The Vegan Superhero AcademyReviews of thevegangym.com

Life changing experience! I’ve been trying to make lasting changes to my life for the past 10 years. I’ve done it all, South Beach, Keto, juice cleanses, water fasts, other trainers, the works. No matter what I would do, the old ways would always come creeping back and I’d gain back all the weight I lost and then some. I found VSA on Instagram at the end of 2021 and after checking out their profile, website, and reviews, I was sold. I applied and had my intro call in May of 2022. By June I was paired with my coach, Micheal who’s been absolutely amazing from day 1! Not only did he make sure my meal plan was done to my liking, but he was also very thorough and ask if there were any specific workouts I wanted to avoid. Throughout my entire time in the program, Micheal and I kept in near constant contact with weekly checkin calls and texting whenever I had a question or wanted to share a win! He was always super supportive, positive, and I could ask any question and he would either have an answer for me or would find it. Micheal truly helped me create a new mindset around food and exercise, and I am SO excited to continue implementing the changes he helped me with in my time with him. Honestly, he’s been the best part of my whole experience. The VSA Facebook group was also EXTREMELY valuable as I was put into a community of people on the same journey as me and it was great interacting with everyone and sharing wins, asking for advice, and just the overall sense of camaraderie was awesome. Thank you Micheal and everyone at VSA for a truly live-altering experience!

VSA has catered to and aligned perfectly with my lifestyle and my goals. I thought when I signed up, that I would just check my goals off my list at the end of my 90 days, and the program will have served its purpose. I had no clue what VSAs purpose had in store for me! My coach has helped instill a level of confidence I've never had in my physical abilities before. When I achieved those initial goals I had set for myself when starting, I finally felt like I was capable of achieving even bigger and better goals I never thought possible for myself! Triathlon, here I come!! Forever grateful for this program, thanks coach!

If I were to give one word to describe my experience with the VSA program, it is definitely "empowering." The learnings and expertise that are put into the program, and into all of the tools available to the clients truly sets you up to succeed, no matter what level of fitness you are in or where you are in your vegan journey. After moving to North Carolina from Minnesota in 2012, my life took a turn to the less active. Several factors were at play, but it's the typical combination of what I now know was a mild depression, increased and more regular alcohol intake, less mindful choices for food, and critically much less physical activity. Ten years of this took a toll and I went from being then at my best physical shape to my worst. And I was even in a kind of denial how bad it was, thinking I just had 15-20 pounds of extra fat to get rid of, but it turned out to be more like 25. At the times that I was considering joining VSA, I created a lot of arguments NOT to do so. I thought I was already dealing with too many things, but in the end I signed up realizing "if not now, then when?" My first coach was Ben, who after I identified personal goals and health concerns, came back to me with a nutrition and fitness program designed to work together that projected (to my doubts!) losing all of that unwanted fat, all 25 pounds of it, by the third month....and also changes in muscle versus fat composition. At first it seemed too good to be true, but then I also realized that I am NOT the first client of VSA and they know their program and data. After some weeks, Ben moved on in his career and I got a new coach, Mislav. Mislav was also exceptional...so caring, motivating, listened to my concerns and wins (and celebrated the wins with me)...I could tell that while the program is pretty set, the reality is that it's there for you to get out of it what you want and need and it's not the case that one size fits all. I've had a couple of set-backs along the way, including once when Mislav took extra time to set up a "telemedicine" call to help figure out what the nature and cause of a pain in my right knee was during certain exercises, like lunges. I think Mislav is representative of all the coaches in VSA....committed, motivating, and above all CARING. I DID lose every single one of those 25 pounds, and didi so earlier than projected. And I have to say I was NEVER hungry or felt like I did not have enough to eat, and to be honest I was not 100% consistent with the training portion of the program. But my body reached a new 'best' shape for me, which is amazing when I turned 55 this year! I really appreciated that the approach to nutrition was based on my individual situation and goals, and involved actual whole, real foods with incredibly delicious recipes. Curries, stir-fries, etc...exactly how I normally eat but formulated to support shredding fat and building lean muscle. At one point when I was working out, that's when I realized that the VSA program is empowering...as it gives you the tools and the support but YOU make the effort and you start to see results fairly early on. And it's no fad diet or crash program; it's sustainable and built to set you up for long-term success. When so many things seemed crazy and chaotic in my life, moving closer to living with my values and reaching a new best shape of my life was absolutely empowering.

