Rucking Foot and Ankle Injuries (And How to Prevent Them)
Why do so many ruckers deal with foot pain, ankle injuries, and overuse issues? In this episode, Spencer sits down with Jon Ritter, Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), to break down what’s actually happening inside your body wh...
New to The Rucker’s Edge?
In this first episode of The Rucker’s Edge, We breakdown the top benefits of rucking. I’ll share the five biggest reasons why you should start rucking, how it will help you rebuild strength, improve mental clarity, and reconn...
In this episode, I explain how to start rucking today with gear you already have at home. You’ll learn what you actually need, how to build your first ruck using household items, and the two biggest mistakes I made when start...
In this episode, we’re diving into rucking recovery strategies and how to recover after a ruck. I discuss what your body goes through, what to expect, and exactly what to do before and after a ruck to bounce back faster, redu...
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Rucking Foot and Ankle Injuries (And How to Prevent Them)
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Recent Blog Posts
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…
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 …
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…