I've ruck 35lbs for 5kms every alternating days and mix it up with push ups against walls/balustrades. I'm 6'1', 200pounds and after three weeks didn't lose a single pound but gained 3.5kgs of muscles according to my smart scale. My gut is smaller too. Its amazing
I've been rucking for about 2 years now. I ran for years, but it really started to beat me up as I got older. I'm also not built like a "runner" (6'4" 240). Rucking has been a great addition to my fitness routine. I know my home state, and it looks like you're rucking in NJ.
Thanks for sharing, John! Some great info in that comment that many people will find useful. For all the good, bad and dumb shit in this state... I'll always be a Jersey boy! Stay in touch; I'm based in Carteret. Exit 12 off the Pike! Gotta mention the Exit. 😂 -Hg
@@CoachHelder I'm a Jersey lifer myself. I'm in Long Branch and grew up in Red Bank. I do a lot of rucking in Highlands, Hartshorne Woods, and over the Sandy Hook Bridge. You can't beat the hills or the views.
Im Rucking in the UK. My walks before i was always looking to the ground day dreaming as i walked. I guess i was depressed. Rucking has helped as the weight in the back pack has made my posture better and im looking up now and seeing the world and nature for how amazing it can be
Ive done 5 miles with 10 Kilos, including hills, im 60years old now and have always Loved exercise, but can walk up to 65 miles some weeks, plus cycling and some light dumbell. Workouts.
Been rucking for a while but found shin splints can get in the way sometimes. If this happens, try short strides but high reps rather than long streps low reps. Can honestly say rucking has saved my ass in more way than one... happy rucking guys
@@CoachHelder thanks so much for the like! It all happened by accident... Basically, just started walking home from university to avoid being in the house and having so much to think about. Noticed I started losing weight, getting stronger and my head felt better....could say it "changed" my life but no word of a lie I think it "saved" it. Great way to clear the mind and get in shape. Thanks for the videos dude, they're awesome 👍
Been on my first rucking trip this morning and I feel so good afterwards! Great channel, sending best wishes from England 🏴 🇺🇸 ✌🏼all the best mate!
I'm not even from the US and rucking sounds very fun, I do plan going to the us maybe I will even move there so I could even find people to ruck with, I'm sure it would be very enjoyable to speak with people as I walk.
It is certainly an enjoyable event, Mr. Waffle. Well... sometimes it is and other times, we really step it up and challenge ourselves. If you are able to carry on a conversation, you aren't rucking fast enough. LOL! It really depends on the focus of the ruck. I have various programs that are built into certain rucks. We use the gear in our rucksacks to exercise with when we get to certain mile markers. The options are countless and easy to vary. I hope you can join us one day. Be safe and thanks for taking the time to comment. -Hg
@@CoachHelder Well I will try and join as soon as possible, but first I got to make sure I'm ready for the hard shift, also looking into what place will be the best for me to stay at in terms of weather, temperature, and who knows maybe I will ruck in one of your programs!
I'm 5'6 and BIG! used to work out a lot but gained fat and weight 240! Started rucking 3 weeks ago and notice my gut getting much smaller but weight 235 now. I'm sure glad I pushed them carts at walmart & walked stairs back then!
I did too! I retainer my weight but my gut was reduced and gained over 3kgs of muscles in two weeks! Rucking is one of the most amazing thing I've found. I don't know why not many do it
I have been rucking for 3 weeks 30 lbs for 1.5 hours... I used to run 45 minutes every morning. i find that rucking is even better than running.. should i go heavier? 30 lbs dosen't feel to heavy..
Really good vid Helder, thanks for posting. Been rucking since the first lockdown (march here in Scotland). Like you I have learned alot about my local area!
Thank you Tom, I appreciate your feedback.and support! Its amazing how much we learn when we march through areas that we commonly pass by daily, via another form of transportation. The smells, sights, sounds... are all quite a bit different when we are out there, experiencing nature in one of its more simplistic forms. Stay in touch and Cheers, my friend! 🍻 -Hg
What about long term issues with rucking - back issues? What do you recommend for old people rucking ? I recently had double hip surgery, do you recommend rucking for my condition?
