We had a total of 11 participants complete the Paleo Challenge (Final Pics and Complete Food Log), and they did not make the selection process easy with the significant results that they achieved. The judging was done based on before/after pictures, food log adherence, and finally, performance improvements were used as a tie breaker.
And the winners are…
Male Winner: Chris Tafaro
Male Runner Up: Chris Sullivan
Honorable Mention: John McCarthey
Chris T. saw dramatic body definition changes, nearly 100% adherence to Paleo even eliminating beer, and improved his Fran time to under 7 minutes. Chris S. improved his baseline WOD by nearly 6 minutes with good adherence to Paleo. Finally, John took over 2 minutes off of his Elizabeth time, not to mention running the NYC Marathon in 3:27.
Female Winner: Linda Tate
Female Runner Up: Clara Rojas
Honorable Mention: Devinn Tafaro
Linda while tracking her results on her blog, achieved remarkable body composition changes while strictly adhering to the food protocol. Clara also witness dramatic body composition changes. Finally, Devinn improved her Fran time by nearly 4 minutes!
Each Winner receives a cash prize of $500. Runner’s Up will receive a Paleo Prize Pack.
While this is a competition, there is something be said for the ability to adhere to these diet principles and incorporate a healthy change in your life. In that sense, you have all achieved something remarkable and deserve recognition for a great positive step forward!
Want to step up to the plate and change your mind, body and soul? Next challenge, January 9th