Conditions: 64 and PouringThe F3 gods woke me up at 4:20 AM with a loud thunderous shake to remind me that it was my turn to Q. YHC took a quick look at the radar to prepare for a few more hours fight with the rack monster but the Weather App assured me that skies …
Conditions: Ideal – 61 degreesMany were afraid this day would come……once thought to be urban legend….once thought to be extinct…..feeling the warmth of spring weather….slinking out of a Bishopville swamp…..came the inevitable return of the Lizard Man. The PAX seemed on edge as YHC revealed his two page cheat sheet. After training his whole life …
Brothers In an effort to recognize Pax and their transformation through the Shield Lock of F3, the F3QSource will be spotlighting different groups and individuals that have benefited through the aspects of Fitness, Fellowship, and Faith. Everyone has a different story and reason for the betterment of the F3 brotherhood. As such, we want to …
Conditions: 62 degrees and mildThe first Wednesday edition of F3 Camden Boot Camp was a make-up day for the lightning storm no-go Tuesday. Great weather and dry ground made for a memorable trip through a section of Camden known as Boogertown. Noticing the well-lit streets every F3 morning on commute to Rectory Square, the Q …
25 PAX showed up for YHC’s virgin Q this comfortable 54 degree late March morning. Rumor has it imitation is the highest form of flattery, and, this being my first Q as one of the newer PAX, I thought it would be appropriate to bring back some of my favorite past workouts. Judging by the …
15 PAX braved the impending storms for YHC’s Maiden Q this morning. We all, not so secretly, wished the storms had rolled on in so we would have to roll out of bed.Disclaimer with an extra part today about how if you hear thunder or see lightning the next, immediate and final exercise is run …
****Update*** To register for the event please go to https://www.webscorer.com/register?pid=1&raceid=96457&owner=1 Please put your F3/FIA name in the “second last name” field. To make donations online please go to F35k.com and click on the “Donate Now” button. We will also be accepting cash and check donations on site at the time of the event. ****Update*** The Lexington …
Conditions: Mild (48)16 PAX arrived with weary eyes following a historic Gamecock basketball victory in the sweet sixteen and posted up for a Saturday workout lead by YHC and multiple supporting Lt. Q’s.DisclaimerCOP – Warm UpMerkins X 20 OYO SSH X 20 IC Abe Vigodas X 15 IC (Forward & Reverse) Imperial Walkers X 20 …
Conditions: Headlights On (clear and 36 degrees)23 PAX arrived at the Rectory for Spring Practice drills, inspired by YHC’s high school football glory days, when catching tail was as easy as slipping on a letter jacket. The PAX had many mumbled questions……Did YHC actually play football? Was it a real high school or a fancy …
26 Pax and 3 FNGs enjoyed a warm morning in Rectory Square for more cardio than the Pax were accustomed to. Neon had promised an easy workout so coupons were left in their hiding place. Q introduced a new exercise affectionatly called the Cheerleader. It’s a modified side straddle hop and squat. Requires coordination and …
It seems as though we have been searching for that perfect CSAUP event for some time now. Every year another event comes along and peaks our interest, we all sign up, train for it, and join a handful of brothers who share a decent experience, yet something is missing. The race might be fun but …
Condition – 24 degrees, clear and cold 20 PAX members braved the elements for the coldest day yet in Camden F3. In honor of the real Snooki and the Jersey roots, it was time to spend some time on the Union Street hill. The Thang: Warm upLBAC’s 15 IC forward and backward ATM’s 10, 10, 10 IC SSH 20 …
Conditions: 52 and overcastTo celebrate his Gamecocks making it to the Big Dance Schrute suggested a March Madness themed workout. Being the scrappy point guard and team player I am, who was I to protest?15 PAX jumped out of the Fart Sack for this morning’s workout. Wojo introduced the Front Jack, which made the PAX …
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Weather- 36 and overcast following 12 hours of rain. No one seemed to be interested in BB Sit-Ups, Superman or Open Rock exercises in the mud. Props to those who braved the elements, under threat of impending rain (that did ultimately come as we were driving away) and thumbed their nose at Mother Nature. First …
