Rozalind A Gruben A.H.S.I. , R.S.A.

I made the vegetarian choice as a young child once the connection between my animal friends and what was being served to me on my plate was made. I suffered from the usual array of childhood disorders and quickly came to the conclusion that being ill was not a whole lot of fun, so became interested in how to create my own health at a surprisingly young age. After searching down all the usual avenues (healthfood stores, supplement pushers, 'natural' therapies of a disturbing assortment, etc.) I realised that something was missing - the jigsaw just did not make sense or come together. Despite all my efforts to achieve superior health, it was failing. By the age of 16 I began to suffer from what was to become a profound and extensive range of eating disorders (from anorexia to bulimia/compulsive eating and back). This gathered momentum until it nearly resulted in my demise at the age of 23. My life was literally saved by the discovery of Natural Hygiene and I've not looked back since. Now I am totally at peace with myself and with my food. My own healing process led to the birth of my career. I researched, studied and pursued Natural Hygiene with a focus and intensity that absorbed my every waking moment.

I undertook a course of learning with the American Health Science Institute in 1983 and was eventually awarded a Professorship in Applied Nutrition. I have also studied under the guidance of Dr Keki Sidhwa and Dr Doug Graham spending much time in their homes observing their work. My home library is my hobby and boasts an awesome collection of works. I have read extensively of all the classic (and some not so classic) Natural Hygienic Texts.

In 1985 I became involved with the fitness industry, by qualifying as a fitness instructor and then going on to become Senior National Course Director and Assessor of Exercise Teacher Training in the UK. My extensive education and training in fitness has primarily come from Loughborough University and the Training and Development Department of London Central YMCA, for whom I worked for 10 years. I was a co-creator of the first post graduate course for specialising in teaching fitness to older adults, and continue to regularly work in this field. My path has also led me to study many metaphysical teachings including 'A Course in Miracles', Science of Mind and NLP . These areas of study, coupled with my understanding of physiology, have since led me to research the subject of PNI (how thoughts and emotions effect physical health).

In 1992 I obtained my Adult Education Teachers' certificate from City and Guilds of London Institute. In 1994, after a year of study and practice, I obtained my certificate in counselling skills from Chichester College. I undertook both of these qualifications in order to better serve my clients. I have been delighted to receive an award by the English Speaking Board in recognition of my skills as a public speaker.

The spiritual aspect of my life is constantly growing and is the bedrock of all that I am and all that I strive to be. I regularly practice and teach meditation and visualisation. Recently I have pursued the movement discipline of Yoga and found it highly valuable for both myself and for the people with whom I work. My passions include teaching Natural Hygiene , activating the inactive (inspiring the sedentary to develop the exercise habit), and, above all, helping others to heal themselves from disordered eating.

Future plans
1)There are, at present, a number of writing projects that I am working on which include
ƒ a mainstream guide to the lies and truths surrounding Osteoporosis
ƒ a self-help book for those suffering from disordered eating
ƒ a recipe guide for hesitant dietary reformers
2) Continuing to reach out to people, both in the local community and on an international scale, in order to help them make superior choices for themselves and the planet which we all share.
3) Further develop my knowledge and skills so as to be a more effective inspiration and educationist
4) Most importantly, I shall be continually striving to live my own life as an ever better example of that which I teach, as I consider it to be the most powerful form of education, and individual action the cornerstone of planetary healing.

Please contact me if you would like to discuss how I may be of help to you in overcoming your current health challenges, and achieving your health goals.

My details are set out below for your interest.

I send you my loving support
Rozalind


ROZALIND ALISON GRUBEN AHSI RSA
1 Cassidy Place
New Town Road
Storrington
West Sussex
RH20 4EY
UK

TELEPHONE/FAX: 01903 746572 EMAIL: healthyunlimited@aol.com

DATE OF BIRTH: August 10th 1959
NATIONALITY: Global but born in England
HEALTH: Superb and Vibrant
LANGUAGES: English, German

Qualifications

Professorship in Health Science and Nutrition (awarded by the American Health Science Institute)
Exercise to Music Teaching Diploma (awarded by the Royal Society of Arts)
Diploma in the teaching of Exercise to Older Adults (awarded by the Royal Society of Arts)
Ante and Post Natal Exercise Teaching Diploma (awarded by the Royal Society of Arts)
Diploma in the Teaching of Aqua Exercise (awarded by Central YMCA)
Fitness Training (Central YMCA)
Step Reebok Registered Instructor
City and Guilds 730 Teaching Certificate Stages I and II
English Speaking Board Public Speaking Stage 4
Certificate in Counselling Skills (RSA)

Present positions held
ON THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS AND CHAIRPERSON
for Healthful Living International

DIRECTOR OF COURSE DEVELOPMENT AND COURSE TUTOR
For Fitness Professionals' post graduate advanced instructor modules in exercise programming for older clients, the deconditioned and the obese.

LECTURER AT MIDDLESEX UNIVERSITY LONDON
In - Nutrition, Health Science, Fitness Concepts

TEACHER OF:
Exercise to Music
Exercise for Older Adults
Stage 5 Cardiac Rehab
Stroke Rehab for 'Different Strokes' (young stoke survivors)
Ante and Post Natal Exercise
Circuit Training
Machine Resistance Training
Free Weight Training
Fitness Walking
Running Training
Yoga

NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL CONSULTANT
In Fitness, Health and Nutrition in the private, public and corporate sectors. I conduct consultations in my own home, the homes of my clients and over the telephone (not ideal but has its merits).

