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333 backblasts mention “Italian Job”
BLOCK PARTY · APR 3, 2018
The Fort/The Rock Mini Convergence at Block Party
Nice warm morning at Block Party with 4 of our RH brothers coming up stream to get a Taste of the Fort. 10 total PAX for a morning beatdown from YHC. The Thang Mosey up to the hill to the parking lot. Lap around the lot…
AUG 31, 2017
Choose Wisely
https://youtu.be/Hlkv2EyQiPY I had the pleasure to cross the river and Q #FootLoose this morning. Conditions were okay considering its August in South Carolina – temps in the lower 70s and a light rain. All in, 28 #HIM…
COLOSSEUM · AUG 22, 2017
Eclipse at the Colosseum...Rock Hill Rip-off
Leading up to this fine Tuesday at THE COLOSSEUM, there were a few challenges and statements made about who would be willing to come out. Of all the conversations, I'll give credit to those who showed after being…
AUG 18, 2017
Pigskin in Paradise
https://youtu.be/pzapsqzDdDc I had the privilege to spend Friday evening with 22 other men and young men of the Paradise community. Conditions were, well, August in South Carolina - upper 90s with humidity. Here's what…
BLOCK PARTY · JUN 7, 2017
Humility and Humidity at Block Party
This morning brought heavy humidity and pouring sweat to 14 PAX at BlockParty. Conditions were soupy and the park was dark, but the PAX trudged through for 2.17 miles of fun in the gloom. Here’s what we did: Warm UP…
MAR 6, 2017
Merkins, Run, Merkins, Run, Repeat
This morning 18 men converged on a little piece of land we call “Quagmire." Conditions were fantastic - a cool 47 degrees and no precipitation. Disclaimer was disclaimed, FNGs were welcomed/warned, then we were off to…
DEC 6, 2016
Sleeper Cell at Golden Corral
Time: 0505 - Ruckers rolling in from all angles. Rucks being dropped off. Rucks being picked up. Time: 0510 - 14 Ruckers Counted, 2 Boot Campers Time: 0514 - 2 Boot Campers (Decibel and Falcon's Crest) are provided each…
COLOSSEUM · NOV 22, 2016
Cards with the Romans
It was a privilege to be invited back to the Colosseum on this brisk Tuesday morning to lead 15 other men in what has become a painful favorite of mine. The Twitter-teasing began a day early and you have to be extremely…
NOV 12, 2016
The CHOICE is yours as a NoCo Brother Crosses State Lines!
Today, I was graciously welcomed with open arms and ears by my fellow brothers across state lines. I was bestowed with the honor to Q WEP today and admittedly, I was a touch nervous. Not for the workout itself, but what…
NOV 2, 2016
Pyramid of Pain makes landfall at the Abyss
9 Men posted to the Abyss after being warned that the Pyramid of Pain would be making its first appearance. A surprise appearance by Witch Hunt who gave away his Q at the Pantheon was a welcome surprise. YHC greeted all…
SEP 13, 2016
The Kettlebell Shart - the new dance craze at Iron Academy
Second time Q was a blast - had a great group of men Tues morning at the Iron Academy in Rock Hill. After some quick intros, we hit the field next door for a short warm-up: Warm-up (in cadence): side straddle hops x30…
AUG 10, 2016
Olympic Swimming at the Pantheon - 8/10/2016
When Italian Job reached out looking for someone to pick up his Q at the Pantheon, I jumped at the chance. Having posted at the Pantheon several times, I knew the reputation and what the Pax expect, so had some trouble…
JUN 23, 2016
Man U ...Well that escalated quickly
19 #HIMs took the wall squat challenge and walked a little different on Friday! The Thang Mosey to the parking lot Warm-Up Side Straddle Hop Windmill Mumble chatter Imperial Walkers Squats More SSH More Mumble Chatter…
MAY 30, 2016
"On This Day" Trivia
8 men joined YHC for a Wednesday morning trivia challenge beatdown. Reborn busted out a STRONG VQ warm up this morning that left just enough time to run through some “On This Day” trivia. Warm Up Long Mosey around…
MAY 20, 2016
Wise and Foolish Builders
What a great group of #HIM we had this chilly, soggy morning at Petra. 23 guys came out to push the rock this morning. Though we had hoped the rain would hold off, we were in no such luck. We all ended up soggy bottom…
APR 26, 2016
Partner Carries at the Corral
We had a pretty good sized PAX gathered pretty early in the parking lot. Cerrano was the only one sweating at that point after knocking out a 4 mile pre-run. This was a pretty special Q for me as it was my first Q at…
APR 6, 2016
What is that awful smell
Thankful for the reminder form our Site Q Zima that I had the Q this morning, I love the Pantheon especially since it's walking distance from the house. Great to see all the cars already there eager for a great workout…
AUG 27, 2015
Rock Hill Board of Pain - Week 4
13 men helped finish off the Board of Pain at ManU this morning. I for one am thrilled to see it retired for a while. Final results are as follows: (1/4 mile run between each exercise) Burpees – 100 Calf Raises – 150…
AUG 20, 2015
Rock Hill Board of Pain - Week 3
Another improvement Thursday with the Board of Pain at ManU this morning. 18 crazy men decided to leave their fartsacks to attack the evil BoP. So proud of these guys. Below are the outcomes this week: Board of Pain…
AUG 13, 2015
Week 2 - Rock Hill Board of Pain
This morning, 12 of Rock Hill’s finest rolled out of the fart sack and rolled into the Board of Pain. Special shoutout to our DJ, Catfish for providing the tunes this AM. Burgundy said it best, “Nothing gets you going…
AUG 6, 2015
Board of Pain - Week 1
This morning 13 of Rock Hill's finest attacked the Board of Pain. Special thanks to Jekyll for sharing the pain with the boys across the river. There was no warm up, just jumped right in to 100 burpees. Excellent work…