No disclaimer, No warm-up. Tha Thang: 6 PAX plus a 2.0 got together for a little trampoline ruck. With the safety netting off, the trampoline was rucked approximately .25 miles to its new home. Work was done and time was saved. Great 2nd F as well.
8 PAX started their week off right by posting at #TheCastle. YHC tried to spin some age appropriate tunes, but between Pandora commercials and unlucky randomness, the Gloom was especially dark. With The Cure and Depeche Mode playing in the background, we got to work. Conditions: 75, humid, but tolerable The Thang: SSH Squats Through …
One day after obtaining F3 Respect, 15 PAX posted together to help celebrate a milestone. YHC decided to flip the script and celebrated the PAX who have helped me, more than they know, in my journey to #Respect. Conditions – 65 and pleasant Opened with the Disclaimer. T.O.Y. provided F3’s requested approach to help combat …
Nine PAX emerged from the fartsack to get better at #TheCastle. The fear of jump ropes kept a few away, but YHC dished out a Q that will be remembered over the weekend. Digging back through the archives, The Castle Cross, part five was completed. Conditions: 48 and brisk Disclaimer The GoGo: Side Straddle …
9 PAX emerged a little later than usual to work off the post turkey blues at #TheCastle. Dealing with a weeks long cold that caused a voice loss, YHC gave it hell and counted in cadence instead of calling a 45 minute OYO. With bricks, blocks and jump ropes in hand, here’s the gogo: Conditions: …
To celebrate the 2019 World Series, 13 PAX beat the Fartsack and put in some work on the baseball ‘field’ at The Castle. YHC definitely is exaggerating the ‘field’ – really a parking lot with bases spread out in the shape of a baseball diamond. With the bases set and the PAX ready, we played …
Five (5) PAX started their week off right by beating the Fartsack. Since this was a switcheroo Q, YHC blames the low numbers on the anticipated Special K run the loop and the terrible Special K Crunch. Don’t fret, Special K will be on the Q Wednesday, so the PAX can toughen up and enjoy …
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11 PAX suffered through the most unoriginal, unimaginative and uncreative workout dished out by YHC, according to one PAX, who shall remain nameless. Mumble chatter aside, the PAX will certainly feel the pain of today’s unpleasantries. Conditions – 73 and damp Opened with the Disclaimer The Thang (all 3 count): SSH *15 (IC) Through the …
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13 PAX arrived with the hope that #TheCastle was in fact a boot camp, not a running group. YHC did not disappoint, and provided a well-rounded workout, using the tools of the trade – Bricks, Blocks, Jump Ropes and a deck of oversized playing cards. Conditions – 63 and Crisp Opened with the Disclaimer The …
Still, no respect, but getting closer 11 PAX arrived at #TheCastle on the first day of spring to get better. Sub 40-degree temperatures made it feel more like winter, but the PAX pushed through. YHC scoured Backblasts from different AOs to see what pleasantries were available. YHC was also one-year closer to official F3 Respect …
11 PAX arrived at #TheCastle to get better. It was cold, everywhere, except for YHC’s refrigerator, which decided to Fartsack and move to summertime temperatures. Fortunately, it was noticed after the workout, so distractions were at a minimum, but getting the 2.0s out the door for school was more challenging than usual. YHC also didn’t …
12 PAX were in the gloom hoping to catch a glimpse of our lead singer, Freebird. He came, He Q’d, He gave us a beatdown. Great to have the band back together after Freebird’s solo tour. So with 13 PAX ready to go, here’s the thang: Warm up: Side Straddle Hops Through the Tunnel Little Baby Arm Circles Imperial Walker …
