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\u201cWell done is better than well said<\/em>.\u201d \u2015 Benjamin Franklin
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Another Monday in the books at The Chamber.  Today we had 9 men and 1 K-9 looking to sweat out the frustration of a Saints loss, and also sweat out any celebratory weekend libations of LSU’s win and\/or holiday festivities.  Since we haven’t ventured much to the westward region of the AO, YHC figured we’d explore a bit and check out the area near Ben Franklin High School, and use the namesake as our theme for the day. Here’s what we did:  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Warmup<\/strong> – quick lap around the lot, IW, WM, PP, Plank Roll<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Moseyed to the front of BFHS, kicked around the F3 mantra of “male leadership”, followed by an intro about Ben Franklin’s impact as a leader of his time<\/strong>.  Since he’s on the $100 bill, 100 would be our number of the day….cause “it’s all about the Benjamins<\/em>“, according to Puff Daddy.    <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wall Sit<\/strong> for 100 sec to start things off while YHC shared a refresher of BF’s accomplishments, contributions, and accolades….<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Benjamin Franklin played an important role as one of the eight Founding Fathers, helping draft the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution. He never served as president but was a respected writer, printer, political philosopher, politician, Freemason, postmaster, scientist, inventor, humorist, civic activist, statesman, and diplomat.<\/em>”  Then a few quotes to stew on….\u201cBy failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.<\/em>\u201d……….\u201cIn wine there is wisdom, in beer there is Freedom, in water there is bacteria.<\/em>\u201d \u2015 Benjamin Franklin<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BF stop #2 <\/strong>at the front steps, partnered up for a Dora-ish circuit…..PAX #1 works on 100 Step Jumps (2nd step) followed by 100 Declined Hip Slappers  while PAX#2 runs the parking lot loop, where some good F2 was had along the way.  T-claps to Pop Tart for the brisk runs!  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

BF stop #3<\/strong> near the rear of the building for another Dora-ish circuit…PAX#2 works on 100 Hand Release Merkins followed by 100 Low Slow “Real Man” Squats, cause Ben Franklin didn’t shortcut anything, while PAX#2 runs a similar parking lot loop….more good F2.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since ole Ben was a smart fella, most would assume he was no stranger to the library, so that’s where we headed next.  As the centerpiece of UNO’s campus, the Earl K Long Library boasts some of the finest concrete ledges and sprawling grass around, ideal for some staple F3 exercises.  The plan called for 100 total reps on each of the 4 sides of the building…<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1 \u2013 Dips x25, Calf Raises x25, rinse and repeat  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2 \u2013 Wall Sit for 100 sec while we brushed up on the history of Earl Long, a former Louisiana governor, leader, and lover of the ladies.    <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3 \u2013 25 merkins, 25 step lunge walk, rinse and repeat<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4 \u2013 no time left sooo….<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Indian Run back to the flag, getting back just in time.  Capped off with a COT, announcements, and prayer intentions for several families battling serious medial issues, along with those fighting addiction, and for guidance to continue to be strong men, husbands, fathers, and leaders.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

YHC then remembered to share yet another Franklin quote on the wanke, this one with a bit more substance and relative to what we strive for through F3, and Holy Grove was really digging it, so it was requested that it be read again…      <\/p>\n\n\n\n

 \u201cBe at war with your vices, at peace with your neighbors, and let every new year find you a better man<\/em><\/strong>.\u201d \u2015 Benjamin Franklin<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thanks for the opportunity to lead.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tool <\/p>\n