Rucking Good News

Welcome to the RUKSAK blog, your go-to source for good health news, tips, and inspiration on rucking and fitness! Explore our articles to discover how to enhance your rucking workouts, stay motivated, and make the most of your rucking journey.

Embrace The Ruck: A Guide to Managing Perimenopause Through Walking with a Weighted Vest or Backpack

Perimenopause marks a significant transition in every woman's life as it is the phase leading up to menopause.This period typically begins in a woman's 40s but can start earlier and deliver different experiences as each body adjusts uniquely to their...

5 Reasons Why Rucking is the Ultimate Time-Saver for Your Fitness Routine

It’s 6AM, you’re dragging yourself out of bed, ready to face another gym session all in the name of health. You know the rigmarole, blood, sweat, tears and counting down the seconds before you sprint for the shower and race...

Adding Life to Your Years: 7 Tips for a Healthier, More Fulfilling Life (and how Rucking can help).

Living a longer life is great, but living a healthier, more vibrant life is even better. Here are seven tips to help you add life to your years and make the most of every moment. Rucking can help tick 5 out of the 7 boxes so what are you waiting for?

12 Tips for getting the most out of Rucking

Rucking is a simple and effective way to improve strength and fitness. We share our 12 essential tips to help you get the most out of your rucking gear.

Managing high cortisol levels while exercising for fat loss

Cortisol is a steroid hormone produced by the adrenal glands, which are located above the kidneys. It plays a key role in the body's response to stress, helping regulate a variety of processes including metabolism, immune function, and blood pressure....

Rucking vs. Running: Which is Best for You?

With both rucking and running having carved out very distinct and prominent places in today's workout culture. We thought it would be great timing to spill the tea on all things rucking versus running to help everyone be able to make an informed decision on which one will work best for them based on their fitness goals.

Exercise Snacks

Do you find it difficult to get in the daily 8,000 -10,000 steps that all the health experts recommend we do? If so, you are going to love what I am about to share with you. If you struggle to make regular exercise a thing, try exercise snacking in the form of a few 20 min walks after eating. Not only will it make it easier to stick to a routine of exercise that fits into your busy schedule but it will deliver results over and above the traditional forms of exercise.

The Superiority of Outdoor Exercise: How Fresh Air and Natural Light Enhance Your Health

When considering exercise routines, the choice between working out indoors versus outdoors might seem trivial at first. However, emerging research and anecdotal evidence suggest that exercising outside offers distinct health benefits that go beyond mere physical fitness. From natural light exposure to mental health improvements, outdoor exercise may be superior in several key areas.

The Benefits of Rucking and Progressive Overload Training

Unlike standard walking, which primarily targets cardiovascular health and calorie burning, rucking incorporates the principles of progressive overload training, making it a robust choice for those seeking functional strength gains and overall fitness improvements.

The Benefits of Rucking: Improving Posture and Musculoskeletal Health

In our modern era of convenience and technology, where sedentary lifestyles dominate, our musculoskeletal health often pays a hefty price. With prolonged hours spent sitting at desks, commuting in cars, or lounging on couches, our bodies suffer from weakened muscles, tightened joints, and compromised posture. However, amidst this sedentary landscape, a simple yet effective solution emerges: rucking.