Three for Sunday Runday. Enhancements and Oofta gave me the best possible gift: 20 extra seconds/mile. Incredible start to my Sunday, MIAGD. -CJ

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Traditional route here. Around the lake, up Kildare, down Tryon, up Cary Pkwy, down Lochmere Dr.

Topic of the day: accountability. What men in your life are you accountable to? What guard rails do you have in your life to keep you in line? What areas of your life do you need accountability? What guard rails would need to be put into place to protect you and your family?

We all have sin in our hearts, and nobody is immune to temptation. Whether it is fitness, spiritual, financial, porn, diet, anger, soft porn in your twitter feed, working too much and giving your family leftovers, the list goes on… Connect with another pax, be vulnerable and encourage the men around you.

Thank you men for being vulnerable and being willing to challenge me.

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**Backblast: The Jordan Finals Tribute Workout**

*Date*: April 12, 2025
*Location*: Lochmere Parking Lot

On this fine day in the year of our Lord, 2025, a ruggedly handsome group of HIMS assembled to channel their inner “His Airness.” The workout paid homage to Michael Jordan’s NBA Finals flu performance—a legendary display of grit and determination.

With the silky rhythms of the *Space Jam* soundtrack to keep them in the zone, the men set out on a range of challenges that mirrored Jordan’s versatility:

1. **Shuttle Runs** – For that fast-break speed.
2. **Defensive Drills** – Hustling like MJ in his prime.
3. **Kettlebell Swings** – Building strength like a champ.
4. **Hill Runs** – Pushing through with Jordan-esque resilience.
5. **Rounds of Push-ups, Pull-ups, and Squats** – Because greatness demands reps.
6. **Layup Drills** – Some stayed in their lane; others showboated with long-distance shots.
7. **Final Feat**: A 250-yard car tow of a 2014 Ford Escape – because why not?

It was a performance worthy of the GOAT himself, with camaraderie and effort shining through every exercise.

**Announcements**:
– Check Slack for all the happenings this weekend.
– Haven’t signed up for the picnic? What are you waiting for?
– Highland Games are coming—don your kilts and show up in style!

**Inspirational Note**:
Life is a team sport, and we all need someone to lean on—just like MJ needed Pippen to conquer those legendary moments. Take a moment today to check on someone who might be in crisis or simply someone you haven’t heard from in a while. A small gesture can mean the world. Together, we can lift each other up and keep pushing forward.

**#NeverAlone #BeLegendary**
Great work today, gentlemen. Let’s keep hitting life like MJ hit those clutch shots.

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5 attended. 5 ran intervals at varying paces. Fun was had at varying degrees.

Picnic and Highland Games announced.

Prayers for rest. Prayers for Joe Smith’s friend’s family dealing with significant loss.

Life is short, Focus on eternity.

Honored to lead this am

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Wasn’t entirely sure how this morning would go after rolling my ankle yesterday but it was a terrific morning in the gloom. At first I thought the cold had chased everyone off and we were going to have a small group but the pax poured out of the woodwork as the clock inched closer to 0530. Intro, disclaimer, pledge and off we mosey.

Long way around to the field for standard warm-ups then back behind the medical buildings for a….

Merkin pain train

The pax were overjoyed by the prospect of this, and the very detailed instructions YHC gave on how to execute said pain train. Lots of questioning about the necessity and wisdom of this choice but naturally that was just the pax’s way of expressing their gratitude. Once that was completed and those early finishing pax were fussed at for simply standing around waiting off we go to thang 2.

Four Corners of Mary in the 88 MPH lot, with rounds of V-Ups, Box Cutters, and Low Slow Flutters. Then off to thang 3 back at the field.

Partner up. Partner 1 calls an exercise and partner two does that AMRAP while P1 runs the small ramp pickle. Switch. After P1 and P2 complete AMRAP + Pickle, P2 gets to call an exercise for the next round. Some masochistic pax called merkins as one of their choices….. Lots of mumblechatter and concern about time and getting back to the flag by several pax including two overly concerned site Qs. After round 4 we moseyed back for an expertly time HAND.

SIGN UP FOR THE PICNIC (and the Highland Games).

