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  • No, Not Doing That – from Rev Sox

    YHC arrived at 5:15am to pray and Q for his first beatdown at the Foundry. While he prayed alone with no one else present at 5:15, he is confident the Birdcage will show up in numbers to pray next Wednesday at 5:15.

    5:30 and time to start, so YHC presents the disclaimer and begins the mosey to the exercise equipment that he thinks are the center of the Foundry. The Pax arrives at the exercise equipment but is told to circle up in the grass at the side. Much mumblechatter begins as the Pax is led into the grass. Grass is long and wet and scary in City Park but it will only get worse. Time for the warm-up.

    The Warm-Up
    SSH – 28 in honor of the Yankees’ 11 game win streak in their pursuit of WS 28
    Shoulder taps – 20
    Grass grabbers – 10
    Arm circles, in reverse, seal claps, overhead claps, and Moroccan Nightclub – 10 each and don’t put your arms down from start to stop

    The Thang
    YHC has never worked out at the Foundry. YHC didn’t know that the Foundry avoids the grass in the middle of the track. YHC didn’t know the grass would be so long and there would be so much mumblechatter about the snakes and spiders. YHC kept his head up and continued with his plan through the complaints. YHC felt like Rudy with some many people complaining about his idea.

    PAX completed the SLAM through the knee high wet grass in the middle of the track. What is the SLAM? Glad you asked. The SLAM is 2 Squats, 2 Lunge steps, 2 American Hammers, and 2 Merkins for each round. Add 2 more reps for each new round. The Pax was to travel from the side of the track near the exercise equipment until the Pax made it to the track on the opposite side, but the Pax ran into a fence in the middle of the field. YHC was hoping for 10 rounds of SLAM, but the fence stopped us after 7 as the Pax made it to the round of 14 reps.

    At the announcement of the SLAM, YHC had something he had never experienced before while leading an F3 workout. A Pax member who will not be named simply declared – “no, I’m not doing that. I was bit by a spider at Okwata and I am not sitting or doing merkins in that grass.” Thankfully the rest of the Pax endured the tall grass without a single spider or snake encounter.

    Republicans vs. Democrats
    In honor of politicians who hang on too long, the Pax broke up into two teams of Rs vs Ds. We competed to see which team could dead man hang the longest from the monkey bars. While one Pax on each team was hanging, the rest held plank or Al Gore. Once you drop, you are replaced by the man behind you until everyone on your team hangs once. The Republicans won a narrow battle hanging on longer than the Democrats.

    Circle of Fire
    Circle up and hold Al Gore and do 8 burpees around the circle, Round two is 10 merkins while holding a plank.

    Pull-ups and stuff
    Pax broke up into 4 groups of 2 and 1 group of 3. The count was 10 pull-ups. The other stations: rows, step-ups, Rocky Balboas, and Big Boy Sit-Ups. One trip around and then it’s time to get back.

    The Cool Down
    Mosey back to the Flag

    COT
    Count, Name-O-Rama, Announcement, and Prayer

    Thanks for allowing me the privilege of leading the Foundry and a special thanks for following me into the tall grass.

  • SLT 2.0 – Summary – from Reluctant Yankee

    This is a no frills backblast summary of our organizational meeting on Tuesday 8/18/21 7pm at the PJS on Magazine St. I am sure if Hawgcycle wrote this – it would be witty and clever but I am neither of those things. I assigned it to the Birdcage AO but this really belongs to ALL AOs.

    The rain tried to keep us away, but we would NOT be deterred. Even non-beatdowns happen rain or shine. During the meeting the PAX enjoyed bourbon produced by a PAX member and beer brewed by a PAX member. Seaman brought his own stuff.

    The PAX – assembled…Tool, Roots, Catfish, Triple Shift, Mahatma-Ice, Cowbell, Fast Tax, Kuch, Seaman, Vagabond, Sandbar, FracSac, Rudy, Rev Sox and Baywatch. We were missing Hawg and Gabby due to RONA, several PAX out of town, several PAX had other obligations.

    Tclaps to Aubry Miller – owner of PJS magazine for reserving the space for us!

    The outline of the meeting was…
    1. The History of SLT 1.0
    -Here I explained how I landed the sweet job of Nantan for the last 7 years-(not really 7 but since we became a region). How Hawgcycle became Weasel Shaker and how Tool, Roots, and Rudy(Comz) ended up becoming part of the SLT 1.0 although we never truly embraced this idea. Instead, we focused on the Starfish and all of us equally stepping up and in when and where needed-along with many other PAX of F3 NOLA over the years. Side Fx, Woz, Amnesty and some other PAX have been part of the “undefined” SLT in the past.

