F3 New Orleans

Tag: Charmin

  • 2024 ReNew Q vs Q – from Mahatma

    The back story….a long long time ago of 2020 in a land far far away of Khenna there was a forgotten AO called “The View”! To bring excitement during the time of dome and gloom Mambi came up with the idea of pitting one Q vs another in a face off of who could bring the “best” beatdown with 2 Qs going head to head then have the Pax vote a champion. Unfortunately as life goes AOs thinned and “The View” became extinct! (It’s no longer on the AO list) Fast forward to the end of 2023, Disclaimer was moving into the neighborhood where the lore of this AO and the Q vs Q was stuck in his mind hearing about the tails of his brother pax bringing a competitive beatdown just a few minutes from his backyard. So the call to the last champ and challenger was made and the ReNew Q vs Q was scheduled.

    The date January 19th 5:30AM it was a wet cool 50deg with 18 pax meeting up at the flags planted in Erlanger park. YHC gave the back story and guidelines of the Q Vs Q beatdown. After a quick disclaimer (not actually) a quick warmup:
    SSH
    Grassgrabers
    HillBillies
    Mnt Man Poopers
    Merkins

    Each Q gets 2 alternating 8 minute rounds with 2 minute transition.
    Rnd 1
    Champ King Kong
    Base of the levee for 4 rounds of various in cadence exercise then mosey to top of levee for in cadence ssh.

    Rnd 2
    Tripleshift
    Partner Up for crazy 8
    One pax did exercise while partner carried block overhead out and back then flip flop

    Rnd 3
    King Kong
    HITT – pax perform exercise for 1 minute followed by active recovery for 1 minute

    Rnd 4
    Tripleshift
    Some sort of bearburpeebroadjump combo goal was to reach 40. You had to be there to understand

    Time Up
    COT
    After brief announcements the 2 Qs were brought into the circle – with a convincing unanimous vote…..oh wait Rudy decided to decent and change his vote to KK. Tripleshift was crowned the new champ. After our prayer of thanksgiving the 2 competing Qs met in the circle for the belt exchange and call out by Tripleshift of his desired challenger…..from the LVCC gang the notorious HighRise was challenged!

    A new twist to Q vs Q decided at coffeeteria – the champ gets to designate the AO of the beatdown brawl, which could be ANY so be on the lookout. If HighRise accepts the challenge Tripleshift has hinted it may be at MistyMountain.

    SYITG

  • Running and rucking – from Kenna Brah

    Same as title

  • Lions, Gazelles, Sledding, and Striding – from Bolt

    12 pax posted in the gloom looking for and providing accountability; some ran, some KnOTted, some rucked. YHC wanted to test if there was an impact on speed if one is chased vs being chased so Lions and Gazelles was born.

    The disclaimer was given and off we went while the ruckers were informed they’d have a one minute head start to account for the estimated difference in pace between the lion (YHC) and gazelles (them) so I did burpees (it IS MABA month after all). Would it take more or less than a mile to catch them?

    I could feel parts of my legs I didn’t know existed right away so clearly being the lion impacted my pace but what about the gazelles? I expected to find out in about 15 minutes. Unbeknownst to me, the gazelles did an un-gazelle thing and hid in the bush until the lion passed (instead of “running” as they’re built to do).

    YHC hit the first lengthy straight away and presumed the figures in the distance were the gazelles (“ignore the new leg sensations or starve, lion” was my mantra) and then I lost sight of them. As the turn near Metaire Rd came I realized, so I thought, they’d altered from the agreed upon course; none the matter, mile one was coming and Siri shared the pace was 14’05”–keep pushing. The next turn came and the straight away betrayed the gazelles’ course altering—vindication…and time to eat!

    It was close to mile two before I’d catch them and just before the feast, the gazelle known as Charmin confessed their TWO dastardly deeds. Another ruck will be required to know how YHC’s pace is impacted as a gazelle.

    Thanks for the new pace, gazelles. COT.

  • Like a Virgin – from Space Cowboy

    Thankful for the opportunity to be VQ and I am looking forward as Q for future beat downs. We even had a special “Uptown” guest @gabrielle who EH’d and brought me in as a FNG at KennaRidge back on Nov 15. I appreciate all of the support.

    Started on time with Disclaimer
    Mosey to playground
    Special guest was late so burpees x3 for all PAX

    Warmerama IC
    Slow Squats x 10
    High Knees x 15
    Toy Soldiers x 10
    Forward lunges x 10
    Forward Circles x 15
    Backward Circles x15
    Seal Claps x 10
    Chinooks x15
    Hillbilly’s x10
    Plank Walk Outs x5

    Mosey to JPAX
    Round 1 – 6 min AMRAP
    Merkins x 12
    Dips x 12
    Shoulder Taps x12
    Burpees x 12
    Run up JPAX stairs down ramp

    Round 2 – 6 min AMRAP
    Air squats x 12
    Forward lunges x12
    Box jumps x12
    Mountain Climbers x12
    Run up JPAX stairs down ramp

    Round 3 – 4 min AMRAP
    Dips x12
    Box jumps x12
    Shoulder taps x12
    Air squats x12
    Run around JPAX pebble pond

    Mosey back to Playground
    Superman with Extensions x10
    Peter Parkers x10
    Parker Peters x10
    Captain Thors x10

    Round of Mary: Crunchy frog; Tin Snips; BBSU; Penguins; Reverse planks with leg lifts; 3 count plank holds; wife pleasers

    COT
    Announcements
    Intentions: Wedding Planner’s daughter, Big Willie’s mom, War Eagle’s new baby daughter
    Prayer

  • What are the Knotters Doing? – from Charmin

    Warm-Up:
    The PAX gathered under the celestial canopy, eager for what awaited them in this divine workout. The QIC, filled with the spirit of fitness, kicked off the morning with a rousing pre-workout count-off that included Mambi coming in hot!

