Smashing Your Fitness Goals as a Plant-Based Athlete

“You get more out of your workout when you’re fueled by plants. That’s the whole point.”Today, I’m joined by two leading voices in plant-based fitness—Robert Cheeke, former champion bodybuilder, and Matt Frazier, ultrarunner and founder of No Meat Athlete - to explain why a plant-based diet may be the key to unlocking world class athletic performance. Together, they co-authored the New York Times bestseller The Plant-Based Athlete: A Game-Changing Approach to Peak Performance and in this episode, they share everything you need to know to fuel your body, build muscle, and smash your personal fitness goals - with plants.We discuss:The science behind faster recovery and greater endurance on a plant-based dietHow to meet your protein needs—without obsessing over powdersWhat elite athletes actually eat in a day (spoiler: there’s no one-size-fits-all)Why plant-based performance is no longer a secret weapon—it’s a competitive edgeWhether you’re a weekend warrior or a seasoned athlete, this conversation is packed with actionable advice to help you train smarter, recover faster, and thrive on plants.Get the book: The Plant-Based Athlete: A Game-Changing Approach to Peak PerformanceFollow Robert on Instagram: @robert.cheekeFollow Matt and the No Meat Athlete community: @nomeatathlete_officialLearn more: www.nomeatathlete.comOrder my new book: “What Your Doctor Isn’t Telling You About Food”Amazon UKWaterstones UK Easons IrelandBarnes & Noble US (release date July 14)US Australia and New ZealandUpdates and free guide "Build Your Healthy Plate" Join the mailing list Connect with Dr Alan Desmond  Instagram Threads Sponsored by Linwoods Healthfoods: Shop with 15% discount