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FloridaMuscleGirl

03-08-2011, 03:32 PM

I am a 45 year old ex competitive bodybuilder who was hooked into the high protein diet and stupid way of eating that never DID make sense to me. I have been juicing and making smoothies for over a year now and have moved more and more into the raw food way of eating. I love the way I feel when I eat like this and have not lost any strength or muscle that so many people said I would if I switched to this type of eating. My allergies have cleared up, my chronic bladder infections are non existent and my arthritis is much much better. I LOVE your website! I have much exploring to do still but just wanted to say hello and start by putting my foot out there a little and dippin my toes in. :)

laura-jane

03-09-2011, 04:56 AM

Welcome! Sounds like you are seeing wonderful results!! Thanks for sharing your story with us. :)

Being an ex muscle girl, you might find Kristen Suzanne an interesting read:

http://kristensraw.com/about.php

and her blog http://kristensraw.blogspot.com/

FloridaMuscleGirl

03-09-2011, 06:46 AM

I appreciate any new information I can get my hands on. Spent last night and this morning trying some of the green smoothies and also printed them out so I can go shopping tonight for some new ingredients. I love adding mint to my smoothies- honestly never thought of it as I have been sticking to very basic stuff. Again- Thank you for any new info and your help. :)

green goddess

03-10-2011, 01:37 PM

FloridaMuscleGirl

03-10-2011, 02:41 PM

Hi there!

I look forward to hearing more about your raw journey, as a gal who's interested in (light) bodybuilding myself. Do you still keep up an exercise regime for maintenance?

Welcome to the forum!

Thank you so much for writing. Yes I still train religiously and do the cardio I need to keep myself fit. I have never lifted heavy weights and am a survivor of degenerative disc disease. I had re constructive surgery on my back 10 years ago and started training for survival basically. I also have hip displasya.. Genetics suck huh. Thank you again for the nice welcome.. :) :heart:heart:heart

spicyfull

03-14-2011, 10:41 PM

I wish you everything you need to Stay RAW............Welcome to MY World.

FloridaMuscleGirl

03-16-2011, 03:35 PM

I wish you everything you need to Stay RAW............Welcome to MY World.
thank you sweetie!