Spartan Up! - A Spartan Race For The Mind!

Can eating only raw fruits and vegetables improve your performance, health and recovery in racing? This week Myriam and Jacky explain how eating raw vegan has enhanced every aspect of their life - from a decade adventure racing to now conquering the obstacle courses at Spartan. Where can you find protein and what is your body really craving? … maybe they are onto something drinking seawater each day! Lessons: • Eating raw may help reduce the chance of injury and inflammation  • A healthier diet can potentially alleviate allergies and asthma  • You have to push your body hard to know it well  • To change from a normal diet to a vegan diet should be done in steps  • Put more vegetable juice into your diet by drinking it before meals • Your body is craving minerals and vitamins  • Watermelons are great for the end of hikes  • Juicing the night before a race may help you feel lighter and ready to go  • Protein can be found in fruits, vegetables and juices  • Palm syrup and a little seawater may be great for you?!