# @thebodybuildingvegan on Instagram

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DZJRWShuInd
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/66289821-thebodybuildingvegan-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2026-06-04T01:05:28.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** John Thomas (@thebodybuildingvegan) — https://gondola.cc/thebodybuildingvegan

## Caption

Comment “POD” for the link to our podcast!

Looking to improve your vegan activism? Join us as we discuss effective vegan activism with vegan activist & Vegan Squad Coaching client Sergio Pinedo! Sergio shares how documentaries like Earthlings pushed him from five years vegetarian to vegan, and how attending LA Animal Save vigils changed his perspective by confronting the reality of animal transport and slaughter, documenting animals’ lives, and providing brief relief like water and gentle touch. Sergio describes why vigils matter for both vegans and pre-vegans, the scale of slaughter, and how activism can include Cubes of Truth, marches, social media, sanctuaries, and self-care to avoid burnout. Sergio also shares his journey of gaining weight after going vegan, which lead him to working with John and losing 30+ lbs in 6 months to build confidence and become a better activist, emphasizing the important of fitness and wearing vegan shirts as a form visible vegan representation/advocacy.

The Vegan Squad Pod was created to help empower vegans to become activists!
Whether it’s going to vigils, achieving a physique that shows people we don’t need to eat animals (which we help you with vegansquadcoaching), or any of the other forms of activism you’ll hear on the Pod,
we want to empower you to find your voice and help you speak up for justice! Comment POD and follow us on your favorite streaming platform!

Follow our hosts:
John thebodybuildingvegan
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