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

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

Qs come in 3s
WARMUP: 2 SSH… that’s it… I warmed up yesterday THE THANG: Mosey, ‘Mericans, bear crawl, lunge walk, dips, reverse lunge walk,Al Gore, Mosey, burpees, mosey, burpees, mosey, burpees, mosey, dolly, mosey, dips, chips, chains, whips… still with me? The boys did great keeping up with me this morning, D’ DoctoR scares me riding in on pitch black roads, wildturkey was the official spokesman for Ducky who absolutely crushed it this morning and does David Bouy even sweat? MARY: Everywhere as always ANNOUNCEMENTS: You are freed to lead COT: Be present, have gratitude, serve
Summer hibernation
Nothing like seeing the summer winding down and the runners start to return to the gloom… The secret Ductwork, Mr Brady, Baracus text thread once again successfully increased our PAX and we had a solid group of 6, including Keystone who had been out for a few months. What began as an out-and-back changed to a suicide on Fullwood, running down and hitting every light spot, with increasing merkins at the top. Pretty much stayed together all morning. Mr Brady found some fire at the end and we booked it up the hill. Heard a lot of mumble chatter about Mr B’s Scottish travel issues, but not as bad as his old contractor issues...so he’s got that going for him. Turkey Leg is planning on running Boston again, anyone else? Bueller? Ductwork joined us on 2 hours of sleep (Geraldo, are you listening?) but still pushed hard till the end. Look closer at Baracus’s Strava. Allegedly he’s been walking instead of running. Keystone pushed the pace and it was good to have him back out. Joined Peak 51 for COT and coffee. They tried to do BOM at 6:14 which is illegal as we had timed our return perfectly. Mall Cop with the takeout.
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