FREE, PEER-LED
OUTDOOR WORKOUTS
FOR MEN
Planting, growing, and serving small workout groups to invigorate male community leadership in South Charlotte.
OUR FOUNDATION
THE THREE Fs OF F3
Fitness is the magnet, Fellowship is the glue, and Faith is the purpose.
1. Fitness
Workouts take place outdoors in all weather conditions—rain, shine, heat, or snow. Led in rotation by participants, workouts adapt to all fitness levels.
2. Fellowship
Strong bonds formed in the Gloom bleed over into 2nd F lunches, coffee socials, and genuine male friendship that combats isolation.
3. Faith
Defined simply as belief in something bigger than yourself. We empower men to give back and lead in their families, workplaces, and local communities.
MORE THAN A WORKOUT.
A BROTHERHOOD.
Every morning in the Gloom, hundreds of South Charlotte men gather free of charge to sweat, hold each other accountable, and build lasting friendships that extend far beyond the workout.
NON-NEGOTIABLE
THE 5 CORE PRINCIPLES OF EVERY F3 WORKOUT
Free of Charge
Never any fees, dues, or subscriptions.
Open to All Men
Regardless of age, background, or fitness level.
Held Outdoors
Rain or shine, hot or cold, 365 days a year.
Peer-Led
Led in rotating fashion by PAX members.
Ends with COT
Every workout concludes with Circle of Trust.
WORKOUT LOCATIONS
FEATURED SOUTH CHARLOTTE AOs
Anvil
Outdoor peer-led workout.
Bagpipe
Outdoor peer-led workout.
Base Camp
Boot Camp (Moderate Intensity)
F3 NATION API
ORG 25124LATEST WORKOUT BACKBLASTS
Mtn Goat
WARMUP: Dynamic stretches and a jog up to Raintree THE THANG: out n back up Raintree to four mile to whitethorn 5mi ish MARY: n/a ANNOUNCEMENTS: COT: slim_fast
Old Skool
Ghostwritten by DW… A great, experienced crew for the #FunFriday beatdown courtesy of the former site-Q Header. WARMUP: Not 100% sure as YHC and Mr. Brady were late to the festivities but eventually found the PAX across the street THE THANG: Multiple trips around the ‘hood with stops at each intersection for some work (Merkins, Dry Docks, LBCs, Flutter, etc.) Then back to campus for partner work around the track. 1/2 laps runs with various cumulative exercises with partners. Off to the top of the stairs for rock work, wall sits, and amazing mumblechatter. MARY: A full 7 minutes of Mary with the entire PAX calling an exercise in rotation. ANNOUNCEMENTS: COT: YHC
SCARS - THE Force Awakens
WARMUP: Mosey to the Big Rock THE THANG: What i worried would be a small crowd turned into a strong turnout and epic ruck to Big Rock park. I broke out my new lightsaber trekking pole which lead the way through many a dark path this morning. Wildlife abounded including a record breaking caterpillar, at least two skunks (maybe), and one owl that trailed us for about a block. Kudos to The Worm for packing a spare headlamp and challenging us to make it all the way to Stonecrest. As always Timex and Redline set the pace while still managing to work in some Muricans. MARY: Imperials walkers and Muricans ANNOUNCEMENTS: Big challenge coming up next month! Also heard there's a ruck going this weekend, hit up taggart for deets
WHAT TO EXPECT AT YOUR FIRST WORKOUT
Show up 5–10 minutes early, bring glove liners or work gloves if needed, water, and an open mind. You don’t need to be in shape to start—you just need to post!
- No sign-up required, just show up
- Modify exercises as needed
- Receive your F3 nickname at COT
- Join the South Charlotte Slack group