7 PAX arrived at The Castle at 5:30 a.m. on a chilly 29 degree a.m. Opened with the Disclaimer then onto exercises Warm up Wave of merkins (to 8 by 2 – 20 total) – hardly a warm up, jumped right in Side straddle hop (20 in cadence) Through the tunnel (10 in cadence) The …
13 PAX arrived at #TheCastle to get better, to welcome Wham! as new AOQ and to send YHC off into the sunset. It’s been a privilege to lead these PAX over the past year. YHC appreciates the consistent support received, during the cold winter glooms or the sweltering summer days. Handling Q schedule changes, supporting …
11 PAX arrived at #TheCastle to get better. With Special K on the Q and bricks in hand, the PAX knew what was coming – a neighborhood tour. In the Halloween spirit, our Q gave the PAX neon head gear – red horns or a green and red knife were the choices. Donning the appropriate …
12 faithful arrived in what turned out to be a nice Fall morning. It was clear and crisp. Some would even say wet, #Katniss. A full moon filled the sky. Perfect conditions to meet #Sally (and to send her packing). The Warmup: 15 SSH 15 Imperial Walker 15 LBAC Forward 15 LBAC Backward 15 Raise …
12 PAX braved the chill and arrived at #TheCastle to get better. With LambChop in the Gloom early setting up stations, the PAX knew what was coming. LambChop spinning tunes from the Broadway musical Hamilton; however, was not expected. The PAX pushed through, became a bit more sophisticated and appreciated that LambChop’s playlist is different than Backstop’s. …
9 at #TheCastle on a beautifully gloomy 65 degree morning. The theme of this workout was: take the blocks on tour, it gets boring sitting in the woods collecting deer pee all the time. Warm up Side straddle hop (20 in cadence) Through the tunnel (10 in cadence) Little baby arm circles forward and back …
Conditions – 73 and Balmy Opened with the Disclaimer. Warm-up: SSH x 20 LBSC x 10 forward and x 10 backwards Slow fast merkin x 10 Calf stretch 20 count BBSU x 20 Count off 1 and 2 – 1 gets rifles and 2 get blocks Rifle (R) / Blocks (B) R: Up and over. 30. …
The PAX welcomed Freebird back to the Q at #TheCastle. Since YHC is posting this on behalf of Freebird, additional commentary has been added. YHC’s first observation is that Freebird clearly did not read Selfie’s BackBlast from Friday, which noted that 2.3 miles were run with bricks. Despite the Cliff Notes download from Selfie this …
Conditions: 76 and swampy, no wind, unless you were behind a PAX that shall not be named! Disclaimer and Tha Thang: SSH *20 Butt Kicks*20 High Knees*20 Through the Tunnel *10 Little Baby Arm Circles – Forward *10 (3 count) Little Baby Arm Circles – Backward *10 (3 count) Frankensteins – *10 (3 Count) …
The PAX welcomed Freebird back to the Q at #TheCastle. A recent return from the DL made this Q extra special. Since YHC is posting this on behalf of Freebird, additional commentary has been added. Conditions – 76 and Swampy Opened with the Disclaimer, then another disclaimer that there would be limited running. Yeah right, …
Grilz – Q Disclaimer Conditions: 74 and clear and soupy Tha Thang: COP: SSH X 25 in cadence Calf Stretch OYO Plank Jacks X 20 in cadence Quad Stretch OYO Grab Blocks and jump rope: 20 Curls 30 Clicks with jump rope 20 Shoulder Press 40 Clicks with jump rope 20 Bent over rows 50 …
14 PAX helped YHC stave off vacation mode a little longer in the steamy Gloom. It is always an honor to lead TheCastle PAX, and today we had PAX from Score join as well. Thanks for crossing the gate and being with us. Conditions – 76 and Steamy Opened with the Disclaimer The Thang (all …
