Fitness. Fellowship. Faith.
THE THANG:
MARY:
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
COT:
THE THANG:
>From a deck deal 10 cards face down. Each time you flip one, do the exercise, then flip the next on top, do both, then next all three until all 10 are flipped. Then the chosen one has to recall (with Pax assistance) all ten in reverse order and execute each one as a group. If there are any mistakes, finish with 20 burpees.
First round, one rep of each to learn.
Second round, 5 reps of each
Third round, 7 reps of each and sprint across the field before flipping each card.
MARY:
No time
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Escape from Haw Ridge April 5
GTE April 26ish
Hardship Hill May 27
COT:
Remembering doesn’t work like we want. We like the computer kind of memory where we just put it in, then we can get it back exactly the same whenever we like. But we remember some things and forget others. Why? Are there different ways to remember? How do I remember what is important?
Because we aren’t computers, we have developed methods of remembering. Though the words ritual, liturgy, and tradition aren’t much in vogue, they are a powerful means to remember well. A ritual provides repetition, ingraining that which you repeat. Liturgy acts out a story, activating many senses in an experience that sticks better than a fact. Tradition filters the multiplicity of that which might be remembered and holds dearly to that which ought to be remembered.
These things are on my mind as we approach Holy Week, in which Christians use these tools to relive and reinforce what we believe is the fundamental truth of the universe. But the approach applies across the spectrum of life, and you should use them to prioritize the things that fill your mind.
THE THANG:
Divide into two teams for Battleship. 5 sets of cones set out facing each other. Run and grab a tennis ball, sprint to your far side, sprint to a battle station and perform the exercise on the cardboard, fire your tennis ball at the other team’s ships. Repeat until one team sinks all of the other team’s ship.
Team 1 wins Round 1. Team 2 wins Round 2.
Teams hold plank while 1 man sprints to collect a tennis ball and comes back. First team to 17 balls is our winner.
MARY:
“Turn it Up” by Oh the Larceny. Burpee each time the song says “Turn it Up” – SSH the rest of the time. Crawlspace and Toretto finished and hereby join Erector in the PAX Hall of Fame as men who have completed this challenge!
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Mermaid’s home tonight, Rainbow Falls hike tomorrow, Mountain Biking AO launches Monday, Escape From Haw Ridge April 5th – details for all these are on Slack.
COT:
Tagged on to Crawlspace’s COT from Wednesday – specifically about having discipline over your thoughts.
Take every thought captive…and make it obedient to Christ… 2 Corinthians 10:5
Philippians 4:8
“…whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.”
Let’s work to get really good at realizing when our thoughts are negative and we are daydreaming about guilt, mistakes, slights (real or imagined), and other unhelpful darkness where (whiny voice) “I’m the victim…” Let’s get good at shifting out of that mindset and into virtuous thinking. One of the best ways to shift from negative thinking to positive thinking is by expressing gratitude.
THE THANG:
This Q is about accelerating the January Metric. We’re going to get BETTER at the January metric list. Running, Merkins, Core, & Squats.
Mosey to the Bell (explain on the run)
Dora:
Stop 1 – (This is the LONGEST stop. )
Partner A does reps of either: core, merkins, OR squats. Focus on only ONE per location. Core, merkins, or squats.
You can (and should) modify the “style”. (ie diamond merkins, one leg squats, Freddie’s, etc) The goal is simply to not stop, even if you modify.
Partner B runs one lap. When partner B returns, partner A runs and partner B works.
2 laps each.
Stop 2-
>From the bell, mosey to the pond.
At the pond, everyone must get a NEW dance partner.
Choose one of the exercises you didn’t do yet.
A works, B runs.
Laps are now 3 laps each at the pond.
Stop 3 –
Mosey to K25.
At K25 everyone must get a new dance partner.
Choose one of the exercises you haven’t done yet. Do it at the top.
Partner B runs down the hill and back up (intensify with a burpee). 4 laps.
RTF
MARY:
Basilisks, Boxcutters, Heels to Heaven, Freddy Mercuries, Knoxville Cherry Picker (just one).
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Haw Ridge!, Rainbow Falls Ruck, Chainbreakers!
COT:
Scripture: “Put off your old self, which belongs to your former manner of life and is corrupt through deceitful desires, and be renewed in the spirit of your minds, and put on the new self, created after the likeness of God in true righteousness and holiness.” – Ephesians 4:22-24
Christian men are called to a life of constant improvement, leaving behind our old selves and embracing the new.
This is not merely a one-time act, but a daily decision to put off our old habits and mindsets and to put on the new, reflecting the image of God in true righteousness and holiness.
The old self, which we are called to put off, refers to our former way of life, corrupted by deceitful desires. These desires can lead us astray, causing us to act in ways that do not align with God’s will.
As men of God, we must recognize and confront these desires, turning away from temptation and towards the path of righteousness. Putting on the new self, created in the likeness of God, means allowing the Holy Spirit to transform our minds and hearts, leading us to live more like Jesus.
This process of renewal begins with a commitment to constant improvement, seeking God’s guidance and direction in every aspect of our lives.
As we strive for constant improvement, remember that this is not a solo endeavor. We are called to support and encourage one another, building each other up in love and accountability. Let us be examples of godly men, walking in the light and reflecting the love and grace of our heavenly Father.
**One practical challenge to KEEP GETTING BETTER: Keep AT LEAST one day on the Q calendar at all times. Commit to leading men in the gloom.**
In conclusion, let us heed the call to put off the old self and put on the new, embracing a life of constant improvement. Let us seek God’s guidance and support one another in this sacred journey, as we grow more like Jesus and reflect His image in our daily lives.
THE THANG:
Mosey to freedom bell
Set 1 (20 rep)
– LBC
– Superman
– Pickle Pointer
– Heel Touches
– Toe Touches
– Pickle Pounders
– Hold plank/squat until everyone finishes
Mosey lower loop then pickup the six or hold plank/squat until everyone finishes
Set 2 (20 rep)
– Pickle pointer
– Flutter Kicks
– Bird Dog
– Mountain Climber
– Pickle pounder and reach
– One legged lifts
– Hold plank/squat until everyone finishes
Mosey lower loop then pickup the six or hold plank/squat until everyone finishes
Repeat Set 1 (15 reps)
Mosey lower loop then pickup the six or hold plank/squat until everyone finishes
Repeat Set 2 (15 reps)
Mosey to shovel flag
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Convergence at worlds fair park 17Feb24
Escape Ha
COTS:
Are you going to God with your problems and asking that God give you the solution you desire or are you laying your troubles before God and seeking his will?
I know, I personally struggle with this. Most recently I have been pursuing new employment to cut back on my travels and time away from my family. I’ve been diligent in my prayers and seeking God. It was when my answer came not as a new job but as my current role putting things in my court to solve the problem and letting me do just that. I then realized this entire time I’ve been seeking God to solve things my way and not trusting in his infinite wisdom.
Proverbs 3: 5-6 states:
5.Trust in the LORD with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding.
6.Seek his will in all you do, and he will show you which path to take.
John 3:30 (ESV) states:
He must increase, I must decrease
This is not a negative position even though it sounds like we must become less the realty is we can only become greater through him. Zach Williams’ song Less Like me chorus says it simply.
A little more like mercy, a little more like grace
A little more like kindness, goodness, love and faith
A little more like patience, a little more like peace
A little more like Jesus, a little less like me
Similar to what @Biohack said, are we seeking Gods wisdom like Solemn?
