Don’t Kick Sand in This PETA Caseworker’s Face

Published by PETA.

Animal abusers, be warned: You do not want to mess with PETA cruelty caseworker Kristin DeJournett. Not only is she relentless in pursuing justice against people who hurt and kill animals, she’s also a second-degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do.

 

Kristin DeJournett

 

After a rigorous series of tryouts that tested competitors’ stamina, technique, and expertise, Kristin was recently chosen from among thousands of black belts across the country to participate in a prestigious international Tae Kwon Do tournament in England.

To prepare for the competition, Kristin and her teammates met twice weekly for grueling practice sessions that lasted up to four hours. Kristin also trained daily for at least an hour with jogging, sprinting, and calisthenics—all fueled by a vegan diet, of course.

“I was able to build lean muscle and shed fat by eating lots of vegetable protein (tofu, beans, and faux meat), whole grains, and a ton of leafy green vegetables and fruits,” says Kristin. “I’ve noticed that a vegan diet helps me feel quicker and lighter on my feet.”

Kristin reports that Team USA cleaned up—all the teams earned gold medals in their age groups—and Kristin captured the bronze in an individual event!

 

Kristin DeJournett

 

Are you a vegan athlete? Post a comment below to tell us how you fuel your workouts.

Written by Alisa Mullins

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