Apologies for being way too late with this Backblast. Disclaimer Conditions: Swampy Warm-up: SSH x15 IC IW x 15 IC Merkins x10 IC Mountain Climbers x 15 IC Little Baby Arm Circles x 15 IC and Reverse x15 IC Through the Tunnel x 15 IC Mosey to the Picnic Tables YHC took the liberty of …
13 PAX, including one FNG (Husker) got better and posted at #TheMission. YHC was honored to lead the group and had some fun with blocks, bricks and jump ropes (well maybe not the jump ropes). As usual, after the warm-up, the workout didn’t really follow the Weinke, so apologies for the choppiness of this Backblast. Conditions …
Temp: cooler than it has been but still hot and humid. Disclaimer Tha Thang: SSH X 25 LBAC forward x 20 backward x 20 Raise the roof x 20 Calf stretch 30 sec each leg Through the tunnel x 20 Get Blocks: Shoulder press X 20 ( in cadence) Jump rope 30 sec Curls X …
5 PAX, not on vacation, arrived at #TheCastle to get better, listen to some tunes and jump rope. Based on a previous Backblast, it looks like YHC Q’d a workout like this two months ago. An oldie, but a goodie, I suppose. Conditions – 75 and Swampy Opened with the Disclaimer The Thang (all 3 …
11 Pax showed at The Castle for a #BLOMP ladder which seemed to take its toll on everyone except The Prince of mumble chatter #Lambchop. The conditions: Swamp like, Disclaimer The Warmup: 20 OHC 20 LBAC forward 20 LBAC backward 20 TTT 20 SSH 20 Iron Crosses 20 Chaser LBC’s The Ditty: A burpee, …
9 brave PAX arrived at The Castle at 5:30 a.m. on what seemed like a balmy 68 degree a.m. but ended up very sticky by 6:15. Opened with the Disclaimer then onto exercises Warm up Side straddle hop (20 in cadence) Through the tunnel (10 in cadence) Calf stretch (OYO) Little baby arm circles (10 …
11 Pax posted at The Castle for TOY’s upper body beat down. Weather – a perfect 74 degrees, clear, calm and damp. F3 Disclaimer Warm Up: SSH x 40 RRR x 20 10 Merkins (OYO) LBAC Forward x 20 10 Merkins (OYO) LBAC Reverse x 15 10 Merkins (OYO) Imperial Walkers x 20 The PAX …
12 PAX arrived at #TheCastle to get better, including one out of two FNGs from Monday, which was great. May 2 was a boring day in history and although a bunch of Kentucky Derby’s were run on this date, YHC opted against running. Instead, a balanced workout paying homage to the 20 cent US coin, …
7 PAX arrived at #TheCastle for LambChop’s pain station extravaganza. The only catch was that the pain stations were in his garage. Fortunately, it was a unanimous vote by the PAX to start this journey on foot. 0.8 miles later, we were in LambChop’s garage staring at the 10 pain stations set-up for us. Conditions …
13 PAX arrived for #TheCastle’s Second Anniversary Dealer’s Choice. The PAX stepped-up as always and provided a well-balanced workout. Work was done and we all got better. Conditions – A brisk 48, especially for mid-late April Turnpike: Opened with the Disclaimer and warmed the PAX up: SSH *15 (IC) Through the Tunnel *15 (IC) LBAC …
Temp : 55 and perfect Warm-up: 40 SSH (IC) 20 LBAC (IC) TTT (IC) 20 Merkins (IC) 15 BBSU (OYO) Calf Stretch L/R The Thang: In honor of R. Lee Ermey, AKA Gunnery Sgt Hartman, I decided to do some rifle PT Draw “rifles”, ¼ mi Indian run. Hold rifle over your head on the …
Conditions – 47 and brisk Opened with the Disclaimer The Thang: Side straddle hop Through the tunnel Little baby arm circles Raise the roof Quad Stretch Calf Stretch SlowFast Merkins Through the tunnel Big boy sit-ups Modified Suicides 20 Squats- run to 1st Tree 20 Merkins – run to end of circle 20 LBC’s – …
8 PAX arrived at The Castle on a chilly 47 degree rainy a.m. Opened with the Disclaimer then onto exercises In the COP: Side straddle hop (20 in cadence) Through the tunnel (10 in cadence) Calf stretch (OYO) Little baby arm circles (10 forward and 10 backward in cadence) Windmills (10 in cadence) Then, in …
