0529 – Disclaimer NOT given via GIFER 0530 – Music begins with the subtle chimes of the classical “Hells Bells” performed by the AC/DC Orchestra Warm Up – SSH (IC) – x 10 Imperial Walker (IC) x 10 Lap around dirt lot (noted it has been graded yet still has huge puddles, good job Richland …
CONDITIONS 70’s and humid. Both the air and the tension in said air were so thick you could cut them with a chainsaw. You see, rumors were swirling at Depot this morning. Last night’s Depot chat (also known as “The Real Housewives’ of Depot” in some circles) was on fire. Like a flaming dumpster in …
Disclaimer Warm up– TTT x11– SSH x10– Windmill x10– Imperial x10– Overhead arm clap x20 One big lap, grab a block, to the big field A friend of mine taught me this in high school I’m not sure if it’s a Navy Seal, Army Ranger, or other military workout, but it’s a good warmup: * …
CONDITIONS 60’s and clear. A veritable pantheon of celestial bodies everywhere you looked (also Jupiter and Venus shone brightly in the sky). Speaking of celestial bodies, 14 of Depot’s finest gathered to celebrate YHCs temporary departure from the gloom (as his orbit takes him “out west”) by getting a little work in. WARM UP Today’s …
CONDITIONS Sixty degrees and despite a few hours of rain last night, much like that delicious looking chicken sandwich the ladies on Insta are flexing with, it was dry….really, really dry. Conditions were perfect for a little fun and games, especially after Buddy Love produced a Penny Hardaway-themed outdoor basketball to the crowd, which was …
CONDITIONS A perfect 46 degrees and mostly dry conditions (in the track area at least). Partly cloudy, with a 40% chance of rain that never materialized. PAX chippy (RIP) and energized thanks mostly to an FNG in our midst (more on him later), but also at the sight of 5 basketballs that had been staged …
CONDITIONS ~38 degrees, cool with clear skies. PAX questioning the presence of Lumbergh’s block in the middle of the driveway when they arrived. With Lumbergh on IR, it meant YHC had to step it up with the inappropriate comments and innuendo. Those are big shoes to fill (nestled beneath shapely tatted up calves) could YHC …
‘Twas a chilly morning at Depot but still shorts weather. Also, no better way to warm up than some cardio! WARM UP A group jog while one PAX sprints from the back to front of the line. THE THANG BUCKS – all OYO 5 Block Burpees run 1 lap 5 Block Burpees; 10 …
CONDITIONS/FORESKIN Slightly cloudy, ~37 degrees, but felt a bit warmer than that. It seems to always be warmer than you think once you get to working out. A lot of us were shedding outer layers only a few minutes in. I’m getting ahead of myself, however. When the Q arrived about a minute late, all …
CONDITIONS 60+ degrees and moist….typical winter in SoCarl (no quite as cool sounding as “SoCal”, but maybe it will stick…we’ll see) WARM UP Most of the PAX did the #DepotDoubleDown and ran for varying distances of 3-8 miles, including m’boy Lap Dog (who skipped out on the hoops). M’boy Buddy Love, who recently got rid …
CONDITIONS Nearly 50 degrees, slight drizzle, 5 PAX questioning the life choices that led them to the moist parking lot this AM, and wondering in general…. …..they hit the snooze button I suppose (does snooze do anything if you’ve set no alarm?). Nonetheless, 5 of Depot’s finest (well 4 + me) began our day off …
7 #MenOfDepot slayed the #fartsack for an improv Q at the hands of YHC. Usually YHC likes to meticulously lay out his Q’s with flashing lights, polyhedral dice, and/or politically offensive paraphernalia. Today; however, we decided to “wing it”. Quick BB for my many fan (singular intentional, thanks Mom for always hitting like button). Disclaimer/Warm …
Special thanks to everyone at Depot, the journey since May 2015, and helping me become a better person. Appreciate the 3 F’s, friendships, and accountability. Conditions: Moist, 73* and 95% humidityDisclaimer given COP: SSH x 20 ICTTT x 11 ICWindmill x 10 ICMerkins x 10 ICLBC x 10 IC The Thang Indian Run big loop, grab …
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“The Thang”: 15 PAX (a few good men) got up and fought of the snooze demons to make themselves better today. They came to smell what the Darla is cooking! Conditions were moist and humid…Time to bring it on! Warmup/CoP: After disclaimer, Indian run/jog around the Depot (guessing about 800 meters) to wake the body …
22 Pax coming out for all of the points at Depot this morning. Conditions – Moist and sweaty but cool for the season. Disclaimer was given FNG was recognized and given appropriate instructions Warm Up: TTT x 10 LBAC x 10FW x 10Reverse Grab a block while YHC grabs his bluetooth speaker that some thought …
