Fitness, Fellowship, Faith

Author: Slaw (Page 1 of 8)

Chili with a side of Slaw

Well, it seems we finally got Chili to co-Q a workout. By we, I mean Flintstone. He EH’d Chili into co-Qing a workout with his brother. Maybe that’s why he Chili was reluctant to commit. Whatever the case, Flintstone made it happen. We had beautiful weather. Time for Chili and Slaw to give the guys what they paid for!

Slaw leads the warmup with SSH, Stretches, Moroccan Nightclubs, Grass Pickers, and Low Slow Squats

PLEDGE

Chili takes over with a quick mosey to the first light pole on the right across from the playground. Before we began, I told him to mix it up. He took that to heart, because we did a myriad of exercises and different reps at each light pole.

  • 1st pole – 5 Mike Tysons, 5 Burpees
  • 2nd pole – 5 Burpees, 10 LBCs ???
  • 3rd pole – 20 LBCs??, 5 Mike Tysons??
  • 4th pole – Screw it, I can’t remember

Chili leads us the soccer field closest to dog hill. Partner up for Dora 1, 2, 3. Exercises were:

  • 100 Imperial walkers (Count right leg)
  • 200 Flutter Kicks (Count right leg)
  • 300 LBCs (Single count)

While partner 1 does the work, partner 2 runs to the other side of the field, performs 10 LBCs, and returns.

Once the PAX finish, Chili hands it over to Slaw. Since we’re here, lets knock out the longest mile. 4 rounds of:

  • 12 Mike Tysons, run 1/4 lap around the soccer field
  • 12 Squats, run 1/4 lap around the soccer field
  • 12 Merkins, run 1/4 lap around the soccer field
  • 12 Walking Lunges, run last 1/4 lap back to start

Once complete, we head back to the flag. With 1 1/2 minutes to go, Flintstone calls American Hammers until time is up.

Announcements:

  • The Goonie on 5/4
  • Extinction Run on 5/18

Prayer Requests:

  • Freight’s Dad
  • Purple Haze’s neighbor’s family
  • Anchorman
  • Huckleberry
  • Turtleman

YHC took us out in prayer.

Thanks to all the men who posted today to support Chili with his co-VQ. Hopefully he’ll Q a workout in the future! After a lot of EH’ing, he finally posted about 6 months ago. He loves F3 for the fitness, but he loves F3 the most because he has met a group of like-minded men who love to harass his brother! Keep EH’ing and harassing!!

L8R SK8RS,

Slaw/ Chili

Midoriyama 4/11/24

Nice day at the Mountain. YHC took the Q, so you know that it’s gonna rain. Sure enough, a good downpour hits at 1721. By 1726, the rain subsides and it’s time to get to work.

Warmup: Seal Jacks, Moroccan Nightclubs, L/R stretch, R/L stretch, grass pickers.

PLEDGE

Thang:

Stop at each light pole on the right for 5 Mike Tysons, 10 Squats. YHC believes there were 6 light poles.

Go the large soccer field near dog hill for the classic Red Barchetta. Start at one end of the soccer field, Run to the other end of the field for 100 SSH. Run back to start. Do 5 Burpees then run 75 yards out for 75 Mountain Climbers (count right leg). Back to start, 5 Burpees. Run 50 yards out for 50 WW1’s. Back to start, 5 Burpees. Run 25 yards out for 25 Merkins. Back to start, 5 Burpees. Run 10 yards out for 10 Burpees. Return to start for 5 Burpees to finish it up.

Mosey over to dog hill for triple nickel. 5 H/R Merkins at the bottom, 5 Jump Squats at the top for 5 rounds.

Head back towards the flag. Stop at each light pole on the left. Perform 5 Werkins, 10 CDD’s at each pole. Circle up at the flag for Iron Hulk. We almost completed the whole thing (for once). We made it to completing the 10 Merkins, ran out of time before we could get the 40 overhead presses done.

Announcements:

  • The Goonie on 5/4
  • Extinction run on 5/18
  • 2nd F lunch at Simonetti’s in Belmont on 4/17

Prayer Requests:

  • Anchorman
  • Turtleman
  • Huckleberry
  • Numerous RESPECT PAX with various ailments
  • Hei Hei had a praise report. He’s thankful for F3, the brotherhood and comradery. Aye, brother!

YHC took us out in prayer.

NMM:

It’s getting warmer and the humidity is starting to rise. The guys pushed hard and sweated their tails off.  We’re coming into the time of year where the rock stars are separated from the groupies at Midoriyama. Come on out to see if you’re David Coverdale or Tawny Kitaen!

