Growing up, my dad had several inspiring quotes on his office wall.  One read “Every accomplishment starts with the decision to try.”  This quote has been instrumental in my life especially in times of uncertainty or doubt.  My F3 journey started very similar to most, out of shape, in need of others to embrace the power of going through life as a community.  I was encouraged to participate in a CSAUP to stretch myself beyond what I thought I could do.

Anchorman here, speaking from experience, the encouragement of Change Order, Twister and The Chaser for my first CSAUP (mud run) was instrumental in my becoming more committed to The Fort. The impact is more than you know.

We wanted to create a team-oriented event where all pax could experience a relay similar to Dam to Dam.  Most pax have found it to be a positive 1st and 2nd F opportunity.  So, grab your two buddies, your shieldlock, or maybe that Pax you see working hard next to you who hasn’t ever done a CSAUP. Look them in the eye. Tell them he’s on your team. He can do three miles.

Here are the details:

Name:  The Final Countdown

Why:  The mileage of the relay gets progressively lower after each leg.  Real reason, who doesn’t love listening to ’80 hair bands.  If you listen to the song, you’ll be hooked.

Date:  September 10, 2022

Time:  0600

Team:  minimum of 3 Pax, if you don’t have a team, we’ll find one.

Relay details:   The first Pax will run 3 miles and return to the starting point.  The 1st and 2nd Pax will run 3 miles and return to the starting point. The 1st, 2nd, and 3rd runner will run the final 3 miles.  Each route will be unique.  If you get lost, just run 3 miles and return back to the park.

Total miles:  3+3+3 = 10 F3 math   (Runner 1 – 9 miles, Runner 2 – 6 miles, Runner 3 – 3 miles)

The routes:

Leg #1:  https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5043563176

Leg #2:  https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5043544048

Leg #3:  https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5043537712

Routes can be downloaded using Mapmyrun App

Some FAQ:

Do all the teams run together?

All teams will start at the same time.  Each leg will end at Walter Elisha Park.  When the first runner on the team completes the first leg, they begin Leg #2.  Same for Leg #3.

Does everyone arrive at the same time?  

It depends on your team.  It is important to get your team together to understand the time it will take to complete each leg of the relay.  Make sure you have ample amount of time to warm up before your leg of the relay.

What do the guys do while their teammates are running? 

Stretch out, do burpees, or whatever you need to do to get ready for your run.  There will be bootcamp activities at WEP during the CSAUP but save your energy for the relay.

Link to the signup sheet – Click on guitars:    🎸🎸🎸