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Great morning at Krypto joined by a strong father/son combo passing through from Charlottesville. Quick glance at Jr and I knew he was ready to roll so off we went for intervals on Regency parkway (borrowed from Enhancements) then back to Thee Avenue for 7s. Disorganized Indian run down the hill with a fun run back to flag for a ring of fire (Francois eventually figured it out). Appreciate the opportunity to lead this group. Prayers and gratitude for family members hitting new milestones. MIAGD!

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16 descended upon the lovely Giles residence in the hills of Regency for a poker night to remember. Vegan and non-Vegan snacks were provided. Beverages of various types were brought in by select Pax.

The game – two tables of 8 pax each. One of them was Tamara’s prized dining room table which was treated with appropriate care. Pax were randomly assigned to a table and a seat. One table seemed to have the more serious poker players, plus a wild card who kept busting them up and putting them on tilt.

Blinds increased very rapidly and steeply to keep things moving, which was both scorned and appreciated.

As the night wore on, the cream rose to the top with most of the names you expected to be there making the final table (except for Kiffin, who went out early despite a re-buy). High drama with many all-in moments. Down to the final 4 of Term, Astro, Augmented and Hermes. Out goes TP at the hands of the host and then down went that same HIM at one of the remaining two players. Not a single heads up hand was played as Astro quickly motioned to call it done and split up the winnings. Augmented with 2x the chips threw his weight around and suggested a $380 vs $100 split, which was rejected. After upping the offer to $360 and $120 the deal was sealed and two Pax went home monetary winners. But really…all who attended won.

Could highlights…
-term coming over to table two with exasperated updates on bad beats at his table
-oofda complaining about a bunch of recyclables that ended up in the trash can.
-laloosh doing laloosh things
-learning that there are both bosswood and boxwood cts in Cary
-Astro busting up Amway on another venue
-Buncha pax staying up hours past their bedtime

Well done, Hermes!

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Glorious morning at Point Break as 14 of us set off to conquer 11s Stairs and HRM while 2 dudes bro talked. Fairly certain this has never been done in SCary and won’t surprise me if never done again. Took way longer than anticipated and the Thangs held in reserve will be saved for another day.

Announcements – Poker, HG, WH ASS, Picnic

Prayers – Petey, Lisa, Uni’s brother, Quiver’s father, Coco Crisp (Carpex).

Love you guys

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On the morn of the 169th Loch-n-Load, a non-baker’s dozen emerged from the farthest corners of South Cary (and beyond) for the 2nd-ever Site Q transition workout at the illustrious Area of Operations. The PAX pledged and prepared for a lengthier-than-usual HG diatribe… which was boiled down to a ‘LETS GO’ and we were off.

Loop around Whisperwood when we encountered our first stroke of adversity – an enlimpened Site Q emerged on the warmup circle. After much groaning at the warmup choices, the group returned to Lochmere Drive and headed to the bridge for Irkins, Merkins, and Derkins IN THE STREET. T-Clap to our safety minded PAX for keeping us safe.

To the bottom of the hill and Tonnage took over. PTL. Rocks and Hills. Never easy! Back to the top and split off our walking contingent. Transitioned the Q to Morpheus, who took us to the newly minted Morpheus Drive for 7s – Merkins at the top, squat jumps at the bottom. Burpees til the 6 at the bottom until the transition to Jigglypuff!

Mosey back through the pickle area to the bball hoop. Shoot a free-ish throw, do 5 burpees if you miss. Mosey back to the flag, rejoining the walkers who were mid-air-hump. About 10s late though, so have a nice day!

NMS

It is a great honor to serve as Site Q once more, and so psyched that Morpheus is stepping up in this way. Super grateful for HGTV and Tonnage – the flag can be a heavy burden at times, but you have carried it with great leadership. THANK YOU for creating and driving forward a site that exemplifies all three Fs! Now excuse me, I need to go break my caps lock button…

pNMS

Today was HG’s 114th LnL!

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6 embarked on a journey following the JDI route. But a mid run audible was called to pursue quieter, more discussion friendly roads. And it paid off. Great open discussion about what retirement means to each person, with a coalescence around the idea that it’s really about following your passions in life. The current concept of retirement in America originated in Germany in the late 1800s, which led to a tangent of this excellent skit from the late Norm McDonald, copied below for your entertainment.

https://youtu.be/uXdtafGdIVM?si=hVnhtIEXO0FinaWR

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