    The Thang:
    As the PAX embraced the Gloom, they embarked on a celestial journey of rucking and running and an apparently religious KnOT, fueled by the spirit of fellowship and sweat. While the Runners and Ruckers did their tasks, Scantron, inspired by some heavenly wisdom, led the knotters through a Catholic-inspired workout that left everyone questioning whether their abs had just received a blessing or a beating.

    The workout included:

    Hail Mary Half Mile:
    KnOTers circled the AO, reciting Hail Mary prayers with every step. The divine combination of cardio and prayer left the PAX feeling both uplifted and breathless.

    Confessional Crawl:
    The PAX, crawled through the sacred space, confessing their sins to the gloom above. Each confession was accompanied by a set of merkins, absolving the PAX of their earthly burdens.

    Rosary Ruck:
    PAX formed a circle, each carrying a symbolic “rosary” ruck, and took turns leading prayers while others performed lunges or squats. The beads might have been imaginary, but the burn was very real.

    Penance Plank Parade:
    The knotters formed a line, holding a plank position while confessing their workout sins. Each PAX member had to perform a penance exercise chosen by the brother to their left. It was a true test of strength, both physical and spiritual.

    Cooldown:
    After enduring the divine wrath of Scantron’s creative workout, the PAX cooled down with stretches and reflections on the spiritual journey they had just undertaken. The knotters finally rejoined the runners and ruckers and YHC closed the session with a prayer of gratitude for the strength to face the Gloom together.

    COT:
    The Circle of Trust echoed with words of encouragement, gratitude, and perhaps a few groans of sore muscles. The knotters lifted each other up, thankful for the fellowship forged in the crucible of the workout. As the sun began to pierce through the morning mist, the PAX departed, ready to face the day with the divine soreness that only an F3 workout can provide.

  • The Spirit of Pai Gow – from Charmin

    Mission: To embrace the grind, push each other, and conquer the Knees Over Toes (KOT) challenge with the indomitable spirit of Pai Gow guiding our way.

    The Thang:
    Bolt, Triple Shift, and Macgiver took the lead, demonstrating proper KOT form. Knees over Toes is not just an exercise; it’s a mindset.

    Meanwhile, Charmin, PVC, Frac, and Mahatma hit the pavement, pounding the ground with the spirit of Pai Gow directing their every step. The streets became our battleground, and with each stride, we embraced the challenge ahead.

    The gloom was alive with the sounds of encouragement, banter, and laughter. Mahatma, bundled in a hoodie that seemed to defy the laws of physics, brought his unique blend of humor to the group, lightening the mood even as we pushed ourselves to the limit.

    Charmin, ever the beacon of positivity, kept spirits high with his infectious energy. PVC’s determination was palpable as he ran alongside, pushing the pace. Frac, true to form, cracked jokes and shared stories, creating an atmosphere of camaraderie.

    Triple Shift and Macgiver, leading the KOT charge, inspired us all with their dedication. Bolt, with his unyielding resolve, exemplified the essence of F3 – pushing ourselves beyond our perceived limits.

    COT (Circle of Trust):
    As the PAX gathered in the COT, we reflected on the challenges faced and conquered. The Q reminded us that F3 is not just about the physical, but also about the mental and spiritual growth we experience together. The bonds forged in the gloom are as enduring as the sweat-soaked shirts we left behind.

    We closed with a prayer of gratitude, acknowledging the strength we find in each other and the privilege of being part of a brotherhood like no other.

    As the sun began to rise, we departed with tired bodies, uplifted spirits, and a sense of accomplishment. Until next time, under the watchful eye of Pai Gow, we’ll continue to sharpen each other and thrive in the challenges that lie ahead.

    Aye!

  • Run, Run, and run more – from PVC

    Stretch arms
    Abe vigoda
    Calf scoop
    Grass grabber
    Peter Parker
    the old man bogey
    Wife pleaser
    Flutter kicks
    imperial
    Walker

    11’s Merkins run the steps BBS run down the ramp

    Variety of exercises on Pad with timer being a runner to the can with 3 squats

    COT

  • Ruck and Run – from Kenna Brah

    Runners Ran and Ruckers Rucked

  • Ruck and Run – from Kenna Brah

    Runners Ran and Ruckers Rucked

  • The Tide Rises, The Tide Falls – from Charmin

    The more things change, the more they stay the same. The Ruckers rucked, the Knoters Knotted,