Background.

Welcome. The CFH30 is a 30-day nutrition and performance challenge. It is based on principles of the Paleolithic Diet, modern day life, science, and practical experience. This isn’t just a competition; it’s a springboard for incorporating healthy dieting practices into your life and holding yourself accountable. Sign up here

During the 30 days of this challenge, you are expected to be “strict” and not stray from the guidelines.  This means, no grains, no dairy, no sugar…Not only do you need to have some self-discipline to carry through on this endeavor, but it is also an exercise in character. Everything is published to the group, and only you will know if you are being honest. Sign up here

Judging the Contest.

All areas below will count for your final score.  Qualified Judges (e.g. two CFH coaches and one outsourced judge) will complete judging.

1. Before (Day 1) and After (Day 30) photos (Qualitative)
2. Before and After InBody Scans (Quantitative)
3. Compliance (Journaling to show Adherence

Buy – In. There is more motivation from the fear of losing something.  The Buy-In is $125 (includes before/after body fat scan). Don’t Freak Out!! You will get $50 of this back IF you complete the program (meaning journaling your food and participating all 30 days).  If you drop out completely, your $$ will be forfeited.  Our goal with this is to keep all of you in the game from start to finish!  In addition, to the buy-in we are requiring an InBody before and after scan that is discounted to $25 for Paleo Challenge Participants.  Sign up here

Do not enter this competition half-heartedly.  If you are not going for the prize but still want a little support, please email us and we will add you to the group, and you will still need to support the kitty.  If you are not part of the challenge and are asking questions on the blog, you should join the challenge and support the kitty.  It is only fair to all the other players.

This contest is for current CFH members only.

Achieving Optimal Success.

1. Register, on MindBody. Pay $100 in Cash by January 6, 2014.  Even if you don’t plan to attend the info session this is how you sign up.  REQUIRED.
2. Daily: Journal your food on the preset daily food journals.  Only use the supplied food journal.  No other entries will be accepted. REQUIRED.
3. Daily: Darken your bedroom.  Do not watch TV, look at your iPhone/iPad, or do anything other than sleep in your bedroom… SUGGESTED.
4. Weekly: WOD 3-4+ times/week – journal it using BWTB. You are working on your diet now, but make sure you stay ACTIVE.  When you aren’t scheduled to work out go for a walk, take a Yoga class…do something! SUGGESTED.
5. Get some basic blood work done.  This is for your own education.  Comprehensive Lipid Panel with inflammatory markers. If you haven’t had your annual physical schedule it and get your blood work done.  SUGGESTED.
6. Take some before & after photos.  We will be taking pictures at the gym starting January 2.  All pictures will be taken on the same camera (front, side and back photos).  Attire is shirtless and shorts for men.  Sport Bra and shorts for Women.  Try to wear the exact same outfit for your before and after pictures and take them at the same spot in the locker room.  REQUIRED.
7. Get an InBody Body Fat Scan.  I can’t tell you how many people were unaware of their physical changes only to have it validated by a reduction in overall body fat percentage.  Included with the buy-in.  REQUIRED.
8. Pick out a Benchmark WOD you recently completed (if you haven’t done one recently, complete one during open gym or part of regular programming and use that as your benchmark) and then complete it again in 30 days.  SUGGESTED.
9. Get some sleep.  Aim for 8+ hours each night.  Extra sleep alone has been responsible for many a pound lost!  Sleep Cycle App on the iPhone is great! SUGGESTED.
10. Measure your self and send your starting/ending measurements (waist, hips, thighs, and arms).  This is for your own reference.  Another measure would be your jeans size. SUGGESTED.
11. Get support.  This won’t be easy and the more people that are with you the better you stand for those that will encourage you to get that late-night pizza or a couple extra beers. SUGGESTED.
12. Share your online journal and favorite recipes/meals with your fellow CFH members on Facebook,  SUGGESTED.
13. READ very carefully about Paleo and ask questions beforehand.  No peanut butter is not okay.  No corn and beans are not okay.  Rice equals no bueno…GOT IT! REQUIRED.
14. Ask questions on the nutrition blog that are not answered for the group,  SUGGESTED.

What’s in it for you.

1. Hopefully a hot bod, more energy and better WOD times!
2. Female/Male Top Prize is 70% of all contributed money
3. Female/Male 2^nd  Prize is 30% of all contributed money

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