Author: Flatline

  • “Yes, I like to lick people.”

    15 Cold Steel F3 Rangers arrived at Mary to finish the first full week of 19 off in style…..including one fine canine friend, Sally. YHC tried to come up with a creative route on Thursday but all YHC could think about was Army ROTC and the KISS method-Keep It Simple Stupid. So keeping with my ROTC education, route explained. Down Grove and R on Boulevard. 4 milers run to Christopher Columbus, circle, and back. 5 milers, run to Carillon and back. 6 milers run to Carillon and one loop around Fountain Lake with a lap around the block at Mary….YHC calcs were slightly off for 6 miles.

    Number-ama, Name-r-ama, Announcements: 1/26 Puppy Pile, Q is Ollivander.

    YHC took us out.

    Naked Mole Skin: Some how in the gloom, YHC heard TYA say “……like to lick people.” YHC believes this deviated from kicking some ass to……..

    Swiper thank you for 2nd F during our run and you sandbagger…..Swirly, great pace and 2nd F for the last mile. Super strong finish!

    YHC was thinking after COT, hard to open doors at grocery stories when they are all electric sliding doors. O well…

    Continue with determination and grit. For we are a solid group that the world and our community needs! Only those who post understand.

    Loud and Proud,

    Flatline

  • If you share your neighbors SUV, what else do you share?

    8 Foot Soldiers arrived to BWES to see what was going on? YHC forgot his time keeper so Gumbo assisted throughout the morning….YHC had a 6 mile route for Rosie but he declined so….4 and 5 mile route explained and 0530 so up Twin Team to Ellesmere. R on Ellesmere to Brigstock. 4 milers take a R on Brigstock and back to Twin Team and down the slope. 5 milers, L on Brigstock to Mount Hill. R on Mount Hill and Mount Hill to Brigstock. L on Brigstock to Twin Team and down the slope!

    Lead group moseyed around JRHS and lagging group met them head on at JRHS parking lot. PAX all finished together with Gumbo proclaiming there was 5 minutes left. Time for Mary….x 15 LBC’s and x 15 Box Cutters. Flip sides…..ROF- x 5 Merkins. Gumbo proclaimed one minute left so squat and hold till 0615.

    Number-ama, Name-r-ama, Announcements: Puppy Pile moved to January 26. Evidently a few Pax members are really excited about Hardywoods’ Q at Dogpile this weekend!! Hardywood has lost the hate!

    YHC took us out!

    NMS: So the title of the backblast……DK was borrowing his neighbors Jeep so that his niece can travel to Philly. Evidently Dk’s sister has more children than vehicles. Limehouse-great to run with you this morning. Gumbo thank you for time keeping and DK, I will stop asking.

    Great for Pax members to head off lead group several times and finish the runs as a group!

    Thank you for sacrificing the warm bed this morning to log a few miles before the start of our work day! Only those who post understand.

    Loud and Proud,

    Flatline

  • Yup, The Swamp is appropriate!

    16 Super Troopers and 1 FNG posted to Twin Team this morning in hopes of finishing the first week of 2019 in a glorious fashion.  0530….with Radar coming in hot, time to mosey to the parking lot near The Swamp.

    COP- x 15 Russian Soldiers, x 15 Hillbillies, x 15 Invisible Jump Ropes, x 15 Copperhead Squats, x 20 Box Cutters, x 20 Flutter Kicks, x 20 LBC’s….with a slight crack in YHC voice, time to mosey onward to The Swamp (aka JR stadium).

    Merkin Mile-x 12 Merkins and run a lap. Repeat x 4. Voila!

    On to the football field. Yup, soaked, saturated, diluted. Totally wet. At the end line, line up. Run to 25 yard line, x 25 Freddie Mercuries, bear crawl back to end line. Run to 50 yd line, x 50 Squats, bear crawl back to end line. Run to 75 yr line, x 75 SSH-audible-lunges back to  end line. Run 100 yds, x 100 LBC, lunge back to end line.  With time still on the clock…

    PAX lines up on the salle de bain, balls to the wall and chicken peckers. YHC started. x 10 2 count chicken peckers down the line. Quickly turned into single count and Greenbow starting at the other end to meet in the middle for times sake! Time to mosey back to the flag…..yup, through the parking lot and across a more dry field at BWES!

    Number-ama, Name-r-ama, Announcements: Oliveander has an impending preblast for puppy pile sometime in January.  What ever your resolution, continue to post and EH that guy who needs to fix Sad Clown Face!!

    YHC took us out.

    Naked Mole Skin-17 PAX members at Twin Team this am. Super awesome gents!! Limehouse, welcome to F3 RVA. Unique situation that you are a resident of the 711 corridor who went to the Citadel and were named in SC. Welcome! And you EH’d an FNG-Flat Tire-at your very first post. Outstanding. It is only suiting we welcome a Citadel grad into the mix. Let the banter begin…VMI vs Citadel. Welcome Flat Tire!