    2. Leadership Roles in F3 Nation (typically)
    Nantan – Q of the Region “the guy”
    Weasel Shaker – Support for Nantan but also the guy that keeps people from weaseling out of things. Q school guru. Finger on the pulse of our region guy.
    1st F Q -Fitness: Checks and makes sure we have site Qs, Q schools, checks to see if all Aos are viable,etc. **This is just the surface but you get the idea
    2nd F Q Fellowship– Mr Party Pants “the glue” CSAUPS, etc
    3rd F Q Faith – Dr Dynamite. This is Qsource, Bible Studies, Shield Locks, Outreach, Service opportunities, etc (This model isn’t compulsory- just what is typically done)
    And Comz.
    NOT part of SLT but part of the regional leadership are the Site/AO Qs.
    Each AO has a site Q – we will start to push for yearly leadership change at each AO.
    Site Q duties are:
    a.) Manage Q schedule for AO, headlocks Qs.
    b.) Welcomes Fngs – gets their information to COMZ
    c.) Sells AO, and the mission. Qs when Q fartsacks.
    d.) Harass Qs to write BBs. 1 year term.

    3. The plan for SLT 2.0 — We spent a chunk of time debating selection of the SLT members outside of Nantan and Weasel. Hawg’s wacky lottery idea and my more normal idea that comes from almost all of the other F3 regions concerning selection of SLT by Nantan and Weasel. The end result merged both ideas.
    -Term will start at the CONVERGENCE 10/16/2021
    -SLT 1.0 will not be permitted to serve on SLT 2.0
    -2 year terms (maybe first two appointees only serve one year so that we can change the rotation of leadership to every year we have 2 new leaders every year)
    –New Nantan and Weasel Shaker will be selected by SLT 1.0
    –New SLT breakdown will be 2 selections by the new Nantan/Weasel. 2 selections by self selected lottery. If you agree to be in the lottery – you agree to also be selected by new Nantan/Weasel for the two positions of their choice.
    –Rudy will be COMZ until we find a suitable replacement – that change can happen as soon as we find “the guy” otherwise our leadership is stuck with him
    –SLT 2.0 will need to have meetings (don’t commit to this if you don’t have time)
    –I will reach out to the PAX via the weekly email to volunteer to be in the lottery this weekend.

    4. The plan for future growth (for the SLT 2.0)
    a.) 501c – Tool and the $$, Gaby and Moana
    b.) Slack vs Groupme
    c.) Growth of AOs in the region (Northshore region plan, Thibodaux, West Bank,etc)
    d.) EH Outside our demo

    5. CSAUP calendar
    a.) IRON PAX – Sept – start getting Pax registered now
    b.) 10 yr anniversary in Wilmington, NC aka CAPE FEAR Oct 9/10
    c.) Roast to Coast – first weekend in NOV
    d.) Go Ruck Vets beatdown in NOV
    e.) Christmas Party – Almonaster has the Q

    I am looking forward to pushing forward with SLT 2.0. I can’t wait for some explosive growth in 2022. I hope that we can keep our own regional identity and stay true to the starfish and really insist that we are all the F3 NOLA leadership. Also – NO Otisbombs. If you have a great idea for F3 NOLA – you step up and you Q it!
    SYITG –
    Reluctant Yankee

  • A New Old Route – from Kuch

    YHC took the Stomp yesterday for an injured Snooze, who fell victim to the streets of New Orleans during a Rudy Q the week before. Some may blame the street; I choose to blame Rudy.

    YHC promised “something cool” in the LVCC groupme, and then was immediately forced to actually think of something cool. Cart, horse… as long as they all get there.

    The “something cool” ended up being running the old route down Marconi toward the Lake, but on the newly completed running path. The running path is great, and the faster guys should be able to make it all the way to Lakeshore Drive and back along its protected boundaries. This beats the hell out of running down Marconi in the dark, under the tree cover, with little shoulder and cars going 40.

    As the Site Q for the Stomp, YHC would make this the official new route, but I’m sure that would have the opposite effect, as a cascade of Q’s show up just to let me know that I am definitely not the boss of them (or anyone else for that matter). So for now, let’s just say it’s one of the available options.

    We went 20 out, 20 back, and a few minutes of stretching. We were joined by Pop Tart’s pup, who has since unofficially been named Pup Tart. Credit to Saban on that one.

    Pothole joined us as well, although he still needs to register on the site. T-claps to him regardless: he started 2 weeks ago and has hardly missed a workout. Pretty impressive.

    We gave thanks and remembered those who are struggling. As always, this group is one of the many things YHC is truly thankful to have found.

