You don't have to be 'pale' and 'weak' on a vegan diet at all.  Some of the world's best weightlifters are vegan:

http://www.mensjournal.com/health-fitness/articles/why-americas-best-olympic-weightlifter-is-vegan-w434203

and if you think vegan food is bland and tasteless (or expensive for that matter) then try this recipe- it's AWESOME!

http://gimmedelicious.com/2016/01/31/baked-buffalo-cauliflower-wings/