    YHC cadence and voice cracking…..always a pleasure to entertain in the COP!

    Moseying back to the flag, YHC could have lead the PAX back around on the road. But, running across another field sounded great!

    DK was startled by a possum walking on the curb near the bus. And, he thought the possum was rabid…..hence his inability to take us out!

    Thank you for following this morning. Finish the week strong and continue to lead by example!

    Only those who post understand!

    Loud and Proud,

    Flatline

     

  • For today a Savior is Born

    4 Wisemen posted to No Toll this morning in hopes of seeing the Big Guy in a sleigh or observing a heavenly host. Instead, a cool morning with the light of the moon, and a run heavy workout, by none other than YHC, was in store!

    0530…Merry Christmas with 5 burpees OYO. Mosey to COP- x 25 Copperhead Squats, x 25 Helicopters, x 25 Russian Solders, x 25 LBC’s, x 25 Flutter Kicks. Ok….mosey and tend to the flocks by night….

    Running 2 laps around the soccer field and x 25 Merkins, x 25 LBC’s, OYO. Repeat, 2 more laps and x 25 Merkins, x 25 LBC’s. Mosey to the soccer field….

    PLT’s….each Wiseman performs x 100 leg tosses….any count necessary…just get to 100 LT’s!

    Run 2 more laps, and x 25 Merkins, x 25 LBC’s, OYO. Mosey back to the flag.

    Number-ama, Name-r-ama, Announcements- Marmaduke’s last day to collect winter gear is this Saturday!

    YHC took us out!

    NMS: YHC thought this would be his first solo Q but Doozy was on site before YHC with AO secure! Mr. Holland enjoy the morning with your children. Beaker, safe travels to NOVA today! Gentlemen, it was a pleasure getting in the mileage this morning.

    Gentlemen, for today a Savior was born! As we celebrate today with family, let us remember those who may not have the blessings we enjoy……including those with a sad clown face! We have been given the gift of F3 and it our responsible to spread the word. May we continue to give through this year and next!

    Only those who post understand! And one this most holy night……

    Loud and Proud,

    Flatline

  • No cotton shirt, heck no shirt at all…

    The rain held off just enough for 23 Weather Men and 1 Canine to pound the pavement and start the Christmas Season weekend off with a stellar beginning. Usually the Q initiates go time at 0530 but the PAX was eager to move so off the PAX went at 05:29:40 secs. Prior to the early start, YHC awaited the question from the PAX as to “Who has the Q?” or “Where are we running?” But Saab looks at YHC, “Well, Flatline are we to guess?”  The Route=out and back:

    Commonwealth to Monument. Monument to Shephard and back=4 miles. Monument to Strawberry St and back=5 miles. Monument down to General Lee, circle, and back=6 miles.   A few PAX members were rucking and a few walking. Lug, slightly tardy, did what he needed to do! And Sippy Cup-lone gear man this am!

    Number-ama, Name-r-ama, Announcements: Shakedown found 2015 RTD article on F3 and complimented all PAX members in the article are still posting. NO DOUBT!! Fudd stated the obvious, it’s raining. YHC took the clue…

    YHC took us out!

    NMS: Evidently Swirly missed the weather report for this morning and arrived with a long sleeve shirt on to run. That shirt did not stand a chance!! The sun was not out, but those guns were!!

    BT, Shakedown, Handshake, Pullout-that first mile, boy, we took off! Little faster than YHC wanted but it worked. Shakedown, YHC always love the early morning cadence with you!!

    Vinny-congrats on your in-laws celebrating 50 yr anniversary, as well as your parents. That bar is set high!! Vinny will actually miss a work out tomorrow morning!

    Handshake, respect the posting considering your fluid intake last night! Respect!

    Gentlemen, much respect to all this  morning for our jog down Monument! Only those who post understand. Continue to inspire and drive the power of hope! Merry Christmas and Blessings to the entire PAX. Loud and Proud.

    CAVU,

    Flatline

  • Stay on the white stuff!!

    9 Snow Men arose this morning, dug out, and posted to a mainly safe Q by YHC. To say the parking lot was safe at No Toll is a stretch, but YHC arrived to secure and observe the AO-developing the Q as YHC went along!

    0530-1st declaration..men be safe running to the COP. And as the PAX moseyed to COP, YHC observed Dr. Tryhard go down and immediately YHC goes down too. YHC thinks Bullseye went down too. YUP, ice everywhere!! More caution needed….stay on the white stuff……large patch of white stuff found for COP……COP= x 25 SSH, x 20 Imperial Walkers, x 15 Copperhead Squats, x 15 Arm Circles (x 10 small, x 5 big/ forward and backward), x 10 SSH. Time to mosey to pavilion and partner up.

