Vegan ultrarunner masters the mountains to win

Alberto Pelaez Serrano, a vegan ultrarunner from Spain, won the Los 10,000 del Soplao race for the second year in a row, adding to his long list of ultramarathon victories. The challenging 46-mile race through the Cantabria mountains includes over 3,600 meters of height gain and is known for testing the endurance of even the fittest runners. Alberto credits his vegan diet for helping him push through tough times during the race, believing that his suffering pales in comparison to the animals in farms and slaughterhouses.

His commitment to veganism has inspired him to carry an "I Don't Eat Animals" message on his shirt during races, aiming to raise awareness about the treatment of animals in various industries. Alberto's success in ultrarunning showcases the power of a plant-based diet in fueling extraordinary athletic feats. He has also written a book called "No Como Animales" (I Don't Eat Animals) chronicling his journey to becoming an elite vegan athlete.