Rinna Posted November 30, 2020 Report Share Posted November 30, 2020 3 hours ago, Rhovaniel said: You know, Gollum's agile and we know he's got some endurance about him. I think he'd handle burpees fairly well.... 1 2 Quote Level -20 Zombie Princess "The only way to lose is to give up." -Tanktimus the Encourager "You can't beat someone that refuses to give up” -Björn Járnhamar Link to comment
SkyGirl Posted November 30, 2020 Report Share Posted November 30, 2020 I'm in. The darkness has reigned over our world long enough - it's time to take it back. 7 Quote SKY ELVENWORD NOBLEHEART The Silver Archer, Ranger Level 51 Jesus-follower | Writer | Encourager | Resident Myers-Briggs and Enneagram Geek "Knowing that we can be loved exactly as we are gives us all the best opportunity for growing into the healthiest of people." - Fred Rogers Link to comment
h3r0 Posted November 30, 2020 Report Share Posted November 30, 2020 I'm in. Will there be deadlifts? 2 Quote LEVEL 4 - Half Elf - Sword Assassin STR: 9 DEX: 4 CON: 8 INT: 6 CHA: 7 SKILLS: Swordsman EQUIPMENT: Padded Armor, Wooden Sword BADGES: Stormrider Link to comment
spezzy Posted November 30, 2020 Report Share Posted November 30, 2020 7 hours ago, Tanktimus the Encourager said: It's me, of course there are no burpees. 7 hours ago, Elastigirl said: Hmmm, I don't think it's usually Tank's idea to do burpees.Seems to me, someone else is more infamous for handing out burpees.😉 And this is how I know that this is exactly what someone who intends to hand out burpees would say! 1 7 Quote Current Challenge - Instagram “There's only one rule that I know of, babies—God damn it, you've got to be kind.” Link to comment
Tanktimus the Encourager Posted November 30, 2020 Author Report Share Posted November 30, 2020 2 minutes ago, spezzy said: And this is how I know that this is exactly what someone who intends to hand out burpees would say! I would not submit even an enemy to burpees. 2 1 Quote Current Challenge "By the Most-Righteous-and-Blessed Beard of Sir Tanktimus the Encourager!" - Jarl Rurik Harrgath Link to comment
Scaly Freak Posted November 30, 2020 Report Share Posted November 30, 2020 18 minutes ago, Tanktimus the Encourager said: I would not submit even an enemy to burpees. Because I know you to be honorable, this has convinced me it is safe to sign up on the mystery spreadsheet. 4 Quote The Great Reading Thread of 2023 “I've always believed that failure is non-existent. What is failure? You go to the end of the season, then you lose the Super Bowl. Is that failing? To most people, maybe. But when you're picking apart why you failed, and now you're learning from that, then is that really failing? I don't think so." - Kobe Bryant, 1978-2020. Rest in peace, great warrior. Personal Challenges, a.k.a.The Saga of Scalyfreak: Tutorial; Ch 1; Ch 2; Ch 3; Ch 4; Ch 5; Ch 6; Intermission; Intermission II; Ch 7; Ch 8; Ch 9; Ch 10; Ch 11; Ch 12 ; Ch 13; Ch 14; Ch 15; Ch 16; Ch 17; Intermission III; Ch 18; Ch 19; Ch 20; Ch 21; Ch 22; Ch 23; Ch 24; Ch 25; Intermission IV; Ch 26; Ch 27; Ch 28; Ch 29; Ch 30; Ch 31; Ch 32; Ch 33; Ch 34; Ch 35; Ch 36; Ch 37; Ch 38; Ch 39; Ch 40; Intermission V; Ch 41; Ch 42 Link to comment
Qeidren Posted November 30, 2020 Report Share Posted November 30, 2020 Count me in. Quote Connor "Qeidren" Murphy, Aspiring Sky Pirate St: (4) Pe: (7) En: (4) Ch: (3) In: (7) Ag: (5) Lu: (3) Bonus Points: 53(53) Link to comment
Epsilonte Posted November 30, 2020 Report Share Posted November 30, 2020 I've been thinking about joining and hesitating, because the fear of burpees is strong in me... But you all convinced me that there might not be so much to be afraid of, sooo I'm in! 2 Quote Challenges: 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12, 13, 14, 15 Link to comment
doctorake Posted November 30, 2020 Report Share Posted November 30, 2020 I'll sign up. Been a while and the mystery is peaking my interest. 1 Quote OCEAN RANGER YOUTUBE ADVENTURES 2 X IRONMAN, 3 X half IRONMAN, 3 X GORUCK Challenge, 2 X GORUCK back to back, Way too many GORUCK lights Link to comment
Chesire Posted November 30, 2020 Report Share Posted November 30, 2020 I'm trusting Tank to be nice to us. I'm in. 3 Quote daily dare 37 36 35 34 32 31 30 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 #8 #7 #6 #5 #4 #3 #2 #1 Link to comment