Hello, I would suggest getting cleared by a medical pro. From there, take a few hikes without a pack. Focus on distance not time. Once you are comfortable with that distance, add your rucksack with very little weight. From there, increase the weight in your pack by a pound or 2 each week or every couple of weeks. I am actually working on a rucking program. It should be live within the next 2 months. If you are interested, be sure to subscribe and stay posted. Slow and steady os usually the best and most sustainable route. -Hg
Excellent Daniel, we'd love to have you along on one of our little adventures. We were actually going into the "City" quite often for Rucks until Covid changed things. Hopefully, things will get back to normal soon and we can start hosting group events again. If you would like to stay posted, join my mailing list on CoachHelder.com. Stay in touch and I hope to see you soon! Happy New Year! -Hg
@@CoachHelder wow. Cool site. I subscribed. Awesome. I see we are into similar things. Haven’t officially rucked yet. But I have. Have some decent packs. I use a spec ops slab pack with 2 20’s in it on occasion. Waiting for room in the budget for a tucker 3.0 with plate. Thanks again.
Thanks Daniel, I appreciate your feedback and support! We definitely need to get out there soon. Let's see what the near future holds. I still Ruck on a weekly basis but it's either just me and my dog or 2-3 of my regulars at most. I recently stated a channel that I archive footage from our Rucks. If you are interested, take a look: czcams.com/channels/P4ZcdlA0XC7D_B4P_IVNuw.html Stay in touch and I'll keep you updated. 👍 -Hg
They are definitely pricey but you do get what you pay for. There are a bunch of viable options out there that are much less expensive. With the 'Sale' season coming up, definitely keep your eyes open for great deals. I generally send out any go deals that I find to my mailing list. If you are interested, you can sign up on CoachHelder.com. Be safe! -Hg
Yes, I am in Middlesex County. We were heading out every Saturday morning until Covid put a halt to it. I am hoping to start back up again soon. If you would like, join my mailing list on CoachHelder.com. I send out info about our rucks and other events to that list. Be Safe and hope to get out there with you soon. -Hg
There are many factors such as your current physical condition and of course, your goal(s.) Keep in mind that pace, distance and the amount that you are carrying all play a big role in this equation. Start slow, get yourself a baseline and then get out there as often as you can. Safety first and ease your way in. -Hg
What I recommend to clients that I work with is to start out 3x per week, with 15lbs, 3 miles, 17min miles or faster. Then, take it from there. Be sure to get checked out by your medical professional to make sure that you are good to go. -Hg
Full Blog Post With More Info:
coachhelder.com/10-benefits-of-rucking
I've ruck 35lbs for 5kms every alternating days and mix it up with push ups against walls/balustrades. I'm 6'1', 200pounds and after three weeks didn't lose a single pound but gained 3.5kgs of muscles according to my smart scale. My gut is smaller too. Its amazing
Never trust the scale. I always go by how I feel and how my pants and belt fit me. 🤣
Good stuff and Stay Motivated! 🍻
-Hg
@@CoachHelder BRO, THAS MY MOTTO 👊🏿💪🏾
My legs hav got thicker in about 2 weeks.
I've been rucking for about 2 years now. I ran for years, but it really started to beat me up as I got older. I'm also not built like a "runner" (6'4" 240). Rucking has been a great addition to my fitness routine. I know my home state, and it looks like you're rucking in NJ.
Thanks for sharing, John!
Some great info in that comment that many people will find useful.
For all the good, bad and dumb shit in this state... I'll always be a Jersey boy!
Stay in touch; I'm based in Carteret. Exit 12 off the Pike! Gotta mention the Exit. 😂
-Hg
@@CoachHelder I'm a Jersey lifer myself. I'm in Long Branch and grew up in Red Bank. I do a lot of rucking in Highlands, Hartshorne Woods, and over the Sandy Hook Bridge. You can't beat the hills or the views.
Very cool, I'm very familiar with all of those stomping grounds.
Be safe, my friend!
-Hg
I like this so, so much better than running! Urban Rucking! Thanks for the tips!
Glad that you found them useful, Anthony!
-Hg
God bless our nation and our troops! I been ruck marching for 6 months and now, when i run without the 50 pound bag, my running seems like a cake walk
Great to hear, thanks for sharing!
-Hg
Im Rucking in the UK. My walks before i was always looking to the ground day dreaming as i walked. I guess i was depressed. Rucking has helped as the weight in the back pack has made my posture better and im looking up now and seeing the world and nature for how amazing it can be
Excellent to hear, Michael. Thanks for sharing! 🍻
-Hg
Great video. I’ve just started rucking, and it’s quite a lot of fun.
