(FNG-1 Chipper)
What took Ich so long? Did he forget to BB? Was he waiting for something inspiring to write? Do we often times just not BB Candy Shop? Maybe all of the above… anyway here’s what I’ve got for you, and sorry it took so long:
Today was the final day of our week long celebration of Ichabod’s first MANiversary. I wanted to take a stroll down memory lane so we ended up doing the ‘ol C & B route, my first workout with F3.
November 10, 2023
Candy Shop 3.2 miles 14 min pace
November 15, 2024
Candy Shop 6.4 miles 8:40 min pace
As I look back on this past year I wonder what life would’ve been like without F3. When F3 found me I had just re signed up for a gym membership (for the 3rd time probably), it never lasted long. I would go consistently for a solid month or two and then fade away from it. I needed something different. I needed purpose, I needed fellowship, I needed the camaraderie that only F3 has. On November 10, 2023 at 6am I was exhausted, discouraged, and disappointed in my efforts of running a simple 3.2 miles. At 6:15 my entire mindset changed; I became humbled, thankful, and overwhelmed with joy as we gathered around the tables of Lowes Foods for coffee. I sat at the end of the table just taking it all in, the sound of laughter and good times filled the store. I came to realize that these guys are the difference, they’re not here to compete or leave you in the dust. These guys are here to lift you up, keep you accountable, and pick up the six. These guys are the difference. I could go on and on about this past year but I’ll save you that for a Toby Talks.
Flash forward to today
I am down 60lbs, highly motivated, highly energetic, so much more happy, and present in the moment. So thank you F3-Isotope for being the difference. Thank you for being the thing my life desperately needed one year ago. I am forever grateful for this awesome community and I will always be a living testament for F3. Much love for all you Pax!
Humbly your bro,
Ichabod🎃