Compassion Over Killing Staff Member Picks: Favorite Workouts & Post-Workout Meals

Protein, responsible for building muscle, is the core of an athlete’s diet. And every vegan – athlete or not – has gotten the question “Where do you get your protein?” Fortunately, there’s an abundance of plant-based proteins, such as oats, chia seeds, and quinoa, that can help build lean muscle and without the risks of animal products.

The post-workout meal is especially important for muscle recovery. Healthful vegan choices such as sprouted seeds and nuts, quinoa, and dark leafy greens offer the sufficient amount of carbohydrates, protein, calcium, and other nutrients needed by an athlete. Here, Compassion Over Killing staff members share some examples of their favorite foods to fuel their active lifestyles:

Erica Meier, Executive Director

• Workout: Boot camp
• Post-Workout Meal: Protein smoothie with greens and fruit and/or an Animal Rescue Bar

Cheryl Leahy, General Counsel	Jaya Bhumitra, Campaigns Director
Workout: Trampoline Park Post-Workout Meal: Vega smoothie	Workout: Running – especially on hills and sand Post-Workout Meal: Baked sweet potato topped with black beans, tomatoes, kale, green peppers, and corn

Lisa Winebarger, Counsel	Sean Conner, Director of Operations
Workout: Pilates classes and hiking with dogs Post-Workout Meal: Vega or plant fusion shake after both	Workout: Short-distance (5-10 mile) runs and weight training Post-Workout Meal(s): Runs; veggies and grains. Weightlifting; a thoroughly loved smoothie with kale, blueberry, pineapple, pea protein, flax, and banana

Elena Johnson, Special Projects Manager	Nicole Furlan, Web Developer
Workout: HotVinyasa yoga classes (flow yoga) Post-Workout Meal: Big salad or sliced strawberries with organic soy yogurt	Workout: Running and walking the dogs Post-Workout Meal: Vanilla Vega protein powder with coconut almond milk

Charlee Boone, Office Manager	Ceci Ochoa, Outreach Coordinator
Workout: Yoga and running (she’s training for a half marathon!) Post-Workout Meal: A fruit/vegetable juice before eating another meal	Workout: Running Post-Workout Meal: Bananas and almond butter

Other than these delicious suggestions from our staff, there are plenty of recipes for you to try at TryVeg.com. Want to see more vegan athletes in action? Visit our friends’ blogs at NoMeatAthlete.com and StrongestHearts.org.