Health & Nutrition

Gluten-free Chocolate Pumpkin Protein Scones with Coconut Frosting

November 13 2015

Ever have one of those days where you’re in a baking mood and feeling adventurous with ...

My Mom and Hero: Nora Shorkey on Hunting Season

November 01 2015

Today I’m both honoured and inspired to share a few words that my biggest hero wrote e...

Almost Raw Carrot Cake Protein Balls

October 16 2015

Well, there’s definitely no disputing that summer has finally passed (especially here i...

The Lowly Vegetarian: Hobbling Your Best Foot Forward

October 12 2015

By Sarah Shorkey (Sam’s little big sis) 🙂 We’ve all had our fair share of injuries tha...

Mom's Famous Canadian Maple Baked Beans - Original Recipe AND My Healthier Prep Version

October 05 2015

Ever since I can remember, one of my all-time favourite, homecooked dishes has always b...

High Protein, Low Carb AND Low Fat Vegan Chocolate Smores Cookies

August 27 2015

RANDOM SAM SHORKEY FACT OF THE DAY: Did you know that I used to work on a cruise ship...

Not Soy Free but Soy Good: Crustless Vegan Quiche with Tempeh Bacon

August 14 2015

Like many fitness freaks, I too, follow many bikini pros & bodybuilders on social m...

The Mom Workout

August 10 2015

It’s about damn time The Lowly Vegetarian aka my little, big sister Sarah contributes ...

Sweet Seitan Bread for Vegan Bodybuilders and Low Carb Dieters

July 13 2015

Well kids, I’m pleased to report that I’ve recently trumped my original “sweet seitan” ...

The Difference Between Hemp Seeds and Hemp Protein Powder

July 09 2015

Alright guys, the time has come for me to discuss an issue that has been confusing heal...

Vegan Zoats (Zucchini Oatmeal) for Vegan Bodybuilders

June 29 2015

I don’t know what rock I’ve been living under these past few months but apparently I’ve...

The Best Thing You Can Do for a Healthy Mind and Fit Body

May 20 2015

I’ve been meaning to write this post for a long time. I’ve been wanting to write it bec...

Meat Eater to Vegan: How my Client Beat 435,000 Others & Won BodyBuilding.com’s Transformation Challenge

May 11 2015

Boy oh boy, do I have a story for you! It all began one year ago. I was getting ready t...

Shorkey's Special Bikini Competition Prep Sauce

May 04 2015

There is only so much hot sauce and mustard a fitness competitor can consume before our...

The Lowly Vegetarian on BBQ Season

May 02 2015

Well kids, today I’m pretty stoked to share the first of a new “Jacked on the Beanstalk...

Vanilla Blueberry Vegan Cheesecake Bites

April 28 2015

Okay guys, prepare to be blown away by yet another delicious competition diet vegan tr...

Vegan Competition Diet-Approved Asian Lettuce Wraps

April 09 2015

I don’t post non-dessert recipes often. But when I do, it’s of course because I’m dieti...

Another Fant-ASS-tic Workout with Vegan Trainer Victor Rivera

March 31 2015

One of the coolest things about being a vegan trainer and having my own vegan fitness b...