Back Blast – The Baptizer – 01/07/2022

Always a pleasure making it out to The Garden – though, wasn’t sure what to expect with the single digit temperatures and snow on the ground. Luckily, Gardeners are a group of real men that aren’t afraid of a little chill in the air. The following PAX showed up for some sledding: BaconCaptain CrunchberryHarry CarayDianeContinueContinue reading “Back Blast – The Baptizer – 01/07/2022”

The Ruiner at the O- 1/8/22-Meter Maid – Q

For those who haven’t made it out to the O, you really should visit soon. This is where it all started for F3 Louisville. Today was my 5th Q since the start of the week. I had a plan that involved running and no coupons but modified my workout along the way as you willContinueContinue reading “The Ruiner at the O- 1/8/22-Meter Maid – Q”

BB: Gisele 3yr Postiversary Q: Nest @ The County

On this cold January day in County, 1/8/22, Icy roads, frozen flags and 12 degrees on the dash. 7am and I was surrounded with some of my closest brothers in this journey of life. On this day I celebrated my 3 year Postiversary. December 2018 I was extremely overweight, struggled to breath, couldn’t tie myContinueContinue reading “BB: Gisele 3yr Postiversary Q: Nest @ The County”

BB- The Gladiator at the Abyss -1/7/22- Meter Maid Q

Originally I planned to bring out the potted plants but the weather didn’t cooperate. Given the cold weather, I modified this workout to be more run heavy. It was my first opportunity to use my Explorer’s 4 by 4. When I began the with disclaimer at 5:30am, there were four pax (Kitty Litter, F-Stop, EdwardContinueContinue reading “BB- The Gladiator at the Abyss -1/7/22- Meter Maid Q”

PB: 3 yr postiversary Gisele Q Nest @ The County

3 years ago I was the definition of a sad clown. 326 lbs, ate Fast Food Daily, struggled to tie my shoes. LePew was relentless in his pursuit to turn my frown upside down. Here we are 2022 and The boys in the gloom be waking up with some Gisele. Be ready to climb withContinueContinue reading “PB: 3 yr postiversary Gisele Q Nest @ The County”

Back-Blast Friday 01-07-2022 – Wisteria @ Pleasantville

I’ll start with the obvious…it was freaking cold this morning (2 degrees wind chill).  However, Viking saved the day with a text yesterday reminding me about the parking garage at PV which we used this morning to at least block some of the wind and it allowed for dry ground.  It was still cold af.  ItContinueContinue reading “Back-Blast Friday 01-07-2022 – Wisteria @ Pleasantville”

Pre-Blast Friday 01-07-2022 – Wisteria @ Pleasantville

It’s gonna be cold in the morning. Well, that goes for everywhere except the always sunny and warm Pleasantville. Ok…it won’t be sunny or warm but we will get moving early and stay moving. We might even find some cover for the workout, so don’t let the weather deter you from the beatdown.No coupons needed.ContinueContinue reading “Pre-Blast Friday 01-07-2022 – Wisteria @ Pleasantville”

1/7/2022 Back Blast: The Moonshiner @ The Boondocks

Cold morning to have a VQ, but one doesn’t get to choose the conditions, only how you respond to them. PAX: Yankovic (R)VikingMeter MaidFlex SealBack FlopSwagBulletin (R)Big BirdSputnikHoney DoLady Bird (R)Jitterbug (R)Water ColorSingle Source (VQ) Workout: Warm Up was a reasonable mosey around the lower park followed by Side Straddle Hops, Downward Dog, Arm CirclesContinueContinue reading “1/7/2022 Back Blast: The Moonshiner @ The Boondocks”

Pre-blast – Jolly Rancher Q – The Baptizer at The Garden – 01/07/2022

I’m looking forward to playing in the snow with the PAX of The Garden tomorrow. Sleds are optional, because I don’t really think they’ll be needed coming down from the Baptizer. In all seriousness, conditions will dictate the weinke…so come prepared for anything. And, if you don’t want a snowy coupon, bring your own. SYITGContinueContinue reading “Pre-blast – Jolly Rancher Q – The Baptizer at The Garden – 01/07/2022”

1-6-22 Backblast Thr Mutt with F-Stop

After a warmup that included nuclears to get warm, we started the thing. Sets of 22 followed by transport and more sets of 22. Throw in some more self straddle hops and overhead claps. Believe it or not, The Muttsters can count that high. Great work! We had a downrange visitor from Delaware. Great work,ContinueContinue reading “1-6-22 Backblast Thr Mutt with F-Stop”

