#624: Can Athletes Eat for Performance and the Planet? – Peter Res

Can an athlete reduce the environmental impact of their diet while still meeting the demands of training, competition and recovery? Peter Res argues that these aims can be compatible, provided dietary changes are planned around the athlete's needs.

The discussion looks at practical changes athletes can make to make their diets more environmentally sustainable. This includes tips on increasing the contribution of plant proteins, maintaining adequate energy intake, and making plant-rich eating practical within sporting environments.

Timestamps

• [04:21] Peter Res' background

• [05:22] Defining sustainability metrics

• [08:17] Biggest diet change to make it more environmentally sustainable

• [09:23] Is local and organic actually better?

• [13:44] Athlete fears about protein

• [18:07] Barriers for athletes

• [19:37] Fueling high calorie needs

• [21:26] Micronutrients

• [24:02] Performance effects

• [26:32] Athletes as role models

• [30:17] Easy first steps

• [34:21] Premium-only: key ideas segment

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