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Posted: 4/2/2023 1:43:59 AM EDT
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I did 2.3 MI with 25#. 17 min pace. Florida, so flatlander, but happy with my 60 yr old ass surviving. I walk with the pack 1 to 2 times a week. Other days w/o weight.
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Posted: 4/2/2023 1:46:01 AM EDT
[Last Edit: tcfla]
[#2]
Negligent discharge.
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Posted: 4/2/2023 9:42:41 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 57plymouth: I also did my first walk with weight. I don't know that I'd call it a ruck, but whatever. Right at 3 miles with 15 pounds including the bag. Keep in mind I'm fat; 250 pounds and 5'10". It was harder by far than the same walk yesterday with no weight. I think this will help me greatly in my efforts to stop being fat. Now to keep up the momentum I've had going, with the added weight and work towards more weight. Nice, keep it up. Look at it this way, every pound of fat you lose is another pound you can carry at the same level of effort. And that ignores any improvements in conditioning. It can snowball in a totally good way if you keep at it. |
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Posted: 4/2/2023 9:47:25 AM EDT
[#4]
Entered thread expecting something else. No rugby no care.
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Posted: 4/10/2023 9:15:18 AM EDT
[Last Edit: PA-Minuteman]
[#5]
 Attached FileMissed last week's ruck due to my back being sore (didn't want to push my luck). This week it's ok, so I figured I'll do a ruck today & Thursday Visited a friend and did a 3 mile ruck with 35lbs in under 15min/mile! I really busted my butt with this ruck |
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Posted: 4/12/2023 4:02:47 PM EDT
[#6]
Started back in on the rucking this week. 4mi with 45# plate on the treadmill on Monday with 3.5mph and a 3inc.
Today was 5mi, 3.6mph, 45# plate and a 3 Inc. Getting ready for a GORUCK HTB in October. |
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Posted: 4/12/2023 4:40:44 PM EDT
[#7]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By PKT1106: Started back in on the rucking this week. 4mi with 45# plate on the treadmill on Monday with 3.5mph and a 3inc. Today was 5mi, 3.6mph, 45# plate and a 3 Inc. Getting ready for a GORUCK HTB in October. I feel like doing a GORUCK event. But I still need more training |
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Posted: 4/13/2023 5:01:50 PM EDT
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Inspired by this thread:
Wife bought us some gorucks for my birthday. We took them out on their maiden voyage today. She had 10 and I had 30 pounds (even the boots that were recommended on an earlier page, and I haven’t bought combat boots in 14 years. These were great). Thanks for the recs and motivation everyone.  Attached File Attached File |
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Posted: 4/13/2023 6:32:23 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Edge-To-Life: Inspired by this thread: Wife bought us some gorucks for my birthday. We took them out on their maiden voyage today. She had 10 and I had 30 pounds (even the boots that were recommended on an earlier page, and I haven't bought combat boots in 14 years. These were great). Thanks for the recs and motivation everyone. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/343031/1C1A43E3-525C-44E0-B9EE-5F4B7E4F1F19_jpe-2781138.JPG https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/343031/65C98000-449E-4A7A-9325-C486AA5ADE74_png-2781139.JPG  |
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Posted: 4/15/2023 12:25:36 AM EDT
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Finished off the week with a 4mi Ruck on the treadmill. 3.6mph, and started at 3inc and went to 6 incline by the end. 45#. The feet are feeling it a little. Makes 13mi for this week.
I'm following the GORUCK Heavy training plan and just finished week one. |
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Posted: 4/15/2023 5:28:20 PM EDT
[#11]
 I should go for a ruck after dinner. |
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Posted: 4/19/2023 11:24:18 AM EDT
[#12]
4mi on Monday and 8mi today. Both with 45# plate. On the treadmill with inclines from 1-3 and 3.5-3.6mph.
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Posted: 4/20/2023 9:40:29 PM EDT
[#13]
Stepped it up and added weight. Not too bad for a couple of middle aged people.