Conditions/Foreskin Lower 70’s with a bit of humidity. The thrill of victory made only slightly less palpable by the agony of defeat. For you see, a competition was afoot today at Depot for the 4th running of THE Buddy Love. As you also see from the list of PAX, the namesake to this here routine …
CONDITIONS/FORESKIN Lower 30’s and dark. The thin sliver of a waning moon illuminating the fields of Depot as space stations and satellites flew overhead and a social media addicted robot tweeted duck lip photos and snarky comments from 300 million miles away. YHC found himself in similar conditions 4 years ago (well minus the twitter …
Upon arrival, everyone was wondering what the newly placed tent and orange cones came from. Then, it was natural to realize, this is probably a better location for covid testing (versus the small parking lot at Ballentine Library). They didn’t ask us permission, Depot attorneys are looking at our options. Warmup: SSH x 20 TTT …
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Conditions Weather – 43 and cloudy with only a slight threat of rain which never materialized. A few twinkling red and green lights on the new track hearkening back to Christmases from long ago. The Q – Definitely not a professional. Beard trimmed and clean clothes, but a bit anxious after realizing he hasn’t Q’ed …
Hello all and Happy New Year!!! The “interesting” year that was 2020 is now over and PAX all across F3 Nation continue to #RiseAndGrind and consume those yummy #DRPs in 2021. While most of us are eager to put 2020 behind us, let’s take a few moments to look back and celebrate some of …
The Weather Chilly 34 Degrees at kickoff – clear skies, full hearts, can’t lose! Disclaimer – The grass was cold for a few of the snowflakes in the group, but as stated 1 minute prior to start, modify as needed. It should be noted that the modify was intended for physical exertion, not preference of …
Still YCH’s nemesis Conditions: 59 degrees. As Borat would say.. Very Nice! Disclaimer/Warm up: There was a (partial) disclaimer at least… Maybe walking to get blocks counts as a warmup? (The complaints about lack of warmup have been taken under advisement, not promising I will do anything about it, but it’s under consideration. …
In the ongoing series of honoring the #UTP of Lake Murray (The Smithers; The Pothole; The Arrears; The Moose; The Neckbrace; The Spano), this morning we introduced The JD. Strong, resilient, candid, loyal: These are adjectives we can assign to everyone’s favorite physical therapist hailing from West Virginia. To that end, we attempted to create …
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Conditions: Nice, humid fall morning. 66 degrees 25 guys levitated out of the fart sack this morning and got better (Could have been 26, Stagecoach…). I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, I’m better because of Depot, our guys, and your accountability. I’ve been doing this consistently since May 2015 and my mindset …
CONDITIONS/FORESKIN Conditions were the same as Susanna Hoffs internet fan base (save YHC who is 43)…..lower 60’s, mostly dry with a hint of Ben Gay, and a lot of dudes walking like Egyptians…. In this case, the Egyptian-walking was due to lower back and high ass meat issues related to a few hundred yards of …
Welcome, Disclaimer, and Conditions With the August F3Depot challenge nearing completing and more pax achieving #UTP greatness everyday I felt it was time to unveil the #UTP Games! After a ruck/run tour of Ballentine 25 Pax got right to work following a disclaimer and brief explanation of the torture YHC had planned. Conditions were overcast, …
CHALLENGE NOTES AND INSTRUCTIONS ALL BELOW 8/18/20 Challenge Update Another day in the #gloom and more records demolished. Today’s 22 PAX at Depot was the largest non-convergence get together YHC can remember for many a moon (#MakeDepotGreatAgain). We even have a few regulars out on IR or traveling today. Most importantly, we had 20 for …
The past year has been a whirlwind in so many ways. A year ago I was a newish father who had lived here only a couple of years with not many friends in the area and no motivation to workout. My excuses included not having enough time or a crazy work schedule when in reality …
#MenofDepot, We’ve had a great deal of momentum at Depot the last few weeks with some folks coming off IR, some newer PAX embracing F3, and some seasoned #UTP back in the game and kicking ass. As we all know, momentum is a fickle mistress (JDee, 2020), so we can’t let our guards down. We …
