This past year I’ve been blessed with a wonderful journey of good food, great cities and inspiring people. I am so grateful to all of you who continue to push me further to bring everyday vegan food into meat-eating households. With each step and each click, I remain committed, with you, to make 2013 our healthiest year ever – and with that I can’t wait to share this amazing giveaway!
One of those inspiring people that I met and have become friends with in 2012 is Brendan Brazier. If you haven’t heard of him yet, I promise you will soon! Aside from being a former professional Ironman triathlete, a best selling author, and vegan guru to the stars (think: Le Mis’ Hugh Jackman), he is the founder of Vega (a line of whole food nutritional products) and, now the creator of Thrive Forward – a free, personalized online guide to help transform your health through plant-based nutrition. What better way to kick off 2013 than with this guy, right?
Today Brendan and I are giving you the opportunity to win a Vega/Thrive Start-up Pack (a $170 value)! And because we’ve got our santa caps on, we’re giving away 2 prizes!! Each prize package contains:
· Vega Pre-Workout Energizer Tub 19oz
· Vega Sport Electrolyte Hydrator (30×4.4g)
· Vega Sport Protein Bar Box (12x 60g) Chocolate Coconut
· Vega One: All-in-One Nutritional Shake Sml Tub
· Vega Shopping Bag
· Vega Shaker Cup
And a copy of the best selling book Thrive
So Please get on Brendan’s site and sign up for Thrive Forward which launches in January. Together we will THRIVE in the new year! xo!
To enter, tell me what your health/nutrition goal is for 2013. Just leave a comment below. The winners will be picked on December 24th 
2013 A Year To Thrive – http://t.co/eUKXmJdv @brendanbrazier #vegan #health #wellness
Brendan
My healthy goal is to find balance. I find myself running, weight training, doing yoga enjoying it all, but not finding enough energy for it all. On days that I remember, supplementing my exercise regime with Vega has helped tremendously.
Regarding nutrition; I would like to continue exploring with Vegan cooking and raw meals to find the best nutritional value in the food I consume which will hopefully result in a more nutrient dense diet thus improving overall athletic performance.
Liana
Brendan,
My goal for 2013 is to continue on my quest to find my peak performance and spread the message of health and wellness to all those I meet. As a vegan professional mma fighter and coach I want to be an example to all my students and teammates of the power of a health lifestyle.
This will be my second full year of being vegan and I love it. I am off almost all my medicine and all my medical ailments have been reversed. The thing that I have found to be the most profound to me is the clarity in my thoughts. My mind has been like an idea factory since I have been vegan and I love it. I am so thankful that I have found this treasure and intend to live this way the rest of my life.
to heal from major surgery, a brain tumor, and a generally crappy summer (health wise) to return to marathon running. i have been a vegetarian since i was 9, and am now a vegan. i have been a runner a long while, and am looking forward to putting training ahead of medication again.
My goal for 2013 is to get more exercise especially when my days are very busy. I will do everything possible to accomplish this, such as by taking in grocery bags one at a time to get more walking in. In addition, I will try to find new healthy recipes that are quick and easy to make so that I’ll be more apt to eat healthy. Thank you!
get healthy and run an entire 1/2 marathon without walking breaks by the end of 2013
To eat more organic foods & anything that includes vegetables & fruit. Want to be fit & healthy while trying to save our environment
Leslie Durso talks #ThriveFwd 2013 A Year To Thrive @VeggieDreamgirl @Brendan_Brazier http://t.co/HY41A2Mr
To run more and eat more whole grains
My health goal for 2013 is to cut meat, dairy and plastic out of my diet and life! I want to focus n a healthy body as well as a healthy environment. This means moving towards sustainable food as well as sustainable products!
My goal is to get 50% of my calories from raw food. Thank you! Happy Holidays!
My goal is to eliminate snack food from my diet, and that is not easy for me
I am hoping you can suggest some replacements, because carrots aren’t going to cut it.
Enter to win @VegaTeam #Giveaway fm Hugh Jackman’s Nutrition Guru @Brendan_Brazier ‘n #Vegan StarChef @VeggieDreamGirl http://t.co/8MonsMLG
To make it to my one-year anniversary of being a vegan (while increasing my culinary repertoire of meals), to meditate and to follow my passion!
My goal is to compete in my first half ironman all on a plant powered diet!
My goal in 2012 is to gain back all the muscle mass I lost after a back injury. Which involves not being afraid of the free weights at the gym! Time to hit the weights hard, and build a real workout routine! Gotta stop just going there and doing the things I feel like. I’m committed to a healthier, better me!
To race (as vegan for a full year, vegetarian for 16) in Quebec, Canada in August 2013 in my first full Ironman (as a mom of four on top of that). Never felt better!!
I have two goals in 2013. I am planning on finishing my first full marathon as well as my first Olympic tri. It’s going to be a busy and healthy year!
Focus on more consistent meal planning (more than 1 meal/day), and to keep up with my good routines: exercise, sleeping, healthy eating, and socializing
To conquer Lyme Disease through nutrition and exercise.
