A late night inquiry for Broga was what YHC needed to get the morning started right. Perfect conditions were on tap for a pair of Broga regulars to hit No Toll early. Chaplain called for hamstrings and hips to be the focus of todays’ routine and YHC happily obliged while throwing in some shoulders and back work as well. Pigeon is always a crowd favorite and no exception this morning. Thanks Chap for the encouragement to get up this morning.
Author: Last Call
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Bask in the Cool, Moist Glow
A group of 13 strong dressed in the latest clubbing fashion to hit the early morning rave on the UR practice fields. According to the numerous travelers traveling River Road at ludacris speed, this is what supposedly occurred.
Upon the timely arrival of Handshake, off we go with a short mosey to Henricos’ smallest park. Introductions, disclaimers, warmups of various activities. Variety of mumble chatter ensued with YHC losing track of cadence for a portion. All good and warm, lets mosey down River.
Light traffic to the plush green fields of the UR practice fields where glow sticks were laid out in various positions around the perimeter. PAX huddles up in the middle of the field where instructions were given to venture out to each glow stick and perform 20 reps of exercise listed on card. Return to the center after each set to perform 3 burpees and continue to another station. 11 stations total as 1 glow stick was misplaced in preparation. Exercises included: merkins, ball dippers, WWII’s, squats, butterflys with coupons, imperial squat walkers, HRM, dying cockroaches, american hammers, mountain climbers & pole smokers. Some PAX completed extra rounds but good times were enjoyed. Still time on the clock after one round. Collect the glow sticks, coupons & cards and lets MBTTVF with glow sticks in hand. Quick stop for the turtles at Saab’s driveway, Upchuck led the rabbits in quick round of exercises.
Still time, Triple Check was called with timer running the loop, squats and LBC’s. 2 rounds completed before clock struck time.
Numbers, Names, Announcements, Prayers. Kubota took us out.
Announcements: CSAUP/Convergence Saturday at Godwin High School. Ruck at 6, Bootcamp at 7, CSAUP following boot camp.
NMS: Great to see Heist representing SOJ north of the river. It had been a while since we hit UR fields so YHC felt a Doozy inspired glow party Q was appropriate. Good to have Bacon Bits back in the fold with good oversharing. Reminder to pay and tip your service provider, especially on business trips. Well done fellas.
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Two’s a Party
An intimate gathering set for 2 was played on this perfect sunny and 70 morning. Parking lot looks a bit empty but rules are rules, lets get this going. According to the cops and dogwalkers patrolling the area, this is what went down.
Warm up mosey down to Robious and return to the basketball courts for quick warm up that included a variety of exercises.
Venture back out to the parking lot for Love Prairie. Runner runs to the gate and returns to switch with partner that is doing Bear Crawls, Lunges and Broad Jump Burpees. Mosey around the gate to the big parking lot.
Seven of Diamonds. Run around the parking lot, stopping at each corner for 7, 14, 21, 28, 21, 14 & 7 reps of an exercise. Merkins, Squats, WWII’s, CDD’s, Lunges, LBC’s, Burpees were called.
Mosey back to the basketball court for DK perimeter run and quick suicide/pole smoker. Short stretch session to finish things off.
Numbers, Names, Announcements (see slack), Prayers, YHC took us out.
NMS: Great to have Rosie come out for an unusually lite mix for No Toll. Good mumble chatter about a variety of topics including vacations, colleges among others. Numerous events are upcoming throughout SOJ in effort to engage new members and families. Tremendous leadership by everyone pulling these together.
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Fashionably Late
A late call was made in the waning hours of the eve prior. 3 veteran brogiis heeded the call and eventually turning into a quartet. With intel on the upcoming workout, legs, hips and hamstrings were emphasized. Shoulders and back were worked into the mix as well. Mumble chatter is starting was strong for a broga session with a few passing tales of mixed variety that shalt not be mentioned. Great work this morning. Prayers for quality housekeeping to those regulars on current and upcoming travels.
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Eras Tour
A quintet of former boyfriends met up this morning for a revenge tour. Tears were shed, stories told and hearts were broken all to a Taylor Swift soundtrack. This is what was seen from the school security cameras.