PB – Kinda Murphish @ The Agony 1/06/2022

I am feeling soft after the holidaze and need a good tried and true beatdown! That changes tomorrow. We will run a modify kinda Murphlike challenge that we see us cover distance with a strong coupon component. We will stretch our legs while exploring an underutilized spot at Saint A’s, and smoke our core withContinueContinue reading “PB – Kinda Murphish @ The Agony 1/06/2022”

1/6/2022 Pre-Blast: The Moonshiner @ The Boondocks

Tomorrow is my VQ, something I’m titling “The Devil is in the Details”. It will be a form centered full body workout I’m borrowing from @diablo. And by borrowing, I mean blatantly stole as it was one of the best form centered workouts I have experienced since joining F3. Don’t tell him I said that,ContinueContinue reading “1/6/2022 Pre-Blast: The Moonshiner @ The Boondocks”

Back Blast – The Escalator at The Abyss – 01/05/2022

It was great to get up and get out this morning after being on the sidelines for a few days with a sore back. PAX: Uncle Sam (R)F-StopDauberFlip FlopTimeshareNatty LightHarbaughVikingJolly Rancher (Q) It was great seeing Harbaugh back out in the gloom – even though he had to bail a little early to make sureContinueContinue reading “Back Blast – The Escalator at The Abyss – 01/05/2022”

BB- The Foundry at the County- 1/5/22 – Meter Maid Q

It was an interesting start to the workout. I had all of my potted plants, rucks and sandbags setup. I learned Wednesday is trash pickup day. Around 5:30am, the trash truck rolled from the football field toward the scout trailer where I had everything setup. Note the trash can over by the Scout trailer. AfterContinueContinue reading “BB- The Foundry at the County- 1/5/22 – Meter Maid Q”

1/5/22 Pre-Blast: Black Ops @ The Patriot

Good afternoon men! Excited to have Shade Tree lead the 2022 Wednesday Black Ops debut at The Patriot! We have had great momentum at The Patriot, let’s keep it going! Weather is going to be a balmy 40 degrees with no rain in the forecast (disclaimer: I’m not a weatherman). No excuses, HC now! BringContinueContinue reading “1/5/22 Pre-Blast: Black Ops @ The Patriot”

1/4/22 Post Blast Loco @ The County with F-Stop

11 of us celebrated the 4th day of the year with multiple sets of 22×4 We began the morning with a warmup and a round of nuclears to get the blood flowing The “thing” was to do two exercises in each round. 22 of each followed by a transport of self and/or coupon to otherContinueContinue reading “1/4/22 Post Blast Loco @ The County with F-Stop”

12.28.21 Back Blast: The Planetarium @ The Boondocks

A year ago I found myself being back in full swing almost fully recovered from my ACL surgery. Captain Crunchberry, then site Q over what once was The Station AO had been harassing me to take a Q…any Q and I would finally give in to take the nod on Christmas Eve. At that timeContinueContinue reading “12.28.21 Back Blast: The Planetarium @ The Boondocks”

Holy Roller Q – The Tank @ Vets 1/5/2021

Afternoon PAX. Planning a tough one for my Vets VQ tomorrow (Thank you @Kilo for the opportunity!). Can’t help but look at that wall in the early mornings and be motivated by those silhouettes of our brothers and sisters and sons and daughters that serve to keep our freedoms every day! We will need ourContinueContinue reading “Holy Roller Q – The Tank @ Vets 1/5/2021”

Pre-Blast – Jolly Rancher Q – The Escalator @ The Abyss – 01/05/2022

Yes, indeed! This week is always tough to re-enter the life of normal after taking off so much time around the holidays for me. That said, tomorrow is Hump Day! So, let’s celebrate the success of making it through the first half of the week so we can just cruise out the rest of theContinueContinue reading “Pre-Blast – Jolly Rancher Q – The Escalator @ The Abyss – 01/05/2022”

Back-Blast Tuesday 01-04-2022 – The Planetarium @ The Boondocks

I’m going to start with end today – COT. One the PAX this morning shared that a friend’s son recently committed suicide. We prayed for the family but also talked about reaching out to others if there is any indication that things just aren’t right. The guidance from training on this topic is to alwaysContinueContinue reading “Back-Blast Tuesday 01-04-2022 – The Planetarium @ The Boondocks”

BB- The Rooster at the Mutt – 1/4/22 – Meter Maid Q

At my last Q at the Mutt, I learned that they they don’t like to count. I planned a workout that would be more a heavy with a push requiring no counting. I got up early to get all setup because they always have strong attendance numbers at the Rooster. I placed each of theContinueContinue reading “BB- The Rooster at the Mutt – 1/4/22 – Meter Maid Q”