Conditions: 32 degrees, clear and brisk.Apparently feeling sorry for their country cousin, the pinkie-raising, upper-crust Camden PAX turned the reins over to YHC for Saturday’s Q. Unsure how to handle himself while in the presence of such blue bloods, YHC stayed true to his Toookiedoo roots and decided repeatedly picking up and putting down heavy objects, just …
Conditions: 42 and Crisp.Due to a shortage of Qs from a variety of ailments (pink eye, black lung, crying babies, etc.), Hope Solo got called up once again to lead the PAX in our morning routine. Shocked about the opportunity to lead these fine men once again early in the gloom, the Q tried to …
Conditions: 45 and crisp27 Pax and 1 FNG welcome Foxy and Uhaul back into their Gloom.The Thang: Foxy on Q: Mosey around the AO and circle up. 5 Min AMRAP of 10 SSH 10 Squats 10 Merkins Waiting for the Pax were 11 coupons…rucks and sandbags 40 – 60 lbs. Divide into 2 and 3 …
It has been nearly 8 weeks since F3 Camden launched and the PAX is getting stronger. 15 dedicated men arrived at the Rectory anticipating a block-a-rama from their scheduled Q, Couch Potato, but were disappointed, (or perhaps delighted), to learn that the Couch Potato contracted eye boogers (aka pink eye) and was unable to fulfill …
F3 Dads invites you to sing with the Knights! On May 26th F3 Dads will take the field for the National Anthem! Tickets on Sale Now Click here to get your seats! F3 Dads has a large block of tickets reserved for you and your 2.0s at the Charlotte Knights game on Friday May 26th at BB&T …
After many hours spent preparing for this 45 minute workout, the time had come to lead my first workout. As a virgin Q, I was secretly praying that only a handful PAX would show up for my first go at it, but 26 Pax, including 1 FNG, came out this cool and breezy morning.Conditions- Perfect …
28 PAX came out in the Gloom on the last day of February to brave the Frigid 54 degrees so typical of a harsh South Carolina winter. As this was my Virgin Q, I was more concerned that a.) no one would show up and I would lead a group of “one” or b.) PAX …
Helping launch Camden has been one of the most rewarding F3 experiences I have had in the nearly four years I have been involved in F3. Seeing the progress made by all pax members is fairly incredible in the short amount of time the AO has been open. As the last workout led by F3 …
On Saturday March 4, 2017, the #HIM of the GrandStrand will converge and post at 0700 at #Warthog to HONOR our Brother, William “Willie” James Pederson – aka Dipstick Billboard will be on Q. Other AO’s here will be closed. Please post at #Warthog If you are visiting in the area, please join us as …
Pre-Blast – Convergence to HONOR our Brother Dipstick – March 4, 2017Read More »
Conditions: 54 degrees, and mildI will admit to having a rather sleepless night prior to my first Q. I was busy trying to control all the scenarios going on in my head. I had thoughts like, “What if I have a record crowd and I run out of benches for this section?” and “Is there …
Like a phoenix, this morning Wojo rose from the ashes of near death in anticipation of losing his Q virginity to a bunch of middle aged men. If this were Medieval Times people would sing songs about the bravery he showed. Overcoming a weeklong absence due to the black plague (some might call it the …
Hustler and Polo from F3 Columbia made the trek over to F3 Camden to lead this ever growing AO. TClaps to Spread and Furlough for hoping in the clown car to make the trek over. As one pax member on Twitter noted, “Welcome F3 Camden to the 1,000,000 reps” you are about to complete…well, we …
When I moved to Camden four years ago, I had two main thoughts come to mind: this city is going to be full of a lot of old people (mostly right) and there is a lot of history to explore in my new home. I heard all about Historic Camden, Joseph Kershaw & King Haigler, …
22 PAX chose this day to emerge from the heart of darkness and post up to Camden’s 1st workout with the training wheels off. YHC was honored and more than humbled to take his DRP and lead these men in our continued efforts to combat Sad Clown Syndrome. As usual, the PAX came out of …
It’s time to sign up for the 2017 F3 Super Bowl.