Great to hear, Welcome!
I actually have a rucking guide coming out in the next few weeks.
People have been asking so I figured that it was time. 🍻
Keep on rucking in the free world
Good stuff! 🍻
Ive done 5 miles with 10 Kilos, including hills, im 60years old now and have always Loved exercise, but can walk up to 65 miles some weeks, plus cycling and some light dumbell. Workouts.
Very motivating, Barry! Stick with it, my friend.
-Hg
@@CoachHelder thank you!!
👍🍻
-Hg
"The world breaks everyone, and afterward, some are strong at the broken places." - Ernest Hemingway
Rucking in a phrase 😉👍
Good Stuff, Gordon! 💪
-Hg
Been rucking for a while but found shin splints can get in the way sometimes. If this happens, try short strides but high reps rather than long streps low reps. Can honestly say rucking has saved my ass in more way than one... happy rucking guys
Excellent Gordon, thanks for the advice! What got you started with rucking?
-Hg
@@CoachHelder thanks so much for the like! It all happened by accident... Basically, just started walking home from university to avoid being in the house and having so much to think about. Noticed I started losing weight, getting stronger and my head felt better....could say it "changed" my life but no word of a lie I think it "saved" it. Great way to clear the mind and get in shape.
Thanks for the videos dude, they're awesome 👍
I appreciate you sharing your story with us, Gordon.
Keep kicking ass!
Thanks again for your support and the kind words. 🍻
-Hg
Been on my first rucking trip this morning and I feel so good afterwards! Great channel, sending best wishes from England 🏴 🇺🇸 ✌🏼all the best mate!
Great to hear!! Stay motivated my friend and I appreciate your support! 🍻
-Hg
I am a daily walker here in Jakarta and I have been starting rucking since last week.
Excellent, JN!
-Hg
I'm not even from the US and rucking sounds very fun, I do plan going to the us maybe I will even move there so I could even find people to ruck with, I'm sure it would be very enjoyable to speak with people as I walk.
It is certainly an enjoyable event, Mr. Waffle. Well... sometimes it is and other times, we really step it up and challenge ourselves. If you are able to carry on a conversation, you aren't rucking fast enough. LOL!
It really depends on the focus of the ruck.
I have various programs that are built into certain rucks. We use the gear in our rucksacks to exercise with when we get to certain mile markers.
The options are countless and easy to vary.
I hope you can join us one day.
Be safe and thanks for taking the time to comment.
-Hg
@@CoachHelder Well I will try and join as soon as possible, but first I got to make sure I'm ready for the hard shift, also looking into what place will be the best for me to stay at in terms of weather, temperature, and who knows maybe I will ruck in one of your programs!
Good luck and keep me posted. We have members of my organization all over the states.
Be safe.
-Hg
@@CoachHelder Might take over a few years as I got to do stuff, but if I come across this video or anything I sure will.
👍💪🍻
-Hg
I really need to start asap
If you are ever in our area, we would love to have you along on one of our rucks, Adriana.
-Hg
I'm 5'6 and BIG! used to work out a lot but gained fat and weight 240!
Started rucking 3 weeks ago and notice my gut getting much smaller but weight 235 now.
I'm sure glad I pushed them carts at walmart & walked stairs back then!
Good stuff, sagER! Stay motivated, my friend.
-Hg
I did too! I retainer my weight but my gut was reduced and gained over 3kgs of muscles in two weeks! Rucking is one of the most amazing thing I've found. I don't know why not many do it
Great talk brother. Im inspired!
Thank you, I appreciate your support! 🍻
Rucking has been a game changer for me the past year!! great video!
Great to hear and thank you for your support! 🍻
-Hg
How come? How did it help you?
I have been rucking for 3 weeks 30 lbs for 1.5 hours... I used to run 45 minutes every morning. i find that rucking is even better than running.. should i go heavier? 30 lbs dosen't feel to heavy..
Heavier is always an option. But I would increase your pace first, see how that works for you.
-Hg
Im curious if it makes u a better runner. Assume it would
Really good vid Helder, thanks for posting. Been rucking since the first lockdown (march here in Scotland). Like you I have learned alot about my local area!
Thank you Tom, I appreciate your feedback.and support!
