Just Ruck It

You don’t have to run to line up at a race. In this episode of Just Ruck It, I take you inside the Pound the Ground 5K — a local run/walk to support the Veterans Outreach Center — and show you how I …

What does it really mean to be strong? We all think we know — lifting, pushing, enduring. But the roots of the word tell a deeper story: one of tension, strain, and holding firm under pressure.

In thi…

1 Year of Rucking – What Rucking Taught Me About Strength, Grit, and Showing Up

One year ago, I was standing on Mount Jo, out of breath and wondering how the hell I let things get that hard. My knees …

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This one’s personal.

In this raw and real episode, Lindsay opens up about hitting a wall—mentally, physically, emotio…

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In this honest and hard-hitting episode of Just Ruck It, Lindsay tackles something every rucker (and every human) faces sooner or later: what to do when you've fallen off the bandwago…

In this episode, Lindsay shares the story of her first solo hike into the Adirondack High Peaks—tackling Cascade and Porter, numbers 1 and 2 on her journey to become a 46er.

From freezing temps and ge…

Six months of planning, 30 miles of trail, and one very stubborn migraine—I just got back from a four-day, three-night backpacking trip through the rugged hills of Pennsylvania, and I’ve got stories.

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Practical Weight: What I Actually Carried on the Loyalsock Loop

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In this episode of Just Ruck It, I’m breaking down my pack list for a 4-day, 3-night backpacking trip through the rug…

This month, I’m taking on a new challenge:
 Rucking 50 miles to raise awareness — and real support — for Stop Soldier Suicide.

Rucking started as a way to carry the burdens of others.
 Today, we carry t…

We dive deep into one of the most important questions in ruck training: how much weight should you carry?

You’ll hear:

• Why men and women tend to make different mistakes when choosing pack weight
• What mi…

Welcome back, Ruckers!
Today’s episode is a story about persistence, pain, laughter, and what happens when you stop waiting for perfect conditions and start moving anyway.

Since 2023, I’ve been piecin…

Episode Title: Rucking Your Why
Host: Lindsay
Podcast: Just Ruck It

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• Lindsay shares her motivation for rucking as she approaches a significant age milestone, emphasizing the desire to beco…

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In this episode of Just Ruck It, I’m recapping my very first ruck race experience at Rochester’s iconic “Running of the Green.” From solo butterflies to race-day surprises, I’m givin…

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In this episode of Just Ruck It, we’re talking about something bigger than just fitness—it’s about staying self-sufficient for life.

This is personal for me. I’ve seen people lose their…

🎙 Episode #12 – Just Ruck It

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No time? No problem. If you’re waiting for free time to magically appear, you’ll be waiting forever. In this episode, we break down how to fit rucking into…

Rucking Vs Rucking: Who gets a better workout?

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Does rucking really burn more calories than running? Short answer—hell yes. And today, I’m breaking down exactly why.

In this episode, we…

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When was the last time you truly let yourself be bored? No music, no phone, no distractions—just you, your ruck, and the open trail. In today’s episode, we’re diving into why boredom …

Rucking vs. Hiking vs. Backpacking: What’s the Difference?

Is rucking just hiking with a heavier pack? And where does backpacking fit into the mix? In this episode of Just Ruck It, we break down the k…

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In this special episode of Just Ruck It, I take you along for a winter group hike in the Catskills up to Giant’s Ledge. I sat down with some incredible women from Seek to Do More to t…

Episode #7: Competitive Rucking – Race Day Ready

In This Episode:
Join me, Lindsay, as I prepare for my very first competitive rucking event—a 5-mile race benefiting the YMCA of Greater Rochester for S…