Here's the deal; we all know that the ultimate goal of CrossFit and proper nutrition is health and longevity, right? Right. But what about the amazing beach body? What about the ripped Bill Yundt abs? What about the Stacy Severson shoulders? The Brittany Jansen Legs?
WE ALL WANT THAT STUFF TOO.
And you know what, that's ok. I'm going to come out and say that it's OK for you to come to the Fort and bust your tail because you want to look sexy. I don't care WHERE you find your motivation to keep coming, as long as I get to see your smiling faces a few times a week. Watching you succeed is my therapy. It's the best part of EVERY DAY for me. And in order to amplify my own pleasure, I am throwing out this to you guys:
Whoever makes the most dramatic improvements to their physique by October 31st, 2009 wins. I don't care how much weight you lose...that's not what this is about. This is about looking SEXY. We will take pictures of you and post them on this page for everyone to see. Now, this might send you running for the hills. "I don't want people to see me in my bra". Tough beans. It's a requirement for this challenge. Plus, it's the ultimate motivation. Remember that our audience is a group of CrossFitters, and we all love you. You can do this.
In order to make this a serious challenge, there has to be prizes. Anyone can participate, but if you want a chance to win the GRAND PRIZE, you're gonna have to pay to play. The entry fee will be $40 for those who want to be eligible for the prizes. Winner takes all! The total cash value of the challenge will be dictated by how many participants we have (obviously). In addition to the moolah, the winner will take home a FREE TSHIRT! Oooh....now it's getting SERIOUS!
How will the winner be decided? Easy. We're going to vote. After the final pictures have been uploaded on October 31st, the CrossFit Fire staff will determine the champion. If you'd like to write us letters and try to bribe us to choose the person you feel most worthy, please feel free.
Sounds easy, right? This is a very simple challenge, but it will be without a doubt one of the hardest things you'll have to do. We would like each contestant to blog about what they are eating, and how many days a week they're coming to the Fort. Your blog will be linked from your name on this page for all the world to see.
In order to be eligible for the cash prize, you must be photographed and paid in full prior to the end of class on Saturday, September 12th.
Cash Prize Eligible Participants:
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McKenzie's Blog |
Stephanie's Blog |
Robin's Blog |
Staci's Blog |
Mariah's Blog |
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Heath's Blog |
Mark M's Blog |
Amy's Blog |
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Beth's Blog |
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Additional Participants:
Jennie's Blog |
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Pete's Blog |
Brittany's Blog |




















September 7, 2009, 4:25 pm
well, you're right, that is the ultimate motivation! omg!
September 7, 2009, 8:13 pm
http://crossfitfire.com/site/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/Brian-Headshot.JPG
i've seen this picture at the post office!
September 7, 2009, 9:11 pm
I was telling Jennie the same thing when I made this post. Almost everyone looks either completely terrified or absolutely disgusted to be having their picture taken. We'll have to start making people say 'cheese' or something going forward.
September 7, 2009, 9:36 pm
The unexpected glare from the flash usually doesn't help. Still...
why does this remind me of the title portion of The Brady Bunch?!?
(Really, these are just hilarious.
)
September 7, 2009, 10:32 pm
I would like a retake!!! Please!
September 7, 2009, 11:21 pm
Wanted for: Possession for illegal possession of THESE GUNS!
*flexes*
September 7, 2009, 11:23 pm
Actually, based on Brit's picture, I think this looks like Hollywood Squares.
Brittany must've just blocked Giles's team X chance for three across.
September 7, 2009, 11:24 pm
I'll get you some money this Wednesday. Also...I can only see my fat head. Not that I'm excited about sharing more but I should probably see the fat chest and midsection for added motivation. Also...I have an existing blog that I haven't posted to for some time. I'll use it to update.
http://www.2rules150years.blogspot.com
September 8, 2009, 8:20 am
Brian, you know I did
Anyhoo, people here is my blog: http://brttnyrhea.blogspot.com/
Feel free to comment and give me a talking too if I seem to get out of hand on the diet side.
September 8, 2009, 10:30 am
Heath, I will continue to upload the photos over the course of today and tomorrow.
September 8, 2009, 11:43 am
Oh man...those pictures will haunt me... Here is my blog http://stacixfit.wordpress.com/
September 8, 2009, 11:23 pm
I look ridiculous!! Goodbye fatness!!
http://mycrossfitchallenge.blogspot.com/
September 9, 2009, 2:16 pm
I'm officially in, as soon as I pay! Good Luck to all.
http://marks-xfit-experience.blogspot.com/
September 9, 2009, 9:23 pm
We are up to 11 paid participants. I should have some time tomorrow to get this page updated. Current pot is $440!
September 10, 2009, 2:26 pm
Bringing my money tonigh. And I started a blog (against my better judgement) http://amycrossfitfire.blogspot.com/
September 11, 2009, 10:21 am
Well, I'd emailed the address to Jennie a while ago, and tucked it into a Facebook post... but I might as well make it official and list it here also.
http://bethyxfit.wordpress.com
Good luck, everyone!
September 11, 2009, 10:52 am
here is mine, but it's pretty uninteresting
http://more-than-the-stars-and-the-sky.blogspot.com/
September 13, 2009, 2:58 pm
here is mine
http://rasmusen-cleareyes-fullheart-cantlose.blogspot.com/
September 15, 2009, 11:28 am
Well, my blog is linked through my name on the left
(<----) over there!
but just in case, here's the link.
http://runningcrossfitter.blogspot.com/
I've only just remembered to start logging my intake again, so I'm a week behind...
September 16, 2009, 7:18 pm
I'm not in the contest and I prefer to read blogs rather than post them. I'm lazy like that! But I thought you might enjoy the 'real' before and after pics
http://welcometothegarthshow.blogspot.com/
September 19, 2009, 10:11 am
I HAVE A BLOGGGGGG!!!!!!!!!! the ur is http://mckenziehuckabay.blogspot.com/ soooooo ya thought u should know =D
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