As a yoga instructor and amateur weightlifter, Isolde Wynn knew the importance of protein. But when she made the decision to go fully plant-based, she worried about muscle recovery.
“I was tired of people assuming vegans can’t be strong,” she says. “I wanted to prove them wrong.” Bloom Nutrition Superfood Greens Powder, Digestive Enzymes with Probiotics and Prebiotics, Gut Health
The transition wasn’t easy at first. Isolde found herself sore for longer, often fatigued after workouts. “I knew I was missing something in my recovery process,” she says.
So she took a hard look at her diet—not just calories, but quality protein sources. Instead of relying on processed vegan meat alternatives, she began building her meals around foods that were both clean and protein-rich.
Her mornings started with chia seed puddings mixed with nut butters. Lunches featured lentil salads with tahini dressing or quinoa bowls with tofu. Dinners included hearty stews with beans, spinach, and mushrooms.
But it wasn’t just about food. “I had to eat enough—more than I thought,” Isolde explains. “Muscle repair needs consistent fuel.”
Within weeks, the changes were obvious. Less soreness. Better strength gains. “And I didn’t feel like I was sacrificing my ethics or energy,” she adds.
Now, she coaches others on how to fuel plant-based performance without obsessing over grams or powders. “Strong and plant-based isn’t a contradiction,” she smiles. “It’s a formula that works.”
