I am doing just fine on raw food on a daily basis, but now I am preparing for a 300 mile bike trip over a three day period. I want to make sure I eat enough to keep my energy up and my blood sugar balanced. Does anyone have any experience with something like this? I am not sure what or how much to eat.

Hi there!!
I'm involved in many phycical activities like bootcamp classes, jogging and I'm a Raw vegan. I usually take my pre-workout load of lots of nuts and seeds, as well as dried fruits, which will give you the protein and carbs you will need. Sometimes, instead of that I'll make a powerful protein shake with almond milk, a banana, brown rice protein, and chia seeds. I also take liquid aminos (which are the bluilding blocks of protein) before and after my workouts so my muscles won't get into exhaustion and let me tell you this works I feel great..Well hope this helps!

Definitely read The 80-10-10 Diet by Dr. Doug Graham. Also read his Sports Nutrition book - www.foodnsport.com

I am a triathlete. High fruit, low nuts/seeds is the best way to fule as an endurance athlete. It's basically a frugivore diet (NOT fruitarian). Frugivores get the bulk of their calories from fruits and get their minerlas from tender leafy greens. Bananas are your friend.

Recipe for you:

4 bananas
2 stalks celery
1+ cup water (to your desired consistency)

Blend in VitaMix, enjoy! Great pre & post work out smoothie. You can also water this down and use it as a fuel on your bike.

Rawk on,
Astrum
www.veganwellness.info