Mirsad is one of a large and growing number of extreme-distance athletes competing internationally on a vegan diet. His talent for running has been evident since his youth. In 1989 aged 15 he won a national championship in cross-country running. . #veganathlete #veganathletes

Factory farming is significantly responsible for deforestation, greenhouse gas emissions, pollution, and water shortages. -Livestock and their byproducts are accountable. . #vegan #veganism #veganfood #veganrecipes #veganlife #vegansofig

Lawrence has risen through the ranks to become a world-recognized force in Professional boxing. Eating vegan doesn’t seem to present a problem to Lawrence. . #lawrenceokolie #vegan #veganathlete #veganboxer #veganathletics

Cardio can be the “icing on the cake” for a bodybuilder who is looking to lose any excess fat. Low-intensity steady-state cardio tends to be the preferred method of cardio for bodybuilding as it allows the athlete to recover from weight workouts. . #cardio #cardiotraining

Hollie is an incredibly strong powerlifter who has achieved some amazing lifts. Competing in the ~48kg category, she has squatted 105kg and benched 60kg. Her deadlift is over three times her body weight at 155kg. . #vegan #goals #strong #health #fitness #veganathlete #sport

David has become a high-profile athlete in track and field, competing internationally. He has competed over several distances with most success over 400 meters individually and in a 4 x 400 meters relay. In the 2016 Rio Olympics, he helped the US team to the Gold medal. . #vegan

Cardio can be the “icing on the cake” for a bodybuilder who is looking to lose any excess fat. There’s no reason why a vegan bodybuilder can’t excel on stage. . #veganbodybuilding #veganathlete #veganmuscle #veganism #veganlife

Micky Papa is a Canadian skateboarder, known for his successes in street discipline. Turning Vegan Papa went vegan gradually around 2017, and it doesn’t sound as if it gave him any difficulties. He credits his Italian roots and his Nonna’s garden for playing a part. . #mickypapa

Getting enough healthy carbs on a vegan bodybuilder diet is fairly easy, as almost every single carb source is plant-based! Good vegan carb sources include: - Oatmeal - Sweet potatoes - Brown or white rice - Fruit (High glycemic fruits for post-workout) . #bodybuilding #fitness

Hege Jenssen is a pro-level kettlebell competitor who has competed in her native Norway as well as in international competitions. She’s done particularly well in Snatch, and on her debut in the professional class took 5th at the World Championships. . #breakthroughvegan

Vegans tend to have lower rates of cancer than meat-eaters and vegetarians. For example, vegan women had 34% lower rates of female-specific cancers like breast, cervical, and ovarian cancer. Similar results were found in men for prostate cancer. . #breakthroughvegan #nutrition

Carbohydrates are responsible for performance whilst protein is needed for muscle growth. Both can be important around the workout, so timing might be useful to maximize results. . #breakthroughvegan #nutrition #fitness #sportssupplements #recipes #vegan #plantbased #veganfood

Because of the high volume of resources needed to rear livestock for meat and dairy, an individual vegan diet helps to preserve more than 1.5 million liters of water, 1,000 square meters of forest, and 3,300kg of CO2 every year. . #breakthroughvegan #nutrition #fitness

Making his mark on cricket in his home nation of Australia and abroad, Kane has become a hot property. He's sought after in the exciting short forms of the game and has become a household name. . #breakthroughvegan #nutrition #fitness #sportssupplements #recipes #vegan

It depends on the types of vegan foods you eat. Foods like beer, pizza crust, and even sugar are vegan and won't help you lose weight. Being vegan doesn't necessarily mean it's ideal for a cutting workout and diet plan. . #breakthroughvegan #nutrition #fitness #sportssupplements

Nimai grew up in Mississippi raised by Argentinian-immigrant Hare Krishna parents. He has been vegetarian since birth, initially for religious reasons, and has never eaten meat. . #breakthroughvegan #nutrition #fitness #sportssupplements #recipes #vegan #plantbased #veganfood

For protein, a bodybuilder trying to gain muscle should eat a minimum of 1.8 grams per kilogram of body weight, but up to 2.0-2.2 grams is likely ideal. And if you're on a vegan diet for weight loss. . #breakthroughvegan #nutrition #fitness #sportssupplements #recipes

Adam is a veteran cyclist who has traveled the world to participate in the top cycling events “As a plant-based eater I have won stages in the Giro d’Italia, Vuelta Espano, been the Australian. . #breakthroughvegan #nutrition #fitness #sportssupplements #recipes #vegan

Dark leafy greens, cruciferous vegetables, and citrus fruits are all excellent sources of essential vitamins and minerals. In addition, consider taking a vegan multivitamin supplement to ensure. . #breakthroughvegan #nutrition #fitness #sportssupplements #recipes #vegan

Cleanthony is a professional basketball player who has played in the NBA and Hungarian league. In 2017 Cleanthony turned vegan after eight months as a pescatarian.“I feel much better. . #breakthroughvegan #nutrition #fitness #sportssupplements