Mine: 40IBS Hers: 20IBS  Attached File |
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Posted: 4/21/2023 4:42:18 AM EDT
[Last Edit: cruze5]
[#14]
 this is my typical Saturday morning an hour after my breakfast I used to do 50lbs plus a 20oz water and bladder. But everyone I work with said I lost too much weight.. currently only doing a 25 with an emergency 20oz water w electrolytes minimum 10k steps.  this was all new goruck boots and pack on 2020 when covid started, I was out in the 30 degree weather and got the funniest looks. |
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Posted: 4/21/2023 2:00:44 PM EDT
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Because of a huge heel blister, it's high time for new boots. I had Merrell Moab Vents, but I'd line to see what else is out there. Needs to be not waterproof because of the possibility of water ingress in October.
Looking at the Mac-V 1s, but they don't have wide sizes. My normal size is 13W, but im.looking at 14s for the Mac-Vs. Anyone else, what are tou rucking in for footwear? |
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Posted: 4/22/2023 9:42:44 AM EDT
[#16]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By PKT1106: Because of a huge heel blister, it's high time for new boots. I had Merrell Moab Vents, but I'd line to see what else is out there. Needs to be not waterproof because of the possibility of water ingress in October. Looking at the Mac-V 1s, but they don't have wide sizes. My normal size is 13W, but im.looking at 14s for the Mac-Vs. Anyone else, what are tou rucking in for footwear? While I haven't measured my feet in a long time, most shoes I buy are 13R or 12.5W if available. I've bought several different GoRuck 'boots' over the years. They DO say "Wide toe box" but it may not be as wide as you want.
So bottom line: If you're unsure, buy one of each size and return the other. I believe they have a really good return program if there isn't visible wear (wear indoors only etc) - I'm not sure when their next sale is, I believe they DON'T have one for Memorial Day out of respect for the fallen - if you have a government discount it doesn't stack with sales anyway.. |
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Posted: 4/22/2023 8:06:09 PM EDT
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Thanks for the rundown. My feet are wide, so I just went ahead and got the size 14 coyote suede Macv-1s on order. Lots of people using Altra and Salomons, but I need more ankle support. The Garmont NSFs were a little out of my price range and I didn't want the higher boot.
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Posted: 4/24/2023 8:20:00 PM EDT
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Back at it today with 45# on the treadmill for 5mi. 3 incline and 3.6mph. Used my running shoes while waiting for the MACVs to come in. Had to take the end of last week and the weekend off because if my heel and toe pad blisters. Much better today.
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Posted: 4/24/2023 9:18:40 PM EDT
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I need to get at it. Been having lower back pain for the last week or so. Nothing crazy but I need to stop using it as an excuse
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Posted: 4/26/2023 12:22:08 PM EDT
[#20]
4mi this morning with 45#. The MACVs came in after my Ruck, so ill have to try them Friday for my 6mi training.
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Posted: 4/26/2023 4:35:12 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By PKT1106: 4mi this morning with 45#. The MACVs came in after my Ruck, so ill have to try them Friday for my 6mi training. then wool socks overtop is how i stay blister free id break them in inside a little first 
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Posted: 4/26/2023 8:42:30 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By cruze5: https://www.injinji.com/ then wool socks overtop is how i stay blister free id break them in inside a little first I have a couple pair of those. They feel weird at first. Never had toe socks. Once I wore them for a little bit, didn't even notice they were on. |
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Posted: 4/26/2023 11:43:07 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By PKT1106: I have a couple pair of those. They feel weird at first. Never had toe socks. Once I wore them for a little bit, didn't even notice they were on. I think I could be considered an expert in the field of rucking... Some peoples toes do not have enough splay between them, and when the skin becomes swolen/saturated with sweat, the skin on the ends of their toes will slide underneath their other toes and be pushed into blisters. The injinji toe socks help massively with this. if it is your first time using them, it will fatigue your feet significantly quicker than you are used to, and it will lead to a very slightly different impact profile and sensation when your foot pushes off of the ground. |
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Posted: 4/26/2023 11:51:38 PM EDT