MEMBER OF THE AMERICAN SOCIETY OF NUTRITIONAL AND DIETARY CONSULTANTS

CONSULTANT - THE ROYAL NAVY
Fitness, Health and Nutrition Consultant and Lecturer.

AUTHOR OF - 'Introducing Fasting and Detoxification Programming'

AUTHOR AND CONSULTANT FOR THE READERS DIGEST
On fitness, nutrition and health issues.

CONTRIBUTORY AUTHOR
For various publications including 'Exercise' (the official magazine of The Exercise Association of England), Pro-Link (the official publication of Fitness Professionals), The Hygienist, Top Sante, Retirement Today, The Journal of the European Vegetarian Union and others.

PREVIOUS EMPLOYMENT INCLUDES

10 YEARS AS SENIOR COURSE DIRECTOR
For Central YMCA in the following Disciplines
Exercise to Music
Exercise for Older Adults
Ante and Post Natal Exercise
Aqua Exercise
Access Courses for Health Care
Professionals

MENTOR OF STAFF DEVELOPMENT
For Central YMCA's Exercise Teacher Training and Development Department

ASSESSOR
For the Royal Society of Arts in exercise teacher training

VERIFIER
Three years for the Royal Society of Arts' Exercise to Music Certificated course.

VIDEO CONSULTANT to 'Polygram'

VOLUNTARY WORK INCLUDES
EAGLES (Eating Anxiety Guidance through Love, Education and Support)
Founder and Facilitator of this non-profit education and support network for sufferers of eating disorders.

AREAS OF SPECIALISM

Health and Nutrition especially in relation to -
ƒ Eating Disorders
ƒ Healthy body composition (fat/muscle ratio)
ƒ Energy levels
ƒ Vascular disease / heart diseas / stroke and osteoporosis preventipon
ƒ Self esteem, assertiveness, communication skills and stress management
ƒ Metaphysical counselling and Biodynamic Psychoanalysis


Exercise and Fitness especially with -
ƒ older adults (from the athletic to the chair bound)
ƒ the obese
ƒ the severely deconditioned
ƒ exercise prescriptions for the physically compromised/special needs
ƒ Stroke re-hab



PRESENTATION EXPERIENCE

INTERNATIONAL TELEVISION
Interviewed for International Television News 1992

NATIONAL RADIO
Two live appearances on the Radio 1 Roadshow, the second being to an audience of 75,000 people.

LOCAL RADIO
Have a regular weekly slot on Southern Counties Radio

THE EXERCISE ASSICIATION OF ENGLAND
Presented a multitude of practical and theoretical sessions at the annual National Teachers Conventions held at Loughborough University 1991 -1996.

FITNESS PROFESSIONALS
Presented at the Professional Edge Conventions in Coventry 1993, 1994, 1998 & 1999
Guest speaker at the Personal Training convention in 1998 & 1999
Presented a multitude of topics at the Energy & Excellence conventions 1997- 99

CENTRAL YMCA
Training and Development Department for Exercise Teacher Training
Regular National presenter 1988 - 1997

FITNESS PRESENTER for the American Natural Hygiene Society
Georgetown University Washington D.C. U.S.A. 1993
Loyola College Baltimore U.S.A. 1994
Doubletree Fort Lauderdale U.S.A. 1996

KEEP FIT ASSOCIATION AND P.E.A
Regular, ongoing presenter on a wide range of topics.

B.N.H.S. CONFERENCE
September 1993 and 1994 at Regents College London. Presented three talks.
September 13th - 15th 1996 at Royal Holloway University London. Presented a multitude of topics.

LONDON SCHOOL OF SPORTS MASSAGE
Guest speaker in 1997

THE HEALTHY LIVING CONFERENCE
November 1993 Frinton-on-Sea Essex

GUEST AND KEYNOTE SPEAKER on seven different topics of nutrition, fitness and health at the World Vegetarian Congress July 29th - August 4th 1996 at the University of Pittsburgh, P.A. USA

THE ROYAL NAVY
Guest speaker - Plymouth 1996 and Portsmouth 1995 and 1997

UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH P.A. U.S.A.
Spoke on ten different topics to audiences of up to 700 at the North American Vegetarian Society's Summerfest held in July of 1997. Guest speaker at the same event in 1998 presenting 14 different topics. 1000 delegates attended. Key note and guest speaker on seven topics at the same event in 1999

AMERICAN RADIO BROADCAST
Interviewed for one hour Pittsburgh 1996

RADIO NETHERLANDS
Interviewed for one hour for a documentary to be broadcast around the world -July 1999

LOCAL RADIO
Interviewed for one hour 1993

ROSEMARY CONLEY DIET AND FITNESS CLUBS
Gave a three hour presentation to tutors, Leicester 1997

BUSSELENGO ITALY
Speaker and presenter at the European Vegetarian Congress September 21st to 26th 1997

WIDNAU SWITZERLAND
Guest speaker and presenter at the European Vegetarian Congress July 1999

EVERGREEN STATE COLLEGE, SEATTLE, WASHINGTON U.S.A.
Gave an extensive variety of presentations July 1997

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