NorCal CrossFit Fuel Challenge


As we begin the new year we have an opportunity to start 2013 off with a commitment to improving our human performance. The starting point will be different for each one of you. Some of you eat strict paleo and have been doing so for years. Others adopt a 70/30 approach to paleo eating while some prefer a primal approach. Then there are those of you who are curious about what this whole paleo thing is all about but have no idea where to start. This year's NorCal CrossFit Fuel Challenge will have a place for all of you.



Details:

Dates: January 5 – February 2nd, 2013
Entry Fee: $20
This is not a weight loss competition. This challenge is a way to better health and promote optimal gene expression. In short, how to be more awesome!
**Kick Off Potluck at NorCal CrossFit Mtn. View on January 5!**


Where to start:

• Step One. Choose a Level.   Please note that the levels are cumulative.  If you choose level 5, you are subject to numbers 1-5.  If you choose level 9, you are subject to 1-9.  etc, etc.  

1. Eliminate all refined and added sugar 
2. Eliminate Grains/Gluten and Soy (includes corn & beer) 
3. Eliminate Legumes, Beans and Lentils 
4. Eat full fat dairy only 
5. Cook with animal fats/coconut oil 
6. Eliminate starches (white potatoes, rice,) 
7. Eliminate all dairy (heavy cream, butter)
8. Eliminate all alcohol 
9. Limit fruit to 2 pieces a day 
10. Eliminate nuts and added salt 

• Step Two. Register. 

In order to participate email dana@norcalcrossfit.com by January 1. Everyone will be partnered with another member who is also taking part in the challenge. 

• Step Three. Set a baseline. 

1. Pictures: Front and back view in athletic clothing or bathing suit 
2. Measurements: waist circumference, hips, thighs, neck 
3. Benchmark WODs to be performed on Jan 5th. 

Daily Requirements:

Eat real food.
Maintain a food log (you will receive a link to the journal template once you register).
Log your points. This is important. You CANNOT WIN if you do not log you points daily.

Scoring:

• Four Points: 100% adherence. You meet your predetermined goal completely. 
• Three Points: Minor slip up but not an entire meal. Examples: condiments, legumes, creamer in coffee. 
• Two Points: You had a serving on non "real food" but were able to hold the rest of it together. Examples: 1 beer/glass of wine, handful of chips/fries etc. 
• One Point: Most of your day was paleo but you had an entire meal (more than one serving) that was not in line with your goals. 
• Zero Points: Your fuel choices were more off than on. Examples: Two slices of pizza and a beer. 

Possible bonus points:

• One bonus point for every day you participate in a workout at NorCal CrossFit
• One bonus point for every night you sleep over 8 hours. Proper sleep has been associated with everything from faster recovery, better mental focus, to more HGH production. Sleep is one of the greatest factors in improved health and increased performance. 
• One point will be awarded for every second improvement on the baseline WODs. 

"Winning"

• The winner will be selected based on the greatest number of points (as outlined above). 
• The buy-in funds will pooled together to create some pretty significant prize money to the winner. The exact amount will be determined by Jan 7th.

So, are you in?