This day in history… August 14th

It was 70 degrees and humid this morning when 12 pax showed up to exercise their minds and bodies.

DISCLAIMER

Swamp is NOT a professional! He can’t even count while doing SSH, so modify accordingly.

Working out in 70-degree Fahrenheit and humid weather can be challenging for the body as the humidity can make it harder for sweat to evaporate and cool the body down.

Despite the extra effort required, training in the heat offers some potential benefits, according to ROAD iD, such as:
Improved cardiovascular fitness: The added stress of high temperatures and humidity forces the heart to work harder, leading to a stronger cardiovascular system and potentially a lower resting heart rate.
Enhanced mental fortitude: Pushing through uncomfortable conditions can boost resilience and mental toughness, preparing individuals for future challenges in their workouts and daily life.
Increased sweat and blood circulation: The body adapts to the heat by increasing sweat production and blood flow to the skin, which helps regulate body temperature and promote detoxification.
While there are benefits to be gained, it’s crucial to prioritize safety when exercising in hot and humid weather.

Some important safety considerations for the 12 participants in this scenario include:
Hydration: Staying well-hydrated is paramount. Drink plenty of water before, during, and after the workout to replenish lost fluids.
Pacing: Listen to your body and adjust the intensity and duration of the workout as needed. Don’t push yourself beyond your limits, and be prepared to take breaks or stop if you experience any signs of heat-related illness.
Clothing: Wear light-colored, loose-fitting, and moisture-wicking clothing to help facilitate sweat evaporation and cooling, notes the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
Acclimatization: If not accustomed to exercising in these conditions, gradually increase exposure over several days to allow the body to adapt.
Remember, safety should always be the top priority when exercising in any weather conditions, especially in the heat and humidity.
PRAYER
COP

• Run to flagpole for pledge
• SSH x15 in cadence, or not
• Hillbillies x15
• WMH  x10
• SBK slow x5
• OH Claps x10
• LBACs x10 Fwd & Bkd
• Plank, Downward Dog, Wzup Dog
• Etch-A-Stretch

THE THANG
History Trivia

• Run back to 1st light pole
  ——-2 rounds————-
• Merkin x23 Trump is charged in Georgia attempting to overturn the results of the 2020 election in that state, his fourth indictment of 2023.
• Box Jumps x10 The First Youth Olympics Begins. On August 14, 2010, the first Summer Youth Olympic Games was inaugurated
• OHP x15 Most extensive face transplant surgery ever performed on Patrick Hardison by Dr. Eduardo Rodriguez at New York University Langone Medical Center 2015.
• Bulgarian Split Squats x13 (should’ve been 16) each leg (with coupon for EC) Jamaican sprint star Usain Bolt wins the coveted 100m Olympic gold medal in 9.81 seconds at the Rio de Janeiro Olympics 2016, becoming the first man to win the event three times.
• Dips x35 President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act into law 1935, establishing a system of old-age pensions and unemployment insurance in the United States.
• Mtn climbers x45 (two count) Japan surrendered to the Allies 1945, marking the end of World War II. This day is also known as V-J Day (Victory over Japan).
• Lunges x19 per leg (with coupon for EC) “The 1619 Project,” produced by Nikole Hannah-Jones to examine the legacy of slavery in America, launches in The New York Times Magazine 2019.
  ——-Repeat————-
• Run to last light pole and back

MARY

• Plank requested by Jobs 30 sec
• Table top requested by Treble Maker 30 sec
• Freddie Mercury requested by Copy Machine x25
• Wall sit 30 sec
• Dancing Chilcutt (Elbow Plank w/alternating leg lifts in cadence. Great for the back, not so much for the elbows.) x20
• Dirty Hookup for last 2 minutes (Performed as 4 count exercise. Pax plank up, facing a wall with eyes on wall. “1” Right hand raised to press against the wall, “2” Left hand raised to the wall (now in horizontal plank), “3” Right hand down to ground, “4” Left hand down (back to plank position)
  CIRCLE OF TRUST
  PRAYER
• Prayers for Treble Maker and his best friend as he heads off to college
• Prayers for Bobber’s health and wisdom for the doctors who are treating him
• Prayers for Bobber’s friend who recently was diagnosed with stage 4 rectal cancer
  MOLESKIN
  Your mom says thank you for reading this far!
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• Photo Credit: Jester
  ANNOUNCEMENTS
• Meet the Mountains (MTM) is this Friday and Saturday. Sign up to man the F3 booth.
• Arrowhead closed Saturday (8/16) morning to workout at MTM (Winged Deer Park) from 6:00-7:00. Park near boat ramp.
• F3 Dads at Winged Deer Park unofficially Saturday 8/23, time TBD