L8R SK8RS,

Slaw

Midoriyama 3/26/24

It’s YHC’s 51st birthday, so he grabbed the Q to celebrate. The forecast called for a chance of rain, but with Slaw at the helm, the chances are 95 – 100% chance of rain. Sure enough, steady rain started at 17:20. Luckily, the rain subsided by 17:30. No problem. YHC had an easy Wienke laminated and ready to go!

Warmup:

  • 5 Seal Jacks, 1 Low slow squat
  • 5 Abe Vigodas, 1 Low slow squat
  • 5 Morrocan nightclubs, 1 Low slow squat
  • 5 Goofballs, 1 Low slow squat

PLEDGE

Thang:

Circle up in the parking lot. YHC asked the PAX “Which 3 consecutive integers add up to 51?”. You should’ve seen the guys struggle. Haze quit after he ran out of fingers and toes to count. Leppard screamed in protest “I need my Excel spreadsheet!”. Smoke was billowing out of Dr. Seuss’ ears. Sargento just looked at the Q as if to say “Really, man? I went to N.C. State. I didn’t need math to graduate!”.  Chili blurted out “I don’t give a $h!t!”. Oompa just stood in the corner picking his butt/nose. Montross rolled in about this time unaware of the question that was asked. After a long, awkward silence Wikileaks finally says “16, 17, and 18!”. Outstanding, kid! Hopefully we’ll get through this workout. We performed the following:

  • 16 Merkins, 17 Squats, 18 Reverse Crunches
  • 16 Werkins, 17 Imperial Walker Squats, 18 Flutter Kicks
  • 16 Diamond Merkins, 17 Big Boys, 18 Jump Squats
  • 16 Ranger Merkins, 17 Lunges, 18 CDD’s
  • 16 Mtn. Climbers, 17 Tiger Squats, 18 Derkins

Numerous renditions of Happy Birthday  were sang by the PAX to derail the Q. YHC didn’t care. We weren’t going to get in a hurry today.

Next, we stopped at each light pole on the right for 5 Mike Tysons and 1 Flying Squirrel. Once we arrived at the rear parking lot, we circled up and performed EMOM for 10 minutes:

  • 5 Burpees
  • 1 Mike Tyson

This was relatively easy, so mumblechatter and more renditions of Happy Birthday abounded. We then headed back and stopped at each light pole for 5 LBC’s IC and 1 Mike Tyson.

Circle back up for 16 Flutter Kicks, 17 Dying Cockroaches, 18 LBC’s (all IC)

Finish up with 51 SSH to complete the workout.

Announcements:

  • 4/13 Convergence/ Community Foundation Run at the FUSE ballfield. Purple Haze has the Q
  • Extinction Run will be rescheduled to a later date.
  • 5/4 The Goonie. Defib has the lead on this one.

Prayer Requests:

  • Broke (back issues)
  • Blart (back issues)
  • Huckleberry recovering from his procedure
  • Turtleman
  • Anchorman
  • The Hall Family
  • The families affected by the bridge collapse in Baltimore

YHC took us out in prayer

NMM:

Even though the recurring number in this workout was 51 (YHC’s age), half of the PAX failed to recognize the significance until Happy Birthday had been sung 15 times! The Midoriyama boys have a reputation of being crazy and having the best mumblechatter around, but as Foghorn Leghorn said, “The boy is about a sharp as a bag of wet leather!”. We sometimes fall short on being the sharpest knife in the drawer. YHC is proud to be numbered among them! Thank you for the birthday wishes! YHC holds a new Gashouse region record – he had Happy Birthday sang to him 15 times in a 45 minute period! Dr. Seuss is jealous! Thanks to Sargento for leading the crappiest men’s choir around!

L8R SK8RS,

Slaw

The Sword 3/18/24

We started the week off right with some running, then a small word from Colossians 3: 1-12. It further emphasized the discussion on “Jester” the day before at Crossroads. Be prepared to battle your Jester(s) daily, putting away the sinful desires of the flesh and putting on the “New Man” in Christ.

Announcements:

  • 2nd F lunch at Bad Daddy’s in Gastonia 3/20
  • Convergence/ Community Foundation Run on 4/13
  • Extinction Run on 4/20
  • The “Goonie” CSAUP on 5/4

Prayer Requests:

  • The Hall Family
  • Broke has 2 co workers battling health issues
  • Huckleberry
  • Turtleman
  • Anchorman

YHC led us in prayer.