5.30 strikes, lets mosey….hold on, Dealer arrives…walking Ukranian Soldiers while he catches up. Mosey to the front of Thompson Middle School. No disclaimer as we all know why we are here. Short introduction to todays theme and the soundtrack begins. Quick warmup of a variety of exercises to mixed but poor cadence all ending in 13. All is warm
Are you ready for it?
THE THANG: SWIFTEEES: Begin at door 1 of Thompson Middle School and work our way around stopping at every door for the following exercises with the count being the number on the door.
S – Squats
W – World War II’s
I – Imperial Walkers (2 count)
F – Flutterkicks (2 count)
T – Dir T Hooksups
EE – BurpEEs
Group doors together to help expedite the exercises but we made it thru to Door 17 before time was called. BTTVF.
Numbers, Names, Announcements (see Slack about SOJ meet up and Currahee CSAUP, Prayer Requests. YHC took us out
Prayers – Dealers’ friend is going thru a tough skin disease with a good portion of his leg affected. Thoughts a prayers to the James River High Schoolers that died Tuesday on Old Gun. Tough thing for families and their friends to go thru.
NMS: YHC has remortgaged his house so his M and 2.0 could vacation in Tampa this weekend to see Taylor Swift. Thought it was a fun idea to listen to interesting workout music playlist crafted by my Taylor Swift obsessed 2.0. Song requests were made but denied, with Machismo really getting into the beats during the really absurd amount of Dirty Hookups. Good times and interesting music was enjoyed by all. Good to have Swamp Donkey back out with us. Thank you gents for joining me on this adventure. Great work.
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Yanks and Tugs in all the Right Places
Four stalwart brogiis enjoyed ideal conditions for some individualized stretching and pulling. Stretchy bands were incorporated along with variety of hip, hamstring and shoulder positions to work the body in all the needed places. A few moans and groans we audible to the surrounding wilderness, while good tales were told and times enjoyed. Great work gents.
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Tales from the West
A quartet of Forge faithful fought of the fart sack to embrace the sunny and 70 conditions that awaited us at Huguenot High School. Pleasantries were exchanged and stories were told but here is what will be recorded in history.
Mosey down to the cul-de-sac for introductions and legal requirements followed by a warm up that consisted of the following: DQ’s, Helis, Dead Man Hang, Jazzercise, Ukrainian Soldiers, Imperial Walkers, LBC’s, Suzanne Summers among others. All seemed good with no stragglers, let us begin.
Lindsay back up to the tennis courts (brocode style). Exercises included Shoulder Taps (2-count) and dying cockroaches. Mosey through the tennis courts to Machismo Gate and onto the plush turf fields to complete the Lindsay.
Super Dora: Partner up in the endzone. 1 person runs to the 50 yard line and back, while the other completes the following exercises: 100 merkins, 200 squats, 300 LBC’s, 400 APD. At each exchange 5 booyah merkins are required.
Mosey back through the gates and BTTVF. Quick rest stop for some squats and calf raises. Circle up for quick merkin ring of fire followed by some leg raises.
Numbers, Names, Prayers, Announcements. YHC took us out.
NMS: YHC saw the Q was open as of yesterday and decided to jump on it in order to avoid Mt. Chaplain. Good to have Wedding Singer and Snuff back from their spring break travels while on limited rest. Good tales from their respective trips stirred some good mumble chatter throughout the morning. Humidity was intense and the booyah merkins were no joke. Thank you fellas for joining in the fun.
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Southside Italian Night
YHC and his 2.0’s had the honor of preparing a dinner for 10 of Southsides finest gents. Based on the menu organized by my daughter and shopping performed by my son, this is what was on the menu for Sunday night feast.
Ceasar Salad with all the fixins
Lasagna with Italian Sausage and Garlic Bread/Rolls (choice of either)
Brownies, Cookies and Ice Cream for Desert
Ice Tea, Lemonade (both original and raspberry)
Meal was delivered and placed in the Southside Health Center. Really nice facility and it was a pleasure to meet Shandra who helped us set everything up. Gentlemen were out enjoying the day in the back and were very grateful for the meal. Really nice facility and it was great preparing this with the family.
Encourage everyone to participate in this easy project that is fulfilling and inclusive with other family members. Great laughs and conversation throughout the day in preparation of the meal. Look forward to participating again soon.
