Tag: Dogpile

Byrd Park

  • 321 Drum Show

    12 HIMs showed up to an AO where tree-choppers are scheduled to arrive at 7am. Respectfully, we moved our cars to the road and relocated the virtual flag.

    According to the guy in the truck who asked us to move, here’s what went down at Dogpile on 3/21:

    YHC thought it would be a good workout to have everyone line-up and carry the person similar to our size, but YHC learned that such exercise has been banned since 2016. so we just did a regular mosey to the field.

    COP:
    Helicopters x12
    Ukrainian Soldiers x12
    Imperial walkers x12
    World’s greatest stretch x3
    Merkins x 10

    Mosey to the tower for a “Rolling Mary”
    3+2+1 of Freddie Mercuries, Flutter kicks, WW2, WW1, box-cutters, while rolling in between each rep, until we reach the tower.

    Tower circuit:
    6 Calf Raises
    3 Incline merkins on each step going up
    Bear crawl around the tower
    3 decline merkins on each step going down modified incline/decline merkins 3+2+1

    6 calf-raises

    Mosey to the Amphitheater:

    2 squats 2 single deadlifts on each leg, up to the top

    2 american hammers, down to the bottom.

    Shadow Boxing:

    2 jabs+1 cross, both sides, 1 min

    2 jabs+1 undercut, both sides, 1 min

    Mosey to the cage:

    Quad-check? Four rounds of:

    5 jump squats

    4 jerkins

    3 pull-ups

    Mosey down to the bridge, and 6 calf-raises on each step going back up.

    Mosey back to the roundabout. 2 mins of mountain climbers, merkins, hand-release merkins.

    COT, Announcements, Prayer Requests

    YHC appreciates the HIMs patience as YHC tests out various work-out combos. Some sad prayer requests were sad today, and we ended with a prayer for the family of a girl whose cancer spread to her brain.

    Twenty-one Pilots resounded in the AO today:

    Stressed out

    Heathens

    Heavydirtysoul

    Car radio

    Holding on to you

    Overcompensate

    Migraine

    Message man

    Shy away

    Tear in my heart

    Trees

    Drum Show

    Lane Boy

    The Judge

  • The Police Approached Us Before the Workout

    Nine men armed with noble purpose gathered before the dawn on Pi Day (3.14) under the gaze of Richmond’s finest. Temperatures were 70 and sunny. According to Officer Levine’s police report, the following might have happened:

    Mosey to the intersection of the park entrance road and the other park road for the COP.

    75 SSHs
    Dead Man Hang
    Fudd’s Partner
    Wilson’s Wife
    Pigeon right / left
    Inverted Scorpion Kicks
    Imperial Walkers
    Flutter kicks
    Reverse Crunches
    Rosalita’s

    Do Not Mosey

    Touch-a-tree…rounds of 10, 8, 6, 4 (and maybe a mini round of 2), then the actual round of 2.

    Exercises were WWIIs and squats (10/8), then flutter kicks and Carolina Dry Docks (6/4, and mini-round of 2), and then burpees and burpees (round of 2). Congrats to Senor Frog for running all the way to Short Pump and back on the round of 2.
    Mosey to the Carillon.

    Triple check. Three different guys on each team.

    Man 1: Run to steps, bear crawl up the right side, cross in front of the Carillon, do three merkins, run down the left side and back to the flags / center area. But, it’s a race…against your two teammates…

    …Man 2 runs from the flags to the far circle and back (not AROUND the circle, just TO the circle).

    …Man 3 runs from the flags to the near circle and back (not AROUND the circle, just TO the circle).

    If Man 1 returns before either Man 2 or Man 3, then all three do 10 burpees.

    Somehow, on the first round, two of the Man 1 guys beat their teammates, which should, YHC tries to say politely, never happen. 10 burpees for everyone.

    Three rounds for each guy…no more burpees were done.

    Mosey to the Amphitheater.

