The food you consume can have a significant impact on your sleep quality, training, and overall performance, not just during workouts but also throughout the day. Your dietary habits depend on your goals, whether you are striving for health, weight loss, or improved performance.

During college, I struggled with disordered eating due to a coach’s request to lose weight. My focus on body image intensified when I started training for triathlons. I believed that being thin would make me faster, but it actually limited my performance as a swimmer. Over time, I have tried many popular diets but found that a plant-based lifestyle works best for me. I prioritize consuming high-quality plant-based foods, but I also believe that incorporating grass-fed, natural meat can be beneficial for meat eaters.

When it comes to weight loss, I think that focusing on quality foods to improve your overall health is more important than any specific nutrition plan. I advocate for limiting processed foods and dairy products while consuming a variety of plants and mindful portions. Recently, I discovered that I am anemic, so I am now focused on plant-based foods to maximize iron absorption.

I used to plan my meals on Sundays, which makes cooking throughout the week easier. While I do not prepare a week’s worth of meals in one day, I planned ahead and google recipes that incorporate the foods I already have in my kitchen. Now that I am into a habit, I just plan what to eat each day and so far it’s working out great.

If you’re interested in plant-based clean eating, I invite you to join my facebook support group to get recipes and share your favorites.