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2024 Team VPA Application

2024 Team VPA Application

The Vegan Powered Athletes (VPA) team was established in 2021 with a clear mission: to promote the Vegan message through the world of sports. This diverse team consists of athletes ranging from beginners to seasoned podium achievers, participating in various sports such as triathlons, running, cycling, rucking, crossfit, and Spartan races. While their primary focus is on training hard and excelling in their respective sports, they also value the journey and the camaraderie that comes with being a part of a team. They prioritize being friendly, encouraging, and supportive, regardless of an individual's background. If you exhibit these qualities, as well as a desire to engage in discussions about Veganism without uttering a word, this team is perfect for you. Whether you are motivated to protect animals, the environment, or your own health, or if you simply want to spread awareness by wearing Vegan apparel, Team VPA offers a community of like-minded individuals who are dedicated to living a vibrant, ethical, and Vegan lifestyle.

 

Team VPA welcomes athletes of all levels and from all countries across the globe. Since its inception, the team's main goal has been to promote an active Vegan lifestyle by adopting a positive, educational, and inspiring approach. We believe in meeting people where they are at in their individual journeys and becoming embodiments of what a Vegan can achieve. Through their participation in sports and the activities they engage in, Team VPA members aim to spread the Vegan message worldwide. And what better way to do so than through the gear they wear? The team recognizes that their apparel presents a unique opportunity to plant a seed and inspire strangers they encounter along their journeys.

 

If you are ready to join the VPA family in 2024, there are certain requirements that you must fulfill. First, you will need to purchase the 2024 Team VPA Ambassador Box, which costs $59. Additionally, you must purchase at least one piece of 2024 Team VPA gear from our gear partner, Voler. The starting price point for an outer top is approximately $60. Being Vegan is also a prerequisite, as the team is dedicated to promoting a Vegan lifestyle. Furthermore, you must possess a passion for living an active Vegan lifestyle and a desire to be part of a community that shares your commitment to sports and Veganism. Finally, you should strive to meet people where they are at in their journeys and be a positive influence, whether they are already Vegan or not.

 

As a member of Team VPA, you will receive several benefits. Upon joining, you will receive a Team VPA Ambassador Welcome Box, which includes an exclusive Team VPA Podium T-shirt, hat, water bottle, and wristband. In addition, the box will contain samples and coupons from VPA's partners. Throughout the year, you will also enjoy a 25% discount on all Vegan Powered Athlete merchandise (excluding Voler gear). Moreover, you will gain access to exclusive discounts, coupons, and samples from VPA partner and sponsor brands. Additionally, you will receive a special 10% discount code for Vegan Powered Athlete merchandise, which you can share with your friends and family. Team VPA will feature you in spotlight posts on their social media outlets, providing you with additional exposure. The team also organizes challenges, gatherings, and contests on social media, where you can win prizes. To facilitate communication and interaction among team members, there is a private Facebook group hub, Discord channel, private Strava club and Team Calendar.  Furthermore, Team VPA arranges regular Zoom meetups and team events to foster a sense of community.

 

If you want to be part of Team VPA, you must submit your application by October 30, 2023. On November 3rd, we will announce selections via email. Upon completion of the application, you will need to pre-order the Team VPA Ambassador Box. If you are not selected, the team will refund your purchase in full by November 3rd. Additionally, you must order the Team VPA Voler Gear by November 13th, a link for purchasing will be included in the welcome email sent on November 3rd.

 

If you meet the requirements and are ready to make a difference, join Team VPA in 2024 and be part of our journey to promote Veganism worldwide.

 

Team VPA 2024 Application Link 

MEET SOME OF OUR TEAM MEMBERS

In 2022 we had 100 Team Members. BE APART OF THE FAMILY AND SHARE YOUR STORY

Meet Team VPA member Renee @runtrails_eatplants . It is her second year on the team and she has been helping out behind the scenes on our IG @team_vpa and our FB pages"Life is too short to stay inside your comfort zone, reach for the sky. I’m Renee and I am an ultrarunner living outside Atlanta, Georgia. 14 years ago, I went plant based for my health and I never looked back. After a bad foot injury, I discovered I loved lifting as much as I love running the trails. So, at the age of 50 I added lifting heavy to my training plan. I am passionate about spreading the message that age is no limit and you can not only thrive on a plant-based diet, you can help end animal cruelty and have a positive impact on the environment too. So, get out there and go for it!"

