Brian is returning for his 5th year with Team Vegan Powered Athlete and has been passionate about fitness for as long as he can remember. A lifelong runner and cyclist, he continues to stay active through local races, annual sprint triathlons, and helping others pursue their fitness goals as a certified SPIN instructor.
Brian adopted a vegan lifestyle in the summer of 2011 after watching The Last Heart Attack on CNN, featuring Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn. What started as curiosity quickly turned into a deep dive into plant-based nutrition, and he hasn't looked back since.
One of the most significant changes Brian experienced was the dramatic improvement in his lifelong asthma. Before going vegan, he routinely relied on an inhaler before runs to help manage his breathing. After eliminating dairy from his diet, his asthma symptoms nearly disappeared. Today, he runs without medication and hasn't owned an inhaler in years—a change that has had a profound impact on both his health and his enjoyment of the sport.
While he may not race as frequently as he did in his younger years, Brian still enjoys toeing the line at local events ranging from 5-mile races to marathons. He also participates in a local sprint triathlon each year, though he's content keeping his triathlon adventures at the sprint distance.
Now entering his fifth year with Team VPA, Brian values being part of a supportive community of like-minded athletes who share a passion for plant-based living, endurance sports, and proving what's possible when fueled by plants.
