Cheeke cites his positive childhood experiences growing up on a farm and interacting with the animals as the inspiration for his
veganism. At age 15, Cheeke made the transition to veganism and began organizing
animal rights events at
Corvallis High School including the initiation of recycling programs and providing vegan meals with
Food Not Bombs. Cheeck was voted one of
VegNews magazine's "15 most influential vegan athletes". Cheeke has been featured in news articles including a feature in the
Willamette Week and magazines like
Organic Lifestyle Magazine. In 2021, Cheeke co-wrote
The Plant-Based Athlete with Matt Frazier which became a
New York Times bestseller in July that year. ==See also==