After a couple high-tech Q reschedules, my number was drawn to Q our supposed “moderate” AO at the Yard yesterday. I’ve heard this place is moderate but I know some of the regular PAX and they’re not so moderate. Additionally, I actually did some research and read a few previous BB’s and guess what? They weren’t so moderate either. I have a tough time dialing it back sometimes but you throw in a few 10-counts and Pusher/Santini chatter and this Q can be confused for moderation. Why did I say all that? Keep reading because some people thought the Weinke was worth a few post-beatdown comments.

I was persuaded to do a nice and easy 3+ mi jaunt for extra credit with Old Bay in the cool, crisp gloom. That almost turned into a 1/4mi walk and back to the air conditioned truck which is exactly what would’ve happened had the rabbit not kept pushing me. Breathing is overrated anyways, right?

Once I met the guys I’ve not met before and did the awkward fist bump/hand shake with the others, we listed to another butchered disclaimer then the 15 of us took a stroll around the lots.

Warm Up (See, it was moderate)
Butt Kickers the length of the lot
Karaoke the length of the lot and back
SSH at varying speed

Oh, let me introduce a man who now came strolling in from the woods with his Secret Service ear piece, digital camo bandana, short shorts and calf sleeves. Who else could it be other than another not-so-moderate fella known as Geronimo. That’s right, he underestimated the length of his trail run so joined us just in time for some bear crawling. He’s not a fan of the warm-ups anyway.

Slow, full-form bear crawls to ensure your knees touch your elbows for roughly 15yds then put it in reverse for the much more enjoyable slow, full-form reverse bear crawl.
I think I was told this is way too hard so we added some Imperial Walkers.
We then did our best imitation of a sand crab and did the sideways bear crawls for 10yds then came back to the start.
Squat Jacks
SSH
Tempo Merkins (3ct down followed by 1ct up)

Grab a partner for a modified DORA…
Partner 1 runs the length of the parking lot while partner 2 does the exercise then flap jack until the following are completed:
100 Merkins
200 LBC’s
200 Calf Raises
100 Flutters of your choice

Insert 10 count here.

Next up were the Squirrel Squats in cadence which is like a flying squirrel followed by a squat. I kept the push-up part but dropped the jumping part which evidently was worthy of some additional Q-jabbing chatter. It’s alright, we only did 10 then followed that with another 10 count. Work with me people.

Side walking Diamond Merkins…5 out then 5 back ’cause you gotta stay balanced.
I think this is where I started ad-libbing with the addition of some Suzanne Somers squats, regular squats, Carolina Dry Docks and something else.

Some slow dying cockroaches then the Seal-Team sit ups and box cutters, yes both forward and reverse. At this point it was 7:52 and I really thought I had 8 more minutes. As a salesman, you’re taught to listen more than you speak but I didn’t listen to my training at this point. I was told the workout was over at least twice but it wasn’t until someone said “7:50” that I realized, yes, this moderate workout ends at 7:50, not 7:52 or 8:00. My apologies PAX, you can revoke my access to Q the Yard.

Announcements: We had a great 2nd F cookout at the Spitz Farm yesterday afternoon. Friday 7/29 3rd F Convergence at 6am at the Eternal Church offices behind Zaxby’s in Ft. Mill. This time, the panel will be reviewing finances and what it means to live your life according to God’s Will.

Prayer Requests: Praise for Spud’s ability to share with us on Friday and exhibit the faith and strength he has. Don’t miss the opportunity to BE BOLD. Please continue to pray for HIM and support HIM. I’d ask for prayers for the continual learning of how to parent my kids as they enter into these new chapters. I often feel ill-prepared but I know that is me not relying on God enough. Praise for a new job starting tomorrow (Monday) for Quick Books and for his obedience to God during his transition. Praise for his family as they remained faithful to God as He always provides.

Always an Honor.
Maximus