    From the bottom to the top…increasing at each step, one V-up and one squat, then 2 and 2, then three and three…and so forth.

    …until it was time to mosey BTTASF (Back to the Actual Shovel Flag…thank you to our resident medicinal practitioner, Flatline, for bringing the flag).

    Numbers, names, and Senor Frog took us out with a message.

    Announcements:

    After almost 2 years of running The Bridge (and 5 prior years of running Breaking Bread), YHC is ready to turn over the reigns of leading F3’s Third F’s (along with Oyster) to a new leader. The Bridge needs a man ready to organize – not necessarily attend – but organize, a workout each month for our friends who are working to improve themselves every day. F3’s motto is “leave no man behind, but leave no man where you find him.” These men help us grow, and we hope we help them grow. Plus, for those followers of Jesus, each of us is called to “visit the imprisoned.” The mandate could not be more straightforward. If you are ready to help, please let YHC know, and please spread the word to help us find someone to take the mantle.

    Thomas joined us out of the actual Gloom today…he found us. Way to go! He’s an insomniac who works overnight at a warehouse. How many guys can say that they were going to go home to sleep, but chose to stay up and hit F3? Welcome, Graveyard!

    Happy Pi Day…

    Lastly, please keep our men and women in the military in your prayers.

  • Day 6 – The Climax

    Nothing ambiguous about two studs enjoying a whiskey pour and deciding to bash together at DogPile.

    Here’s what transpired:

    Handshake takes the lead and we sashayed past some hulking men in uniforms and big flashy sirens

    • COT – SSHs, Helicopters, Monkey Humpers, APDs, Inverted Scorpion Kicks, Plank

    Mosey to the amphitheater stage

    Threesome Check

    • P1/P2 – Run around amphitheater and meet up for Booyah Merkins x 10
    • P3 – People’s Chair
    • Alternate until P1/P2/P3 have run 6 times and sat 3 times

    Amphitheater Grind – 10 Scrunchy Frogs on each step

    EF Hutton assumes control

    Mosey partly down Love Hill

    Discover virgin territory and take a new partner

    • Start on top with Merkins x 10
    • Go down for Dips x 20
    • Slowly come back up stopping for Merkins x 10 with feet on your partner’s shoulders
    • Finish coming up to the top for Booyah WWIIs x 20

    Mosey down the pipe shaft

    Threesome Check 2

    • P1 – run from the base of the pipe to the tip then circle around the backside
    • P2 – Heels to Heaven
    • P3 – Hand Release Merkins

    Stop before finishing and shift positions over to Love Hill

    • Lindsay – DryDocks/ Hammers

    Mosey back to VSF for a few vinegar strokes and the counterclockwise swirl.

    Numberama, Nameorama, COT

    MOLESKIN

    Thirty minutes after signing up for a week of Qs, F3RVA’s favorite 8 year old regretted it, but it was too late, the word was out and there was no looking back.  One man was smitten enough to make it to all 6 Handshake romps in the gloom.  People will say it’s love.  The proof is in the man pudding.  All ambiguous jokes aside, congrats on 8 years.  Keep bringing the mumblechatter, pencil rolls, and chaos brother.

    ANNOUNCEMENTS

    Prayers for Wojo’s Mom and Roger Roger’s FIL

    Breaking Bread needs someone for Sunday this month

    The Bridge – looking for new RVA leadership

  • Burpee Lake with a touch of Sunrise

    No….the world has not gone mad and yes, Flatline had the Q for back to back workouts!

    Flag planted at 0523 and since I am aging, I had no time device. I asked Splinter for a countdown. 0529…..Handshake comes in hot! 0530…..Time to mosey

    As we ran toward the COP, several PAX questioned the distance of our mosey and whether YHC had a fitness test coming up-yes I do.

    COP on the bricks-Dead Man Hang, SSH, Ukranian Soldiers, Dead Cockroach Leg Holds, Box Cutters, LBC’s, and Merkins!

