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The gloom, football & busy season

COUNT-OFF & NAME-O-RAMA:
PAX: F150, Coach K
QIC: Oatmeal

AO: Flagpole Hill
F3 DISCLAIMER & WELCOME:

WARM-O-RAMA:
None

THA THANG:
MRM although there were no mutts to accompany PAX today.  Approximately 2.5mi ruck @ 16:32 pace.

CIRCLE OF TRUST/BOM:
YHC prayed us out.

MOLESKIN:
PAX discussed Christmas happenings, OU’s impressive showing again the Crimson Tide on Saturday, Nick Saban’s expected pension benefits ($2.4M/year as a public employee, not a bad gig if you can get it), ND & OU being trolled on Twitter, and other bowl happenings.  F150 also got half a ruck’s worth of public accounting talk from YHC and Coach K.  Definitely worth the price of admission!!

ANNOUNCEMENTS:
1. Q Source launching in 2019.  Vote for times that work for your schedule on Band.

  1. Run Ranger Run signup. Team page is at following link: https://secure.e2rm.com/registrant/TeamFundraisingPage.aspx?teamID=838480&langPref=en-CA
  2. CSAUP event March 2. Contact AlrightAlright to volunteer for “planning committee”
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Know when to fold ’em

COUNT-OFF & NAME-O-RAMA:
PAX: Hardywood (down range from Richmond), Walmart, Teasip, Rump Roast, Antman, Sally, AlrightAlright
QIC: Oatmeal

AO: Germany Park
F3 DISCLAIMER & WELCOME: Given and implicitly acknowledged

WARM-O-RAMA:
SSH x15 IC

IST x15 IC

High knees x20 IC

THA THANG:
YHC had PAX team up, and decided to play cards with PAX by bringing two decks of cards set at different locations around the track (not quite at 200m intervals, more like 150m and 250m).

Each suit in the deck corresponded to a different exercise: Humpers, monkey (Hearts), Squats (Spades), Carolina Dry Docks (Clubs) and Diamond Merkins (Diamonds) while PAX performed number indicated on card (face cards were 10 and aces 11).  YHC was kind enough to remove all cards lower than seven from each deck, and as a bonus, one deck contained two jokers.  The reward for drawing jokers was 20 burpees for the “lucky” teammates!  Upon completing each lap, PAX completed five pullups before drawing a new card.

When the cards at both stations were drawn out, YHC assembled PAX in a circle of pain, reshuffled both decks and had each PAX pull a card from his deck of choice.

MARY:
All IC:

Flutter kicks

Rosalitas

Marge & Homer

FM’s

CIRCLE OF TRUST/BOM:
YHC prayed us out.

MOLESKIN:
Mumble chatter was varied since PAX were spread out around the track.  There was enough overlap to know Teesip and Rump Roast drew both jokers to complete 40 burpees (with luck like this, a trip to Vegas should be arranged).  No explicit thanks were given by other PAX for this sacrifice (however PAX were rewarded with a joker during circle of pain).  YHC had the pleasure of partnering with Hartywood during workout and learning he made the road trip to Texas with his M and 4 x2.0’s, one of which is 5 mos old (TClaps)! Best to our Richmond brother and safe travels home after the holidays!

ANNOUNCEMENTS:
1. Q Source launching in 2019.  Vote for times that work for your schedule on Band.

  1. Run Ranger Run signup. Team page is at following link: https://secure.e2rm.com/registrant/TeamFundraisingPage.aspx?teamID=838480&langPref=en-CA
  2. CSAUP event March 2. Contact AlrightAlright to volunteer for “planning committee”
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How many layers is too many?

COUNT-OFF & NAME-O-RAMA:
PAX: Ant Man (and Eli), Rump Roast, Candy Land, Alright Alright, Sally (and Roxie)
QIC: Mile High

AO: Flag Pole Hill

Perfect weather for a MuttRuckMonday. Some PAX started off with many layers, erring on the side of warmth. This decision came to be regretted after the first 1/2 mile. Typical rucking mumblechatter ranging from jack russell terriers’ aptitude for rabbit hunting to the apparent demise of the other workout at Flag Pole Hill. Candy Land decided to finish off the last 100(ish) yards with a jog back which spurred AlrightAlright to challenge him. Candy Land won out.

CIRCLE OF TRUST/BOM:
YHC prayed us out.

