RUCK+ | MILES GRINDER

This RUCK+ workout is a blend of rucking and bodyweight strength training to challenge endurance, power, and agility—all while enjoying a good trail ruck.

When it's time for each workout segment, step off the trail, and ideally at a spot where you can perform elevated push-ups or step-ups on a sturdy log or large rock. You'll complete this workout over three total miles and complete two alternating segments over three rounds. 

If you're training for an endurance event, increase the distance and rounds as needed.

EQUIPMENT YOU NEED:

  • Ruck

NOTES

  • If needed, adjust the number of reps, time, or rounds to fit your fitness level.
  • If needed, rest 1-2 minutes between rounds.
  • Always do your warm-up to help prevent injuries.
  • Some video demonstrations may depict exercise tools other than a ruck - the same cues and form will still apply unless otherwise noted.

REMINDER:

  • Soft count: 1, 2, 3, 4 ... this is when both (or all) limbs perform the exercise at the same time.
  • Hard count: 1,1, 2, 2, 3, 3, 4, 4...this is when only one limb does work at a time.
  • Each Side: Do all reps on one side before switching to complete all reps on the other side.

 

WARM UP

10 x reps Walking Lunges EACH SIDE
10 x reps Arm Swings
10 x reps Gate Open + Close EACH SIDE
3:00-5:00 Warm-Up Jog

 

WORKOUT x 3 ROUNDS

 .50 MILE RUCK
12 x reps Ruck Front Squats
12 x reps Push-Ups (elevated or hands on ground)
12 x reps Step Ups on Large Rock or Log
Trail Sprint (Short Distance, ~50 yards)
 .50 MILE RUCK
24 x reps Bear Crawls
12 x reps Plank Shoulder Taps
12 x reps Jump Squats
12 x reps Ruck Russian Twists

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