  • My Friend aNDy – from Rudy

    YHC brought his friend, aNDy, and a playlist out to Swolefest to start the week off right

    16 PAX circled up in the gloom. That was a bit more than YHC had expected, so I went digging under LCM to find a “friend” for aNDy: the “Block-and-a-half” that the Swolefest guys seem to either Love or Hate (depends on who you ask).

    Quick warmup with some stretching, SSH, IW, and Peter Parkers. Then we’ll get jiggy with it…

    The Thang:

    First, introduce our two friends. Mall Cop and Cracklin’ generously volunteered to be guinea pigs. They were instructed to lift our friends above their heads (no elbow locking!). Now the PAX were informed that those two coupons were not to come below eye level for the rest of the workout, or there would be burpees. So Mall Cop and Cracklin’ continued to hold them up high while YHC slowly explained the rest of the workout.

    First, lets start the playlist:

    Amnesty: I hope this one was a bit more acceptable than the last one (though 80s classic rock only made one appearance via INXS).

    Tabata workout. 10 exercises. 45 seconds on, 15 seconds rest/transition. Repeat 3 times. Alternate arm (thrusters, curls, rows, merkins, dips) with core/legs (situps, LBT, Flutter Kicks, Lunges, Step Ups). PAX better pay attention to the two in the center and make sure they aren’t drooping. If they are – get out there and take the coupon and keep it up in the air. Or Burpees.

    Lets Go. Mall Cop and Cracklin’ were already ready for relief by the time YHC finished explaining.

    Belloq and Triple engaged in a series of “I can do better than that” with the coupons. One arm. One finger. Whatever. Baywatch took immense joy proudly holding aNDy way up high. Kuch and PopTart were unshakeable as they just stood there saying “what, is this supposed to be hard?” Saban, as usual, had his way with the Irish block. I never did like that guy. I think I heard Pothole saying “Who the heck is this guy?” Nice to meet you too! YHC, on the other hand), struggled and needed a rescue from War Eagle to save the day.

    Much to my surprise – the PAX quickly figured out that the best way to handle this was to actively step up to relieve the coupon holders, rather than waiting for the holders to cry out for help. Nicely done – each tabata break, half the circle was rushing forward to take another turn at holding.

    Tabata done, circle up for an Al Gore/Monkey Humper ring of fire (2x) while the PAX kept the coupons up high, refusing to fall for the Rudy trick of waiting for them to drop the coupon prematurely. At last, nearing the end – Rudy (HONESTLY) called it, and the coupons were gently placed on the ground.

    NICE WORK – NO PENALTY BURPEES. So 10 Burpees OYO anyway.

    Thumb War, Walleye, Backed Up took us home with last round of Marys (Box Cutters, Freddie Mercury and J Los).

    Finished with our COT. Plenty of announcements- they are in email and mumble chatter. Plenty of intentions (especially for sick PAX and relatives). Then War Eagle took us home, asking God to guide, inspire and lead us forward into the week.

  • Cowbells on the Mountain – from Rudy

    5:30 am. 80 degrees, and at least 80% humidity. Summer in NOLA. 11 PAX ventured out into these glorious conditions to enjoy a run.

    YHC gave the disclaimer. He clearly indicated that it would be important to watch for potholes. Apparently, some PAX would choose not to listen. But with that, we were off to the base of the mountain (just over 1 mile away).

    YHC and Belloq had an enjoyable run to the mountain, discussing future plans for Beignet. Great kid, great future in front of him. Belloq kept up steady stream of conversation while YHC was focusing on just trying to keep up. Thanks for the push!

    Everyone gathered at the base of the mountain for a new drill I call the “Cowbell”, after the PAX who introduced me to it. 1 Minute sprint up the mountain as far as you can go, followed by 2 minute recovery stroll/mosey back down the mountain. Rinse and repeat 6 times. YHC still hasn’t made it to the start of the fence. That’s the elusive goal… Cracklin didn’t seem to have a problem getting there, nor did Snooze (at least the first 2 or 3 times). Way up ahead, Kuch and El Guapo seemed to have no problems reaching at least that far. Nice work!

    After everyone got 6 sprints, time to mosey back to the flag. And 10 of the 11 managed to make it back. One PAX forgot the disclaimer and was waylaid by a pothole on Wisner. Be well Snooze!

    COT back at the flag. Prayers for kids, parents and teachers as we all struggle to navigate through a new school year and the challenges this will present. May we all try to reflect God in our words and actions. Thanks for joining me!

  • RIP to a Block Named Blayne – from Catfish

    Big day at the mountain, starting with 8-counts at the shelter. Moseyed to the southern side of the mountain for 5 mins of EMOM burpees.

