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The Rucker’s Edge: Rucking Tips, Training, and Gear

A rucking podcast designed to help develop your rucking routine, lose weight, and ultimately gain your strength and energy back. Whether you’re a fitness first-timer, desk worker with lower back problems, or a parent trying to get back to your pre-kids weight, this podcast will help you navigate your rucking journey and develop your edge.

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All Episodes

37:28

Yoga for Ruckers: How Mobility and Flexibility...

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2026/01/12

In this episode, I talk with Dean Pullman, founder and CEO of Man Flow Yoga, to break down how yoga for ruckers can improve posture, reduce pain, and increase longevity under load without requiring flexibility, experience, or long classes.Dean explains why most ruckers struggle with mobility due to years of sitting, poor posture, and limited movement patterns and how rucking can expose those weaknesses if flexibility and stability are ignored. You’ll learn how rucking flexibility directly impacts

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16:03

The Reflective Ruck: Using Rucking to Reset Your...

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2026/01/05

In this episode of The Rucker’s Edge, I break down why reflective rucks matter, what a reflective ruck is, and how to use rucking as a tool for clarity, alignment, and intentional direction, especially during transitions like the end of a year or a birthday.You’ll learn:What separates a reflective ruck from a routine training ruckWhy reflection turns experience into useful informationHow reflective rucks help you catch misalignment early—before burnout or regretThe ideal weight, duration, and

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4:13

Thank You

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2025/12/29

In this short, final episode of 2025, I take a moment to say thank you.No guest. No deep dive. Just a sincere reflection on the first year at The Rucker’s Edge—the listeners, the conversations, and the community that’s formed around rucking, long-term health, and smart training.I also share what’s ahead in 2026, including more practical insights on recovery, performance metrics, and conversations with leaders in the rucking community.If you’ve listened to even one episode this year, this one’s for

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29:09

Back Pain and Core Stability: What Every Rucker Needs...

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2025/12/22

In this episode of The Rucker’s Edge, Dr. Ryan Peebles, Doctor of Physical Therapy and founder of Core Balance Training, unpacks what’s really happening to your spine when you ruck under load.Dr. Peebles explains why rucking back pain is rarely about having a “weak core” and is more often tied to poor core endurance, breathing mechanics, and loss of spinal stability as fatigue sets in. Rather than chasing sit-ups or isolated ab exercises, he introduces the concept of core connection (the ability to

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22:32

Inside the New RuckWell Update: Smarter Features for...

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2025/12/15

Chris Hayes returns to The Rucker’s Edge for a breakdown of the new RuckWell app update, released on Friday, December 12th.In this episode, we go beyond surface-level features and focus on how ruckers should actually use the new tools and metrics to train smarter, recover better, and protect their long-term health. We walk through the update from the rucker’s perspective—covering the redesigned training experience, customizable alerts, map-based navigation, recovery scoring, heart rate zone

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24:00

What The Greatest Coach of All Time Would Teach You...

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2025/12/08

In this episode, we break down the most powerful teachings of Coach John Wooden and apply them directly to rucking. We unpack why Wooden’s “don’t whine, don’t complain, don’t make excuses” rule is foundational for growth, how his definition of success removes comparison from your training, and why the journey — the actual day-to-day work — must become the destination. We explore how attention to tiny details prevents injury and boosts performance, why intentness is the real separator, and how

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42:10

Stronger Rucking, Better Movement: Expert Training...

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2025/12/01

If you’ve ever wondered how to build real, functional strength for rucking — the kind that makes hills feel easier, improves posture under load, and keeps you injury-free — this episode is for you.Coach Matty Hollingdale, strength and conditioning coach and co-owner of HG Fit (an independent functional fitness gym located in Bedfordshire in the UK), joins us to break down what rucking strength training should look like. With over 20 years of coaching experience, Matty explains how new and

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28:38

Rucking Nutrition 101: Hydration, Protein, Creatine,...

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2025/11/24

In Part 2 of our conversation with registered dietitian Kyle Kamp from Valley to Peak Nutrition, we discuss hydration, supplements, protein timing, and recovery strategies tailored specifically for ruckers.In this episode we cover:Why consistent hydration matters more than exact formulasWhether post-ruck protein shakes are necessaryThe difference between animal vs. plant proteinCreatine: who it helps, who it doesn’t, and whyWhy rucking is an effective tool for improving insulin sensitivityLinks

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35:50

Rucking Nutrition 101: Fueling Before and During Your...

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2025/11/17

Today’s episode is Part 1 of my conversation with registered dietitian Kyle Kamp from Valley to Peak Nutrition, and we’re breaking down the fundamentals of rucking nutrition. Whether you’re prepping for your first 5-mile ruck or training for a 12-hour endurance event, fueling matters — and Kyle makes it simple.In this episode we cover:Why overall nutrition matters more than your pre-ruck mealWhen carb loading actually helps (and when it does nothing)How caffeine boosts alertness but doesn’t provide

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50:33

Finding Purpose and Resilience Through Green Beret...

