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The Rucker’s Edge

The Rucker’s Edge

A 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 jockey with lower back problems, or a parent trying to get back to your pre-kids weight, this podcast will help develop your edge.

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Inside the New RuckWell Update: Smarter Features for Better Training

Recent Episodes

Dec. 14, 2025

Inside the New RuckWell Update: Smarter Features for Better Training

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...
Dec. 7, 2025

What The Greatest Coach of All Time Would Teach You About Rucking

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...
Nov. 30, 2025

Stronger Rucking, Better Movement: Expert Training Advice from Coach Matty Hollingdale

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, st...
Nov. 23, 2025

Rucking Nutrition 101: Hydration, Protein, Creatine, & Collagen with Kyle Kamp (Part 2)

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...
Nov. 16, 2025

Rucking Nutrition 101: Fueling Before and During Your Miles with Kyle Kamp (Part 1)

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...
Nov. 9, 2025

Finding Purpose and Resilience Through Green Beret Fitness

In this episode of T he 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 6...

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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Reviews

Enthusiastic & informative

"The podcast is off to a strong start. I really appreciate the passion for rucking and the effort to build a community around it. The show covers everything from gear tips to training strategies and t…"

SMS.MD | July 24, 2025

New Rucker

"I am new to rucking and this podcast has great information for the beginning rucker. Keep up the great work and I cant wait for the next episode!"

RuckingAndy | Aug. 16, 2025

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