Nov 20th, 2009
Whole30 Sponsor a Soldier SUCCESS!
Thank you, thank you, thank you! Because of your efforts, in just ONE WEEK we have raised $2,700…. enough to purchase 500 large Paleokits for soldiers stationed at Bagram Air Base! A special thank you goes out to Get Built Chattanooga CrossFit, for their generous donation last night. Steve’s Club is busy putting the order together now. We need to have these on base at Fort Bragg by Thanksgiving, so he’s expediting shipping… and probably putting his other customers’ orders on hold for a day or two to get this done for Operation Iron Cross. [...]
Nov 19th, 2009
Update on the Whole30 Sponsor a Soldier program
Thank you to everyone who has made a donation to the Whole30 Sponsor a Soldier program. We’ve raised $2,200 so far in our efforts to purchase 500 Paleokits for the men and women stationed at Bagram Air Base in Afghanistan. Steve’s Club is working hard to pull together this large order, and will need a few days to prepare and ship the Paleokits down to CrossFit Fort Bragg. [...]
Nov 17th, 2009
Operation Phoenix and Again Faster
Operation Phoenix is a CrossFit initiative that raises funds to equip the entire United States Marine Corps with functional fitness equipment to increase combat preparedness, reduce injury, and strengthen unit cohesion. This effort is accomplished through non-profit sales, corporate sponsorships, and individual donations. Every penny raised goes directly to "America's Fighting Force," the USMC.We contacted Operation Phoenix last week, and asked them if they could assist with our Afghanistan efforts in any way. We immediately received a note back, asking for an equipment and supply "wish list", and cost estimates. [...]
Nov 15th, 2009
The Whole30 Sponsor a Soldier Program
In the process of organizing donations and supplies for Operation Iron Cross, Dallas and I began to brainstorm things we could take over with us that would make a difference to the soldiers of the 7SFG. CrossFit equipment was a given, since we're hoping to get about 100 people through the certifications, but we wanted to get a little more creative and think outside the gymnastics box. Given the nutrition focus here on the blog and in our nutritional counseling practice, we thought about how we could help the 7FSG Eat Good Food. [...]
Nov 15th, 2009
Operation Iron Cross
I have pretty much the most exciting news in the history of Urban Gets Diesel.At the invitation of the United States Army, CrossFit is sending a small group of trainers to Afghanistan, to run the men and women from the 7th Special Forces Group through a series of CrossFit Gymnastics Certifications. [...]
Aug 14th, 2009
Karl's Story
Let's end the week on an inspirational note. I've been chatting with Karl Schirrmacher, a Staff Sergeant in the Army and currently deployed in Iraq. Karl wrote to tell me about his efforts to change his diet, and the specific challenges he faces as a result of his deployment. After reading his note, I will never again bitch about having to drink my coffee black. [...]
Jul 29th, 2009
Jesse's Story
Here's another email I received, from Jesse Richards. Jesse has been with us from the start, beginning his 30 days on July 5th. He shared his experience with me as a testament to how this process is about so much more than just your diet. For Jesse, this really has changed his life. Read, and be inspired. [...]
Jul 23rd, 2009
Alex's story
Happy Thursday. I wanted to share with you an email I received from someone about 2/3 of the way through this 30 day process. It pretty much made my day. I like hearing about all the good things that you are making happen as a result of your hard work and dedication, so keep the comments coming. [...]
Jul 8th, 2009
Does this feel TOO easy? Read on…
I could not be more surprised – or more thrilled – at how this adventure has taken off. I am in awe of how many people are taking this concept, this change, to heart. We’ve got entire GYMS working this 30 day program! And the level of support you are giving each other in the [...]
May 18th, 2009
The Elevator Pitch
The concept of an Elevator Pitch comes from the business world. Wiki defines it as, "An overview of an idea for a product, service, or project." The name reflects the fact that an elevator pitch can be delivered in the time span of an elevator ride (maybe thirty seconds, and no more than 100-150 words). Say you find yourself riding in the elevator with the big boss at your office. [...]
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