The most frequently asked question that I get after becoming a vegan is “What do you eat”? Well, I eat food, just not that derived from an animal. And, trust me, there is more to plants than just carrots!
A close second is “What are your energy levels like?” A fair question! Perhaps not as silly as the first! An avid runner, I have been somewhat lazy of late; since becoming vegan I have only done a few short runs. Well, last weekend came the first big test. My first decent run with only plants as fuel.
The start point was my home in Kelburn. From there I cut a track to Otari-Wilton Bush; running through the trees, birds, and past trickling streams, I made my way to the top of a fairly large hill. From there I ran along the crest towards the back of Karori. Hitting the top of Johnson’s Hill, I headed down to Karori, along the road and then home. All in all, about 10 to 12k, on road and off, mostly heading skyward.
I was a little nervous at how it would go. How did it go? Fine! Thanks for asking. I noticed zero difference from when I was eating meat, milk, and eggs. Rock-on the Christchurch Marathon in June!