ANNOUNCEMENTS:
1. The website is funded.
2. Oatmeal started an F3 Dallas team for Run Ranger Run in February. Refer to the chat on band for more information.

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The Dog Whisperer

COUNT-OFF & NAME-O-RAMA:
PAX: Ina, Mile High, Sally with Roxie
QIC: Coach K, but more so Ina

AO: Flag Pole Hill

THA THANG:
We walked places, did some squats

MOLESKIN:
Sally was a smidge late but finally tracked the rest of us down about 10 mins in giving us our lone Mutt of MRM. PAX were given a glimpse into YHCs mysterious past when asked about his obsession/knowledge of dogs. I grew up huntin’ and training dogs for both retrieving my dinner and running in huntin’ trials. We discussed the common misconception that Mile High is from Denver…different type of club everyone, a much more exclusive club at that. Ina is a monster who ran a 5k and half-marathon this weekend and still showed up to Ruck (in shorts of course).

As promised, YHC brought some cookies for the PAX. Little known fact, YHC loves to cook.

ANNOUNCEMENTS:
1. Get your votes in for the HH this Friday. Wives, SOs, and single women friends all invited
2. Capture the Flag / Bomb Q this Saturday. YHC needs people to show up again to make it happen, so commit now

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Attendance Rankings 12/7/18

  1. Alright Alright – 200
  2. Coach K – 149
  3. F-150 – 131
  4. Teasip – 122
  5. Icebox – 93
  6. Aaarrrggghhh – 92
  7. Ina – 87
  8. Ant Man – 82
  9. Special Sauce – 81
  10. Chairman Mao – 68
  11. Pepper – 67
  12. Oo-de-lally – 59
  13. Splash – 37
  14. Boomer – 36
  15. Eruzione – 33
  16. Gambler – 32
  17. Plus One – 30
  18. Spread – 26
  19. Gold Digger – 24
  20. Isaiah – 20
  21. Wal-Mart, Sambuca – 16
  22. Podcast, Neutered – 15
  23. Rump Roast – 14
  24. Sally – 13
  25. Helmet, Belk Bowl – 11
  26. Sleeveless, Ultra – 10
  27. Princess Turtlehead, Rocket Man, Jojo – 9
  28. Candy Cane, Goldie, Hannigan – 8
  29. Hippy – 7
  30. Shake Weight, Boney Express – 6
  31. Fortran, Mile High – 5
  32. Rocket Man, Wolf, Hotty Toddy – 4
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Double the Miles Double the Fun

COUNT-OFF & NAME-O-RAMA:
PAX: Ina, Oatmeal, Pepper
QIC: Alright Alright

AO: Flag Pole Hill
F3 WELCOME & DISCLAIMER:

THA THANG:
Run 5 miles

YHC, Pepper – 7:18 pace
Ina, Oatmeal – 7:37 pace

MOLESKIN:
It was a cold morning, but the PAX all got off to a hot start with a 7:09 first mile. We all dialed things back a little bit from there. The hills were as treacherous as ever, if not more, after all 4 of the PAX were sore from workouts over the weekend.

There was not much mumblechatter as we were all either frozen or sucking wind throughout the run.

None of us could have run these times solo, but we all pushed each other to be faster. That’s what F3 is all about.

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Not Just Finance Mutt Ruck

PAX: Mile High & Rump Roast

QIC: Icebox (Maverick)

MOLESKIN:

Mile High was really the Q since I don’t know any routes around Flag Pole Hill Park and killed it with the navigation skills. He was quick to point out that he and the Roast are the only ones not in finance #diversity

Rump Roast showed 300% improvement from a couple months ago, T Claps to you sir! In case anyone has a pet pig it’s okay for the Roast to meet them, he will not try to sell them as merchandise.

Great getting to know you guys better, hope to see more of you for future rucks!

 

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Feel the Bern

COUNT-OFF & NAME-O-RAMA:
PAX: Ina, Oatmeal, Sally
QIC: Coach K

AO: Flag Pole Hill

WARM-O-RAMA:
SSH, IST, Cottonpickers, Aaarrrggghhh Special, OHD Claps

THA THANG:
Run down Flag Pole Hill and Bernie Sanders back up.
Irkens (x12), Dirkens (x12), Dips (x12), OHD Press (x12)
Repeato for three rounds

DORA – PAX 1 runs halfway down the hill and back. PAX 2 is working on reps
100 Merkins, 200 LBCs, 300 Squats

One last Bernie Sanders up Flag Pole Hill because I’m a disagreeable Q

MARY:
Flutter Kicks, Uptown Crunch, WWII SUs

CIRCLE OF TRUST/BOM:
Oo-de-Lally prayed out the group.