aramis Posted November 30, 2020 Report Share Posted November 30, 2020 I'm in. Mindset goals should be doable with crushed finger... I hate when my kettlebells try to kill me 2 2 1 Quote I absolutely CAN run on caffeine and hatred. But only with a dash of milk. Challenges' status: Spoiler Not gonna Challenge anymore for now. I took Steve's words and started thinking in days and years. Challenges are just short-term distractions. #16 | #15 (Xmas mini) | #14 | #13 | #12 | #11 | #10 | #9 | #8 | #7 | #6 | #5 | #4 | #3 | #2 | #1 Other activities: Bike build Link to comment
deftona Posted November 30, 2020 Report Share Posted November 30, 2020 I'm quietly following this but I won't sign up until I know what's in store for me. Not after last time. 4 Quote If it's not siesta or fiesta, I'm not interested. Profile picture credit : NF's resident super artist - NinjaKitten Link to comment
WolfDreamer Posted November 30, 2020 Report Share Posted November 30, 2020 23 hours ago, spezzy said: I refuse to sign up until I know there are no burpees involved 😬😬😬 But what about those of us who actually like burpees? 🤣 23 hours ago, shaar said: It seems I too, enjoy running face first into Mystery Fitness and Possible Danger and Pulled Muscular Sadness. LET'SGOOOO This post is also about burpees, right? 22 hours ago, Teros said: What's wrong with burpees? 21 hours ago, Rinna said: They suck eggs and can die in a hole. With fire. 21 hours ago, Rhovaniel said: No burpees? But why?? Burpees are a great workout. I agree! 2 1 1 Quote Who am I? -- My NF Character Current Challenge: WolfDreamer Springs Forward Past Challenges: Spoiler Winter is Coming, Wolfen Strengthens His Heart, Body, Mind, and Spirit, Wolfen Becomes One of the People, Wolfen Strengthens His Chakras, Wolfen Welcomes Summer and Gets Primal, Soulcon and Spartan, Wolfen Develops Mental Toughness, Wolfen Joins the Wander Society, Soulcon, Spartan, School, and Stranger Things, Wolfen Becomes a Warrior Elite, Wolfen Goes Here and There and Back Again, Wolfen Becomes a Soulcon Warrior Elite, Wolfen Returns to His Roots, Wolfen Wanders in Soul, Spirit, and Body, Wolfen Owns the Day, Wolfen Searches for His Wild Heart, Wolfen Runs for His Life, Wolfen Hits the Trails, Wolfen Becomes an Explorer and Joins the Resistance, Wolfen Goes Back to the Source, Wolfen Begins the Hero's Journey, WolfDreamer Returns to the People, WolfDreamer Pushes Back, WolfDreamer Prioritizes, Burpees, Books, and Brainwork, Burpees, Books, Brainwork, and Bodywork, WolfDreamer Masters the Four Elements, WolfDreamer Continues to Master the Four Elements, WolfDreamer Returns to Sparta, WolfDreamer Returns to Middle Earth, WolfDreamer Continues His Middle Earth Adventure, WolfDreamer and the Fall, WolfDreamer Forges His Own Path, WolfDreamer Has Hope, WolfDreamer Returns to Middle Earth, WolfDreamer Reads Harder, Breathes Harder, and Journals More, WolfDreamer Embraces His Wild Poet, The Mad Poet Becomes Supernatural, WolfDreamer, The Mad Poet, Becomes Superhuman, WolfDreamer Elevates, WolfDreamer Becomes IronBorn, WolfDreamer Wakes the White Wolf, The Mad Poet Recovers by Keeping it Simple, WolfDreamer Clears His Mind to Find His Wild Heart, WolfDreamer Resets, WolfDreamer Strives to Become an Eminently Qualified Peaceful Warrior “I'd rather sing one wild song and burst my heart with it, than live a thousand years watching my digestion and being afraid of the wet.” -- Jack London “I wanted movement and not a calm course of existence. I wanted excitement and danger and the chance to sacrifice myself for my love.” -- Leo Tolstoy "I feel love rising in my chest again Rising like a burning sun into the day..." -- Gungor, "Hurricane" "...wherever the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom." 2 Corinthians 3:17b Link to comment
Tanktimus the Encourager Posted November 30, 2020 Author Report Share Posted November 30, 2020 1 hour ago, WolfDreamer said: But what about those of us who actually like burpees? 🤣 As one of my professors used to day, "Everyone has the right to be wrong." 6 Quote Current Challenge "By the Most-Righteous-and-Blessed Beard of Sir Tanktimus the Encourager!" - Jarl Rurik Harrgath Link to comment