5 PAX arrived at #TheCastle to get better, despite YHC’s “There will be running Tweet” posted the night before. As usual, the PAX did not disappoint and YHC left upper bodywork and jump ropes behind. Conditions – 41 and brisk Opened with the Disclaimer The Thang (all 3 count): SSH *15 (IC) Through the Tunnel …
8 Pax posted at The Castle for TOY’s 4 Corners of Fun. Weather – a perfect 66 degrees, clear, calm and dry. F3 Disclaimer Warm Up: SSH x 25 LBAC Forward x 15 LBAC Reverse x 15 RTR x 15 TTT x 15 Imperial Walkers x 20 4 Corners of Fun: The PAX mosey up …
4 PAX arrived at #TheCastle to beat the rain and get better. YHC had the privilege of leading the PAX this morning and they did not disappoint. #TClaps to Beamer who introduced us to The Castle Cross last year on Good Friday. YHC added some additional fun in this modified Q. Conditions – 67 and …
YHC planned a well balanced workout bringing back a fan favorite – the Deck of Pain. A party foul was committed as YHC didn’t spin any tunes until some mumble chatter – IHeart Radio Family Version to the rescue. We certainly could have used TOY’s playlist! The deal was simple: Each PAX took 3 cards. Spades = …
Temp: cool and damp Disclaimer and Tha Thang: SSH X 25 LBAC forward x 20 backward x 20 Raise the roof x 20 Calf stretch 30 sec each leg Through the tunnel x 20 Get Blocks: Shoulder press X 20 ( in cadence) Jump rope 30 sec Curls X 20 ( in cadence) Jump rope …
6 brave PAX arrived at The Castle on a chilly 33 degree a.m. Opened with the Disclaimer then onto exercises Warm up Side straddle hop (20 in cadence) Through the tunnel (10 in cadence) Calf stretch (OYO) Little baby arm circles (10 in cadence front and reverse) Windmills (20/10 per leg) (in cadence) Jog around …
8.5 Pax showed up for an end of the week jamboree with lots and lots of stations. Conditions – 43 degrees, wet and soggy…Which, believe it or not, was a vast improvement from my last Q in 10 degree weather. Disclaimer The Warmup 20 SSH (IC) 20 Imperial Walkers (IC) Stations Pax split up into …
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8 PAX arrived at The Castle wondering what in the h@#! Lambchop had planned for us. Gear was scattered across the COP and music was blaring. Conditions – 50 and gloomy The Thang: There was a disclaimer, and the warm-up consisted of the PAX gathering the gear and Cusaking it to the tennis courts, where …
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5 PAX arrived at #TheCastle for a Dealer’s Choice. Work was done and we all got better. Conditions – 34 and finger tingling, finger pain cold – Where was Kamikaze with the pre-warmed blocks??? Wham!: Opened with the Disclaimer and warmed us up: SSH *30 (IC) Imperial Walkers *20 (IC) LBAC – Forward and Reverse *20 …
9 PAX arrived at #TheCastle to enjoy the 50+ degree weather and get better. YHC had the privilege of leading the PAX this morning and they did not disappoint. McLovin was in full summer gear, while the other PAX weren’t as daring. Conditions – 54 and damp, but fantastic and layer free Opened with the …
Conditions: Wet and 55 Tha Thang: COP: SSH X 25 in cadence Calf stretch OYO Plank Jacks X 20 in cadence Quad Stretch OYO Grab Bricks and Go to Gazebo: Squats with bricks X 25 Curls X 25 Step ups X 25 Mosey to “Sweat Box” Deltoid Raises X 25 with bricks Wall Sits until …
12 PAX ended their week right by taking the #DRP. Sub-freezing temperatures didn’t keep them away, and they weren’t cold for long. A solid showing by the PAX, who continue to enjoy the jump ropes – YHC heard one PAX asking where his rhythm went! Conditions – 29 and fingertip cold Opened with the Disclaimer The Thang: …
