Vegetarian AthletesVegetarian Athletes understand the Basics of Good Nutrition for athletic success. Get All the Details from our Vegetarian Food List on how to eat a balanced diet for peak performance.
The American Dietetic Association says: ”Vegetarian diets can easily meet the nutritional requirements of all types of athletes provided they contain a variety of plant foods." Carl Lewis, one of only four Olympic athletes to win nine gold medals and one of onlly three to win the same individual event four times, said: "I’ve found that a person does not need protein from meat to be a successful athlete. In fact, my best year of track competition was the first year I ate a vegan diet." Brendan Brazier a professional Ironman triathlete, the 2003 and 2006 Canadian 50km Ultra Marathon Champion and bestselling author, said: "If implemented properly, a vegan diet can reduce recovery time, provide more energy and reduce post-workout stiffness." Famous Athletes on a Vegetarian DietHave No Doubt! These athletes prove that strength, power, endurance and good health can be yours on a vegetarian diet.
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