GoodDoug Posted November 30, 2020 Report Share Posted November 30, 2020 Each week will be a version of: Would you rather write ten thank you notes to friends... or do 20 burpees, naked in a rainstorm? Would you rather say no to Holiday Cookies this week... or do 20 burpees, naked in a rainstorm? 1 10 Quote Half Ogre Ranger Devourer of Pastries Link to comment
Rhovaniel Posted November 30, 2020 Report Share Posted November 30, 2020 16 minutes ago, GoodDoug said: Each week will be a version of: Would you rather write ten thank you notes to friends... or do 20 burpees, naked in a rainstorm? Would you rather say no to Holiday Cookies this week... or do 20 burpees, naked in a rainstorm? I have questions... why is it raining? And do I get the cookies before or after the burpees? 😉 4 3 Quote “All You Have To Decide Is What To Do With The Time That Is Given To You.” - Gandalf The Chronicles of Rhovaniel, Dúnedain Ranger: Volume One: Wintering, Volume Two: Winter is Passing, Spring is Near, The Chronicles of Rhovaniel, Volume Three: Reborn into Spring (current) Spring Goals: Run consistently w/out pain| Complete StrongViking| Reduce BW to 3kg (77kg)| Read stock book| Consistently meal prep| Finish Thesis writing| Sort out nosebleed issue | Complete 100km canoe adventure?? Spoiler Previous Challenges: 1|2|3|4|5|6|7|8|9|10|11|12|13 14| 15|16|17|18|19|20|21|22|23|24|25|26|27| 28 29|30 Link to comment
WolfDreamer Posted November 30, 2020 Report Share Posted November 30, 2020 1 hour ago, GoodDoug said: or do 20 burpees, naked in a rainstorm? @GoodDoug doesn't know me very well, does he @Tanktimus the Encourager. 🤣 1 2 Quote Who am I? -- My NF Character Current Challenge: WolfDreamer Springs Forward Past Challenges: Spoiler Winter is Coming, Wolfen Strengthens His Heart, Body, Mind, and Spirit, Wolfen Becomes One of the People, Wolfen Strengthens His Chakras, Wolfen Welcomes Summer and Gets Primal, Soulcon and Spartan, Wolfen Develops Mental Toughness, Wolfen Joins the Wander Society, Soulcon, Spartan, School, and Stranger Things, Wolfen Becomes a Warrior Elite, Wolfen Goes Here and There and Back Again, Wolfen Becomes a Soulcon Warrior Elite, Wolfen Returns to His Roots, Wolfen Wanders in Soul, Spirit, and Body, Wolfen Owns the Day, Wolfen Searches for His Wild Heart, Wolfen Runs for His Life, Wolfen Hits the Trails, Wolfen Becomes an Explorer and Joins the Resistance, Wolfen Goes Back to the Source, Wolfen Begins the Hero's Journey, WolfDreamer Returns to the People, WolfDreamer Pushes Back, WolfDreamer Prioritizes, Burpees, Books, and Brainwork, Burpees, Books, Brainwork, and Bodywork, WolfDreamer Masters the Four Elements, WolfDreamer Continues to Master the Four Elements, WolfDreamer Returns to Sparta, WolfDreamer Returns to Middle Earth, WolfDreamer Continues His Middle Earth Adventure, WolfDreamer and the Fall, WolfDreamer Forges His Own Path, WolfDreamer Has Hope, WolfDreamer Returns to Middle Earth, WolfDreamer Reads Harder, Breathes Harder, and Journals More, WolfDreamer Embraces His Wild Poet, The Mad Poet Becomes Supernatural, WolfDreamer, The Mad Poet, Becomes Superhuman, WolfDreamer Elevates, WolfDreamer Becomes IronBorn, WolfDreamer Wakes the White Wolf, The Mad Poet Recovers by Keeping it Simple, WolfDreamer Clears His Mind to Find His Wild Heart, WolfDreamer Resets, WolfDreamer Strives to Become an Eminently Qualified Peaceful Warrior “I'd rather sing one wild song and burst my heart with it, than live a thousand years watching my digestion and being afraid of the wet.” -- Jack London “I wanted movement and not a calm course of existence. I wanted excitement and danger and the chance to sacrifice myself for my love.” -- Leo Tolstoy "I feel love rising in my chest again Rising like a burning sun into the day..." -- Gungor, "Hurricane" "...wherever the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom." 2 Corinthians 3:17b Link to comment
Tanktimus the Encourager Posted November 30, 2020 Author Report Share Posted November 30, 2020 5 minutes ago, WolfDreamer said: @GoodDoug doesn't know me very well, does he @Tanktimus the Encourager. 🤣 No. GoodDoug has...Views about Rainstorms. If he sees a dark cloud he has to go and lie down for a bit. 4 Quote Current Challenge "By the Most-Righteous-and-Blessed Beard of Sir Tanktimus the Encourager!" - Jarl Rurik Harrgath Link to comment
