We are hoping to set up a whole page dedicated to recipes that we have discovered or you have sent us. Here is the list we compiled during the Paleo Challenge. We wanted to put it here for now so that the recipes are a little more accessible for you the the meantime. Paleo Recipes
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In CrossFit we talk about the Theoretical Hierarchy of Development of an athlete. In other words, what are the fundamental components of the development of athletic performance and what is their relative influence. If you click on the link above (scroll to the bottom of page 8) you will see a pyramid diagram with Nutrition as its base. What we eat from day to day has a profound impact on the hormonal balance in our body. And since pretty much everything our body does is under hormonal control, you have the power to influence your ability to perform at work, at school, at the gym, and on the field, simply by making the right choices about the food you eat.
The Paleo Diet was developed by Loren Cordain, PHD, a professor of Health & Exercise Science at CSU. The concept (briefly) was to tailor our diets to the food sources that were available during Paleolithic times (think Hunter/Gatherer). In the CrossFit community, this make sense. Our fitness program is based on the kind of movements humans needed for survival from the dawn of man until technology basically eliminated our requirement to move. If we are going to exercise like Neanderthals, maybe we should be eating like them too (table manners aside, of course). To do this we need to remove all processed foods, including grains, as well as dairy and beans. Sugar is also off the table. There is extensive literature on why these foods are not good for us. We will include resources below.
The Zone was developed by Dr. Barry Sears in an attempt to stave off a familial predisposition to heart disease. To date it has worked. The concept of the Zone is to monitor and rigidly balance the macronutrient (protein, carbohydrate, & fat) content in our diet to keep the hormonal influences of these substances in check. Based on gender, body composition, and activity level, a specific “block” formula is derived for each individual to simplify the task of balancing macronutrients on a meal by meal basis.
Ideally, both. To utilize the Paleo prescription within the Zone parameters would give you the best of both worlds. But quality of life, amount of free time, and degree of investment in total health and fitness will determine how far towards “ideal nutrition” each person is willing to go. Any of these options is better than the standard American diet and that is a great place to start. Come and talk to us and we will help you find that path that is right for you.
Six weeks: Strict Paleo (Agoge style).
The Rules: Beginning on Oct 10, 2009, participants attended an informational session on the Paleo prescription and how to implement it in our daily lives. They were weighed, measured, and photographed. Three Benchmark WODs were completed prior to the beginning of the competition. Our selections were the Filthy Fifty, CrossFit Total, and Helen. Each participant is paired up with a buddy who will be not only provide support, but accountability. Weekly Food Logs will be reviewed and the precious “Cheat Day” coupons must be surrendered to their Paleo Buddy upon use.
To the winner goes the spoils
Participant entry fees were allocated to the Prize Pot. Male and Female participants with the best outcome, based on the above objective and subjective parameters, won 50% of their respective pots. Second place got 30%. Third place took 20%. Due to the disproportionate number of female to male participants, the Prize money was evenly allocated between the men’s and women’s competitions. In the event of a tie, the prize was not split but matched by the gym for the same amount.
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This is great! Thank you! Kelly, I think you should add in your soup recipe. I made it when I was having company and it was a hit with everyone! Amy, could you add in your date/bacon recipe that you brought to the Paleo “finale” dinner….oh, and the meatballs. Those are great!
— Marni · ∞