RUCKING FAQ: Answers to 20 most asked questions

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00:00 - Rucking FAQ
00:35 - FAQ 1 Gear
01:46 - FAQ 2 Ruck on a Budget
02:47 - FAQ 3 Alternatives
03:24 - FAQ 4 Sizes
04:30 - FAQ 5 Vests?
05:33 - FAQ 6 hiking?
06:18 - FAQ 7 $300?
07:46 - FAQ 8 Max rucking in a week
08:27 - FAQ 9 Posture
09:28 - FAQ 10 Upgrading
10:14 - FAQ 11 Pace/Speed/Weight/Distance
13:03 - FAQ 12 hands
14:10 - FAQ 13 Electolytes
14:43 - FAQ 14 fitness vs challenge
15:47 - FAQ 15 nutrition
16:36 - FAQ 16 running shoes vs boots
17:52 - FAQ 17 Is that it?
18:26 - FAQ 18 Amazon plates
19:16 - FAQ 19 stay visible
20:07 - FAQ 20 hip belts
22:04 - Wrap Up

[jamesshepherd]

Started rucking in march and the first day kicked my ass. Had on 30 pounds and the hills killed me. Had to stop like 3 times on every hill. These are trails in my local state park. So big hills. Rocks roots and mud. After 3 weeks I started rucking every day. Now Im up to 7 miles a day and blast the hills no problem. My body feels great and actually I crave the time in the woods now. Lost 25 pounds so far too. 25 more to go. Im shooting for 180 miles a month. Have to account for the rain days. It rains here a bunch in the spring. 57 yrs old and haven’t felt this good since being in the military. Rucking is awesome. I think I found my forever form of exercise. Proper pack and proper shoes definitely number one on my list. Trail runners all but eliminated my sore feet. When I do 10 miles they still start to hurt. Maybe with time they will come around. Right now my feet are holding me back from more distance. I’ll keep plugging along and Im sure they will get better. Go ruck and bring a friend.

[berndbrugger]

JB, the small Yes4All 10lb and 15lb stacked above each other equal the dimension of a Standard Goruck Plate, which gives great versatility. 15lb, 20lb, 25lb, 30lb, combine them as you want with 2x10lb and 2x15lb for less than the price of a GR one. They also fit perfectly in the ruckers plate pocket and also every backpack I encountered. My ruck club members love them for price and versatility. Oftentimes the combined price of the Rucker and the official GR plate is to much for a newbie, so these are a nice compromise.

[Bravo_Kilo_Kilo]

I just wanted to thank you for taking the time for this informative video. It was so incredibly informative and helpful.

[Golaso]

If you experience blood circulation issues when rucking, take it seriously. The shoulder straps compress the thoracic outlet, which contains veins and arteries - in an extreme case you could get a blood clot.

[vanquestgear]

JB, you've shared great and practical info for anyone wanting to start out with rucking. Beginning with any basic gear and weights (at minimal cost/investment) while observing health guidelines and good nutrition inspires viewers to get out and move! Awesome job! -Alex @ Vanquest

[toodamnskippy]

Try Notch hats, if you haven’t; you won’t believe how well they work with glasses.

It’s hard to beat the Bullet for comfort and utility.

Good start to the New Year.

[dansouthcomb]

Another great, informative video. I've been watching your videos, and taken your advice on my purchases. I have a couple of Go Ruck packs for rucking, but my favorite, and is my EDC is the Mystery Ranch waxed wood which you also reviewed / recommended. Thanks again.

[Glorfindel_]

Woooah point 12 about swelling hands is insane. I have been doing this at a park nearby and genuinely thought I was developing allergies to something outside. I dont have any allergies that I know of so I was thinking about getting tested again. I'll just try keeping my hands up by the shoulder straps next time and see if that helps! Thank you!!

[maviroy]

Thank you for this! Very simple!!

I have also picked up the 4.0, in 25L, in the tropic multicam color way, per your prior video on the Rucker. Thanks to you, an excellent choice. Keep up the good work. And thank you!

[deb]

Thank you for your pragmatic approach to addressing rucking queries. Most helpful.

[austinslater]

JB great video! Rucking has changed my fitness coming from stictly lifting and not being able to run. I use it primarily for zone 2 work and 1xWK ill climb steep hills and not worry if my heart rate gets fairly high for some higher intensity cardio and loving it. Would be cool to see how you break yours up

[davidbonner]

Thank you for addressing some Q and A for beginners.
My advice would be stretching, calves and hips, I found out the hard way with plantar fasciitis issues.
Oh, and socks!!
Get good socks, love Balega hidden comfort.
Love rucking, beats the hell out of running!

[HisGraceHisGlory]

For me, the light of choice for night visibility is the Olight Gober.

[Paulokun]

I think the numbing issue with the hands is the nerves going down your arms being compressed. This is similiar to someone using crutches. Can cause problems. This is my may concern with rucking. I like the idea you gave about your figures on the straps. I feel this will alleviate this issue. Thanks for the great video.

[gustavoserrano]

Great video, much appreciated lots of great info!

[brentsilva]

Great info! I still can’t decide where to start in regards to vest or Rucker. I’d rather buy something than start with some random stuff. Lol

[inkmyway]

Could you do a beginner ruck video aimed at senior adult women please? Adjusting sternum straps moving them, and time frames of walking, pace, do you track??? Are there 15 lb plates? 10 is great but when do you know it’s time to increase???TIA

[terryboyle]

this was great, thank you for all you do.

[improvingISAAC]

If I’m 6’2 is a bullet ruck suitable? The price is more doable for me

[sarssars-hmox]

Im rucking away from zombies.
about 8:29 minutes in what about the sweat on the ruck pack when do you wash it