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for those of you that want to get good at rucking far and fast but are worried about injuries, here is a pro tip:
One of the keys to rucking is not only aerobic endurance (aka running) but also your legs ability to deal with time under tension for the length of the activity. Time under tension is a huge aspect of rucking that differs from running, and is difficult to train. The problem with training for rucking is the fact that both rucking and running are high impact activities that can easily lead to injuries if there is not appropriate tapering and resting cycles. The way to get some practice with time under tension is to ride a bike. When I say "ride a bike" I mean you need to push yourself very hard, and have consistent pressure on your leg muscles. imagine you are racing and not going for a leisurely pedal around town. You should be pushing yourself and keeping your cadence at a similar cadence that you would have if you were rucking. Bikes replicate time under tension without having the high impacts and should be used as an additional training routine during your regular rucking workouts to avoid unnecessary wear and tear. Also, my favorite way to push my longer range speed was what I called a "10 for 10". You run 5 miles out on a road, and 5 miles back. give yourself 10 minutes to refuel and change into the proper footwear, and then ruck 5 miles out and 5 miles back. this allows you to have exhausted yourself from the run and then get under load when your muscles are fatigued. my 12 mile time (in full uniform, boots, and 35lb dry ruck) was around 1:45, my 18 mile in the same uniform was 3:03, and my 40 miler (off trail in the mountains with a 78lb ruck was 16:01). These workouts made me successful. |
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Posted: 4/27/2023 9:22:21 PM EDT
[#25]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By PA-Minuteman: I need to get at it. Been having lower back pain for the last week or so. Nothing crazy but I need to stop using it as an excuse Google “prone press ups”. Rucking without perfect form, sitting without perfect posture, or lifting heavy will tend to slightly herniate the disks in your back. Reversing the motion keeps them in balance |
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Posted: 4/27/2023 9:23:57 PM EDT
[#26]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By PKT1106: Because of a huge heel blister, it's high time for new boots. I had Merrell Moab Vents, but I'd line to see what else is out there. Needs to be not waterproof because of the possibility of water ingress in October. Looking at the Mac-V 1s, but they don't have wide sizes. My normal size is 13W, but im.looking at 14s for the Mac-Vs. Anyone else, what are tou rucking in for footwear? I would go for a more running oriented show. Solomon XA mid tops, Altras, or even hokas will do you well |
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Posted: 4/28/2023 8:19:39 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By mban2: I would go for a more running oriented show. Solomon XA mid tops, Altras, or even hokas will do you well A couple people have suggested altra lone peaks and torins. I'm going to try out the MACVs today and see how they do for a short workout. Trying them on and walking around a minute, they do not seem like a good fit for my feet. There is plenty of room in the toes, but the mid foot is squeezing on me. |
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Posted: 4/28/2023 10:19:18 AM EDT
[#28]
Mid foot and heel causing problems after 1/2 mi walk. Going back.
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Posted: 5/1/2023 10:54:25 AM EDT
[#29]
6mi with 45# last Friday, same today.
Got a pair of Moab 3 low-tops on the way to try. The more I looked into the Altras and other run-type shoes, the more I found zero drop. I remember trying 0 drop shoes before and having issues because of my heel-toe movement. I also picked up some insoles to try out. |
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Posted: 5/4/2023 8:11:45 AM EDT
[#30]
 Attached FileGot back into it with a quick 35lb ruck this morning. My heart rate at one point went up to 191
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Posted: 5/4/2023 4:19:27 PM EDT
[#31]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By PA-Minuteman: My heart rate at one point went up to 191 Damn. How old are you? If my heart rate hits 191, someone needs to call an ambulance. But I'm on the wrong side of 50. |
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Posted: 5/4/2023 4:26:33 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Redbirdxx: Damn. How old are you? If my heart rate hits 191, someone needs to call an ambulance. But I'm on the wrong side of 50. I just got done working a 12hr shift so I was really tired when I started so I really hustled to get sub 15/mile I was mostly around 130-140s but when I was jogging I guess I jumped up that high |
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Posted: 5/4/2023 4:29:48 PM EDT
[#33]
At 28 you're just under your calculated max at 191bpm.
