WHAT YOU ARE BUYING

This purchase is for this PATHFINDER Training Program only. This purchase allows you to start the Class you select above early to coincide with the start of the corresponding Ruck Strong cycle.

You must purchase and register for Ruck Strong separately here.

RECOMMENDED FOR

• Individuals seeking to establish a strong base of rucking moderate to heavy weight and high mileage
• Individuals training for their first or second GORUCK Tough Challenge or equivalent
• Individuals training for their first GORUCK Heavy Challenge or equivalent
• Individuals training for extended endurance events, similar in duration and effort to a GORUCK HTL (Heavy-Tough-Light)

PREREQUISITES

• None, but it is STRONGLY SUGGESTED that you already have the discipline to maintain regular fitness activity three to four times a week or have completed the PATHFINDER Endure (Intermediate) program.

REQUIRED GEAR

• Rucksack (Backpack) This is our recommended rucksack.
• Weight: at least 45 pounds for individuals weighing 150 pounds or more, 30 pounds for individuals weighing under 150 pounds. These are our recommended weights.

REGISTRATION INCLUDES

• Upon purchase, get an Instant Download of our Program Success Guide
• Complete Program Materials, Workout Library, and supporting documentation
• Experienced Mentor Course Advisor who has successfully completed this training to assist in your planning and provide accountability
• Access to private Facebook Class Page and Course Advisor Group
• One (1) Discounted Standard Tan Blank Roster Patch to write your Roster Number on and wear while you train. PLEASE NOTE: You must Order Separately - Add one to your cart here.
• Exclusive Finisher's Patch (upon successful completion of the program)

CLASS DATES

• Quarterly Classes begin on the 1st of January, April, July, and October and run for 12 weeks. These are off-schedule early start dates that coincide with Ruck Strong Cycle start dates.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

Over a twelve-week period, you will complete the following:

• 200 Rucking Miles
• 30 Workouts
• 250 APFT Score (Age/Gender weighted)
• 12 Mile Ruck in 3 Hours (Prescribed weight)
• Reading Program (selected from a provided reading list)
• 5 PATHFINDER Advanced Challenges

PATHFINDER ADVANCED™ CHALLENGES

You must complete five separate challenges from the options below:

1. NEW! Snow Ruck (Rx weight)
2. NEW! Hiking Challenge
3. Beach Ruck (Rx weight)
   
4. Coupon Ruck (Rx weight)
5. Marathon Ruck (Rx weight)
6. Mountain Ruck (Rx weight)
7. Overnight Ruck (Rx weight)
8. Timed Ruck (Rx weight)
9. Pre/Post Workout Rucks
   
10. Pre/Post Workout Rucks plus Yoga
11. Stairs Conditioning (Rx weight)
    
12. Yoga Conditioning
13. Endurance Challenge
14. Charity Challenges (Register separately here.)

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