National Sock Day or National Cookie Day?

The freezing fog advisory didn’t keep 11 PAX from stepping into the 24 degree gloom to see what challenge would be revealed under the bright moonlight. Most said you could always put more on in the freezing temps, but there was another debating that 100 degrees was better with impassioned fervor. Weather conditions have been a “hot” button issue for some in recent days, while others just shrug and wonder what about the 5 principles are so confusing or how there was false advertising that drew them out of their cozy warm bed to avoid the suck. That’s not how F3 rolls. We do hard things, and encourage and lead those around us to escape from their complacency and at times sluggish mindset.
DISCLAIMER
PRAYER
COP
SSH x15
AV (or Windmill depending on age?) x10
WMH x10
TTT x10
ETCH-A-STRETCH
TF x10 Fwds & x 10 Bkwds
SIBK x 8

THE THANG

• Group run fail on my part that needed better instruction- Idea was for PAX in front to run around the island while the 6 is walking with ruck until the runner arrives, then the ruck is handed off to the runner, who is now walking/rucking and the next PAX in the front runs around island, etc. This made sense in my head, but couldn’t articulate it in the gloom.
• 11’s on the hill. PAX Choice-
  1. Merkins at bottom of the hill, Bernie with coupon up hill, and Squat Jumps up top (Most popular choice, if not unanimous, also known as the deconstructed burpee)
  2. Split Squats with coupon, Bernie with coupon up hill, and Mike Tysons up top

MARY

• Big Boy Sit Ups x25
• Lying Leg Raise Hold / Neighbor Leg Throwdowns- PAX lay on back in a circle with legs extended straight in front, while one PAX runs around the circle pushes the other PAX legs down towards the ground, often varying the direction (straight down, to the left, or to the right) and returns to their spot, then the next PAX runs around doing the same until all PAX have gone. The goal for those on the ground is to engage their core muscles to resist the force and stop their feet from touching the ground, then lift their legs back to the starting position in a controlled manner.
  CIRCLE OF TRUST
  PRAYER
• Praise for the F3 community and the ability to push ourselves physically and mentally. Prayers that we are able to be discerning in our daily grind, that we are able to be forgiving and joyful in all circumstances we face, that we are able to be a light for others, and that we navigate stressed or broken relationships in a way that reveals God’s glory and grace in our lives.

ANNOUNCEMENTS
Xmas convergence at ironhorse. Looking for PAX and families to serve the community by helping out at Second Harvest Food Bank of Northeast Tennessee. Let Swamp or Culture Club know if your interested.

MOLESKIN

Continue to push the boulders in your life! Do not fall prey to the temptation of what’s easy.

What is the purpose of having a national day, and why do people care?

• International Observances & National Days
  • National Sock Day: Founded to commemorate a few toe-tapping historical events, this day encourages celebrating socks.
  • National Dice Day: A day to enjoy games involving dice.
  • Cabernet Franc Day: A day dedicated to celebrating this specific wine variety.
  • Santa’s List Day: A fun holiday observation during the festive season. 

  World Wildlife Conservation Day: This day is dedicated to raising awareness about the preservation of global flora and fauna and their natural habitats.International Cheetah Day: This day highlights the plight of the cheetah, the most endangered big cat in Africa, and the need for conservation efforts.International Day of Banks: Recognized by the UN, this day acknowledges the vital role of banking systems in sustainable development.National Cookie Day & National Dice Day: Various lighthearted national days are observed in the United States, including those celebrating cookies and dice games.National Miners Day: A day to honor the sacrifices and hard work of miners.

• Bonus points if you got this far. Let me know, and I’ll bring you a cookie.