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Hate a Snuff Q
A lucky 7 Forgers converged onto the Forge to see what Snuff had planned for the back side of his 1 and 1 Q’s. No prior Forgecast led to a Snuffless start. No flare box emerged but conditions were ideal, Sunny and 70 so Hot Potato was called with YHC starting us off.
Last Call Q: Short, slow mosey down the drive past the toxic waste to the turnaround at the end. Salutations and greetings commenced, followed by the following warm ups. Invisible Jump rope, DQ’s, Dead Man Hang, Heli’s and Jazzercise. Mosey out of the cul de sac for a quick light pole 11’s. 10 2-count shoulder taps followed by 1 2-count Peter Parkers. Mosey to the next light pole, 9 & 2…..finish up at Tennis Courts. Pass the lead …..
Dealer Q: After a quick coupon check only to find 2 cabers onsite led to a quick change of plans. Bear crawl 1/2 up the ramp, 25 jerkins (brutal), Reverse Crabwalk remaining 1/2 up the ramp (looked brutal). Ticket Booth Triple Check. Timer runs the loop, another planks, another wall sits. Merkins were an optional add on if desired. Pass the lead…..
Machismo Q: Mosey thru the open Ticket Booth Gate to the lush turf Forge Fields for a Beast Lite. Almost as refreshing as the full flavored Beast but 1/2 the calories. 3 rounds were completed involving Burpees, WWII’s and SSH’s. Mosey back with a quick snake tour of the bleachers. BTTVF for numbers, names, announcements. Chaplain took us out.
Announcements:
Oysters May/May not be buying lunch this afternoon: Wongs Tacos Midlothian @ 11.45
Breaking Bread: See Q sheet to sign up for April and beyond to help feed 10-15 at the Men’s Shelter. Get the family involved as we are now serving again.
NMS: The absence of the Forgecast last night gave thought there might be a wandering Q this morning. Plenty of good mumble chatter through out the day. Between shoulder taps, bear crawls and a Beast Lite, shoulders are burned. Good to have Showcase join us again before he heads home to Bristol, come back anytime or invite open for the PAX to venture to F3 Bristol for a lovely, flat AO. Hot Potatoe Q’s are always a welcome adventure, just brutal to lead a Beast with Burpees. Well done gents.
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Avoid the Suck
A full house hand of Aces and Jokers fought off the comfort and dryness of the fart sack to embrace the damp and cooler conditions of Tuckahoes darkest AO. Daylight savings would not hold these fine gents back. This is what was rumored to have occurred according to the safety cone placement specialist.
Short Mosey over to the covered office park pavilion. Salutations and introductions ensued followed by quick warm up of SSH’s, Helis, Dead Man Hang, LBC’s, Dying Cockroaches, Suzanne Summers and light stretching. All seemed warm short mosey to the rear church lot
THE THANG:
Church Lot 11’s: 10 Lt Dans at far end, 1 curbside merkin at the near end. 9/2, 8/3…. Good times had by all.
Burpee Alley: Short mosey over to Silverspring Drive. As we wandered down the street brocode style, lets stop at every vehicle for an exercise: SUV = 1 burpee, car = 1 merkin, truck = 1 squat. Double the count if vehicle is parked on the street. Lots of SUVs. Continue this across Forest Avenue past EHarmony’s house and onto Paris Ave/Hepler Rd. Modify to SUV = Imperial Walkers (2 count), Car = Mountain Climbers (2 count), Truck = Monkey Humpers. Double the count for road vehicles.
Quintuple Check: Upon arriving back at the school, quick 2 rounds of 5 exercises along the bus loop. Timer runs the loop. Exercises included Balls to the Wall, Peoples Chair, LBC’s & APD’s.
BTTF for numbers, names, announcements. YHC took us out.
Announcements:
Splinter is running a March Madness Bracket. $10 gets you in, see slack for details.
Tuckahoe Lunch Crew meeting on Tuesday at Firehouse at noon. See Pigskin for deets.
NMS: This morning was tough. Wet, cool and dark. Great turn out considering the conditions. Showcase is in town from Bristol, VA for training all week and might show up at AO’s around the regions (specifically SOJ). Word of the day was to stay dry, and was mostly accomplished. Conditions were misty but not unbearable. Thank you gents for showing up on the truly gloomy morn.