Welcome to the team@monica.strattonSport: Triathlon, Cycling, Running

"I have struggled for my entire life with food. It seems everything I ate made me feel sluggish or sick. My husband and I decided to try the vegan lifestyle and we have never felt better. My digestive system is running so much better and I feel I have more sustainable energy through my workouts and life. Being vegan has helped me fuel better for all my races and training.
I am very proud to be a vegan athlete. I have seen what it has done for me and my performance in all my sports. I want to share my story of how being vegan has changed my life in terms of how I feel on a daily basis and in sport. Being a professional athlete my students look to me and how I live my life and I am very proud to tell them how much better my body feels being vegan "

Welcome back@rjsacksVeganism saved my dad's life many years ago. He had horrible blockages in his heart and faced stents and a very dangerous operation, or seeing what would happen if he went whole food no oil plant based. He reversed his heart disease and is healthy as ever and still vegan. He never needed heart surgery. He is now 61 years old and still doing distance cycling rides. I started changing what I was eating during high school when my dad switched his diet. I made the complete switch after I met my boyfriend, a collegiate vegan runner at the time. I was mostly looking at veganism through a health lens until I met him and he helped me face the ethical dilemmas of eating animal products as well. Since I went vegan, my sister went vegan, my mom went vegetarian almost plant based, and my brother (who I thought would never change) has cut a significant amount of meat and dairy from his diet. My dad, boyfriend and I are all vegan cyclists currently. My whole immediate family is very open to veganism and eats vegan at family gatherings. Being vegan has been easy with supports like mine.
I feel strongly about spreading a positive message and hopefully helping make a change. Veganism saves so many animals, it can save people like my dad, and can save our planet. I can show other athletes that vegans aren't frail and sickly, we can compete and do well without eating animal products.

Welcome to the team@prost_1969I had high cholesterol high blood pressure and was 40 lbs over weight. The doctor said statins for the rest of my life because high cholesterol was in my family so I took things into my own hands. Since then I lost the 40 lbs and reversed all the other issues . I now also realize the impact going vegan has on the animals and the environment. I love cycling and running and by joining the team I can reach more people and show them that you can’t just survive without the use of animal products but thrive!!

Meet Team VPA athlete Shari. We are glad she joined us Meet“Hi team, this is my first year with Team VPA. I'm overjoyed to have found this team. I adore the mission statement because it reflects my beliefs too. I'm 48 years young, a small business owner, yogi, group fitness instructor, and outdoor enthusiast. My primary sport is Triathlon, but running will always be my first love with more than 6 marathons under my belt. Vegan for over 15 yrs. Before that vegetarian for 3 years. My biggest vegan athlete accomplishment was completing my first Ironman last year after many years doing Triathlons. This year I'm looking forward to enjoying long cycling tours in Europe! Follow my adventures on IG @sparks_vegan”

Welcome to the team@mattd_team_vegan_athletics"My name is Matt Dellaro. This is my first year as a Team VPA member as well as my first new year as an endurance athlete. I decided last February to buy a road bike and start cycling again after not having done it since my teens...I'm 51 now. I heard about short course triathlons and decided to see what I could do. I have 3 sprints behind me now as well as a 5k and 8k trail running races, a 5k road, two 10k races and a half marathon. I'm looking forward to longer triathlons as I get more comfortable with open water swimming, and working up to a 70.3 or even a 140.6. I've been vegan for over 8 years, and am so loving this new chapter in my life. Thanks to everyone at Team VPA who has been so helpful, supportive and just plain cool."

We are so glad you joined us@barefootjei"My name is Jérémie alias@barefootjei, I'm 28 years old and I'm from Normandy in France.

I have been vegan for 3 years now. I'm vegan for the animals! I'm so happy to have joined the team and to wear our colors in my country.

In 2022 I will be running every day to raise funds that will be donated to two Vegan associations.

My goal for 2022 is a 55km in May and another probably longer race by the end of the year."

"My name is Gloria Perez and I live in sunny Southern California. This is the first year I'm on Team VPA. I have been vegan for 4.5 years. I made the switch after my son inspired me. Becoming vegan has been one of the best decisions I've made for my health and of course for the animals and for the planet we all share. I have 3 sons and 2 grandsons. I've been running for 8 years. I've ran many distances, but my favorite distance is the half marathon. I enjoy both road and trail running. I also enjoy backpacking, cycling, lifting weights, OCR and traveling. One of my goals for this year is to start racing duathalons. I'd also love to do R2R2R (Grand Canyon). I'm also currently learning to speak French. "