15 men showed up in the gloom this morning for a tour of Anvil. We did accomplish the goal of moving around campus and not staying in any one place for too long. Unfortunately, a little over 2 miles later we ran out of time for the last stop at Northface, an Anvil staple, so you did not quite get your money’s worth today.
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We were treated to some amusement first thing this morning while Tiger Rag tried to get over to the launch point but was blocked multiple times by cones roughly the same color as his Jeep. With the group (eventually) assembled and Van Pelt instructed to put on gloves to protect his delicate mitts, we were off. During the time bomb burpees someone mentioned that with the PAX in control of when we burpee, stalling for the entire workout was technically possible. Luckily, the PAX quickly realized that running in place for 45 minutes is just about the most mind-numbing thing imaginable and we made it around the circle in decent time. Crisis averted.
Definitely heard some nervous chatter about the buckets feeling a little weak/sketchy on the bottom. YHC had never used them for things other than pulling weeds, washing the car, etc. and did say a prayer that a bucket did not give way and send pavers showering down on some poor soul’s legs. Apparently, Lowe’s blue buckets < Home Depot orange buckets. The only other mumbling was that of Ickey Shuffle asking where the rest of the weight was while digging around for 80 lb kettlebells. Rock sets were uneventful aside from VP reminding YHC that 3 comes after 2 when messing up calling cadence.
The 7s of merkins/mountain climbers were a smoker (thanks, Metro). Some knees were seen around the circle but more than a few guys made it through in plank the whole time. Strong work, gentlemen. YHC’s voice was definitely heard cracking once or twice during the last few cadence calls. Note to self for next Q: less cadence, more breathing.
Thanks to Udder who saved YHC some embarrassment during COT by whipping out his phone when YHC realized his own was in the other lot with the buckets. And, thanks to Paper Jam for the pavers that filled our buckets today — they are safely back at Centurion where I found them and remain un-bloodied for the time being. T-claps to Lorax, Knight Rider and Lambo who stopped on their way out to help YHC load the heavy stuff up for departure (btw – meant to ask if it’s Lambo or Lambeau? Saw it this way in another BB and went with it.)
Mumblechatter was relatively low for Anvil today as everyone kept their heads down and put in some solid work. It was an honor to lead this morning. Lobsta Roll and McGee run a great workout at Anvil – if you haven’t been or it’s been a while since you visited, come check it out sometime. I believe Ickey is on Q next week so it’s sure to be a good one.
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