10 PAX arrived at The Castle on a clear 40-degree morning. Opened with the Disclaimer then onto exercises Side straddle hop (20 in cadence) Through the tunnel (10 in cadence) Little baby arm circles (10 in cadence front and reverse) Raise the roof (10 in cadence) Frankensteins (10 in cadence) Wave of merkins (8) executed …
11 PAX made their way down to The Castle in order to get better on a rather humid January morning: Disclaimer and The Go Go: 25 Side Straddle Hops 25 TTT 21 LBAC Forward 21 LBAC Backwards 21 Overhead claps 5 Burpees 25 Calf Raises 25 Flutter Kicks 10 Iron Crosses 15 BBSU 5 Burpees …
Conditions: 51 and balmy Opened with disclaimer The Thang: C.O.P. SSH X 25 ( in cadence) 20 Merkins OYO Calf stretch 10 ct each leg Quad stretch 10 ct each leg 5 Burpees OYO Imperial Walkers X 25 ( in cadence) Get Blocks: Shoulder press X 20 ( …
8 PAX ultimately posted at #TheCastle for Backstop’s cardio beat down. We gave Lambchop credit as he drove the hood looking for us and finally caught us in the COT. Most mortals would have called it a morning and went for doughnuts, but Lambchop persevered. Started with the Disclaimer, conditions 42 and nippy. The Thang: Warm …
10 PAX started their week off right by taking the #DRP. Sub-freezing temperatures didn’t keep them away, and they weren’t cold for very long. Conditions – 29 and clear Opened with the Disclaimer The Thang: SSH *20 (IC) Through the Tunnel *20 (IC) Calf Raises *20 (IC) Little Baby Arm Circles – Forward *20 (IC) Little …
6 brave PAX arrived at The Castle to a balmy 42 degrees in the rain (extra gloom!) Opened with the Disclaimer then onto exercises: Side straddle hop (20 in cadence) Through the tunnel (10 in cadence) Little baby arm circles (10 in cadence front and reverse) Raise the roof (10 in cadence) Frankensteins (20/10 per …
Blocks for Days 8 Pax showed up for a mid-week jamboree with lots and lots of blocks. Conditions – 62 degrees, wet and soggy. Disclaimer Air Chair Devotion “Jesus was never in a hurry” In a time where so much is expected of us professionally, at home, boards and organizations we serve, etc. it is …
8 PAX showed up this fine Monday morning to put in some good work and moon gaze. Disclaimer, #Thewarmup 20 TTT 20 calf raises 20 LBAC forwards 20 LBAC backwards 20 Raise the roof 20 BBSU 20 SSH w/ a burpee on every 5 count Run to the guard shack and back #TheGOGO Gather near the …
12 PAX arrived at The Castle hoping (or not) to see Lambchop in his Richard Simmons Halloween Costume. Although we were disappointed, his UFO reflective jacket was a nice touch. Conditions – 58 and perfect for Sweatin’ to the Oldies tank tops and nylon short shorts The Thang: Lambchop led us in a Left/Right leg …
Conditions: 45 and damp. Opened with disclaimer. The Thang: C.O.P. SSH X 25 ( in cadence) 20 Merkins OYO Calf stretch 10 ct each leg Quad stretch 10 ct each leg 5 Burpees OYO Imperial Walkers X 25 ( in cadence) Get Blocks: Shoulder press X 20 ( in cadence) Curls X 20 ( in …
10 PAX arrived at #TheCastle energized by Daylight Savings to get better. We called an audible to allow for some recovery time to our scheduled Q, who finished the GoRuck Light this weekend. Congrats. Kotters to Special K for getting after it this morning. Conditions – 58 and extra gloomy Opened with …
12 PAX arrived at TheCastle to get better, to shake off some (lots of) Halloween candy and to support YHC in his Q. In addition to the Q, YHC had the honor of becoming the AOQ for TheCastle. TClaps to Grilz, McBeal and McLovin for laying the foundation and bringing together a fantastic group of men. …
9 PAX arrived at #TheCastle for a World Series workout courtesy of Backstop. Conditions – 45 and dark Opened with the Disclaimer The Thang: Size straddle hop * 20 (IC) Little baby arms circles forward *15 (IC) Little baby arm circles reverse *15 (IC) Overhead clap *15 (IC) Merkins *10 (OYO) Big boy sit-ups * …
