**Backblast: “The Hines Grind”**
A foggy, wet, and unseasonably warm winter morning greeted the *pax* at 5:30 a.m. (well, 5:29 a.m. because why wait when suffering is inevitable?). With no time to waste, we jumped right in.
### **Warmarama:**
– Abe Bogotas
– Windmills
– Low Slow Squats
– Squats
– Side Straddle Hops
### **Buy-In:**
– 50 Merkins
– 50 Big Boy Sit-Ups
– 50 Squats
Because nothing says “good morning” like knocking out 150 reps before the actual workout.
### **The Hines Hero WOD – 20-Minute EMOM**
– **Shuttle Run:** 50 meters to the pole and back
– **Flutter Kicks** until the timer sounded for the next round
Each minute on the minute, the *pax* pushed through sprinting, flutter-kicking, and grinding out the reps.
### **Cash-Out:**
– 50 Merkins
– 50 Side Straddle Hops
– 50 Squats
Total reps: A whole lot. But we do it for the fallen.
### **COT – Honoring 1LT Derek Hines**
YHC dedicated this workout to **1LT Derek Hines**, who was killed in action on September 1, 2005, in Baylough, Afghanistan. He embodied leadership, competitiveness, and relentless determination, continuing to return fire despite fatal wounds. His legacy and courage remind us of the sacrifices made for the freedoms we enjoy.
This WOD was designed by Robert Kinney, former battalion commander and trained coach, with the **50-rep buy-in and cash-out honoring LT Hines’ service in the 2-503 IN, “The Rock.”**
We wrapped up 5 minutes early, so Bogey took us home with a quick Mary.
### **Final Thoughts:**
– The fog set the tone for a tough grind.
– 50 merkins at the start *and* end left no room for slacking.
– The freedoms we enjoy come at a price—never forget those who paid it.
#NeverForget #HinesGrind #TheRock
