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How Rucking Fits Into a Busy Life: Lessons from Weighted Steps Author Andrew Brandt

In this episode of The Rucker’s Edge , Spencer sits down with Andrew Brandt to explore how rucking fits into everyday life when work, family, and time constraints are real. Andrew shares how he rebuilt his fitness through con...

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How Rucking Fits Into a Busy Life: Lessons from Weighted Steps Author Andrew Brandt

Recent Episodes

Feb. 1, 2026

How Rucking Fits Into a Busy Life: Lessons from Weighted Steps Author Andrew Brandt

In this episode of The Rucker’s Edge , Spencer sits down with Andrew Brandt to explore how rucking fits into everyday life when work, family, and time constraints are real. Andrew shares how he rebuilt his fitness through con...
Jan. 25, 2026

How Rucking Builds Mental Toughness, Grit, and Stress Resilience

In this episode of The Rucker’s Edge, I sit down with John A. Dailey, author of the book Tough Rugged Bastards and the RTFU newsletter, to explore how rucking can be used intentionally to develop stress tolerance, emotional c...
Jan. 18, 2026

Rucking in the Snow and Ruck Design with Dan Vinson from Wild Gym

Rucking doesn’t stop when the weather turns cold. But winter conditions introduce new challenges that ruckers need to be prepared for. In this episode of The Rucker’s Edge , Spencer sits down with Dan Vinson, founder of Wild...
Jan. 11, 2026

Yoga for Ruckers: How Mobility and Flexibility Prevent Pain and Improve Performance

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...
Jan. 4, 2026

The Reflective Ruck: Using Rucking to Reset Your Direction

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 lik...
Dec. 28, 2025

Thank You

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 forme...

Recent Blog Posts

Aug. 21, 2025

When You're Ready to Scale Up Your Rucking: The Complete Guide

You've been consistent with your rucking routine for a few weeks now. That 20-pound pack that once felt challenging is starting to feel manageable. Your 2-mile route that used to leave you winded? Now you're finishing strong and wondering what's nex…

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Aug. 11, 2025

How Much Should You Drink After Rucking? The Science-Based Hydration …

Just finished a solid ruck and wondering how much you need to drink to properly rehydrate? You're not alone. Most ruckers either under-hydrate (and feel terrible the next day) or over-hydrate (and spend the evening running to the bathroom). In this …

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Aug. 3, 2025

Dynamic Stretching for Rucking: Your Pre-Ruck Warm-Up Guide

Getting ready to start rucking? Before you throw on that weighted backpack and head out, there's something crucial you need to do that most ruckers skip: dynamic stretching. In this guide, I'll break down why stretching matters for rucking performan…

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New Rucker

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Easy, fun, and informative

"Such an easy listen with short, easy-to-digest episodes providing helpful suggestions to get into rucking, research behind why it’s beneficial, and containing fun anecdotes from the host! Can’t wait …"

HSC | July 21, 2025

Excited to try this!

"Never heard of “rucking” until recently and this show has definitely inspired me to give it a try. As a beginner trekker, I think rucking might be a perfect exercise to help develop those skills. 🤘"

Beth Woodruff | July 21, 2025