Thrive – The Vegan Nutrition Guide to Optimal Performance in Sports and Life by Brendan Brazier

Thrive is a long-term eating plan that will help you develop a lean body, sharp mind, and everlasting energy, whether you’re a professional athlete or simply looking to boost your physical and mental health. One of the few professional athletes on an entirely plant-based diet, Brendan Brazier developed this easy-to-follow program to enhance his performance as an elite endurance athlete. Clearly describing the benefits of a plant-based diet, Thrive will help you:

- Lower body fat and increase muscle tone
- Diminish visible signs of aging
- Sleep better and more restfully
- Experience better moods
- Increase energy and mental clarity
- Build a stronger immune system
- Lower cholesterol
- Eliminate junk food cravings

Thrive also features a 12-week whole foods meal plan, with over 100 recipes that are free of wheat, gluten and soy. Included are exercise-specific recipes for pre-workout snacks, energy gels, sport drinks, and recovery foods. 309 pages. $14.95 per copy.