Robert grew up on a farm in Corvallis, Oregon, where he adopted a vegan lifestyle in 1995 at age fifteen, weighing just 120 pounds. Today, he is the author of the books Vegan Bodybuilding & Fitness, Shred It!, Plant-Based Muscle, and The New York Times bestseller — The Plant-Based Athlete. He is often referred to as the “Godfather of Vegan Bodybuilding,” growing the industry from infancy in 2002 to where it is today.
As a two-time natural bodybuilding champion, Robert is considered one of VegNews magazine’s most influential vegan athletes. He tours around the world sharing his story of transformation from a skinny farm kid to champion vegan bodybuilder. Robert is the founder and president of Vegan Bodybuilding & Fitness and maintains the popular website, VeganBodybuilding.com. He is a regular contributor to Vegan Fitness, No Meat Athlete, Forks Over Knives, and Vegan Strong.
Robert is a multi-sport athlete and entrepreneur. He has followed a plant-based diet for more than twenty-six years. He lives in Colorado with his wife and two rescued Chihuahuas.
Build Your Body on a Plant-Based Diet
Learn how to build muscle, burn fat, increase endurance, and create a meal plan that works for you, based on your own caloric needs. Discover which foods are best for energy, for reducing inflammation, and for speeding up your recovery process after training. Wondering about protein intake and supplementation? Ask New York Times bestselling author and champion vegan athlete of twenty-nine years, Robert Cheeke, in this informative and dynamic presentation about building your body with plants.
How to Be an Impactful Vegan
Learn how to make the greatest impact for animals by leveraging what Robert Cheeke calls our STRONG V. Discover how to use your skills, talents, resources, network, generosity, volunteering, and other strengths to make a 100-times greater impact on relieving animal suffering than just by being vegan alone.
Panel Q&A: Powered by Plants
Hosted by Robert Cheeke with vegan athletes Alisia Essig, Cyrus Khambatta, Giacomo Marchese, Maxime Sigouin, Dani Taylor, and Ivy Teves
Do you have questions about the nutrition athletes need to fuel their bodies on a plant-based diet? Concerned with getting the right types of carbohydrates to power through your weekend warrior lifestyle? Do you wonder how much protein you should eat after a tough workout? Learn from athletes who have achieved success in their sports, powered by a pure, plant-based diet. From endurance sports like running, to weight training, bodybuilding, and martial arts, these vegan athletes will help you fuel your athletic endeavors for optimal performance.
FUNCTIONAL FITNESS
Exercises your can do anywhere, anytime to maintain high levels of health and fitness. Join champion vegan bodybuilder, Robert Cheeke, and learn how to complete total body exercises for a full-body workout without any special equipment. Learn fitness, diet, and nutrition tips from the bestselling co-author of , and get your questions answered after a fun workout. Proper exercise shores and clothing attire required. Exercises will be at varying levels of intensity, based on each individual’s interest and experience.
(Classes & Presenters Coming Summer 2025)
Alaskan Adventure of Wellness
Experience the breathtaking beauty of Alaska while embracing a holistic lifestyle aboard our vegan cruise.
August 31- September 7, 2025