    Moseyed up to the peak for a nice wall-site leg-a-thon. Wall sat with overhead claps, then jump squats. Back to wall sit for seal claps, then monkey humpers. Back to wall sits and moroccan night clubs.

    Moseyed down the south side, then to the block place. Grabbed blocks and paired off for a Dora 1-2-3 with 100 thrusters, 200 merkins, and 300 curls. Didn’t quite finish, because needed some time for the Bitch Block Sacrifice. The Q gave a few words, the Bitch Block was named Blayne (who is a bitch, according to the inscription at the top of the mountain), and then Blayne was crushed to pieces and his remains tossed into Bayou St. John. Pour one out for Blayne, what a bitch. Did a final round of man-makers (in cadence) and replaced the (non-bitch) blocks in the spot.

    Moseyed back to the path to the shelter. Indian run back, then did some Sister Mary Catherines to seal the deal and bring in the rain. Under the shelter for CoT.

  • The Murph Recovery Run – from Baywatch

    4 PAX gathered in the gloom for run to stretch sore muscles from the Murph Challenge.

    Started with the normal pleasantries and proceeded with the normal route down Roosevelt towards Bayou St. John. 20 minutes out and 20 minutes back with a catch: 10 burpees at 10 minute mark; 20 up downs at 20 minute mark; 30 corkscrews at 30 minute mark; and 40 leg raises at flag at 40 minute mark. Finished it off with 2 minutes of LBCs.

    #Kuch #Catfish #BackedUp #Baywatch

  • Introducing the Enhanced Murph – from Catfish

    8 PAX @ Foundry to forge mind, body, and spirit. Started by moseying to the track. Warmed up with Abe Vigodas, Grass Grabbers, and 8-counts. Moseyed to other side of track and circled up for Imperial Squat Walkers.

    Moseyed to Foundry. Did some Peter Parkers waiting for the six. Moved on to a 6-Pack – Alternate pull-ups and merkins in sets so they all equal 6 (1 and 5, 2 and 4 etc., count up and then back down). On to sixes, straight legs with feet six inches off the ground for a nice hold, then did some flutter kicks.

    Next did a quarter enhanced murph – 5 sets of 5 pullups, 10 burpees, and 15 bonnie blairs (1 is 1). Brutal. Plank walks waiting for the six, then parker peters. Back on to sixes for LBCs, then did a set of 100s to round things out.

    Started moseying back to the flag, stopped @ Roosevelt Mall entrance for Failure to Launch (hold Al Gore for a countdown, then jump squat when the count reaches zero, land in Al Gore, rinse and repeat). Back to flag, shoulder taps waiting for the six, then Dr. Ws for the finish.

    CoT

  • The Calm before the storm – from Mahatma

    Deciding where I planned to spend my Wed 4-21-21morning I saw that the Foundry needed a Q so why not!?
    12 pax showed up with the intention of starting the day with more than hitting the snooze and rolling out of bed.
    After a quick disclaimer we moseyed to the track for a warm up consisting of stretching, SSH, WM, something that Double Fudge new the name to, scuba kicks (not knee jerks) then off to the “core” event.
    Pax line up (1-12) at mid point of straight away. Pax 1 ran (50-75%) to mid point turn 1, once there he moved into lane 2 while pax 2 started his run, when 2 arrived he moved over to lane 2, pax 3 started and pax 1 started a run to the other end of the track (so 1/2 way around) moved into lane 3, once 3 arrived 4 started, 3 moved over, 2 started. This continued with a 3/4 then a complete full 1/4 mi (1 full run around the track). We completed it (some got a little extra core while waiting for pax to finish) but it wasn’t as “smooth” as it was mentally thought out to be, so rinse and modification – break into 2 groups of 6 then go in reverse – full loop, 3/4, 1/2, 1/4: it could be brought back with additional modification. On to more core – as pax finished there was a line forming in the outer lane, each figured out just join in and ever pax added their version of core to the effort. We finished with a 2:30 minute plank / merkin initiative. Then back to the flags for COT.

    Glad to see the crew and the opportunity to lead. We lift up DaParish’s buddy who passed suddenly as well as Disclaimer and his family. We ask for God’s Grace to lead with humility in engaging all who we come into contact with.
    God Bless – get ready for the H8 – you against you!

  • 610 on 420 – from Catfish

    Accelerated 610, starting with running on the usual route, stopping for 10 burpees every 5 minutes. 15 minutes out, 15 back to the track.

    At the track, did some beat crawl laps on the western end waiting for the six. Nothing fancy, just bear crawl to one end, 10 merkins, bear crawl back, 10 merkins, rinse and repeat.

    Finished up with Dr. W’s, Peter Parker Peters, then back to the flag for CoT.