I begin a healthy journey by focusing on eating plant based. And to beat my last half marathon time.
My goal for 2013 is to go completely vegan and stick to it, join a riding group, sign up and complete my first race on my bike, and stop drinking alcohol! Alcohol slows me down so much!
I am looking forward to ditching caffeine, integrating more leafy greens into my diet, decreasing bad sugars, going to yoga more and watching my body fat % drop!!
I can’t wait…I’m going to start today. Who needs January 1st as motivation?!?
I would utilize these products to literally fuel my mission to get in top running shape again to surpass the success I had as a collegiate cross country runner. This time around, I’m a no-meat athlete and want to share what I learn to improve my lifestyle with others.
i would love to do yoga everyday
To train and aim for a higher potential! I want to do an ironman.
My 2013 goal is to train hard and try out for the Crossfit Games! I want to be in the best shape of my life!
my goal is to lose weight and work up to a running program. I also want to learn how to dive
To get more excercise – preferably outdoors all year round! This will help keep my mind and body healthy : ) Also, continually working on reducing my cravings for ‘sweets’ even the raw-vegan kind because too much of anything isn’t good : )
My goal for 2013 is to feel in control over my food choices. I want to find the balance to live a healthy life in every way I can. It is a goal I hope to work towards throughout my life.
I have been vegan for 43 years, now. My goal for the coming year is to run a veggie-powered marathon. Thanks for all you (both) do!
My goal is to do several Triathlons on a Vegan diet and to train hard and build more strength.
I will be training with my 13 year old and helping other people become Vegan athletes while being a Health Coach and mom of 3 ! Thanks for all your great info.
To run the Vancouver Marathon in 4 hours
My goal in 2013 is to run the local 10-miler. I’m off to a slow start after injuring my ankle only two weeks into my training program. I’ve never been a runner – I’ve actually resisted the encouragement of my running friends to hit the road at anything faster than a brisk walk. But now I’m committed and refuse to let this injury derail me! And in the process, I hope to encourage them to explore a vegan diet!
To get my running speed and durations both up and add in even more plantbased foods (already the majority of my diet!)
My 2013 goal is to continue practicing veganism (a new journey after 3 yrs vegetarian & not going back!!!), staying mostly raw, and positively impacting other people. There are few better feelings in life that I know than knowing that I made a *significant* positive difference in someone else’s health/wellness/fitness journey <3
My goal for 2013- I want to continue to feel the best I ever have in my life! I switched over to being Vegan in June of 2012. I have used Vega products here and there when I have had the ability to purchase them. These products are amazing!! They have changed my perspective on what a diet should be. My Doctor of 12 years told me I look the best he has ever seen me look! I share the Vega products in anyway I can because I know what they have done for me personally and I really believe in them and a healthy plant-based diet. Thanks to Brendan Brazier and his book Thrive, for giving me a whole new perspective on life and feeling good!
My health goal for 2013 is to find a way to work less and move more. Specifically, I have given myself the goal of completing 2 half marathons and this time focusing on time instead of just finishing.
My health/nutrition goal for 2013 is to focus on working out, since I completely suck at taking the time to do that, but to also workout with an understanding of what food will keep me nourished and healthy in the process. My other goal is to eat the right foods that will help me keep my Ulcerative Colitis under control. I know that if I choose the right foods, I can check medicine off my list!
My goal for 2013 is to start working with a personal trainer so that my workouts are more effective and efficient. I want to run faster, 10 something a mile would make me happy. Score 100% on my Air Force fitness test.
I also want to eat 100% vegan, learn more options, prepare food ahead of time, buy in bulk and try at least 1 new food/fruit, vegetable, legume or grain every week.
And to love myself as much as possible and not judge others.
Love your site and Vega
My goals are to adopt a more greener diet in order to help me in my busy daily routine, gym routine & strengthen my immune system. Naturally what I eat will be observed and experienced by my children so 2013 I will make sure we are the green family
My goal is to work-out at least 4 times a week, compete in 3-4 triathlons (including a 70.3), some distance swimming events, and a half-marathon or marathon. On top of that, I hope to start my journey towards becoming a plant-based registered dietitian/nutritionist. Keep up the great work!!! I love your blog!
My husband & I just set a goal today! We’re currently vegetarians, but we’re going to transition to only one vegetarian meal a day, with all other meals and snacks being vegan. This way, we can still eat our eggs and cheese (local & organic, cage free… as ethical as possible) which we enjoy, but we’ll also enjoy the health benefits and cost savings of eating primarily vegan.
2013 is my year of eating for strength, endurance and youthful vitality!
My goal is to continue with all the healthy diet and lifestyle habits I already have in place, and to share amazing vegan food with as many people as possible and inspire them towards a healthier life
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My goal is to continue eating a healthy vegan diet, but to increase my consumption of raw foods. Also, I will be regularly practicing yoga and training for more serious and intense rock climbing!
My goal is to continue becoming vegan, teach a few spinning classes, and become certified in Lagree fitness!
I have one goal this year, to meditate every day. No matter what. I have already found the benefits of meditation extremely helpful and I look forward to what a YEAR of consistent practice will bring.
