If you’re like most of us this morning, you’ve got your running/walking shoes on, you’re on your way to the gym, and you’re feeling GREAT about getting to your ‘workout’ today!!!  Are you with me?

No!?  Infortunately, I’m the ‘extraordinary’ exception and not the rule. 

“If you want average results, do what average people do.  But if you want extraordinary results…”

I eat a raw food diet and I WANT to workout, I FEEL GREAT!  I have ENERGY to burn!  Want to learn how to get most from your workout – spending less time in the gym and getting healthier and fitter more efficiently?  Check out the fitness section of my website……….

http://www.sensationalrawfooddiet.com/exercise.html

The raw food diet is your ticket – not only will you FEEL more ENERGY but you’ll maximize the benefits of whatever exercise program you embark on.  It’s all in the FUEL we put in our bodies, and the QUALITY of that fuel. 

Athletes are always concerned about Protein, and getting enough of it.  Plant based sources of protein are easier for the body to assimilate and less taxing on the liver and kidneys.  Eating high amounts of animal protein is not only taxing to the organs, but is associated with high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and cardiovascular disease.  Why protein isolate – an animal food that is highly processed – is highly acid-forming, as is cooked animal foods.  Eating too many acid-forming foods promote inflammation, reduce immune function, and cause calcium to be pulled from the bones resulting in lower bone density.

Plant based proteins are present in all fresh fruits and vegetables.   30% of the calories in spinach come from protein, almost 50% from romaine lettuce.  The best sources of protein are leafy greens, liquid blue-green algae’s, nuts and seeds, sea vegetables and sprouted foods.  A description of some of these protein sources along with additional plant-based food supplements can be found on my website:  www.sensationalrawfooddiet 

Athletes who experiment with plant-based diets consistently report a substantial increase in energy and a dramatic decrease in recovery time.  The advantage of a decreased recovery time is that you can increase the number of your workouts if you choose.  You’ll see quicker and better results!

 I hope you found this information helpful.  There are more diet and fitness tips, suggestions, articles and information on my website along with some excellent recipes I share in my Recipe Membership Program that will maximize your workouts! 

Eating a raw food diet is far from boring, and you’ll see the benefits as your body becomes fitter, stronger, more flexible, and agile; your workouts more effective.  More bodybuilders, dancers, runners, triathletes, and professional athletes are discovering the advantage of the raw food diet.   Join us.  You don’t have to be an Athlete to reap the benefits!

Bon A Petite’

However, diet alone will not make you ‘healthy’! True HEALTH is achieved through diet AND exercise!

Increase your strength, balance, flexibility, and energy through a varied exercise program. Your body will respond by giving what you ask for: flexibility, strength and endurance. From stretching, weight lifting, rebounding, yoga, to breath work and meditation, these exercises will enhance your health and build a strong foundation. Experience a total transformation with the help and guidance of someone experienced and trained in the Raw Food Diet. I’ve been teaching raw food preparation for several years and have been enjoying the raw food lifestyle for over eight years now! See my MENTOR PROGRAM for further information on how I can help you reach your goals!

Use an Exercise Log Book to track your progress!

Bon A Petite

Beth Wilke, Raw Food Chef & Teacher