with the environment could go on and on, but when it comes down to it, industries adapt and change. Video shops got wiped out when DVD’s came along, DVD’s became almost extinct when Netflix came about and still industries move along, Think electric car industry in only the past 3 years, think companies who have switched to manufacturing plant-based milk (coconut, almond etc) who are now making 10 times as much as they were from selling cows milk. There is always the ability to evolve.

I hope this blog post has given you some more insight, even just adding more vegan options as replacements to your current diet will make a world of difference to your body. Do it for selfish reasons such as your own personal health if you don’t care about the environment, because, just like me, the difference felt is real, and that too can’t be argued!

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Matt

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