Fri, Jul 31 · 6:00 PM PDT
PCRM FOOD FOR FITNESS COOKING DEMO CLASS AT RISE YOGA STUDIO
We all know that exercise is important for health. But, did you know that the foods you eat can help you maintain optimal fitness? Whether you move for recreation and fun or if you are a competitive athlete, the foods you eat matter. Plant-based or vegan foods have many benefits for all levels of athletes. This 2-hour class developed by the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine aims to empower attendees with the knowledge and skills needed to prepare simple, nutritious meals that fuel optimal fitness and recovery. This class includes cooking demonstrations of plant-based dishes made from commonly found ingredients; a nutrition lecture; shopping advice and cooking tips.
Maggie Zurowska, PCRM Food for Life Instructor arrived in the USA in 2002 from Poland and quickly immersed herself in the food industry. In 2010, she pursued a degree in Tourism, Hospitality, and Culinary Arts from Kingsborough Community College. Upon graduation, Maggie contributed to the culinary program at Kingsborough Community College and SUNY Brooklyn Educational Center by City Teach as a lab technician, teacher assistant, and eventually as an adjunct professor lecturing Front of House Management, customer service, culinary skills, and tourism.V-Karma . She continues to teach yoga and promote healthy, responsible living.
