8 BEST 'RUCKING' TIPS TO MAXIMIZE YOUR WALKING CALORIE BURN

"Try to gradually increase your rucking speed as you improve over time,"

Pick up the pace

"This will increase the number of calories you burn, and it will be more effective at improving your lower-body muscles,"

Opt for hills

When in doubt, add more weight. The weight you initially chose when you started your rucking routine may no longer challenge your body.

Increase the weight

It can be challenging for some to maintain a faster pace throughout the entire workout. However, you can still incorporate quicker speeds via interval walking.

Try interval walking

"This will drastically increase the number of calories you burn and will greatly improve the impact your workout has on your cardiovascular system,"

Mix in some jogging

"Threshold intervals are longer than high-intensity intervals, and they involve working at efforts/paces just beneath your anaerobic threshold,

Consider threshold intervals

Incorporate resistance exercises into your routine, such as walking lunges and squats.

Add resistance exercises to your routine

Ensure you bring a water bottle on your ruck, as losing water during a workout can negatively impact your body.

Stay hydrated

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