16 Pax (15 BC and a runner) came out to pick things up and put them down, which turned into a little Q wine making and tasting. The THREE AMIGOS were back together, thanks for coming across the pond Arrears! 1 minute warning was skipped, tunes needed IT support, thanks for the offer Moose, I …
After crying myself to sleep last night fearfull that no one would post this morning YHC was pleasantly surprised to see 11 pax post albeit 4 of them were there to run…their loss. One of the benefits of posting at several different AOs this summer has been the variety of workouts. Today I combined a …
13 pax came out to 1) Get Better and 2) Support my recent 37th birthday and 3) Celebrate my 5 year anniversary of being a part of F3 Depot. Little did everyone know, they will never look at the number 37 again, at least today.. 1 minute warningDisclaimer: At your own risk, do what you …
YHC thought it would be a good idea to actually meet at Depot this morning, apparently most of the other PAX missed the memo. Once everyone showed up around 06:33 we got to work, which meant 5 burpees right off the bat. Conditions A relaxing 75 degrees and 80% humidity made for ideal moist conditions …
Welcome…Disclaimer…yada…yada…yada As we all know abs are made in the kitchen, however when you need that last minute boost before a beach trip you can count on YHC’s last minute six pack routine to almost get you there! It was epically gloomy 70 degrees with off the charts humidity in our garages this morning as …
15 PAX assembled for Selection Tuesday. Selection + (any day of the week) = A workout that is meant to be more challenging than usual. Something that reminds us all of what we were each told when we first started – “it doesn’t get easier, you get better.” Disclaimer: Quick, there is much to do. …
Welcome to Depot! Traditionally, especially in the CrossFit world, The Murph is done on memorial day as a way to honor those men and women who died while serving our country. This workout is named after Navy Lt. Michael Murphy, is done with a weight vest, and includes 100 pull ups, 200 push ups, and …
The stage was set for the revival of in person bootcamps at #DEPOT. YHC was honored to lead the charge. 21 PAX full of approximately 5 weeks of pent up energy and mumble chatter that cannot be properly expressed on Zoom were ready to get after it. The energy and intensity was too great to …
A Depot Special Valentine’s 14 Pax endured the cold for a beatdown with their Valentine. Warmup The Thang Some PAX broke off and did their own thang, that’s ok we all got better! Happy Valentine’s Day!
From the creator of the Arrears 500® and the Mosey Suicide® INTRODUCING THE ARREARS PT TEST Last time YHC attended a Depot bootcamp we did the dreaded PT test. YHC thought its past time the PT test got bedazzled Start time: 6:31AM YHC rolls into the AO like Depot greats Pothole (present, in spirit) and …
One minute warning Disclaimer It was all done. Conditions 60 degrees, cloudy, and 90% humidity. A perfect spring morning in the GLOOM. Warmups SST x 20(5) IC TTT x 20 IC Windmills x 20 IC Mosey for ~400 meters The Thang 20 Squats slow cadence 20 Mountain Climbers Slow Cadence 20 Merkins Slow Cadence 20 …
CONDITIONS/FORESKIN An absolute gem of a morning in the gloom….62 degrees and humid….in December no less. If only the December 2009 version of YHC, bundled up, living in PA, and shoveling a foot of snow after a blizzard, could see the 2019 version of YHC this morning. After saying, “damn you’re old”….. …..he’d likely say, …
YHC pulled into the Depot this morning with a new bag of tricks and a beatdown surprisingly devoid of any block work. Sorry Chippy. Once Box Wine exited his vehicle and joined the PAX we got right to work. Disclaimer? What disclaimer? Oh…that disclaimer. Does it really matter? Conditions A cool 42 degrees, partly cloudy, …
Previews Mumble chatter was at an all time high today, not sure if everyone was in such a good mood because it was my birthday this past Wednesday or because Thanksgiving is next week. One thing is for sure it was not because of the weather or this morning’s workout. Lumbergh’s discussion on what appendages …
Conditions of the Gloom This morning was…gloomy. 60 degrees, dark, and humid. To some PAXs dismay there was no handball which meant no games, only betterment. There was very little mumblechatter aside from speculations of how many PAX could fit into STH’s car so we got right to work. Disclaimer/Warmups YHC surprised everyone with the …
