142 - Plant Based Power with Sports Nutritionist TJ Waterfall

If you move your body, this episode is for you. TJ Waterfall is a UK-based sports nutritionist who takes a practical approach to fueling with a plant-based diet. In this episode, we cover highlights from his book, “The Plant-Based Power Plan,” and dive into so much more in relation to diet and fitness. Questions about salt, protein, or antioxidants? TJ has the answers. Stay tuned through the end to hear TJ’s answers to our speed round questions. One of his responses will melt your heart. 

What we discuss in this episode:

 

- How to calculate your protein needs

 

- How exercise nurtures a healthy gut microbiome

 

- Troubleshooting overeating

 

- Understanding complete vs incomplete protein

 

- Nutrition timing

 

- The importance of salt and exercise 

 

- Sample meals to fuel

 

- TJ’s book The Plant-Based Power Plan

 

- Follow TJ on Instagram @tj_waterfall

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