From eatingwell.com
And his go-to high-protein meal as a vegan athlete
- In this interview, Lewis Hamilton shares the vegan, high-protein meals he loves.
- He embraces an alcohol-free lifestyle, founding Almave, a zero-proof tequila brand.
- Hamilton’s morning routine includes hydration, movement and taking a mental reset.
Lewis Hamilton is a seven-time Formula One World Drivers' Champion, making him best known for his impressive career as a racing driver. He also embraces a vegan diet and lifestyle, and in recent years has become an outspoken a plant-based advocate; investing in vegan food brands, creating an entirely vegan Tommy Hilfiger clothing line and consistently standing up for animal rights.
On top of these accolades, Hamilton is passionate about the world of non-alcoholic alternatives, as he embraces an alcohol-free lifestyle to help him perform his best on the race track. That’s why he founded Almave, a zero-proof tequila that’s now available at Target locations nationwide.
In this exclusive interview with EatingWell, learn more about Hamilton’s go-to meals, including his favourite protein-packed bowl and breakfast staples. Plus, the vegan athlete shares why he removed alcohol from his regular routine and his choice mocktails below.
As a vegan, what’s a favourite high-protein, plant-based meal of yours to help up your protein intake?
A go-to for me is a poke bowl with marinated tofu, quinoa and things like chickpeas or edamame.
Do you have a morning routine that you stick by, and if so, what does that look like?
I try to keep my mornings pretty consistent. I’ll wake up, hydrate, get some movement in and take a moment to reset mentally. Breakfast is usually simple, something with protein, like oats or a smoothie.
What initially drew you to the world of non-alcoholic spirits, and why did tequila feel like the right place to start?
I’ve always loved tequila, but more often than not my training schedule as an athlete means I’ve had to choose something different. There are some great non-alc options on the market, but I was never able to find a tequila that tasted as good as the real thing. So, I started exploring what an authentic agave-based, alcohol-free spirit could be.
How has your mindset around alcohol shifted as you’ve focused more on your health?
Being intentional about my health and performance made me more conscious of alcohol. But I still love the social side of things—Almave lets me enjoy the experience and the flavour, just without the alcohol.
What’s your go-to mocktail?
I love an Almave Blanco margarita for social occasions, and Almave Àmbar on a rock with a twist of lemon when I want to unwind.
What does “eating well” mean to you?
For me, it’s all about balance. It supports how I train, how I feel and how I show up day to day.
Editor’s Note: This interview has been edited for clarity and length.
https://www.eatingwell.com/lewis-hamilton-morning-routine-interview-11901714
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