CONDITIONS/FORESKIN Lower 70’s temperature, high humidity, and even some fog this morning after the thunderstorms last night. Given the excitement of today’s mystery Q, the PAX were excited and undeterred by the 0615 start, humidity, and soggy field conditions. They were hopeful; however, that whoever was Q, he would as Benjamin Buford Blue liked to …
CONDITIONS/FORESKIN Lower 70’s temperature, high humidity, but crystal clear South Carolina summer morning skies. A faint hint of Coppertone (the man and the sun cream) in the air, cut through only by the anticipation of the PAX for the Hostel beatdown they paid their hard earned money for. Hostel’s work (traveling male gigolo…..attorney…..something) has him …
16 PAX (1 runner) post this morning for Depot’s version of Coachella (for you #respect and #almostrespect guys read: Woodstock). Conditions: low 80’s after last night’s storm Disclaimer: YHC was a little sleepy but the Disclaimer was given with much enthusiasm Sabes que esa beba está buscando de mi bom, bom COP: Some of the …
15 PAX post at DEPOT for YHC’s VQ. YHC has been delaying this but was determined to get in in before his 1 yr anniversary which was thought to be late June but is actually July 21st. (Dang, this could have been delayed a little longer but grateful for the mistake). Today’s workout was inspired …
Conditions: What’s colder than ice cold? Depot in the middle of May. Not that cold but a lot colder than most of us anticipated. 51 degrees and not too cold for ranger panties – light breeze. Speaking of breeze, YHC blows in like a gust of wind with about 45 seconds to spare. Ties shoes …
7 PAX including 2 runners posted to celebrate Valentine’s Day with YHC. No cards or candy here. YHC pulls up with about 30 seconds to spare. With the extra time spent in bed YHC was able to think about the history of Valentine’s Day….. Brief History Lesson: Between 600CE – 800CE, a forbidden love was born. …
The stage was set for YHC’s 4 year Q. Would he show on time?? Would he be able to count?? Has he lost his magic?? 17 PAX posted to find out. Conditions: A warm 46 degrees, clear skies. The PAX had that certain clear eyes, full hearts, can’t lose aura. Disclaimer: 4 years at it, at least 600 …
Reflection: YHC is not really sure what happened during this Q. When YHC took the available date to Q, he figured we would just chill, have a good time, joke around etc. Especially considering that our beloved handball has been tabled due to the recent Seattle type weather in our area. THIS IS NOT WHAT HAPPENED …
Conditions: 35 Degrees, chilly (but not for long) Disclaimer: YHC has almost been active (keyword: active) in F3 for 4 years and is still not a professional COP: One of our own PAX has said many times that there is no “warm-up” at bootcamps. That If you want a warm up arrive earlier at the …
Have y’all ever wanted to go where everyone knows your name and they’re always glad you came? It felt like that today at Depot! 21 PAX participants and appearances from some not-so-regular-PAX. There were a few notable PAX missing, you know who you are. YHC won’t shame you here, that’s reserved for the highly coveted …
Not YHC’s first Q, but definitely YHC’s first BB. Yes, technically its 5 days late, but that is better than 9 months…. Conditions: According to the weather almanac – Upper 40’s, partly sunny, partly cloudy, chance of rain but not too much, but it could potentially, well possibly rain. Weatherman gig nailed, I need an …
Conditions: 46 and chilly, luckily not a drop of rain in sight. Surprising after it poured regrets, excuses, and tummy aches the night before – you know who you are. Disclaimer: Sorry F3Nation YHC did not give one today. Those present today know YHC is not a professional. No one was injured except YHC who almost …
Definition: Before you consult Google Translate it means “the big turkey.” Cultural Lesson: In ColOmbia, South America, turkey is a special meat only eaten on very special occasions, weddings, promotions etc. It’s special because its expensive and not affordable by many. So if you have a pavo grande you are lucky. Much in that same essence Depot …
11 PAX and 2 runners bare the cold for a surprise trick or treat Q hosted by YHC. Would there be candy? Would there be prizes for the best costume? We would soon find out. The first trick as YHC as the Q. The first treat was finally having *someone* bring the Shovel Flag home. …
Conditions: 71 degrees, and surprisingly warm. The PAX knew it was warm when they saw Coppertone pull up to the AO. Disclaimer: Air tight. COP: First excercise – chase the two runners down the hill of the entrance. It was obvious the 12 of us were not going to catch them so: TTT x 10 IC …