Former Mr Universe Barny du Plessis is among the elite athletes who have turned vegan. Photo: YouTube
Five elite athletes who thrive on a plant-based diet – in soccer, tennis, ice hockey, bodybuilding and mixed martial arts
The Boston Bruins’ 116kg defender Zdeno Chara doesn’t look like he’s plant-powered; nor does a former Mr Universe, or MMA fighter Nate Diaz, who defeated Conor McGregor
Former Mr Universe Barny du Plessis is among the elite athletes who have turned vegan. Photo: YouTube