    Mosey to the Amphitheater…..starting at the bottom and escalating by x2’s at each row: 2 inverted merkins, 2 dips, 2 step-ups…next step, 4 inverted merkins, 4 dips, 4 step-ups, and so on…made it to the 7th row with lots of mumblechatter and lack of excitement over the workout so audible called.

    Mosey to The Lawn……running the length of the lawn and at each 25 yard mark, 5 merkins! At the end of the lawn, what now?

    Mosey to Burpee Lake……..at each light pole, 2 burpees. PAX ran a big circle and performed 66 burpees. Now, run back the path traveled and 5 squats at each light post. PAX made it half way around with audible called for time.

    Mosey over to Spottswood Road. Quick stop for partner leg tosses x 25 each. And a gentle mosey back to the flag.

    Number-ama, Name-r-ama, Announcements:

    Boberry wants to run a 50k in April and a partner or help with his run would be helpful. Contact Boberry.

    L Woods has a volunteer opportunity with Latinos In Virginia Empowerment Center, March 7. Contact L Woods if you would like to volunteer.

    Upchuck and Flatline have prayer requests for several close friends recovering from illnesses.

    Hitchhiker and M have assisted the Valentine Museum with AI generated recreation of Richmond residents from 1700’s and Virginia inhabitants from 1600’s. Check out Valentine Museum.

    YHC took us out!

    NMS: Yes, YHC likes to run. I learned early on with F3, if the PAX is not engage, run and figure it out! Yes the workout at the amphitheater sounded good but short on delivery. 0625 still leaves plenty of time for Burpee Lake.

    Splinter, great seeing you at Dogpile and thank you for the support!

    Burpee Lake with sun coming up provides perspective as well as a blessing as the Lord has given us a new day! Greatest AO in Richmond!! Hands Down!!

    Brothers, thank you for following and my cup is full!!

    Loud and Proud,

    Flatline

  • A Triangle has 3 sides

    YHC doesn’t know of another time the Frozen Triangle has ever been rescheduled. It is ironic that something that has the name “Frozen” was rescheduled because of actual frozen conditions.

    First off, what is The Frozen Triangle? Well it consists of 3 things: 20 minute Bootcamp at Dogpile, 3.4 Mile Run to Punisher, 20 minute Boot at Punisher, 2.9 Mile Run to 45MOM, 20 minutes Bootcamp at 45MOM, then 2.4 mile run to Dogpile to finish. Roughly 9 miles and 60 minutes of Bootcamp.

    Before YHC starts, happy 10 years to Bodo’s! You are always ready to jump into anything that comes your way. To quote the reverend from The Patriot “A shepherd must tend to his flock. And at times fight off the wolves…” Whether it’s a duel on the Pickelball court, or taking an Ultimate Frisbee game too seriously we are glad to have you as part of our group.

    YHC only completed one leg of the Triangle (45MOM Bootcamp and run to Dogpile) so YHC is missing the full details of what transpired before then.

    Dogpile – Bodo’s Anniversary Q. Not sure exactly what happened, but it was likely epic and entertaining. Then mosey to Punisher.

    Punisher – Gumbo Q. Also not sure exactly what happened, but rumor has that it was a tour of the campus while finding new and fun options. Then mosey to 45MOM.

    45MOM – Gypsy Q. Gypsy raided the Community Garden for Pavers/Edging Stones. Various exercises without any running: Block/Kettlebell Pass, Jack Webbs, then Wack Jebbs. Then mosey to Dogpile to finish.

    There was also a rucking contingent with House Party, Choo Choo, and Commando.

    NMS – T-claps to the guys that did the full Triangle, that is a tough CSAUP and there were a few first timers.

    Announcements – L Woods is involved in a Food Drive, please see Slack. Gypsy encouraged men to join a F3 Shield Lock, as well as to reach out to guys you haven’t heard from in a while.

    YHC is proud of the Pax that participated in The Frozen Triangle, especially those who were able to complete the whole thing. Special thanks to the guys involved in planning and to Corned Beef for running the Chuckwagon with snacks and water.