This is truly a life changing experience, VSA doesn’t just help you with dieting and workouts, they teach you life habits so in the end you keep your results

This is hands down, the best fitness, health and weight loss program I’ve ever experienced. For most of my life I’ve been a vegetarian and sometimes vegan. I was always very thin and lean until my mid 20’s. I tried some things on my own and in my 40’s I decided to pay for a trainer. I went to a gym and trained with a “no pain, no gain” trainer and actually ended up with a meniscal tear. During that journey I learned that I had arthritis and 80% bone loss in that knee. Three knee specialists told me I needed a knee replacement but was too young and would just have to live with the pain. The last Dr told me if I could just lose 10 lbs it would make a huge difference. That seemed impossible because walking caused swelling and more knee pain so the treadmill and elliptical were a no go. I just gave up! My motto was that “I’ll just be fat and happy”. So for 7 years I’ve packed on the pounds and guess what? I was not happy. I was miserable. I tried several weight loss programs but none of them addressed my needs as a vegetarian. They really had no protein options other than egg whites. Really, how many egg whites can a person eat? So I lost hope until, I saw an add from “The Vegan Gym - Vegan Superhero Academy.” This peaked my interest so, I clicked the link. Best decision ever! I’m 50 and was at a fork in the road. I could either go down the path of high blood pressure and diabetes like a lot of my family or, I could do something for my health. Let me tell you…this program is life changing! Seriously, there is so much support! I had signed up for a cheap program previously that offered caffeine and cayenne pills and egg whites. The support was minimal, a Facebook group of people in the same boat.VSA is completely different. They offer a new, fresh approach. I had a one on one zoom call with Anders, one of the owners. I signed up and shortly after had a zoom call with my coach. Andrew is my coach and he’s been incredible. So, here’s what I have experienced. You get more than several one on one zoom calls with your coach. There are daily group zoom calls, team zoom calls, a VSA Facebook support group with the coaches and owners actually staying involved. There is a team Facebook page with several coaches within each team. Go Team Avengers! The coaches post daily. You have daily access to your coach the entire time via text. The support is incomparable! There are consists challenges which Not only keeps you accountable but also rewards you. I chose the hardest level because, why not? It reaps the greatest rewards. Most importantly, I learned to plan and organize not only my weight loss goals but also my personal and professional life. This to me made all the difference in the world. I can not tell you enough how much support is here. There are also in person events. Most important, I’ve learned about consistency. I show up every single day! And my coach shows up every single day. All of the coaches show up every single day. The owners show up every single day. And all of the others who are just like me, show up every single day! We all support each other. If you follow the program and stay involved, I can promise that you will see the results you are looking for. They are that good!!! I’m still on my 90 day journey. I’m not even finished with the program and I’ve already lost 22 pounds. I’ve also lost inches everywhere and I feel amazing. I can fit into clothes that I haven’t worn in 5 years. My friends tell me how great I look and that my skin glows Even one of the employees at my gym told me that she’s noticed how much I’ve lost. This program is life-changing. I promise!