10 PAX arrived at #TheCastle even though it is a teacher work day. The group was energetic and supportive even though this was my first try. Conditions – low 70s and humid Opened with the Disclaimer Side straddle hop * 20 (IC) Through the Tunnel * 20 (IC) Star Jacks * 10 (OYO) Wave of …
11 PAX arrived at #TheCastle for breakfast with Special K. Breakfast came with a side of Side Straddle Hop, which not only provided a solid workout, but generated excellent mumblechatter. Conditions – 60 and beautiful Opened with the Disclaimer The Thang: Through the Tunnel *20 (IC) SSH *25 (IC) Calf Stretch – Right/Left SSH *25 …
10 PAX arrived at #TheCastle for a Dealer’s Choice. Work was done and we all got better. Conditions – 58 and perfect Grilz Opened with the Disclaimer and warmed us up: SSH *25 (IC) Through the Tunnel *10 (IC) Merkins *20 (OYO) Imperial Walkers *20 (IC) Burpees *5 (OYO) Right and Left Calf Stretch Burpees …
9 PAX arrived at #TheCastle to shake off the post-Irma guilt. YHC had the privilege of leading the PAX this morning and they did not disappoint. Conditions – 59 and crisp Opened with the Disclaimer The Thang (all 3 count): Butt Kicks * 20 (IC) High Knees * 20 (IC) Little Baby Arm Circles – …
11 PAX arrived at #TheCastle for a Nickelback rinse and repeat and repeat and repeat and repeat suckfest courtesy of Backstop. The upside is that ‘We’ll all stay skinny ’cause we just won’t eat’ Conditions – 57 and perfect Opened with the Disclaimer The Thang: SSH * 15 (IC) Burpees * 10 (OYO) High Knees …
15 PAX arrived at #TheCastle to get better by playing the Deck of Pain. The “deal” was simple: Each PAX took 2 cards. Spades = Blocks; Clubs = Bricks; Hearts = Cardio; Diamonds = Abs/Quads. Reps were performed by taking the card value and adding 10. 2 Jokers were also included, and unfortunately, the Q drew …
Conditions – 75 and humid Disclaimer The Thang: Warm- up (SSH’s, LBAC’s, Raise the Roof) Indian bear crawl with Merkins Indian crab walk with LBC’s Station 1: Blocks Triceps – 25 Curls – 25 Overhead press – 25 Rows – 25 Bench press – 25 Run the hill Station 2: Merkins – 25 Freddy Mercury’s …
Conditions – 70 something and dark Disclaimer The Thang: Butt Kicks * 20 (IC) High Knees * 20 (IC) Through the Tunnel * 20 (IC) Old Man Arm Circles – Forward * 20 (IC) Old Man Arm Circles – Backward * 20 (IC) SSH * 20 (IC) We moseyed to bottom of hill: AYG sprints …
7 PAX arrived at #TheCastle to get better by playing the Deck of Pain. YHC wanted to pay tribute to the founding of Las Vegas, which occurred on May 15, 1905. The “deal” was simple: Each PAX took 3 cards. Spades = Blocks; Clubs = Bricks; Hearts = Cardio; Diamonds = Abs/Quads. Reps were performed …
13 PAX arrived at #TheCastle to get better by celebrating three national championships for the state of South Carolina over the past year. Coastal Carolina ruled in baseball with a 55-18 record, beating Arizona twice for their championship. Clemson went 14-1 and beat Alabama 35-31 for their championship. Last but certainly not least, the Lady Gamecocks …
9 PAX arrived at the Castle for a post Daytona workout. Even though this was YHC’s fourth Q, the nerves were intense. Adding a bit more anxiety was the garage door malfunction at 5:05am – in hindsight, the slamming of the door after the release from the opener should have gotten some PAX on Foot …
6 PAX arrived at the Castle to get better. Based on YHC’s research, January 23 wasn’t that popular from a history perspective. Having said that, the A-Team debuted on this day back in 1983, so despite Qing without 4 pounds of gold, I tried to channel my best B.A. Baracus and used 5 pound bricks. …