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The Athlete’s Edge: Why Your Workouts Fail Without Whole-Food Nutrition

In the world of elite performance, there is a hard truth that every professional eventually learns: You cannot out-train a poor diet. Olympic journeys and world championships live and die by what an athlete can get out of their training, but you can only get out what you have put in. For competitive athletes, being "choosey" isn't a luxury—it’s a requirement. They follow strict regimens designed to maximize micronutrients and eliminate "junk" fillers.

When you are "turning and burning" through calories, your internal engine requires more than just energy; it requires structural support. This is why the Juice Plus+ Fruit, Vegetable, Berry, and Omega Blends have become a staple in the gym bags of world-class competitors. By providing concentrated nutrition from over 30 different fruits, vegetables, and berries, Juice Plus+ bridges the nutritional gap that opens up when your biological needs outpace your ability to eat.

Fueling What’s Possible: Elite Athletes and Juice Plus+

From the Olympic track to the frozen slopes and the grueling pavement of an IRONMAN® course, elite athletes use Juice Plus+ to fuel their potential. Here is how some of the world's best incorporate these blends into their pursuit of greatness.

The Decathlete: Solomon Simmons

For U.S. Track and Field star Solomon Simmons, who recently competed at the Olympic Trials in Eugene, Oregon, nutrition is the bedrock of his ten-event discipline. Introduced to the product by his wife, Lindsey, Solomon views the micronutrients in the Fruit, Vegetable, Berry, and Omega Blends as the support his body needs to "jump farther and run faster." To Solomon, Juice Plus+ isn't a magic pill; it’s the essential internal fuel that allows his body to do what it was made to do.

The Skier: Winter Vinecki

Winter Vinecki, a member of the U.S. Ski Team and a world-class aerial skier, has been taking Juice Plus+ since she was a child. Whether she was becoming the youngest person to run a marathon on all seven continents at age 14 or winning World Cup gold in Moscow, Winter relied on Juice Plus+ when access to fresh, safe produce was limited during international travel. Currently studying nutrition, Winter knows that consistent plant-based support is what keeps her competitive on the world stage.

The IRONMAN®: Jason Fowler

After a motocross accident left him paralyzed from the chest down, Jason Fowler turned his competitive spirit toward wheelchair racing. A two-time IRONMAN® World Championship winner, Jason has completed over 150 road races. For nine straight years, Juice Plus+ has been his one constant. "If I don’t take my Juice Plus+, I definitely feel a difference," he says, proving that even the most extreme endurance challenges require a foundation of whole-food nutrition.

The Powerhouse: Brittany Hochevar

For professional volleyball player and Olympic commentator Brittany Hochevar, the sheer volume of food required to sustain 20-hour training weeks was exhausting. She found that by flooding her system with whole-food concentrates, she experienced more strength and power. Now a mother with "super-human mom strength," Brittany continues to use plant-powered nutrition to re-learn her skin and stay fueled for the next chapter of her life.

The Distance Swimmer: Zane Grothe

American record-holder Zane Grothe grew up with Juice Plus+. His mother, recognizing his potential at age 10, integrated it into his daily habit to ensure his physical and mental performance stayed sharp. Today, at 29, Zane considers it a "racing essential," even having his sister overnight capsules to him when he ran low during a 2018 competition.

The Legend: Shannon Miller

Shannon Miller, once the most decorated gymnast in American history with seven Olympic medals, used Juice Plus+ throughout her legendary career and continues to use it today as a cancer survivor and advocate. For Shannon, health isn't just about the gold medal; it’s about having the resilience to "get back up" when life throws a curveball.

The Formula for Longevity: More Than Just Protein

What makes these blends the choice of champions? It is a nutrient-dense formula that goes beyond simple macronutrients:

• Vegan Proteins & Prebiotic Fibers: Found in the Complete shakes, these support metabolic stability and digestive health, ensuring your gut is never the bottleneck to your performance.
• The Antioxidant Shield: Concentrated polyphenols from 30+ plants help neutralize the oxidative stress caused by intense physical exertion.
• NSF Certified Purity: Athletes can trust that what’s on the label is in the capsule, free from contaminants or banned substances.

Everyday Superheroes: It’s Your Turn

You don’t need a gold medal around your neck to benefit from the power of plants. Whether you are training for your first 5K, hitting the slopes on the weekend, or just trying to survive the "modern-day grind," the Juice Plus+ blends provide the nutritional boost you need.

Bridge your gap. Fuel your performance. Live whole.