Sweat Equity 'Austin Tectonic'
(Update 3/10/25): Welcome to Austin! You know what they say about plans... they change. Alas, our primary location is unavailable due to SXSW venue set-up. But fear not, I have updated the location to a nearby spot that should prove just as iconic, Zilker Park! The park is huge so we will be meeting at a specific spot: A field next to a parking lot by this address: 2040 Lou Neff Rd, Austin, TX 78746. I have updated the location in the location spot (genius) with some additional instructions. See you there!
(Original):
Hello fellow Sweaties, Friends, Colleagues, and soon to be Acquaintances,
In partnership with a silent partner, I am excited to once again bring Sweat Equity on the road to Austin, TX. This time during Tectonic Defense Summit and SXSW. We will be doing a mix of running and calisthenics that should leave you energized and ready for the day. Please note, we will not be running far away, but rather in a localized area, so feel free to bring stuff you wouldn't plan on carrying on person. Feel free to forward this to your friends who will be in Austin for Tectonic/SXSW, we're always happy to welcome those who care about National Security, even when they're working out!
Special Equipment to bring? For this outing, I recommend wearing typical running shoes. Also, please bring a mug/chalice for coffee/cold brew - maybe a cup from your hotel room.
Introduction Survey Question: "What is the best part about Austin"
a) Live Music 🎸🎤
b) BBQ and Tacos 🌮🍗
c) Tech Scene 💻
d) Laid Back Vibes 😎
e) Other ❓
Parking/Meeting Considerations: Parking is available though limited. I recommend walking, scootering or maybe Ubering depending on where you're coming from. See location instructions below.
Location (OLD): Right now I am planning on us gathering at Vic Mathias Park. According to the SXSW calendar there is a concert at the park on the 13th and 14th. I won't know about its true accessibility until I get to Austin so I'll be sure to keep everyone updated if we need to audible and move the meet-up spot.
Weather: Right now (10 March) forecast looks good though it'll be slightly chilly (for Austin) when we meet, 49 degrees.
About this Event: (In DC) Every Thursday from 0630 - 0730 between ~May to ~September Shield Capital will be hosting workouts around D.C. (possibly NoVa), but in this case Austin, TX incorporating various exercises befitting of the landscape. After each workout we will gather for cold brew and conversation.
Structure:
0700 - 0710: Warmup
0710 - 0715: Introductions
0715 - 0740: Primary Workout (Some form of running/sprinting)
0740 - 0750: Ancillary Workout (typically calisthenics/strength)
0750 ~ whenever you leave: Cold Brew/conversation time