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2025/11/10

In this episode of The Rucker’s Edge, Clint Carr from CarrvingTrails.com joins the show to share his journey of personal growth, endurance, and transformation through rucking.Clint opens up about how he went from grinding 60-hour work weeks to finding purpose through Green Beret Fitness (GBF) events - technical endurance challenges that blend navigation, mountain rucking, and resilience.From his first GORUCK event to grueling GBF mountain courses and 24-hour endurance races in Ocala, Florida, Clint

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35:17

World Record Ruck and Veteran Support with Mark Jones

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2025/11/03

In this episode of The Rucker’s Edge, Mark Jones shares his mission-driven journey toward a world record ruck for the Oscar Mike Foundation, an organization dedicated to empowering injured veterans through sports and community.Mark’s story begins with his first half marathon in 2006 and builds through a decade of testing his limits — from GORUCK Selection Finisher to multiple Death Race completions. Now, he’s taking on an 80-mile (with a 100-mile bonus) ruck while carrying 40 pounds, all to raise

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15:41

Fall 2025 Rucking News Roundup: GORUCK Gear Drop,...

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2025/10/27

In this Fall 2025 Rucking News Roundup, you’ll hear five powerful headlines that connect gear, grit, and community. From a man rucking 1,000 miles across Texas to the latest GORUCK gear drops, this episode covers everything making waves in the rucking community right now.Here’s what’s inside:Terrence Ogden’s 1,000-Mile Texas Ruck: The founder of Official Project Grit takes on a cross-state journey to prove that movement is medicine and purpose is built through pain.GORUCK’s New Gear Lineup: A deep

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46:59

Building a Ruck Club Community: Chad Haggerty from...

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2025/10/20

In this episode of The Rucker’s Edge, I sit down with the founder of West Orange Ruckers, Chad Haggerty, to talk about how a rucking routine developed during COVID turned into a thriving ruck club community.We dive into what it takes to start a local ruck club, how to grow a team that keeps showing up, and why the rucking mindset goes far beyond fitness. From community outreach to reflective rucks inspired by Michael Easter’s 2% Mindset, this conversation is all about finding purpose under the

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29:47

Giovanni Svette: From CrossFit to Ruck Race League...

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2025/10/13

In this episode of The Rucker’s Edge Podcast, I sit down with Giovanni Svette, a CrossFit athlete who has made the leap to competitive rucking — and is now heading to the Ruck Race League Finals.We talk about how his rucking training evolved from moderate miles to structured event prep, and how he dug deep and used familiar terrain and a determined mindset to win the “Stairway to Heaven” event — climbing over 5,000 feet of elevation with 10% bodyweight in just two hours.He also opens up about

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13:20

5 Expert Rucking Tips: How to Start Strong and Level...

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2025/10/06

This week's episode is a special roundup episode featuring five experienced ruckers sharing their top rucking tips. You’ll hear insights from:Bill Anthes – Special Forces veteran and co-creator of the Ruck Race League on why you should treat rucking like a sport.Kayla Cittadino – DEKA World Champ and performance coach on keeping it simple and just getting started.Matty Hollingdale – UK-based fitness coach and competitive rucker on how rucking helped him manage anxiety and build resilience.Megan

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43:57

Mike Smith: Rucking for Weight Loss and Mental Health...

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2025/09/29

Today we’re joined by Mike Smith, who has been training for some ambitious goals. Mike shares why rucking for weight loss has been a game-changer in his fitness journey and how it’s helping him pursue a significant fitness achievement.Through consistent rucking and smart health decisions, Mike is on track to lose 100 pounds while also preparing to take on an ultra marathon with 100 pounds on his back this October.In this episode, we cover:Why rucking is one of the most effective tools for weight

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30:47

Chris Hayes: Founder / Developer of RuckWell

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2025/09/22

I’m mixing things up in this episode. I’m happy to announce that I’m now recording episodes where I sit down and have conversations with other members of the rucking community. I’ve got several lined up for you.Today’s episode features Chris Hayes.Chris is the founder and developer of RuckWell. An app that thousands of Ruckers are using to track their rucks and improve their wellness.We had a great conversation. We talked about:How he got started in ruckingWhy he continues to ruckWhy he created the

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14:59

Exercising with Kids: How Family Rucking Builds...

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2025/09/15

What if your workouts could strengthen not only your body but also your bond with your kids? In this episode of The Rucker’s Edge, we explore the powerful impact of exercising with your kids; from building their confidence and resilience to creating lifelong family traditions around movement.I share personal stories of nightly family walks, lessons from parenting in real time, and how kids naturally absorb the habits and values we model for them. You’ll hear how simple activities like rucking,

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33:23

Rucking Injury Prevention and Safety Strategies

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2025/09/08

In this episode of The Rucker's Edge, we dive deep into rucking injury prevention and rucking safety tips to keep you training consistently without setbacks. Whether you're a beginner rucker or training for GORUCK events, implementing some of the tips provided in this episode will help prevent common rucking injuries (pulled muscles, sprains and strains, plantar fasciitis, shin splints, achilles tendinitis, and stress fractures).We discuss:Proper rucking formThe importance of rucking progression to

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17:06

Rucking Goals Explained: How to Ruck with Purpose and...

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2025/09/01

In this episode of The Rucker’s Edge, we dive into why setting clear, achievable rucking goals is the key to building consistency, staying motivated, and improving your performance over time. Whether you’re just starting your first ruck or preparing for a GORUCK event, the right goal framework can keep you moving forward without burning out.You’ll learn:Why having rucking goals gives you focus, structure, and accountabilityThe difference between process goals, performance goals, and outcome goals

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