27 pax (including 3 FNGs) decided this morning they were going to take the #DRP and post – not just for themselves; but for each other. Remember that, men. When you post, it’s not just for you. It’s for that guy beside you. The guy who may have had a rough week at work, might …
I BELIEVE yet I’ve never BEEN. I’ve never walked where Jesus walked and I’ve never seen the land that Jesus saw. That’s gotta change. Have you been? Don’t we have to go at least once? If you’ve been once…why not twice? If you’re like me you’re a Christian and have been for decades. Yet I’ve …
Today concluded the last “F3 Columbia led midweek workout” for Camden. Columbia and Lake Murray are going to support for a couple more Saturday’s, but the cord is getting cut as Camden leads their own workouts starting next Tuesday. Really appreciate Hot Tub, Lederhosen, and Big Worm for making the trip over to Camden during …
The F3 Marketing Team will soon select and unveil a new national Official F3 Race Jersey Logo for 2017. PAX from all regions are invited to submit ideas for this year’s design. Like previous years, we plan to keep the standard F3 logo on the front, uniting us as one F3 Nation, and feature a …
Now Accepting Entries for the Official 2017 F3 Race Jersey LogoRead More »
20, with 2 FNGs, for Q-101, and the final, weekend Launch Q, at F3 Camden. YHC was honored to be asked to Q this workout, and to drop a little knowledge on the Camden Pax, which have come out of the gates hot as they launch F3 South Carolina’s newest AO. Great group of men …
16 PAX arrived in force to feel the furry of the RS400. Conditions: 49°. The PAX were quiet . . .YHC sported his yellow, nylon 1993 CHS letterman jacket in honor of the AO for the first two minutes. Warm Up: SSH x 20 IC TTT x 15 IC BBSU x 20 OYO ‘Merkins …
1st Annual Running of the Rectory Square 400 comes to CamdenRead More »
Hartsville and Florence pax made the short trip to Camden to lead the third week of the F3 Camden launch. The group is growing strong with 35 in attendance with 4 FNG’s. The visiting pax came bearing gifts, but not necessarily welcome ones.The group started with a warm-up led by Little Jack.Penningtons, both forward and …
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What: Fire Truck Pull Benefitting Curing Kids’ Cancer When: April 8, 2017 (yes, I know, it’s the Clemson Spring Game) Where: 1800 Laurel St. Who: All Pax who care about the battle kids must wage to fight cancer Why: Because it’s a family fun time and it’s for a good cause Cost: $200 per team, …
Curing Kids’ Cancer Fire Truck Pull, 2017 PreblastRead More »
19 PAX seemed to come from every corner of the gloom this morning for the first Thursday workout for this newly formed Camden AO. YHC hinted at the fact that today was Groundhog Day may play a factor in to the morning’s workout. Didn’t take long to figure out what that could possibly mean. Disclaimer / …
When: 1/31/2017Conditions: slight chill with a little humidityQIC: Big WormPax: Cornwallis, Schrute, Harper Valley, Big Load, Geico, Timber, Hope Solo, Abbie Wombac, Ponzi, Neon, Sinkhole, Berry, Wojo, Dufresne, Sanford, Big Worm, FNG Jack Carrington (Peach).The Thang:DisclaimerCircle up in Rectory Square park near Fair Street. Brief warm up consisting of arm circles, overhead clap, 20 squats …
28 PAX (including 5 FNGs) emerged from the #Fartsack on this beautiful winter morning in search of a way to #GetBetter. Lingering in the #Gloom were the PAX of F3 Blythewood and F3 Columbia, including Prom and YHC, who came ready to offer up their services to the PAX of F3 Camden following a gracious …
Second Week in F3 Camden: Monkey Humpers and #2ndFRead More »
Some things are worth the wait…F3 Camden was originally planned to be launched on 1/7/2017, but icy road conditions for the traveling pax made the launch get pushed back one week. Well, this was one decision that was worth the wait. 44 pax with 17 FNG’s arrived at Rectory Square for the launch of F3 …