Next week we celebrate Independence Day. So we put our history knowledge to the test while getting stronger. Periodically, a representative PAX would be asked a question about the Revolutionary War (he could get help from the group). Get it right; T-claps. Get it wrong; 5x OYO burpees for everyone.
WARMORAMA
– 15x IC SSH
– 10x IC Michael Phelps
– 10x IC air squats
– 10x IC monkey humpers
THE THANG
Q1: What towns did the British plan to attack when Paul Revere rode to warn the towns?
A1: Lexington & Concord
– Mosey (like Paul Revere) to the pavilion and back
Q2: What date is considered the start of the Revolutionary War?
A2: 4/19/1775
– 4x squat block throws
– 19x IC block swings
– 17x IC diamond Merkins
– 38x IC (75 + 1 for extra credit) air squats
Q3: What day of December did George Washington cross the Delaware River?
A3: 25th
– 25x IC block bent over rows
Q4: How many representatives signed the Declaration of Independence?
A4: 56
– 55 is close to 56, and what’s our favorite exercise with 55 reps?
– 10..1 Motivator
Q5: What date did the Continental Congress adopt the Declaration of Independence?
A5: 7/4/1776
– 7x IC skull crushers
– 4x IC overhead block press
– ran (planned to run 76 yards)
– 20x no-surrenders (was supposed to be 17, math is hard)
– ran again
Q6: What date was the Treaty of Paris signed that signaled the end of the war?
A6: 9/3/1783
– 9x IC log (block) PT
– 3x 8-ct man makers
Running out of time for anything 83x related, so we had time for one more question.
Q7: It is current tradition that the Liberty Bell is tapped by some of the descendants of the original signers of the Declaration of Independence. How many times is the Bell struck?
A7: 13
– 13 block curls
MARY (review time)
Q8: Year of the start of the war?
A8: 1775
– 17x IC American Hammer
– 76x LBCs (40 + 38)
Q9: Year of adopting the Declaration of Independence?
A9: 1776
– 76 (38x IC) flutter kicks (20 regular + 10 hands on side + 18 hands on chest)
Q10: How many people died in battle during the war (according to Wikipedia)
A10: 8000
– a silent 80s plank to remember and honor all of those who have given all throughout our nation’s history. Freedom is not free.
Ended with COT
MOLESKIN
We are blessed to live in this Nation where we enjoy opportunities and freedom envied by many in the world. PAX were encouraged to consider Galatians 5:13 that speaks of using our freedom to serve one another. This was tied back to the Mission of F3 that aims to invigorate male community leadership. May all the PAX aim to use our freedom and opportunities to lead and serve those around us.
Prayers were offered for Bunyan’s M and Eagle’s M, safe travels for Red Card, Trojan, Drawstring, and Door Dash’s family while they go on their respective trips, Square’s family and his foster kids, strength and protection for the persecuted church, Double Mint’s daughter, and praises for Popo’s mission trip to Texas.
Side note: block throws may not be the best idea as we experienced a few damaged blocks. Sorry Popo 🙁
All the PAX did a great job today. It was a grind, but everyone put in the work with a smile (well, maybe the smiles were after it was done). Thanks for following my lead today!