Its amazing how much we learn when we march through areas that we commonly pass by daily, via another form of transportation.
The smells, sights, sounds... are all quite a bit different when we are out there, experiencing nature in one of its more simplistic forms.
Stay in touch and Cheers, my friend! 🍻
-Hg
What about long term issues with rucking - back issues? What do you recommend for old people rucking ? I recently had double hip surgery, do you recommend rucking for my condition?
Hello, I would suggest getting cleared by a medical pro.
From there, take a few hikes without a pack. Focus on distance not time. Once you are comfortable with that distance, add your rucksack with very little weight. From there, increase the weight in your pack by a pound or 2 each week or every couple of weeks.
I am actually working on a rucking program. It should be live within the next 2 months.
If you are interested, be sure to subscribe and stay posted.
Slow and steady os usually the best and most sustainable route.
-Hg
Nice video. Thanks for sharing
Thank you for your support, Shaun! 🍻
-Hg
I like to combine rucking with a type of loaded carry to add more benefits
Sounds like a good plan, David.
-Hg
@@CoachHelder Thank you sir! Preparing my body for MMA.
You are very welcome; Good luck and stay motivated!
-Hg
I live in nyc and I would love to join you in New Jersey. I have never rucked before but I would like to learn
Excellent Daniel, we'd love to have you along on one of our little adventures. We were actually going into the "City" quite often for Rucks until Covid changed things.
Hopefully, things will get back to normal soon and we can start hosting group events again.
If you would like to stay posted, join my mailing list on CoachHelder.com.
Stay in touch and I hope to see you soon!
Happy New Year!
-Hg
@@CoachHelder wow. Cool site. I subscribed. Awesome. I see we are into similar things. Haven’t officially rucked yet. But I have. Have some decent packs. I use a spec ops slab pack with 2 20’s in it on occasion. Waiting for room in the budget for a tucker 3.0 with plate. Thanks again.
Thanks Daniel, I appreciate your feedback and support!
We definitely need to get out there soon. Let's see what the near future holds.
I still Ruck on a weekly basis but it's either just me and my dog or 2-3 of my regulars at most.
I recently stated a channel that I archive footage from our Rucks. If you are interested, take a look:
czcams.com/channels/P4ZcdlA0XC7D_B4P_IVNuw.html
Stay in touch and I'll keep you updated. 👍
-Hg
What packs do you guys use and what do you use for weights?
For me Shane, I am a fan of the GoRuck line. It's been over a decade and the rucks have treated me well. What about you?
-Hg
I have not yet bought one, I’m late to the party. I have heard that the Go Ruck bags are good but they are a little pricey.
They are definitely pricey but you do get what you pay for. There are a bunch of viable options out there that are much less expensive. With the 'Sale' season coming up, definitely keep your eyes open for great deals. I generally send out any go deals that I find to my mailing list. If you are interested, you can sign up on CoachHelder.com.
Be safe!
-Hg
Gave me some horrible achillies tendonosis
Was it military service related, Sir Trash?
-Hg
Saw soen comments saying you’re in NJ
Was thinking of doing this soon. I live in Atlantic County
Yes, I am in Middlesex County. We were heading out every Saturday morning until Covid put a halt to it. I am hoping to start back up again soon. If you would like, join my mailing list on CoachHelder.com. I send out info about our rucks and other events to that list. Be Safe and hope to get out there with you soon.
-Hg
Does this really loss belly fat or weight?
You will certainly burn calories at a high rate but it all depends on how much you consume in order to offset the equation.
-Hg
@@CoachHelder How much or often should I Ruck for weight loss?
There are many factors such as your current physical condition and of course, your goal(s.)
Keep in mind that pace, distance and the amount that you are carrying all play a big role in this equation.
Start slow, get yourself a baseline and then get out there as often as you can. Safety first and ease your way in.
-Hg
@@CoachHelder How often a week and amount of weights I should be carrying?
What I recommend to clients that I work with is to start out 3x per week, with 15lbs, 3 miles, 17min miles or faster.
Then, take it from there. Be sure to get checked out by your medical professional to make sure that you are good to go.
-Hg
quite quiet
My happy place.
-Hg
Sir? Where is your mask!?!?
Hello Teodor, what mask are you referencing?
-Hg
@@CoachHelder the most annoying one
It's in my cargo pocket. 😉
-Hg