Vegan Wins National Weightlifting Championships in Croatia

Ana Špac, a vegan athlete, recently won Croatia's National Weightlifting Championship in the 71 kg and under category, becoming the Senior National Champion. This victory comes after just three years of weightlifting and following a plant-based diet for a similar amount of time. Špac credits her rapid progression in the sport to her vegan diet, noting that she has above-normal energy levels and efficient recovery.

Špac's decision to adopt a vegan diet was driven by ethical reasons, as she felt repulsion towards consuming animal products and wanted to share the truth about the practices in animal agriculture. Despite initial skepticism about gaining mass on a plant-based diet, Špac has gained 40 pounds of weight over two years while following a plant-based diet. She hopes to inspire others to consider plant-based diets by serving as an example of thriving on such a diet in competitive sports.