MOLESKIN:
Why YHC continues to Q with stitches in his hand is an anomaly because it means more legs, and running backwards up the largest hill in Dallas (which isn’t saying much) is the best way to build those tree-trunk quads. Not too much mumblechatter as the runs were a little tougher than originally expected. YHC had to modify the distance part way through.

Ina and Oatmeal wouldn’t let YHC refer to himself as “Old Man Douglass” without plenty of comments about “if you hurt now just wait.” Oatmeal was the only PAX not to shed layers through the workout while Ina was in short sleeves all around completely unphased. Sally kept trying to up the distance of running despite the 3 mile stair day completed just yesterday.

All-in-all it was fun to have a bunch of kotters back out (YHC included) for the ruck and #doubletime

ANNOUNCEMENTS:
1. YHC is Qing an Amazing Race themed workout this Saturday if enough people show up. Last attempt resulted in 4 PAX posting, so embrace your inner-competitive spirit and come out to Burleson.
2. Next Happy Hour scheduled for 12/14

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Stitches, Ducks, and Communists

COUNT-OFF & NAME-O-RAMA:
PAX: Rump Roast, Sally, Splash
QIC: Coach K

AO: Germany Park

WARM-O-RAMA:
SSH, IST, Cotton Pickers, Squats, Aaarrrggghhh Special (Side Lunges)

THA THANG:
Lunge x 100m
Merkins, OHC, OHD Press x12 each for 2 rounds
Reverse Lunge x100m
Merkins, OHC, OHD Press x12 each for 2 rounds

Jacob’s Ladder starting with 10 WWII SUs and 1 Hand-Release Merkins. Duck walk across both tennis courts between exercises

CIRCLE OF TRUST/BOM:
YHC prayed us out noting that we should be, first and foremost, thankful for the Lord’s sacrifice made for us. Praying for everyone traveling this weekend. Praying that everyone has an enjoyable evening with family and friends, or enjoy time to themselves if the former aren’t an option. Happy Thanksgiving and a safe weekend to all y’all men.

MOLESKIN:
Happy Thanksgiving to all y’all.

From the get-go, PAX were warned it would be a heavy leg-day due to some stitches YHC got yesterday in his hand. They quickly realized the reality after an immediate 100m lunge walk down the track. During the trek, we noticed a sizeable crew of people gathering in the field for a soccer match. splash and Sally mentioned playing, but YHC didn’t give in to their desires to play communist kickball.

General chatter about Thanksgiving plans for everybody during the second lunge walk. PAX started complaining about the leg day, to which YHC reminded them that they requested no running, so lunges were the only way to travel.

After the oddly structured Dirty McDeuce, we moseyed to the tennis courts while talking about the Tar Heels taking on the Longhorns tonight and the downfall of Duke last night. The tennis courts were better for the constant duck walking, as we all agreed we’d be judged and shamed for doing that around the communist plot ensuing on the field. Not too much mumblechatter outside of complaints about not being able to sit down for dinner tonight from leg soreness.

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Ina Breaking PRs

COUNT-OFF & NAME-O-RAMA:
PAX: Ina
QIC: Alright Alright

AO: Flag Pole Hill
F3 WELCOME & DISCLAIMER:

WARM-O-RAMA:
None

THA THANG:
Run the usual loop.

Mile 1: 7:15

Mile 2: 8:04

Mile 3: 7:27

Mile 4: 7:41

Mile 5: 8:04

Total: 38:39 (Pace: 7:43)

MARY
None

CIRCLE OF TRUST/BOM:

MOLESKIN:
Great run.  Fellowship was good for the first mile or so, then both PAX began saving all oxygen and energy for running.

Pretty obvious where the big climbs were on the run.  Miles 2 and 5 were absolutely killer.

Ina ran this one 35 seconds/mile faster than his last #Doubletime.

Running with other men makes you run faster.

ANNOUNCEMENTS:
1. Get your shirt orders in.