Monthly Archives: January 2010
there may be mixed views about crossfit and it’s training principles. but one thing that cannot be disputed is that crossfit peeps are one of the friendliest, most supportive groups out there.
point in case…this saturday crossfitgyms.com on the west-side is hosting a haiti relief fundraising event. crossfit affiliate owner, dhani oks is a do-gooder and has organized many events to benefit the community. this time…he’s making the cause global for a population in great need right now.
“operation lift haiti”
all money raised will go to globalmedic, an organization that provides emergency relief to those effected by natural disasters.
the event is a fun way to help, and ALL levels of athletes are welcome. bring the kiddies too! teams of two will work together to complete max reps and top scores!
date: saturday, january 30, 2010
time: noon
location: crossfitgyms, 20 gladstone avenue
THE WORKOUT
20 pull-ups estimated average reps: 400-700+
20 thrusters (boys 65 lbs, girls 45 lbs)
20 kettle bell swings (boys 16 kg, girls 12 kg)
20 push-ups
20 box jumps (20 inch)
score as many reps as possible in 15 minutes. one partner works at a time, and movements can be split among the pair. so if thrusters ain’t your thing…your partner has you covered!
there are rx’d and scaled versions, so don’t let “i can’t do that” stop you from joining!
participants are asked to register before noon on friday jan.29th. if you are interested please contact us at info@crossfitquantum.com as we are submitting participants to dhani.
don’t worry if you are solo…we have lots of partners to go around! 
can’t make it? consider sponsoring a team, and spread the word!
get your crew together and get your karma on!
our first paleo nights was a HUGE success. what started as a few confirmed guests, turned into a bumping night with 25 attendees enjoying delicious paleo goodness and fabulous company. oh…and some quasi-paleo beverages…wine DID start from grapes right!
the star of the evening was the lovely ms cosmopolitan primal girl! her incredible recipes were transformed into the real deal and we were the happy recipients of a delish 3-course paleo meal. from appetizers to dessert, she held us captive by our taste buds.
a HUGE thanks to all those that attended. the evening was not only full of wonderful food, but also of amazing people and conversation.
a very special thank you to semi-primal husband, who single handedly saved the night and still made it back it time to man the meat and produce the most perfectly done grass-fed roast! (a very funny story now…at the time sheer panic) but he kept his cool, hopped in his batmobile, and returned unflustered with the key to our foodlicious treasures (locked upstairs in a friends apartment!)
lastly, but certainly not least, thank you to the healthy butcher for the scrumptious meat and coupon flyer!
with such a great turnout, we had some leftover funds and were happy we could donate it to haiti relief efforts. in fact, ms. primal’s place of work matched the funds, and a total of $200 was donated. good karma!
this is just the beginning…ms primal’s already got more foodfantasies in the making…stay tuned.
check out all the detail on cosmopolitan primal girls site.
team quantum
join us for a night of paleo fun with cosmopolitan primal girl! she’s a hipster on a mission to share her urban primal adventures in food.
primal nights is a chance to get together and learn about paleo/primal nutrition, it’s benefits, learn new recipes, and make it more accessible to anybody!
“meat protein!”
on january 23rd cosmo primal girl will explore the world of protein!
*the importance of protein. ie: impact on metabolism, fat and energy
*what does “lean” really mean? paleo vs primal on lean and fatty meats
*who’s game? the more exotic side of meat including elk, bison, venison, rabbit, and duck and where you can get it in the city
with all the food talk we will of course have some tastings!!
on the menu…
appetizers: spicy sweet and sour elk/veal mini meatballs
duck hash on paleo crisps
coconut shrimp
main: grass-fed beef roast with pureed parsnips and sauteed rapini and spinach
dessert: pineapple-banana upside down cake (aka paleo heaven)
assortment of paleo cookies and treats
and of course wine paired to compliment each course (not so paleo!)
cost: $30 per person or bring a friend for $50 per pair!
the night promises to be full of learning and fun. even the most resistant paleo-convert will cave to the delectable dishes.
a paleo lifestyle does not condemn one to steamed broccoli and bland chicken breast. come out and learn how delicious and healthful the primal life is.
please RSVP by monday january 18th (to siobhain@rogers.com)
location details will be sent to confirmed attendees!
hope to see you all!
As 2010 starts, we’ve got nothing but positive thoughts for the year!
We’re putting the setbacks of 2009 behind us and moving on.
Let’s do this!