L8R SK8RS,

Slaw

Crossroads 3/17/24

What a beautiful morning for a run/ruck. One lesson learned – if Broke says he’s planning a “pretty flat” 7 mile route, he’s lying.

The PAX headed inside Ingle’s for a discussion on “Jester”.  The discussion was very lively and thought provoking. You really must show to know!

Announcements:

  • 2nd F lunch 3/20 @ Bad Daddy’s in Gastonia
  • 4/13 – Speed for need/ Community Foundation Run. Convergence before the race. Need runners to push 2 track commanders (Purple Haze has the Q)
  • 4/20 –  Extinction Run
  • 5/4  – The Goonie CSAUP (Defib has the Q)

Prayer Requests:

  • The Hall Family
  • Gavel’s Family
  • Anchorman
  • Huckleberry
  • Gumby’s Mom
  • Slaw & Chili’s Parents
  • Purple Haze’s Parents
  • Wirenut’s Mom
  • Sister Act

YHC took us out in prayer.

L8R SK8RS,

Slaw

Does Breaker Breaker Poop in the Woods?

15 men gathered in the gloom at the Storm for a signature weak sauce Q administered by YHC. After a quick intro on a rather mild morning for February, we get going.

Warmup: Seal Jacks, Gravel Pickers, stretches (non-specific to avoid a possible patent violation), arm circles.

PLEDGE

Thang:

Mosey to the corner of the school for the longest mile. At the school, perform 10 burpees. Run down the hill to the roundabout for 10 squats. Run down the dark road (more on that later) to the parking lot for 10 merkins. Run up the hill on the edge of the parking lot for 10 WW2’s. Rinse and repeat for 4 rounds total. Olsen, Dr. Seuss and Maybelline were rolling at a fast pace. The Q hung with them for 1 round, then backed the pace off to make sure I had enough gas in the tank to Q the rest of the workout. As I was on round 2, I was alone on the dark road that runs from the roundabout to the parking lot. As I began to perform my Merkins, I heard a rustling sound behind the guard rail in the edge of the woods. Startled, I stopped to investigate the disturbance to see what initially looked like a homeless person rolling in the pine needles. As my eyes grew accustomed to the low light condition, I noticed the homeless person was wearing a Titleist golf hat. He was also wrestling to open a pack of wet wipes. I said “Breaker, is that you? Are you OK?”. In a hurried frantic tone (like a guy about to crap his pants), Breaker Breaker said “Yeah! I’m fine! I’ll be back in a minute”. He then scurried down the hill into the cover of the trees to take care of business. On the last round, he emerged from the woods running like he had taken a load off. The leaders finished round four and did some core work until the six was in.

We then headed a few feet over to the parking lot beside the school for some CORA 1,, 2, 3. Partner up and perform 100 Big Boys, 200 Flutters IC, 300 Crunches. The other partner runs 2/3 across the parking lot, performs 5 SSH, then returns to swap out until all reps are complete.

With 5 minutes left, we circled up at the flag for some Mary called by the PAX.

Announcements:

  • Q school at Gashouse on 3/2. Broke and JJ leading the charge.
  • Rice-n-beans 2nd week in March.
  • Community Foundation run on 4/13. This is a speed for need event. We have 2 track commanders. We need volunteer runners to help push. Purple Haze has the Q on this event.
  • Extinction run on 4/20 after the morning workout

Prayer Requests:

  • Breaker Breaker’s Aunt is dealing with health issues. He also had a praise report-his step dad is recovering from hernia surgery that was giving him a lot of pain. He’s feeling better.
  • Anchorman
  • Turtleman
  • Cherie Berry and dealing with the loss of multiple loved ones
  • Maybelline’s Grandpa. Broken Hip.
  • Termite has lab work on 3/2

YHC took us out in prayer.

Remember when you’re at the Storm and you hear strange noises coming from the trees. I could be a bear pooping in the woods, but than likely it’s Breaker Breaker. Big shout out to Fannie Mae who keeps wet wipes in the car for this very reason. He prevented Breaker Breaker from having a really crappy start to his day!

L8R SK8RS,

Slaw

 

Downtown 2/2/24

The site Q of Downtown knew YHC owed him a Q due to my persistent sickness through the months of December and January. YHC finally got to feeling better and took the Q on 2/2/24. Being the blissfully ignorant idiot YHC is, he completely forgot it was groundhog day! YHC could’ve compiled a better Weinke if he would’ve remembered it was groundhog day! Oh well. 0530 struck and it’s time to clock in.

W/U: SSH, Don Q’s, Arm circles

Thang: Mosey to the parking deck. Along the way, a former Nantan was heard saying “slow down!”. You really hate to see it! Once we get to the parking deck, the Q calls the exercise.