I’ve been so moved by your 2013 goals! Keep them coming & you can win the @VegaTeam Prize Pack! ($170 value!) http://t.co/eUKXmJdv #GoVegan
Since finding out I have Crohns Disease a couple months ago, I’ve been trying to eat a lot better. I became a vegetarian to help things and working my way to become vegan. Trying to eat as much fresh food and no more processed or canned food is my goal for next year. Also, trying to become as healthy as I can and go into remission is another goal.
To lose the 50lbs. I put on after my wedding, and opening 2 stores. I have put energy into so many other things than myself. This is the year of ME! And if I’m a healthier me, I can put more energy into the things that matter, my community and being a volunteer for any number of organizations that I care about. When you give you receive….and I would love to Receive the gift of knowledge, health and lifestyle – so that I can give more.
Happy New Year!
My health goal for the new year is to eat at least 5 full servings of vegetables very day. I eat enough fruit and protein but I really need to eat more veggies.
ah i remember the night we all met!!!
My goal is to get healthy and fit, turning 50 in February and I need to lose 100 lbs, my blood work came back with high blood sugar, low thyroid, I’m in a wheelchair and challenged with finding a diet and exercise program that works, I want off all animal products and was doing very well until I was “talked out of it” by a trainer. I would love to win this and get guidance from a vegan who can in encourage and guide me in the right direction.
We truly need all of us to get off animal products for our health and the animals health
My goal for 2013 is to continue a healthy lifestyle by eating tasty and nutritious food and continuing to exercise to build healthy muscle mass.
My health goals for 2013 is to gain overall strength and endurance and how to feed my body to ensure that it has what it needs to fulfill this goal. By the end of 2013 I would like to be able to play an Ultimate Frisbee game without losing momentum half way through and I would like to be able to pull my own body weight for at least 3 sets of 12 to 15 reps.
Last day to ENTER the #ThriveFWD giveaway ($170)!! @VegaTeam http://t.co/eUKXmJdv
my 2013 goal is to eat healthier (i.e. make more recipes from thrive diet book!)
Get more exercise!
My goal for 2013 is to set new PR #marathons. Become a #triathlete. All while being fueled by my newly adopted #plantbased lifestyle!
My goal is to stop skipping breakfast and meals and start incorporating nutrition into my meals….I’m not losing weight by doing so, and I’m getting sick more…. this program sounds like what I need to jumpstart my year and me — thanks!
My health goal in 2013 is to actually use my gym membership more often than not. I already eat regularly healthy, but I need to get out of making myself feel guilty for not getting more exercise. I just need to kick myself in the butt and realize that little steps lead to a bigger goal and a happier life.
My goal is to finally complete a tri!
I’ve never been a runner, but I ran two half-marathons this year. I contribute it to making the switch to veganism. My big goal for 2013 is to run a marathon.
My Health/Nutrition goal for 2013 is to race an Ironman 70.3 in September. Leading up to this I will be racing Around the Bay 30km (goal time 2:15), and several Olympic distance tri’s. To help with this fitness goal I will be tracking my nutrition to see which foods and timing of foods are the most beneficial. This Vega start-up pack would be a great help!
What an incredible sweepstakes!!!! I love all things thrive, brenden and vega!! I can’t even tell you how much this would mean to me, I literally stare and drool over vega products and the thrive books all the time but simply can’t afford the greatness. In 2013 I plan to hit a half-marathon PR and run my first full marathon in October in Chicago. This prize pack is just the thing to really kick my training up a few notches and reach my goals. Thanks for such an awesome opportunity!!!
My goal for 2013 is to incorporate more protein into my diet. I also need to introduce more exercise into my day.
My 2013 goal is to cut out sugar in my diet and incorporate more greens, veggies, fruits and protein including trying some green monster smoothie recipes to keep me energized!
My healthy 2013 goals include drinking more water and running 3-5 miles a day to lose those last 30 pounds! Thank you for the Vega Giveaway!
My goals for 2013 are to start running again (after a 9 month hiatus) and run my 3rd 1/2 marathon (a pr would be be great!) Also, a 10 lb weight loss would be nice!!
My goal is to assess my hunger more often and go by that! I’m really going to work at it because it’s super difficult due to the fact that I have a super busy lifestyle and sometimes if I don’t eat something at a certain time I may not have a chance to nibble on something for another 6-8 hours!
In 2013 I’m going to continue on my road to total health. I’ve blown away my doctors so far, and my health stats/numbers are amazing. I’ve continued to lose weight but healthy. Eating the right choices and portion control AND working out. I’ve added the gym, yoga and running to my life. I grew up as always being the fat kid but NOW… I own my life. I have NEVER run in my life, I’m 38 and only 4 months ago started running. Every Tuesday I run a 5k and in May I now have on my goal list a 1/2 marathon. I’m excited and have NO fear. Fears are what kept me fat my whole life. Now, living cleaner, living healthier and I am ultimately living HAPPIER!!!! It’s amazing how much living I NOW do!!! So 2013 is going to help me hit my weight loss goals AND my fitness goals.