Professional vegan athletes shared their favorite plant-based protein sources in an article on the Plant Based News website. US-based powerlifter Katya Gorbacheva relies on tofu, seitan, and vegan meat alternatives for her protein intake. Vegan strongman Patrik Baboumian favors beans, legumes, nuts, and seeds to fuel his massive muscles. Basketball star Diana Taurasi credits veganism with helping her recover faster and improve her performance on the court, consuming soy milk smoothies and dishes packed with tofu, broccoli, and rice.

Canadian Olympic figure skater Meagan Duhamel emphasizes the importance of her vegan diet in her athletic success. She enjoys homemade protein cookies and lentil pastas to support her performance. Olympic weightlifter Kendrick Farris praises the mental clarity and faster recovery he experiences from his vegan diet. He recommends hemp and bamboo shoots as great sources of protein and nutrients for strength training. Each athlete highlights the benefits of veganism for improving athletic performance.