What do pro athletes eat? Are vegan diets good for athletes? In this episode, former NHL hockey player TJ Galiardi provides a window into what he and his teammates ate before and after games, when and why he became vegan and the changes that resulted. Even if you’re not a professional athlete, you’ll get some tips on what to eat to achieve optimal results when exercising or engaging in sports.

In this episode you’ll hear:
1:50 – TJ’s story on becoming a vegan while playing professional hockey in the NHL
6:00 – Plant-based & vegan in the NHL today
7:30 – When and what TJ and his teammates ate before a game or practice
11:20 – TJ’s current favorite recreational sport and what he eats
14:00 – Best ways to hydrate for exercise and sports
15:50 – Recovery foods postgame or after training
19:00 – TJ’s opinion on the need for supplements for vegan athletes
20:20 – Can a teen be vegan and excel at sports

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