Energetic Fitness Expert Says Chucking Animal Products
Was the Smartest Move He Ever Made
Charlestown, R.I. — PETA's Sexiest
Vegan Next Door 2014 contest is down to the wire, and
30-year-old Charlestown resident Ryan Bate
could take home the grand prize. That's because he has beaten out hundreds of
other entrants from across the U.S. to become one of 10 male contestants to
advance to the final round. Two lucky winners—one male and one female—will each
receive a free vacation for two to Maui, Hawaii, courtesy of HumaneTrip.com.
"Going vegan can help make you feel better on the
inside, look better on the outside, and save the lives of more than 100 animals
a year," says PETA Special Projects Manager Alicia Woempner. "On
average, vegans are fitter and trimmer than meat-eaters are, and that makes
them sexier, too."
Bate went vegan seven years ago after watching PETA's
hard-hitting video "Meet Your Meat" and says it's the most rewarding
decision he has ever made. His wife, Danielle, is also vegan, and the two are
expecting their first child in May. The Bates have three dogs and a cat, all of
whom were rescued and have been spayed or neutered.
Voting for the finalists to help PETA determine the winners
ends at noon EDT on May 2. PETA will select the winners based on several
factors, including vote count. See the full contest details here.
Winners will be notified and announced by May 6.
For more information and to cast your vote, please click
here.