First GORUCK BASIC Event? Training tips on how to prepare!

[@M21-z1p4n]

I’m running my first one in November and this is exactly what I was looking for! Thankyou!

[@bretts2048]

Awesome! Just what I needed. I heard you say you have a video of what to pack. I didn’t see that

[@rubbercityrucker]

I will post one soon sorry I forgot to make it

[@buddhangle]

Thanks for this!

[@michaelpennington5790]

for me personally, a kettlbell based workout helped me so much with rucking.

[@jasonenyart1773]

This is exactly what I've been looking for. Thanks. Can't wait to see the packing list video,

[@Lion-qi8ej]

This is fantastic! Been rucking for a few months now. I also train consistently with kettlebells, DL’s, squats, sandbags, farmers walks, etc. I’ve rucked 6 1/2 with 30lb. Some weekends 5 on a Saturday, 6 on a Sunday. Question is running and/or jumping. I have a repaired torn achilles and torn medial meniscus so I can’t really sprint hard or jump too well but my GPP is pretty good. Would love your opinion on how I’d fair on a basic and/or a Tough. Thank you! I’m 57 btw. 5’9” 185. Thanks for your advice. I was thinking of doing the 4/1/23 Basic in NYC.

[@rubbercityrucker]

I would say you should be fine and the cadre always want to know if you have any injuries or problematic areas they can work around or substitute movements for you.

[@Lion-qi8ej]

@@rubbercityrucker thanks for the reply!

[@M21-z1p4n]

Can you do a video on the layout of the basic go Ruck events?

[@toddthomason3412]

are you training for selection?

[@onmyagenda4039]

Super helpful man. Thank you.

[@comradecrunch2555]

Great stuff. Thanks

[@rubbercityrucker]

You’re welcome! Thank you for watching!

[@cameronmyrick8312]

I struggle to maintain a pace faster than 18 minutes. Is this an issue for a first event?

[@rubbercityrucker]

No not at all! Most of the time in a basic you might be around the 20 min/mile pace and at times you might have to shuffle. The good thing is the basic event will typically not go over 8-10 miles total in a 4-6 hour stretch with breaks throughout.

[@HottubCowboy]

Thank You 👍

[@rubbercityrucker]

You’re welcome the support is much appreciated!

[@alexabrams9206]

Are you required to use a plate during the event or can I use gear as weight?

[@rubbercityrucker]

You have to use some form of weight plate(s)

[@Winston125]

What do you recommend for shoes? Running shoes okay?

[@donaldbulgrin2898]

I would say running shoes should be fine being the event doesn’t have a ton of distance to it. Just make sure you wear what you have been training in and not a brand new pair that’s not broken in.