RUCKING is TRENDING

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RUCKING is TRENDING

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Rucking: a form of physical exercise that involves walking or hiking with a loaded backpack or rucksack, typically over varying distances and terrains.

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Its become a massive trend of late, but it actually roots back to the military where soldiers would carry heavy loads over all kinds of terrains to build endurance and strength.
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I am a BIG fan! Why?

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  1. It improves your fitness, conditioning and stamina
  2. Builds strength through your entire body
  3. Its low impact
  4. Builds crazy mental toughness
  5. It can literally be done anywhere
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My personal tips if you want to give it a go:

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  1. Start light and increase the weight of your pack as you get more conditioned
  2. Get a quality backpack that gives you a strap around your waist
  3. Watch your posture – Nice straight back and relax those shoulders
  4. Pace yourself – Ruck don’t run
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Its trending because its effective, it gets you outdoors, it can be social and it literally prepares you for anything.

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Want to incorporate it into your training plan?

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Lil Bianchi

Multiple Powerlifting Champ

Lil Bianchi is a strength and performance coach who blends science, intention, and unapologetic grit. With a background in powerlifting and athletic development, she helps athletes move beyond numbers by building speed, resilience, and multidirectional strength that lasts. Known for her sharp coaching eye and no nonsense approach, Lil bridges the gap between where you are now and where you want to be, teaching people to move powerfully, perform confidently, and stay in the game for the long haul.

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