backblasts
Every workout’s write-up, newest first — straight from the Q’s backblast.
363 backblasts mention “Spider”
JUL 30, 2016
"If a HIM VQ's at The Deep and no PAX post, are his exercises in cadence or OYO?"
Fortunately, I didn't have to find the answer to this existential question. Two familiar vehicles weaved their way into the parking lot at 0625. I had been nervous all week, thinking about my VQ, and arrived at the AO…
THE RANCH · JUL 21, 2016
3 for 1 Special at the Ranch
12 Pax took part in my 3 for one AO offer. We had 4 pre-runners (Spiderman/Hauscka/WhatDid/Axel) and 2 from #SpitzArmy (The Nantan himself and Atticus). With no FNGs present an abbreviated disclaimer was given and we…
THE RANCH · JUL 7, 2016
The Ranch - No (Rodeo) Clowning around when its Leg Day!
18 PAX came to The Ranch for a little Rodeo. I asked who what hiding from the Board of Pain at LI, but the PAX did not even know it was happening. Proud of all PAX that have turned away from the fartsack and posted…
THE RANCH · JUN 9, 2016
Siri leads a mean COP
13 of The Fort's finest arrived at the Ranch. I am always excited to Q at this AO. Last time it was a surprise appearance for the Board of Pain. Might have explained why the number was a bit lower than the weekly…
THE RANCH · JUN 2, 2016
The Ranch - Humility, Humidity and a Plan
12 PAX and a boatload of humidity showed up at The Ranch! I had the country music playing but there was no beer swinging at this party. Wish there was, as it was hot and we were thirsty!! Away we went..... Not sure of…
COLOSSEUM · MAY 10, 2016
What Goes Up Surely Comes Down
Apparently there is an old riddle that asks "What goes up but doesn't come down?" Some may know the answer but I'll get to that later. For our case at the Colosseum this week, the exercise count went up and never looked…
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…
THE RANCH · APR 14, 2016
WhatDid the Ranch Do?
18 Pax at The Ranch for another WhatDid Q. I don’t have many under my belt, but each one gives me another opportunity to be a better leader and for that, thank you Spider Man and the fellow Pax for playing along. After…
THE RANCH · MAR 10, 2016
The Ranch - Someone say Cake??
Ahhhh......The Ranch!! Home away from Home for YHC. I started The Ranch back in 2013/14 and it is still one of the top AOs in all the area. However what makes a great AO is the PAX that attends there and The Ranch…
COLOSSEUM · MAR 1, 2016
18 for Wall Crawling at the Colosseum
YHC arrived at the Colosseum just in time to see the pre-runners coming in. Crash was with them and gave us a quick joke about not wanting to attend so he was leaving. Part of that was true, he did have to leave for a…
THE RANCH · FEB 4, 2016
Bored of Pain?
YHC thought of bringing a little surprise to the Ranch this week. So I consulted my brother Jekyll and collected all the ingredients for what would be a fine beatdown this gloomy Thursday. As the Pax rolled in we…
THE RANCH · JAN 21, 2016
Everything is better with Ranch... A WAY Back Blast...
The Prodigal Backblaster returns... So, after all the crap I talked about writing Back Blasts, I (naturally) am nearly a week late with this one... Showed up to The Ranch and I had heard rumors of FNGs joining us, but…
DEC 22, 2015
Why did you come?
9 pax gathered in the gloom. Moderate cold and pouring rain that would make Noah proud. I asked the question "why did you come today?" Answers: "The right thing to do", "keep a commitment", "for you(my brothers)". Aye…
DEC 18, 2015
VQ with Mainframe @ the Swamp
Mainframe took the opportunity to lead and gave the PAX a hard workout on a balmy 56 degree day in December. Here are his notes from our adventure... The Thang Mosey to Home Depot lot with some karaoke and high knees…
THE ARMORY · NOV 9, 2015
Payment in the downpour
3 pax showed up for a wet beat down by backdraft. It could have been 1 if the other 2 did not have to show up to pay off a bet to a true Tennessee fan. 2 of us got the gloom started off early with a nice 51 burpees in…
THE RANCH · OCT 8, 2015
No Q..........You do it
As the PAX gathered we all waited for the Q. Site Q McGruff, who was posting even with an injury, had already asked YHC to take the Q five minutes prior should World Wide Leader not show. It became apparent that he was…
THE RANCH · SEP 24, 2015
Track and Field in the Gloom
It has been months since YHC has been out to the Ranch and I couldn't resist the siren song of the full track for a Track and Field inspired workout. No FNGs, so a light disclaimer was disclaimed and we took off. The…
THE RANCH · SEP 10, 2015
3rd Option as Q.....
YHC was not on the original schedule to Q the Ranch today. Originally it was Senator Tressel, who had to reschedule due to the BRR. Then it was Longshanks, who was out on IR. So the opportunity was mine and as always…
THE RANCH · JUL 23, 2015
What would my 2.0s do if they could post at The Ranch
17 men converged on the Ranch for another workout on a perfect morning at one of our favorite AO's. Warm up: - SSH X26 - Windmills X15 - Merkin X15 – touch your chest to the pavement, come up an inch….hold (NO CHEATING)…
THE BALLROOM · JUL 21, 2015
Return of the Murph
12 Men posted to The Ballroom this morning to put in some serious work. YHC alluded to what was coming the night before on the Twitter Machine and was curious to see who would show. 5 of us put in 3+ miles prior to the…
THE RANCH · JUL 9, 2015
4 Corner Burpee Laps at the Ranch
12 of The Fort's finest men avoided the fartsack this morning and descended upon The Ranch for Four corners of Burpees and the People's Donkey Balls. The Shovel Flag was planted and the disclaimer was mentioned. Off we…
VARSITY · JUN 26, 2015
Plyo Punisher
Still in its infancy, Varsity was created to be primarily a plyometric, explosive workout focusing on full lower body/legs to improve power. It also implies that this is no JV level work out. Bring your A game or you'll…
THE RANCH · JUN 25, 2015
Unconventional Rodeo at the Ranch
9 Men enjoyed a relatively cool and breezy morning at the Ranch. Just enough Breeze to clear the air (Cable Guy). Welcome to Real Estate tycoon FNG Montelongo! The message for today was simple, get out in the world…
THE RANCH · APR 2, 2015
Agony at The Ranch
15 brave men posted at The Ranch this morning for a solid dose of fellowship and agony. The PAX started off with a mosey from the parking lot to the traffic light on Springfield Parkway and back, then circled up for…