A world-record vegan athlete shares her high-protein green smoothie for better energy and recovery

Sun, 06/30/2024 - 05:57

a composite image showing a green smoothie next to a picture of a Team Canada athlete completing a kettlebell exercise at competition. — Vegan athlete Jennifer Hintenberger is a world record holder in kettlebell sport. She starts every day with a nutrient-rich green smoothie.
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Kettlebell sport champ Jennifer Hintenberger shared the smoothie recipe she uses to start the day.
Ingredients like spinach, cherries, ginger, and turmeric can help speed recovery and prevent illness.
Hintenberger has been vegan for over a decade and said it helped her manage serious health issues.

An elite athlete said she starts every day with a smoothie full of greens, fruit, and other anti-inflammatory plants to help her feel and perform her best.