The Truth About Building Muscle on a Plant-Based Diet - With Torre Washington

The Truth About Building Muscle on a Plant-Based Diet - With Torre Washington

March 29, 2026 · 1h 25m · Episode 986

About this episode

Torre Washington discusses how he built a championship-level physique on a plant-based diet, challenging conventional beliefs about muscle building.

In many fitness spaces, particularly in the world of bodybuilding, it is widely believed that protein-dense animal foods are the only way to build significant muscle. But today’s guest is here to challenge conventional beliefs about what it takes to create a strong and muscular physique. Torre Washington is an IFBB Pro bodybuilder and NASM-certified coach who has built a championship-level physique on an exclusively plant-based diet. He is also a speaker and a pioneer in the space of vegan athletics. Torre is passionate about helping others perform at a high level with an intentional lifestyle. In this interview, you’re going to hear about the details of Torre’s training regimen and nutrition plan. Specifically, you’ll learn how he got started in the world of bodybuilding, how his approach to protein and macronutrients has shifted over time, and what it takes to build a strong, healthy physique. I hope you enjoy this conversation with Torre Washington! In this episode you’ll discover: How Torre got interested in bodybuilding. (5:23) Why fitness allowed Torre to serve others. (13:14) The history of why Torre eats a plant-based diet. (20:54) How counting macros changed Torre’s…

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