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Raw Vegan Fitness with Dr. Graham

Dr. Douglas Graham teaching raw vegan fitness class

As a proven fitness leader, Dr. Graham applies consistency and creativity to his workouts. There are several components to succeeding as a raw vegan. Fitness is primary. You simply must be fit enough to drive the calorie demand to consume the volume of food that will leave you both satisfied and well nourished. Here are a few of Dr. Graham's favorite exercises. Incorporate one or more into your fitness routine and let us know how it goes.
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The 32 Elements of Health:
Vigorous Activity

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Vigorous physical activity is a joyous celebration of movement. It can be a form of art, a means of release, a source of fun, or an inner exploration. To be active is a privilege, and it is high time that we experience regular activity in our lives. Children aren’t the only ones to thrive when they move about a lot; we do too. Without exercise, we grow tired and our attitude becomes stale. Moving is a source of pleasure, and the temporary “high” we obtain from it is a natural and constructive means of enhancing our mood. Read more of this 32 Elements of Health article on vigorous activity...

The 32 Elements of Health:
Inspiration, Motivation, Purpose, and Commitment

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diagram: Knowledge x Perceived Need = Motivation

The word inspiration comes from the Latin word inspirare, which means “to breathe into” or “to breathe upon.” In ancient Roman times, to inspire came to mean “to breathe deeply,” but it also took on the meaning “to instill [something] into the heart or the mind of someone.” Inspiration was considered the breath of God, and it was perceived as flowing into people, instilling them with new reasons to live. Inspire yourself and read more of this 32 Elements of Health article...

80/10/10 Athlete Freelee

Low Fat Raw Vegan Athlete Freelee with Jakfruit
“I tried a high-fat raw vegan lifestyle but just felt so sluggish and depressed. I wasn’t obtaining enough carbohydrates to meet my energy requirements, so I began to binge on sweet foods. Yes I felt better than when I was on a standard diet but still not great, and it wasn’t sustainable. When I switched to high fruit, the heavens opened! I felt like a new person; I knew I had found the answer!” Read more of this article on fitness...

Interview with Dr. Graham

Doug This interview was originally featured on the raw natural hygiene community forum, moderated by 811 Allstar Grant Campbell. Learn more about Dr. Graham, as a person, and health enthusiast in this personal interview. Read more of this article on fitness...

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Richard Gambino

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"I'm lighter and leaner, which helps me run faster and longer. I have better endurance. I recover from workouts much quicker. Pains I used to have such as plantar fasciitis, and stiffness healed. My weekly mileage is getting higher and higher, and I am totally psyched about setting new PRs this year!"

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Grant Campbell

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Grant Campbell, aka Raw Aussie Athlete, is an experienced ultramarathon trail runner who continues to rise to new levels of athletic performance since embracing a 100% 80/10/10 raw vegan (811rv) lifestyle more than four years ago.

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Pam Boteler

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Pam is truly an extraordinary woman. She is a national champion canoeist, motivational speaker, and so much more. We are proud to feature her as an 80/10/10 Allstar, and invite you to get to know one of our favorite people.

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Harley Johnstone

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Harley Johnstone spent his first 24 years battling up-and-down energy levels and a host of maladies including chronic fatigue, asthma, Crohn's disease, hypoglycemia, mild arthritis, sleep disorders, depression, drug addiction, alcohol abuse, anorexia, acne, and more. These challenges led him to explore veganism and eventually raw veganism in 2005. Read more of this article on fitness...

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Kathleen Leonard

Dr. Graham interviews another amazing 80/10/10 athlete. Kathleen is a runner, cyclist, triathlete, endurance athlete, and a full-time mother of three. Learn about her training techniques, journey to 80/10/10 and what she's gained from her transition. Read more of this article on fitness...

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Michael Arnstein

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Dr. Graham interviews runner and 811 activist Michael Arnstein. Michael answers twenty questions about how he trains, what he eats, his transition process and much more! Read more about this featured 811 Allstar ... Read more of this article on fitness...

The Body Beautiful: Part I of II

How did we let our forms deteriorate from the god or goddess that our parents saw in us as children, and what can we do about it now? Most of us know the answer to the first part of the question, and it is unique to each individual. It is the second part that really needs answering, and is the focus of this article. Read more of this article on fitness...

The Body Beautiful: Part II of II

Basic maintenance of the human frame is relatively simple. Health needs must be met, of course. But keeping your body beautiful has never been easier. Read more of this article on fitness...

Cool Running

When a piece of machinery is running efficiently and is properly cared for, we do not expect it to overheat. Something must go very wrong before overheating becomes a problem. The human body works in much the same fashion: properly cared for, our temperature never reaches the danger zone we call "fevered." Read more of this article on fitness...

Nutrition and Athletic Recovery - Part II of II

The continuation of Dr. Graham's article delineating the most important factors involved in athletic recovery. Read more of this article on fitness...

Nutrition and Athletic Recovery - Part I of II

Are you overtraining or underrecovering? The answer to this question may be easier than you think. If you would like to get more from your fitness, and be active for a lifetime, this article is for you. Read more of this article on fitness...

Do You Find This Stimulating?

Now you can understand the role of stimulants as they relate to sports performance and your overall health. Learn why the use of stimulants must be considered an aging factor and how they increase your risk of injury. Learn which foods function as stimulants, and how they affect you. Want to be able to tell if something in your diet is a stimulant? Read this article and you will know for sure. Read more of this article on fitness...

Fitness: Simple Answers to Common Questions

If you have questions about fitness, you want to read this article. In a simple "yes and no" format, Dr. Graham answers the 101 most common questions about fitness. Read more of this article on fitness...

Getting Optimal Results

Pay no attention to your fitness and it will go away. Add in that which is missing from your program and your fitness will improve dramatically. By paying more attention to the weakest link in any aspect of your health regimen, including your physical fitness, you stand to access the greatest possible return on investment. Read more of this article on fitness...

Celery: More Than Worth Its Salt

celery Mention celery in any group of people and you will usually get very polarized responses. In general, most folks don't have very strong feelings about carrots, lettuce, cucumbers, or other vegetables, but when it comes to celery, it seems they either love it or they just plain hate it. And their reasons are as varied as are the characteristics of this many-splendored veggie. Read more of this article on fitness...

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