Elevated Eats is the performance meal prep service trusted by professional athletes across the NFL, NBA, NHL, and beyond. This is the story of how we helped Tennessee Titans offensive lineman Lloyd Cushenberry return from a torn Achilles — stronger, leaner, and better fueled.

The Challenge: Coming Back From a Torn Achilles

When Lloyd Cushenberry came to Elevated Eats, he was recovering from one of the most demanding injuries in professional football. His goals were specific:

• Build lean muscle while reducing body fat

• Accelerate soft-tissue recovery

• Boost natural energy for training and game days

• Build sustainable, high-performance nutrition habits

For a 300+ pound NFL offensive lineman, every meal has to do a specific job: repair tissue overnight, fuel explosive effort in the weight room, and still taste good enough that an elite athlete eats it consistently.

The Solution: Lab-Driven, Custom Performance Nutrition

Elevated Eats doesn't use a one-size-fits-all menu. Every plan is built around the athlete's individual body, schedule, and performance demands. For Lloyd, that meant:

• Strategic macronutrient timing aligned with his training blocks

• Anti-inflammatory ingredients chosen to support Achilles recovery

• Sleep-optimizing foods to accelerate the overnight repair cycle

• Flavor-forward recipes so nutrition never felt like a sacrifice

Our culinary team built meals Lloyd would actually look forward to — from Paleo Bison Lasagna to Keto Cookie Dough Recovery Protein Ice Cream. Even the desserts are engineered with purpose.

The Results: 7% Body Fat Dropped. Deeper Sleep.

After just over two months with Elevated Eats, Lloyd's results were measurable and significant:

• 📉 7% reduction in body fat

• 😴 More deep sleep and REM sleep on his sleep tracker, especially after the Sleepy Time ice cream

• ⚡ Noticeably improved daily energy and recovery rate

• 💪 No more bloated, stuffed feeling after meals

"Food's been great. It was really surprising to me at first. I couldn't believe the stuff was actually healthy and it helped my body, because it was so good. I don't feel bloated after I eat. I feel great after every meal. I feel like it's really just helped my recovery process day to day."

— Lloyd Cushenberry, Offensive Lineman, Tennessee Titans

Lloyd's All-Time Elevated Eats Favorites

• 🥩 Paleo Bison Lasagna — high-protein, anti-inflammatory, deeply satisfying

• 🍩 Recovery Donuts — collagen-rich, post-workout muscle repair in dessert form

• 🍧 Berrytime Recovery Sorbet — antioxidant-loaded, hydrating, naturally sweet

• 🍦 Keto Cookie Dough Recovery Protein Ice Cream — slow-digesting fuel supporting overnight muscle synthesis

Why Performance Nutrition Matters for Injury Recovery

Soft-tissue injuries like Achilles tears require specific nutritional support most meal prep services don't provide. Key nutrients Elevated Eats strategically incorporates include:

• Collagen peptides — primary structural protein in tendons and ligaments

• Vitamin C — essential cofactor for collagen synthesis

• Omega-3 fatty acids — systemic anti-inflammatory effect

• Magnesium and zinc — sleep quality and overnight tissue repair

• Adequate total protein — prevents muscle wasting during reduced training loads

Over 800 Recipes. One Goal: Elevate Your Performance.

Lloyd's story is one of hundreds. Elevated Eats has built a library of over 800 performance-optimized recipes designed to address the specific nutritional demands of professional athletes — recovery, energy, sleep quality, body composition, and long-term health. Every recipe is crafted with intention. Every ingredient has a purpose.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Elevated Eats?

Elevated Eats is a performance meal prep company that delivers custom, chef-prepared meals to professional and elite athletes. Every meal plan is built around the athlete's specific goals, sport, and health data.

Does Elevated Eats work for injured athletes?

Yes. Our nutrition plans are specifically designed to support recovery from injuries, including soft-tissue injuries like Achilles tears. We incorporate anti-inflammatory ingredients, collagen-supporting nutrients, and sleep-optimizing foods that accelerate the healing process.

How quickly can athletes see results with Elevated Eats?

Lloyd Cushenberry saw measurable results — a 7% drop on his DEXA scan and more deep sleep, in just over two months. Most clients notice improvements in energy, recovery, and body composition within the first 30 days.

Do Elevated Eats meals actually taste good?

That's non-negotiable. Performance food only works if athletes eat it consistently. Our culinary team crafts every recipe to be craveable — from bison lasagna to sleepy time ice cream.

As Lloyd put it: "I couldn't believe this stuff was actually healthy!"

Ready to elevate your nutrition? Whether you're recovering from an injury, preparing for a season, or building a sustainable performance edge — Elevated Eats is built for athletes who demand more from their food. Apply to work with us today.