    Dora= Partner 1 performs exercises while Partner 2 runs across the soccer field. Set exercises=x100 Merkins, x 200 LBC’s, x 300 Mountain Climbers. Run, exercises…switch and repeat till finished. PAX blazed a nice out and back trail to avoid running in deep snow!

    PLT (Partner Leg Toss)…perform AMRAP and switch. Each group finishes 200 PLT’s.  After finished, IC-x 10 HRM (Hand Release Merkins). Time to mosey back to the basketball court. Again the command, stay on the white stuff and avoid the ice!!

    PAX managed to stay up right and YHC had to think on the fly because next set of exercises were on the road and parking lot. PAX decision to avoid the road and parking lot so to the basketball court we went…partner up again.

    Dora= x 100 SSH (I think, memory issue) , x 200 Freddie Mercuries, x 300 Alabama Prom dates. Partner 1=exercises, Partner 2=karaoke suicides.

    Find fresh snow, perform snow angel. Mosey back to parking lot with a few minutes to spare. Ring of Fire=x 10 HRM’s.

    Number-ama, Name-r-ama, Annoucements; HDHH, Dec 19 at Capital Ale House. Marmaduke will take all winter coats that you would like to donate.

    Dr. Tryhard took us out!

    NMS: YHC had no real idea of the Q this morning due to conditions. So thank you for following!! Dr Tryhard and Bullseye, glad to share the experience of falling on the ice. Gents, glad everyone made it through the workout in one piece.  YHC hopes the 9 Snow Angels sparks conversation at some point at No Toll today!! They looked perfect!

    Bullseye-dressing like Rosie def impresses YHC and yes, one day you may be able to run as fast!! You are posting which is ass kicking so keep it up!

    Tobit-first the gloves for spring and summer time. Dude, you post enough that winter gloves are advised!! And PAX is always here for the push!!

    Don Draper-nice form on the PLT’s! Nice work!

    PAX members-9 Snow Men this am is super awesome. RESPECT!!

    Again, second Dora was on the fly so thank you for following. Pleasure was all mine this morning as we navigated the ice and enjoyed the white stuff! Much respect for wearing running shoes too!! Yes, YHC had his trusty boots!!

    Only those who post understand!!

    Loud and Proud,

    Flatline

  • Keeping with Tradition

    YHC arrived to Huguenot Park with New Market already on scene. Flag planted and in the car position till 0525. Time to emerge from the warmth of the SUV and await the PAX to arrive…..17 Cold Steel Warriors in the gloom, waiting to see what YHC had in store. 0530……time to mosey.

    COP= x15 Arm Circle, forward and backward. x 20 SSH, x 20 Imperial Walkers, x 20 Flutter Kicks, x 20 LBC’s, x 20 Plank Jacks. Enough……1 lap around the fields to increase blood circulation.

    Triple Check= 1 Partner performs x 2 runs across the field. 2nd Partner, dips. 3rd Partner, WWII situps. Mosey to the basketball courts.

    Dora-cides so partner up= 1 Partner runs suicides, 2nd Partner performs set exercises, switch and repeat. x 100, 2 count Freddie Mercuries. x 200 Imperial Walkers, single count. x 300 SSH.  Mosey to far corner of basketball court.

    Ascending Four Corners= Corner 1, x 10 Merkins. Lunges to Corner 2= x 10 Merkins, x 20 Flutter Kicks, 2 count. Lunges to Corner 3, x 10 Merkins, x 20 Flutter Kicks, x 30 Plank Jacks. Lunges to Corner 4, x 10 Merkins, x 20 Flutter Kicks, x 30 Plank Jacks, x 40 WWII situps.

    And Rosie politely stated, “0615.”

    Mosey back to the flag. Number-ama, Name-r-ama, Announcements: Marmaduke is still collecting winter weather gear for donations.

    YHC took us out.

    NMS= YHC has been absent over the past several weeks for Thanksgiving with M’s family and hunting the white tail buck in Rockbridge. Everyday, YHC thought about the PAX and the workouts that had transpired. To say YHC missed this group is an understatement!! Glad to be back in the PAX and at the gloom!

    Doozy, way to workout with just us two during the triple check.

    Dr. Tryhard, YHC’s bad on missing the crucial fact you are a graduate of The Institute. Outstanding work and the privilege was all mine this morning. May God continue to bless your missionary work!

    Rosie and short sleeves. Respect!

    Gentlemen, hope is a powerful thing. The strength and hope you show YHC every morning is my blessing in this Christmas Season. Continue to shine the light and give hope to that one person who may need it!!

    It was a honor to lead the PAX this morning. Thank you for following!