  • Sex and Anger

    Like crumbs left behind as the Trianglers flushed and headed off to stop 2, four men proceeded as usual.

    Here’s what transpired:

    UpChuck Q

    Mosey to the Amphitheater

    • Alternating any style Merkins x 5, Good Squats x 5 up the stairs
    • Plankorama

    Fudd Q

    Mosey to the Rusty Cage

    • Pullups x 5
    • Suzanne Somers L/R x 10
    • Dips x 5
    • Repeato for 5 rounds

    Helix Q

    Dora

    • Merkins
    • Squats
    • SSHs
    • Partner skip to the fire hydrant and run back

    EF Hutton Q

    Mosey to Ha’Penny Stage

    Touch-a-Tree (4 trees per round)

    • Donkey Kicks
    • Balls to the Wall
    • Dirty Hookups

    Mosey back to VSF

    Mary

    • LBCs
    • Heels to Heaven
    • Hello Dollys
    • Rosalitas

    Ring of Fire x 2

    30 seconds of stretching

    Numberama, Nameorama, COT

    MOLESKIN

    Hats off to all that complete the frozen triangle, and a bow to those who are doing for the 2nd time in 2 weeks.  Solid work among those of us who stayed behind to keep DogPile secure.  Section 8 housing sounds like a really interesting place if you have an NDA.  Care packages are provided.

    ANNOUNCEMENTS

    Prayers for UpChuck’s friends Mike and Becca

  • “This is completely made up isn’t it”…Yes!

    A lucky 13 (including one DR visitor from NOVA) posted to Dogpile this morning for brisk start to their Valentine’s Day Saturday, and an extra serving of Gumbo. This is what was in the pot today (or at least what I can remember)…

    Mosey to the COP circle and around a few times, then circle up for typical COP including various exercises, then off to do our THANG.

    Amphitheater:

    Mosey to the bottom of the steps – almost all the way – down to where the ice was. Make our way back to the top with 3 incline merkins and 3 dips on each step. Luigi killed it and came back for the SIX.

    Al Gore for the Six out by the circle, followed by the Honeymoon Suite of pickle pounders, APDs and Diamond Merkins.

    Carillon:

    Mosey over to the bricks in front of the Carillon for a Triple Check – bear crawl to steps (or to ice) and mosey back. PAX 2 doing merkins, PAX 3 doing Freddie Mercuries

    Hill Work:

    Mosey over the far COP circle and down to the bottom of the hill for some hill work. Jacob’s Ladder starting at the bottom with 1 jump squat, 1 monkey humper, 1 Carolina dry dock and 1 LBC, run up the hill stopping in the middle for 2 of each – to the top for 3, middle – 4, bottom – 5, middle – 6, top – 7, middle – 8, bottom – 9, all the way to the top for 10. Yes – this was complete made up and I appreciate all the feedback.

    Field Work:

    Mosey to the field for 4 corners – 10 HRMs in corner 1, 10 HRMS + 20 deep squats in corner 2, 10 HRMs + 20 squats + 30 2-ct mountain climbers in corner 3, add 40 SSHs in corner 4.

    Regroup at Gomer who was going reverso and Native American Run BTTF.

    3 Minutes of Mary

    Numbers, Names, Announcements (THE Frozen Triangle next Saturday 0600 at Dogpile, and GTE up in NOVA in September – early sign-ups are open), and YHC took us out.

    NMS:

    Great to have a large group. It was looking like only 6 at 5:53, then 9 until about 30 seconds to go and 4 more came in HOT. Personally, I love the #13, but it sure can screw up a bootcamp – no good pairings but we made it work.

    A fair amount of mumblechatter today, but it got quiet during the Triple check. For me the bear crawl to merkin combo was brutal. I don’t think the hill work as a big hit – and I got a lb of sand in my shorts – but hey, we weren’t cold after that.

    Thanks for coming out. Always a great start to the day!