The “Laredo” consists of 6 rounds of:

  • After 24 Squats
  • 24 Merkins
  • 24 Walking Lunges
  • 400 meter run

Since we didn’t have 400 meters (that’s what she said), we ran the straights and nurred the ramps. Once at the top, take the stairs back to start. This took longer than the Q anticipated, but it was a burner.

Next, we lined up at the top of one of the ramps for some triple nickel. 5 rounds of:

  • 5 Mike Tysons at the top
  • Bear crawl down the ramp
  • 5 Flutter kicks IC
  • Joe Hendricks back up

After the first round, the realized that only he and Short Sale were the only ones doing the bear crawl down, Joe Hendricks up. Everyone else Joe Hendricks’ed down and bear crawled up. Whatever. At least work is getting done.

Mosey back to the start, stopping along the way for 10 H/R Merkins, 20 SSH. A train rolls through, so 5 Burpees.

Finish up the last 2 minutes with some Mary.

Announcements:

  • Folsom Nationals on 2/10 @0630. Park in the lower lot.
  • Bring canned food to the Folsom Nationals. BOS will be collecting cans for a canned food drive.
  • 2nd F lunch on 2/21 @ Estia’s in Belmont (the old Quincy’s in Belmont for the RESPECT crowd)

Prayer requests:

  • Wirenut’s family
  • EZ Rider’s dad
  • Luke Newsom
  • Anchorman
  • Turtleman
  • Huckleberry
  • The family of Dr. Skeet

Thank you for all the PAX who came out to support YHC. He truly appreciates it. Keep pushing the rock, men!

L8R SK8RS,

Slaw

 

 

Midoriyama 1/30/24

Great weather and a great group of men posted for another weak sauce Q.  17:30 hits and we get to it.

PLEDGE

Warmup: The usual (SSH, Don Q’s, low slow squats)

Thang:

Grab a coupon from the pile a go to the parking lot on the other side of the turd shack.

Gorilla complex: 8 rounds of:

  • 8 Curls
  • 8 ALPOs
  • 8 Overhead Press
  • 8 Tricep Extensions
  • 8 Merkins
  • Run a lap around the parking lot

Freight was a man on a mission. He lapped everyone but Gumby. Freight called some Mary until the 6 completed the cycle.

Next, we stayed in the parking lot and performed an abbreviated version of the longest mile. 4 rounds of:

  • 10 Burpees, run 1/4 lap  around the parking lot
  • 10 Squats, run 1/4 lap around the parking lot
  • 10 Merkins, run 1/4 lap around the parking lot
  • 10 Big Boys, run 1/4 lap around back to start

Once  the 6 was in, we returned the coupons and made it back to the flag with a minute left. We alternated high plank/ low plank until time was up.

Announcements:

  • Pushing rocks challenge starts 2/1
  • 2nd F lunch on 2/21 Estada’s in Belmont
  • Folsom Winter Nationals 2/10 at 0630. Park in lower parking lot
  • BOS will be having a food drive at the Winter Nationals. Bring canned food

Prayer Requests:

  • Gumby’s friend that was severely burned in an electrical accident
  • Luke Newsom
  • Jackson Hall and his Family
  • Gumby’s mom
  • Montross’ mom
  • Anchorman
  • Bubba Sparxx recovering from neck surgery
  • Wirenut’s M

Thank you men for posting. It means more than you know.

L8R SK8RS,

Slaw

 

Midoriyama 12/12/23

I picked up the Q for 12/12 because this date has a certain significance for me. It was 30 years ago (12/12/93) that I left for bootcamp in sunny Naval Recruit Training Center in Orlando, Florida. I will admit that the Lord’s hand protected and guided me during my 4 year enlistment in the Navy. Looking back, I’m glad I enlisted and served in our nation’s military. I’m no longer the shy introvert that I used to be before the Navy. I also learned not to take our country and freedoms for granted. It’s a sobering sight to see another country’s flag flying instead of the stars and stripes. There were a lot of tough times but a lot of great times as well.

