Posts Tagged ‘ultra-marathon’
Michael Arnstein, The Fruitarian. Produced for a national broadcast TV show in the Netherlands
Posted: 13th May 2011 by Michael in InterviewsTags: 80/10/10, 811, athletic performance, Dr. Graham, fruit based diet, fruitarianism, low fat raw vegan, michael arnstein, perfect health, running, ultra-marathon
ShareThis clip was originally produced for a national broadcast TV program in the Netherlands.
In the clip I introduce my general experience and thoughts about eating a fruit based diet which I call fruitarianism.
I share my experiences eating a fruit based diet with the public in the hopes that others discover and experience peak [...]
The Fruitarian 2010 Year in Review
Posted: 23rd February 2011 by Michael in Race ReportsTags: 100 mile race, 80/10/10, 811, athletic performance, bodybuilding, fruitarianism, LFRV, low fat raw vegan, michael arnstein, ultra-marathon
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2010 was a year of adventure!
I accomplished so much and never felt so good.
I’m very satisfied with the results of my dedicated training.
The longer I continue to reach new levels of performance on a fruitarian diet the more confidence I have in continuing to eat this way.
In 2011 I will continue to challenge myself to [...]
Fruitarianism in a Cold Climate
Posted: 12th February 2011 by Michael in The BeginnersTags: 80/10/10, 811, cold climate, Dr. Graham, fruitarianism, LFRV, low fat raw vegan, michael arnstein, ultra-marathon, winter
ShareA lot of people complain about cold weather and how it creates difficulties in maintaining a fruit based diet.
I am not disagreeing that cold climates can create challenges, but I do think you have a choice in how you respond to the challenge.
I love the various climates on planet earth. I love the 120F temperatures [...]
The 2011 Rocky Raccoon 100 Mile Ultra Marathon
Posted: 7th February 2011 by Michael in Race ReportsTags: 80/10/10, fruitarianism, low fat raw vegan, michael arnstein, racing marathons, Rocky Raccoon, ultra-marathon
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I've had this race on my radar for a number of years for a few reasons.
First, it's not a hot weather race, and I do best in cool temps.
It would force me to get out of the 'off season' sooner than normal and help me get in better shape for the rest of the year.
The [...]
The Fruitarian in Daily News – November 2010
Posted: 29th November 2010 by Michael in InterviewsTags: 80/10/10, 811, athletic performance, fruitarianism, LFRV, low fat raw vegan, michael arnstein, racing marathons, running, ultra-marathon
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Just prior to NYC Marathon 2010 a writer from Daily News was looking for a story about a local runner. He contacted the president of my running club (The Van Cortlandt Track Club) and asked if they could interview one of the top club runners. The club’s president gave the reporter my phone number. Little [...]
Grazing vs. Meals on the Fruitarian Diet
Posted: 4th November 2010 by Michael in Exploring ControversiesTags: 80/10/10, 811, athletic performance, bodybuilding, Dr. Graham, fruitarianism, LFRV, low fat raw vegan, running, ultra-marathon
ShareGrazing all day solved many problems that I experienced trying to eat very large volumes of fruit or vegetables when I first started out on a Fruitarian diet.
As an athlete I usually require 4000-6000+ calories a day in the form of fresh fruit and some vegetables.
To try and eat this many calories in only 3 [...]
Food Addiction is Real! Fruitarianism – a Life of Freedom!
Posted: 29th October 2010 by Michael in The BeginnersTags: 80/10/10, 811, food addiction, fruitarianism, LFRV, low fat raw vegan, michael arnstein, ultra-marathon
ShareEating today is often done not for survival and nourishment. We associate our meals with our culture, comfort, entertainment, stimulation, reward, and even romance.
A lot of people think that raw vegans or fruitarians have given up a significant amount of pleasure in their lives
Well, during a period of transition and withdrawal you might find the [...]
Taking the Leap – Fruitarian Transition Tips
Posted: 20th October 2010 by Michael in The BeginnersTags: 80/10/10, 811, Dr. Graham, fruitarianism, LFRV, low fat raw vegan, natural hygiene, ultra-marathon, vegetarian
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1. Get rid of everything in your possession in your house, at your job, and in your car, that is not either a fresh fruit or a vegetable. Alternatively, use everything up and don’t replace it anymore.
2. Find the source of the best tasting fruits in your area. High quality fruit is expensive — but [...]
Hyponatremia is an Epidemic in Sports Today.
Posted: 3rd October 2010 by Michael in Ultra RunningTags: 811, athletic performance, electrolyte balance, fruitarianism, hypernatremia, hyponatremia, low fat raw vegan, michael arnstein, sodium supplementation, supplemental salt, ultra distance runnning, ultra-marathon
ShareThis is a very important subject to learn about if you are an aspiring ultra runner.
It doesn't matter what your diet is, whether you are a fast food junk eater, a vegetarian, vegan, a raw foodist, or a fruitarian like me:
Keeping proper blood sodium levels in ultra distance running is the going to be one [...]
Sleep or Die
Posted: 28th September 2010 by Michael in Health Outside of DietTags: 811, athletic performance, bodybuilding, Dr. Graham, fruitarianism, low fat raw vegan, michael arnstein, racing marathons, sleep, ultra-marathon
ShareSleep is something that is highly overlooked in our society.
You don't often hear people talk about getting more sleep like they talk about getting more exercise or improving their diets.
'Sleep' is always something referred to as 'I wish I had more time for sleep'. It always seems to be the last thing that people try [...]