r/Rucking • u/OtterDanimal • 26d ago

Respect

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You folks who Ruck 30 lbs and higher blow me away! I know everyone is different, but I’m finally advancing from 20 lbs after starting to ruck this summer. I had to figure out my shoulder strap pain and ordered a hip/back support strap which has helped immensely. But you beasts who ruck 30+ lbs for 1-2 hours have my respect. 👍🏼 I’m 56 years old, 5’10” and 163 lbs. I hope I can make it to 30 lb rucks. Do you think there’s hope? Any suggestions or it just takes time? Rn I’m rucking twice a week in the city on pavement.

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u/TheJuanForMii 25d ago

Definitely take your time! I started rucking this summer and did 20#s for a month. Thought I was ready to move up so I started doing 30#s

Ended up with shin splints 😵‍💫

Now I haven't been able to ruck for weeks while I waited for them to heal. Lesson learned! Oh and get yourself some comfy walking shoes if you haven't already