    No More Gumbo For You!

  • Scrap the triangle

    5 guys, at least one confused, were at Dogpile on Saturday am to pick up the leftovers from the Frozen Triangle cancellation. It’s ironic that the Frozen Triangle was reschedued because it was frozen.

    We joined in with Dr. Try Hard’s rucking crew for the first few exercises. They then left us to do their version of the triangle and we constructed a hot potato Q.

    Sippy cup leading. Animal walks and merkins/legwork to center of circle.

    Blank Space leading. Lunges and misc. exercises in circle.

    Gumbo leading. 4 corners on the field.

    Bootleg/Luigi leading. 3s–three trees in a line, with exercises both ways including Burpees.

    Sippy Cup. Mosey around to a non-icy spot for some shadow kickboxing.

    Head back to the Flag.

    COT: Bootleg took us out.

  • 12 in 12 with 12 to 12 for 12

    TWELVE HIMs showed up in 12 degree weather to do a bunch of 12-rep work-outs to the 12th album of Taylor Swift for YHC’s 12th wedding anniversary.

    If you’re not nosy to know more, that pretty much summed it up.

    But if you’re interested to know what the hibernating earth worms saw at 6am today, here’s what went down:

    COP at the wind tunnel – timed to “Father Figure” and “Cancelled”:

    — SSH x12

    — Helicopters x 12

    — Ukrainian Soldiers x 12

    — Imperial Soldiers Walkers x12

    — Mike Tysons x 12

    — Merkins x12

    Mosey to the grass circle.

    We did 10 sets of 12 bear crawl + 4 freddie mercuries + 4 flutter kicks, 4 V-ups

    Mosey to the cage.

    We did a “chaotic” triple check – 6 rounds of 6 jerkins + 6 pull-ups + 12 squats

    Mosey to the grass circle again.

    12 rounds of 4 jump squats+4 merkins+4 swimmers

    Mosey to the amphitheater.

    Each HIM picked a workout to do for 12 reps each. some of the ones I remembered were (flutter kicks, V-ups with arm circles, merkins, chair pose?, run around the amphitheater, and upchuck’s favorite: burpees)

    Jump squat up to the grass circle.

    Indigenous run around the circle, and then back to the flag.

    Then we ended with 2 minutes of stretching, followed by 1 minute of silent reflection of people we are grateful for in our lives, as we lay in “have a nice day.”

    Numerama, Namerama

    Announcements:

    • Grateful for HIMs who went to the Bridge today
    • Grateful for HIMs who signed up for Breaking Bread this month
    • Flatline is called upon to serve an 11-month term in the Army
    • Frozen Triangle on Feb 7

    Sippy Cup took us out. Coffee at Libbie Market.

  • Greatest. Dogpile. Ever. There’s never been a better one…

    7 men met in a cold dark park to exercise their body and spirits this AM.

    Mosey down to the Tollbooth for COP, various exercises.

    Mosey to the Bridge for a Light Pole Beatdown. Going south at every Pole do (5) HRM’s and (10) WWII’s. Going north on the Bridge do (1) Squats

    Mosey down to hill to the Pump House and do 50 solo Dips, get a partner and Partner holds legs and do (10) Merkins and (20) Dips.

    Mosey across the road and do Rock Parkour.

    Start making our way up the hill completing 50 of various exercises and then either Moseying between Lightpoles by running or Bernie.

    Mosey from the bottom of Triangle back to the Flag stopping at both Circles.

    Two Minutes of Mary to finish.

    Announcements – Pigskin has The Bridge on 1/24. Frozen Triangle Feb 7th at Dogpile starting at 0600. Breaking Break needs a Q next Saturday 1/24.

    Prayer Requests – none

    NMS – Good times at Dogpile. It was nice to have Applesauce and Blankspace back out. Also nice to see Helix and Wojo two weeks in a row. We were missing some key players with Oyster, EF Hutton, and Upchuck being out but we made due.