    Only those who post understand!

    Loud and Proud,

    Flatline

  • Yup, that route worked!

    YHC arrived this morning first on site to BWES and boy did YHC need a run. Losing power at 0221….WTF!?!? The only neighborhood in Bon Air!! And 6 PAX members quickly followed. 7 Men overcame the warmth of the fart sack to log a few miles off the 711 corridor. The route: out of BWES, R on Robious, L on Kings Farm Rd which turns into Queens Grant, R on Royal Crest Dr, R on Riverdowns Dr, and back to BWES=4 miles. 5 milers run past BWES to Robious Landing and circle back. 6 milers run to Robious Landing than to top of Tarrington where Club House is located and back to BWES.

    Perfect route. Back at 0614.

    Number-ama, Name-r-ama, Announcements: Thanksgiving Day, 0600 45MoM.

    YHC took us out!

    NMS-Rosie took off like a man on a mission and did the 5 mile route and may have created is his own 6 mile route! Like a shotgun, bang….what’s up with that thang?! Impressive Rosie.

    YHC was going to run 5 but circled back to catch the 6 every so often. Running alone on a Monday morning…F that! 4 PAX members and YHC had a good run and 2nd F during the run was superb! Singer, great catching up with you. DK, HTTR and yes, sometimes I agree, why do we bother! But that what fans do!!

    And yes, Queens Grant hill was great!

    Perfect way to start the week. Keep up the awesomeness!

    Loud and Proud.

    Flatline

  • 14 in Subaru Wagon and hemorrhoids…..

    4 SOJ regulars posted to River Run for a YHC Q. Thankfully no rain!

    5 mile and 4 mile routes were simple out and back route. Both routes up Twin Team and R on East Brigstock Road. 4 miler ran to Kentford and back to Betty Weaver. 5 milers ran to Netherfield and back to Betty Weaver.

    Number-ama, Name-r-ama, Announcements = 0.

    YHC took us out.

    NMS- Mr. Holland, Lug Nut, Mr. Roper, great to see you men this morning  Mr Roper took us down memory road this morning by reminiscing about his time at Randolph Macon and recent trip to H-SC to visit his son!! Than, down Twin Team…BOOM Mr. Roper’s back quit. Hope you are ok buddy.

    Gentlemen, reach out to a veteran and say thank you!! God Bless!

    Loud and Proud,

    Flatline

  • How many “…….” did we do?

    19 inspired, hardcore mofo’s arrived this morning to Dogpile hoping that the weather, specifically rain, would ease up slightly (3 PAX members rucking)……0600 and it was time.

    Slow mosey around the Carillon to COP. And yes, YHC had worked on his cadence. And the COP went a little something like this……X 10 Don Quixote’s, x 50 Imperial Walkers, x 10 Invisible Jump Ropes, x 25 Flutter Kicks, x 15 Freddie Mercuries, x 15 LBC’s, and x 25 SSH.  That was enough and mumble chatter was light.

    Mosey down the road toward the pipeline except Upchuck and YHC traded paint there at the gate. Upchuck managed to fall with style and with little down time. My bad Upchuck!! Down the road past the pipeline and toward the toll booth.

    Nickel Bridge= starting at the toll booth, run to each light and perform x 5 Burpees and alternate with x 5 Merkins. Lead PAX member goes to the top of Westover Hills and back across the bridge. Trailing PAX turn around once leader had lapped them. YHC believes there are 15 light posts. Respect to the leaders this am!! However, PAX was unable to return to the start due to Toll Booth Wilma telling Bleeder that the PAX was on private property at the start. Thanks to Bleeder for directing the PAX to Road Closed sign on Pump House Road. YHC arrived with PAX planking and time to mosey up Love Hill!

    Thank you goes out to Slurpee and Abba for headlamps and Bleeder with the ankle strobe.  Lighting Love Hill was extremely beneficial. Once at the top, circle up on grass infield.

    Super 21= 1 Merkin, 1 Situp; 2 Merkins, 2 Situps; 3 Merkins, 3 Situps, up to 21. And IC!! Super awesome!! Slight amount of extra credit but PAX dug deep and water was found. 0703…..mosey back to the flag with Puppy Pile observing!

    Number-ama, Name-r-ama, Announcements-there were none! Weird….

    YHC took us out!

    NMS: Dear PAX, hope the cadence was better. Upchuck, sorry about the fall but 2 years at F3 with no fall is pretty good….great recovery time! YHC has a yellow bracelet for you.

    Bleeder-glad F3 Cooperate  was there to speak with Toll Booth Wilma regarding PAX being on private property. FFS….really!

    Hardywood-thanks for the final push at 19, 20, 21! Way to motivate!

    ET’s makes my week!!

    Only those who post understand.

    Loud and Proud,

    Flatline