Week 2 - OVERCOMING

Published on 13 September 2025 at 05:17

James 1:12 NIV

Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him.

Workout launch - Saturday September 13th

Well done brother on completing the first 2 weeks of SOUL.  It has been an outstanding start to the challenge and how encouraging to see men getting out there in all conditions across the week to get it done.  You can always go back and do a "Redo" if you want to improve your time.

 

This week we unpack OVERCOMING and the legends at Hawkesbury have put together a workout 'For Time" that is going to challenge your mindset as you grind past each 10 metre mark.  There might be a few ice baths needed after this one!

The Word

In James 1 we’re told that perseverance must finish its work so that we may be mature and complete. Life brings many trials, and it’s in overcoming these that we grow. When we ask God for something, like patience, He often doesn’t just hand it to us — He gives us an opportunity to practice it. That’s how perseverance is built. Every trial is a chance to step into God’s promise: that when we stand the test, we will receive the crown of life.

 

Today in the workout, perseverance will be required.  You will need to overcome feelings of self doubt, tired bodies, and mentally as you look around and see that some brothers will be doing better than you, and others maybe not.  Remember, that if you see people doing better than you, that they have already overcome many of these trials to build their bodies to where they are, and if someone is behind you, then remember to encourage them as they battle to overcome the challenge they are facing.

The Workout

The Workout – For Time (40 min Max)

 

Buy In – 50 Pushups

 

  1. Walking Lunges (100m → run back)
  2. Broad Jumps + Burpees (100m → run back) – 1 Burpee for every 5 Broad Jumps
  3. Rifle Carry with Brick Overhead 100m in each direction (200m in total)
  4. Bear Crawl (100m → run back)
  5. Sumo Squats (100m → run back)

 

Cash Out – 50 Sit ups RECORD YOUR TIME

 

For the groups, once finished, continue to run or walk until either the last person finishes or 40 Min time limit

Equipment Needed
  • Brick, or a similar weight like a kettle bell etc.
  • Measuring device, cones or chalk to mark out the 100m
  • Gloves and mat if preferred

Recommendations
  • Mark out your 100m with 10m markers.  100m is a long way with some of these exercises, and it helps to just focus on the next 10m when it is really hard.
  • Keep the group moving for the full 40 mins or until everyone finishes the challenge

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