Probably not dangerous but I wouldn't suggest staying there too long. |
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Posted: 5/5/2023 2:10:38 PM EDT
[Last Edit: PKT1106]
[#34]
4mi on Wednesday, 6.5mi today. Was supposed to be 10 today, but a friend needed help. Could have easily finished, so that gives me confidence about training for the HTL. New Merrell MOAB 3s are good. Need some breaking-in, but that's to be expected.
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Posted: 5/8/2023 10:37:31 AM EDT
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6mi today, broken up into 3 parts, each 2mi. Some stretching and exercises in between. MOAB 3s are breaking in well. 45# and some incline. Less soreness in the upper back and neck as well.
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Posted: 5/10/2023 5:43:03 PM EDT
[#36]
5mi today. 1mi on the treadmill and then 4 outside. Overlubed the treadmill and it made everything to slippery. Imagine that.
45#. |
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Posted: 5/10/2023 5:43:19 PM EDT
[#37]
5mi today. 1mi on the treadmill and then 4 outside. Overlubed the treadmill and it made everything to slippery. Imagine that.
45#. |
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Posted: 5/15/2023 6:14:34 PM EDT
[#38]
8mi today with 45#, outside.
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Posted: 5/23/2023 9:22:09 PM EDT
[#39]
10mi yesterday with 45#
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Posted: 5/26/2023 3:45:25 PM EDT
[#40]
8mi this morning with 45#
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Posted: 5/26/2023 6:22:14 PM EDT
[#41]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By PKT1106: 8mi this morning with 45# ive been doing 10k steps at 25 for quite some time. did 50 for several months during the first start of Covid |
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Posted: 5/26/2023 6:40:04 PM EDT
[#42]
Going to try and go for a ruck in the morning
Been super cold here lately |
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Posted: 5/27/2023 8:47:23 AM EDT
[#43]
 Attached File35lb ruck. My brother came with me but he honestly slowed me down a little but I don't care. At least he ia trying I also need new shoes. My Brooks are worn out and I felt the pavement the whole time  Ordered a pair of On Cloud Monstercloud, everyone at my work highly recommends them (alot of my co-workers are really into fitness/Triathlons and they recommended the monstercloud) I also want to start running since I lost alot of weight now |
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Posted: 5/27/2023 10:55:01 AM EDT
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This was apparently 45 lbs not 50
Enough for the week for me  |
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Posted: 5/28/2023 8:35:33 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By cruze5: I think you've convinced me to go back to my 50 lb ruck either tomorrow or sunday ive been doing 10k steps at 25 for quite some time. did 50 for several months during the first start of Covid I'm training for a GORUCK HTB in October, so don't let me convince anyone of anything. I still have to do a 25mi overnight training ruck at some point. It will.probably be longer to get ready. |
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Posted: 5/28/2023 10:09:51 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By PKT1106: I'm training for a GORUCK HTB in October, so don't let me convince anyone of anything. I still have to do a 25mi overnight training ruck at some point. It will.probably be longer to get ready. |
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Posted: 5/31/2023 7:35:59 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By PA-Minuteman: I should do a GORUCK event. I believe there is a easy one? (Like under 10 miles) Basic or Light. All the short ones I've done have been around 7mi. Basic is the same weight as the longer events, Light is 10# lighter. So, if you're doing a Light and you're over 150#, you carry 20# weight, under 150# is 10#. For the Basic, its 30# & 20#. |
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Posted: 6/5/2023 3:16:39 PM EDT
[#48]
12mi today with 45# dry. Added the 3L Source hydration bladder. 3hrs and 12mins.
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Posted: 6/5/2023 5:23:50 PM EDT
[#49]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By PKT1106: 12mi today with 45# dry. Added the 3L Source hydration bladder. 3hrs and 12mins. That's getting after it, nice. |
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Posted: 6/7/2023 10:37:50 AM EDT
[Last Edit: PKT1106]
[#50]
5mi with 50# today and full 3L water to start. Couple of times up and down the hill at 100+ ft elevation per trip.
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