The 7 Best Shoes for Rucking: Top Picks for Any Terrain
Shoes are tied for first place, with a rucksack, on the list of essential items for rucking. You can buy everything else over time, but my advice is to purchase the best rucking shoes for your very first ruck. Even a backpack can wait a bit, but your feet will hate it if you wear […]
Rucking vs Running: Comparing The Two Types Of Exercise
Running is amazing. It is one of the best cardiovascular exercises, and it has many other health benefits. But running benefits come with a price for many. Most people are not physically fit to run regularly without injuries and pain because their sedentary lifestyle atrophies their bodies, making them incapable of withstanding that sudden peak […]
Rucking vs Backpacking: Which Outdoor Adventure Suits Your Style?
In the world of outdoor adventures, two activities stand out for their ability to push the limits of physical endurance, bring many health benefits, and provide a sense of connection with nature: rucking and backpacking. While both involve hiking with a loaded backpack, they are not the same. Each offers a unique experience that fits […]
Rucking And Bone Density: What You Need To Know!
The topic of rucking and bone density and whether it is effective for improving overall bone mineral density (BMD) has been around for quite some time. We know that weight bearing exercise variations and different strength training approaches are quite effective at improving BMD. But is rucking enough to improve the density of our bones? […]
The 7 Best Rucksacks For Training Purposes
Rucking, a demanding endurance activity, requires physical and mental strength; you already know that. But in order to give your best in any activity, you need the right equipment to support your journey. Along with buying footwear, choosing the best rucksack for training is a crucial decision. You have to find the perfect balance between […]
How Much Weight Should You Ruck With?
Rucking has become widespread in the last five or ten years. It’s popular not just among fitness enthusiasts but also among regular people seeking a challenging yet rewarding workout experience suitable for different ages and fitness levels. One of the fundamental questions asked by beginners and experienced ruckers alike is: How much weight should you […]
Is Rucking Bad for Your Back? Here’s The Truth
Back pain is probably the most prevalent type of pain, and practically everyone experiences it at least sometimes. Low back pain is the first on the list, but other parts of the back can also cause problems. (1) People are often terrified when this happens, and since rucking involves carrying heavy weights on the back, […]
Rucking vs Weighted Vest: Understanding The Differences
Even if you are familiar with fitness, finding the most effective training method for yourself is never easy. In most cases, you have to try several different approaches before you can say that a certain one suits you perfectly. Clients often ask me if I prefer rucking or weighted vest training. While seemingly similar, each […]
Top 6 Best Rucking Backpacks for Your Next Adventure
Most of us went on our first ruck with a backpack that we otherwise use for the gym or to carry a laptop. Only a few miles were enough for me to realize that I will have to invest in a rucking backpack if I intend to do this activity regularly. Choosing the right rucking […]
A Complete Guide On How To Ruck Faster
Rucking as an army special forces assessment is an endurance activity, not a sprint. However, for those who regularly ruck, it’s not just a stroll through nature with a weighted pack. Serious ruckers looking to take their performance to the next level always want to learn how to ruck faster. Rucking is a dynamic and […]