I've had an off/on relationship with fitness in general. I'd work out for a few months, life would take over, and I would fall out of it. I've also always been borderline underweight most of my life. I knew I wanted to find a program that would help me develop not only my fitness goals, but my nutrition ones as well. I've been vegan for a few years and while I was pretty sure I was eating healthy, I wanted that confirmation. I came across VSA through a reddit post and decided to reach out to learn more. This part of the process is where I have my biggest criticism of the program. I initially reached out for some more information and started a conversation with an employee of VSA. An unfortunate event happened in my life after I started the conversations and I had to put the inquiry process on hold for a little bit. To the VSA employee's credit, they seemed sympathetic and wished me well. The sales tactics VSA uses are not overly aggressive, but I felt like there was constant pressure to "close the deal". When the initial call was setup, there was an expectation of "If we both feel this is a good fit, let's commit on the call". This is a good example of the pressure not being over the top, but I would've preferred if there was less of it. I'm also not a fan of the lack of price transparency. No price is publicly stated on their website although once I started the Sales process, a range was given to me. To a certain extent I understand that the price may differ based on the what you need from the program, and that explaining what you get for the price can help make it seem more reasonable, however even supplying a range on the website with an explanation that it will depend on what you need would be better. In all reality the price of the program really is not much more expensive than other comparable programs, especially when you consider everything you get for it. I say this all not to dissuade anyone from going through the process, but just a warning of what you will be getting into. The actual program is where VSA really shines. I worked with Coach Michael and every step of the program that was catered to me was outstanding. The nutrition plans I got met the needs and the recipe book provided gave lots of really delicious options for other meals plans, even self created ones. The fitness program I was given was also fantastic. I've been with the program for 3 months so far and have gained a good amount of muscle. Coach Michael has been nothing but supportive, communicative, and just overall outstanding to work with. One thing to note about VSA is everyone, both the coaches and members, seems to be genuinely nice, supportive, and caring. One of the best things about VSA is the community you are joining. It was a nice surprise to realize I was getting more than just a customized fitness and nutrition program, but an entire community to support my efforts. Another differentiator VSA has is all the weekly seminars they put on. From yoga, to meditation, to weekly calls where one of the coaches gives a deep dive on topics like mental resilience, specific movements, nutrition, there is a wealth of information that you get on a weekly basis. Having community members on the weekly coach calls is also a highlight as most people are very open and willing to share their struggles, which can help you feel like you're not alone. If you engage with the available content, VSA can be more than just a fitness/nutrition program, but a lifestyle development program. On top of all of this, the program itself and its content are constantly evolving. Even in the three months I've been here, I've been impressed at the new content that has been developed/is in development. Overall, if you're a vegan willing to invest in yourself to better your life, this program is worth looking into. Aside from the sales pressure, everything else about the program is outstanding. Even if I were to not continue with the program, I feel I am better setup as a result of VSA to continue my life in a sustainably healthy way as a vegan.

Yes … I’m sure there are other programs out there that might be able to do the same thing VSA does, but when your goal is not only to take care of yourself but also to take care of the planet and other living beings that share the planet with you, this is the program that covers all these. I’m truly so fortunate for having become part of this welcoming community. I’m 52 years old and I am so grateful that I did not spend time worrying about the cost or if I’d be capable to do the exercises or anything else that would’ve kept me from starting this program. 70 plus days into it and I am a much healthier person right this moment than I’ve ever been in my entire life… these numbers don’t lie: Weight started at 192.7 and now it is 165.2 - Percentage of Body Fat was 37.7 and now it is 29.1. Your personal coach is going to take you on such a life changing journey but all the other coaches will also be playing a significant role as well. Let me tell you about my Coach Michael, you know how they say that you have only seconds to make an impression? Well my impression of him was right on the mark. He has shown an genuine interest in my health, nutrition and over all state of mind. I have learned and continue to learn so much directly from him. He has followed my progress and areas of improvement much much much better than I have literally seen personal trainers give clients at my gym. There is personalized guidance that I have at my fingertips which I refer to over and over (unlike a typical, in person, one hour session). I have been able to share my struggles in and out of the gym with Coach Michael, and that’s not something I ever expected. I’m so lucky to have him show me the way to sustainable eating, exercising and living! Do yourself a huge favor and sign up TODAY! It’s not cheap but it is so worth every penny to me and everyone I’ve come across in VSA. Your life, your health and your happiness will improve if you really want it to. Good luck!

I had been vegan for several years prior to joining VSA. I also went to the gym regularly and worked hard, but I just wasn't achieving the results I was hoping for. Joining VSA has been a true game changer in so many ways. This is so much more than a training program - along with a workout plan, you get a nutrition plan that works for you, and delicious recipes! And, you get access to a group of amazing coaches and like-minded community members. I am constantly learning here. Coach Michael designed an awesome workout and nutrition plan for me, and since I've been in the program, Coach has made changes to the plan to align it specifically with my goals. He is thorough, caring, kind, and is a wealth of knowledge. One of the most valuable lessons I have learned in this program is the mind-body connection. I had heard about it before, but I had no idea how to apply it to what I was doing. I am now learning how to connect the exercises I do with how I feel mentally, which I've never done. This has been especially important for me over the last few months. Several months ago, I had a major injury that set me back from my workouts. I wanted to just give up and quit, but Coach Michael didn't let me; he supported me throughout my recovery and while I got back up on my feet and back to the gym. I feel stronger than ever as a result. This program is an investment that I am so happy I decided to make. I can't imagine where I would be without it. I've learned so much from everyone and have connected with such great people. This is the best vegan training community ever - I cannot recommend it more!