RES Posted December 1, 2020 Report Share Posted December 1, 2020 2 hours ago, Rhovaniel said: I have questions... why is it raining? And do I get the cookies before or after the burpees? 😉 Asking the important questions! If I do burpees cookies have to be involved! 3 Quote RES...and I want to live days worth dying for Current: RES: Wrestle, It's all about the pin Spoiler Magickal, Eclectic, Goddess, Level 75 |1|2|3|4|5|6|7|8|9|10|11|12|13|14|15|16|17|18|19|20|21|22|23|24|25|26|27|28|29|30|31|32|33|34|35|36|37|38|39|40|41|42|43|44|45|46|47|48|49|50|51|52|53|54|55|56|57|58|59|60|61|62|63|64|65|66|67|68|69|70|71|72|73|74|75|76|77|78|79|80| | My Character Page | Tracking Spreadsheet | My Blog | Growth happens when you care more about the well being of your future self than the comfort of your present self! "Pass on what you have learned. Strength, mastery. But weakness, folly, failure also. Yes, failure most of all. The greatest teacher, failure is." -Yoda Link to comment
GoodDoug Posted December 1, 2020 Report Share Posted December 1, 2020 For me, the rainstorm makes the burpees more palatable... but I know most don't feel that way 3 Quote Half Ogre Ranger Devourer of Pastries Link to comment
Mr_Willes Posted December 1, 2020 Report Share Posted December 1, 2020 On 11/23/2020 at 9:39 AM, darkfoxx said: No Squatmas? 😆 On 11/23/2020 at 2:37 PM, Tanktimus the Encourager said: Squatmas belongs to Mr_Willes. He may implement it. Please check timestamps of the posts, i just came to this thread after writing my latest reply in the Haven announcing Squatmas THANK YOU BOTH FOR REMEMBERING!!! On 11/30/2020 at 4:56 AM, h3r0 said: I'm in. Will there be deadlifts? 11 hours ago, Rhovaniel said: 11 hours ago, GoodDoug said: do 20 burpees, naked in a rainstorm? I have questions... why is it raining? 4 6 Quote ... a little odd in the head ... Link to comment
Rinna Posted December 1, 2020 Report Share Posted December 1, 2020 17 hours ago, GoodDoug said: For me, the rainstorm makes the burpees more palatable... but I know most don't feel that way Nothing makes burpees more palatable. Not even bacon. Which makes ALMOST everything better. 2 4 Quote Level -20 Zombie Princess "The only way to lose is to give up." -Tanktimus the Encourager "You can't beat someone that refuses to give up” -Björn Járnhamar Link to comment
Snarkyfishguts Posted December 1, 2020 Report Share Posted December 1, 2020 24 minutes ago, Rinna said: Nothing makes burpees more palatable. Not even bacon. Which makes ALMOST everything better. I could watch other people do burpees while eating bacon. That would work. 6 1 Quote Link to comment
Scaly Freak Posted December 1, 2020 Report Share Posted December 1, 2020 27 minutes ago, Rinna said: Nothing makes burpees more palatable. I disagree, I find burpees quite palatable. I can watch people do them for hours. 2 5 Quote The Great Reading Thread of 2023 “I've always believed that failure is non-existent. What is failure? You go to the end of the season, then you lose the Super Bowl. Is that failing? To most people, maybe. But when you're picking apart why you failed, and now you're learning from that, then is that really failing? I don't think so." - Kobe Bryant, 1978-2020. Rest in peace, great warrior. Personal Challenges, a.k.a.The Saga of Scalyfreak: Tutorial; Ch 1; Ch 2; Ch 3; Ch 4; Ch 5; Ch 6; Intermission; Intermission II; Ch 7; Ch 8; Ch 9; Ch 10; Ch 11; Ch 12 ; Ch 13; Ch 14; Ch 15; Ch 16; Ch 17; Intermission III; Ch 18; Ch 19; Ch 20; Ch 21; Ch 22; Ch 23; Ch 24; Ch 25; Intermission IV; Ch 26; Ch 27; Ch 28; Ch 29; Ch 30; Ch 31; Ch 32; Ch 33; Ch 34; Ch 35; Ch 36; Ch 37; Ch 38; Ch 39; Ch 40; Intermission V; Ch 41; Ch 42 Link to comment
Harriet Posted December 1, 2020 Report Share Posted December 1, 2020 19 minutes ago, Scaly Freak said: I disagree, I find burpees quite palatable. I can watch people do them for hours. *whispers* but where do you put the bacon? 5 Quote Let cheese and oxen and mead crowd out our secret desires for power and domination - Harriet the Viking Just be bold, fluid and unapologetic, not small, hairy and indecisive - Harriet the Artist You can absorb me! - Harriet the Contextless Guru Link to comment
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