I attempted to keep the “30” number incorporated into the workout. I planned 30 different exercises, 30 reps a piece. I knew the guys would mutiny/ quit/ cry if I called 30 Burpees or 30 Mike Tysons, so I decided to break it up into smaller chunks. We would perform 6 exercises, 15 reps a piece, at 5 light poles. We would then rinse and repeat the whole circuit to get the 30 reps in for each exercise. Well, 15 isn’t divisible by 2, so the $h!t hit the fan and I lost control once we got to an exercise that requires and even number (lunges, for instance). Even Defib stood in utter confusion and disbelief as I attempted to explain my plan for the workout.  Here’s how it went:

Warmup

PLEDGE

Mosey to 1st light pole for: Merkins, Plank Jacks (IC), SSH (IC), LBC’s (IC), Lunges (where things went south) 8 right leg, 7 left leg, Imperial Walkers (IC)

Mosey to 2nd light pole for: Flying Squirrels, Dips, Mountain Climbers, Goofballs, Squats, Big Boys

Mosey to 3rd light pole for: Werkins, American Hammers (IC), Flutter Kicks (IC), Derkins, Jump Squats, Cork Screws

Mosey to 4th light pole for: CDD’s, WW2s, Mike Tysons, Dying Cockroaches, Diamond Merkins, Reverse Crunches

Mosey to 5th light pole for: Peter Parkers (IC), Pretzel Crunches, Shoulder Taps, Sumo Squats, Nolan Ryans (15 each arm), Burpees

The plan was to rinse and repeat that whole circuit to get 30 reps of 30 exercises, but we ran out of time. We completed the 4 of the 5 light poles worth of exercises on the way back.

Mumblechatter was quite lively as the 1st place mumblechatter king posted after a long fight with plantar fasciitis and crappy work schedule.  Radar learned the benefit of being “upwind” of the Q when the Q has excessive amounts of gas. Chili, Haze, Defib were pushing hard the whole time. Leppard attempted to drag Montross into the valley, but T-Ron persevered and pushed through. Great work by the guys who supported the Weak Sauce Q tonight!

Announcements:

  • 2nd F lunch on 12/20 at Hickory Tavern (South Gastonia)
  • Beer Mile on 12/30 Sargento has the lead

Prayer Requests:

  • Purple Haze’s M and his Mother
  • Jackson Hall and Family
  • Turtleman
  • Bess Family
  • Tesla (his sister passed)

YHC took us out in prayer.

NMM:

During the COT, I showed the guys some pictures we had taken on that fateful day 30 years ago. I often wonder where I would be if I would’ve made a career in the Navy. Maybe I’d be dead. Maybe I’d be divorced. One thing’s for sure – I wouldn’t have F3 and the brotherhood in my life. I thank God for every one of my F3 brothers. Every one of you guys have been an influence in my life. Thank you for putting up with a half-wit Navy veteran who tells way too many sea stories! I’m proud to be a part of the Gashouse brotherhood!

Fair Winds and Following Seas,

Slaw

Midoriyama 12/5/23

It’s December, so that means Christmas is around the corner. To get the guys in the Christmas spirit, YHC led the obligatory 12 days of Christmas workout. It was a beautiful night at Midoriyama. We saw enough deer running amuck that Santa could pull his sleigh through the triad region (Lowell, Ranlo and Smyre) on dry ground with no problem at all.

We performed a quick warmup and moseyed to the parking lot on the other side of the turd shack. Q forgot the pledge, (BIG Q fail) but we got it at the end of the workout. Once we got there, Santa Q had written the 12 days of Christmas on the asphalt for all the PAX to see. We formed a semi circle around the instructions and got to work. It went like this:

  • 1 – 8 Count Bodybuilder
  • 2 – Hand Release Merkins
  • 3 – Reverse Crunches
  • 4 – CDD’s
  • 5 – Burpees
  • 6 – Big Boys
  • 7 – Low Slow Squats
  • 8 – Werkins
  • 9 – Leg Lifts
  • 10 – Mike Tysons (a lot of protests on this one)
  • 11 – LBC’s IC
  • 12 – SSH IC

A certain grinchy PAX complained due to the “jacked up” exercises called and lack of music while performing the workout. YHC doesn’t believe this was a Q fail, just lack of Christmas spirit on behalf of the Grinch.

We had enough time to perform some dirty 11’s. Exercises called were Tiger Squats and Perfect Form Merkins (with a Burpee in the middle).

Back to the flag with just a few seconds remaining, so YHC called time. We got the Pledge in and got the COT.

Announcements:

  • Beer Ruck on 12/9 See BOS/ preblast channel on Slack for details
  • Beer Mile on 12/30 See Sargento for details

Prayer Requests:

  • Turtle Man
  • Sister Act
  • Tiger
  • Happy Tree’s cousin
  • Purple Haze’s Mom and M
  • Gumby’s Mom
  • Jackson Hall and his Family

YHC took us out in prayer.

Merry Christmas, SK8RS!

Slaw

 

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