Jocko RUCKS

[@Bustermaniax]

"We have deemed your back injuries not service related"

[@pauladams6100]

This weight isn’t sitting on his back… it’s sitting on his hips..

[@tomfoolery5033]

@@pauladams6100 tell us you weren’t in the military without saying you weren’t in the military.

[@tomfoolery5033]

I got one even better. They pretty much told me, “yeah, we see this is a service related incident, but….. uhhhhh…. fu*k off anyway.”

[@pauladams6100]

@@tomfoolery5033 that pack has a hip belt… the weight is on his hips… tell us you’re an idiot without saying it..

[@pauladams6100]

@Scott Oneill oh? Why is that?

[@heatnup6899]

There is nothing more jocko than saying “civilian sector”

[@rileysmall4317]

😂😂😂 I could imagine him being a kindergarten teacher talking about new crayon sets as if they are newly made ammunition or grenades whilst looking after the new recruits and getting them situated with their strict nap time schedules, also reminding them of the harsh potential scolding they will receive for even daring to colour outside of the lines. Hooorah!

[@MoosePolo]

So true lol

[@brianelitez]

@@rileysmall4317 this comment made my day lol. Ty.

[@valve_is_better294]

Fr 😂

[@jamesj9537]

Jocko commenters always kill me haha😂

[@editname9576]

'Yeah it sucks, but its pretty awesome" lmao

[@briancontreras5814]

I use to put 50 pounds in a book bag when I was a kid because I would watch dragon ball and saw that Roshi would make goku wear a weighted turtle shell at home

[@jaefizz1862]

I love this lol. My mom had those weighted straps you put around your ankles and wrists for working out and I’d wear them all the time trying to train like Goku too.

[@joeben7861]

I never had a gym or anything like that I could only workout at school. So I’d fill the laundry detergent bottles up with water when empty. Have those for my curls till failure then I’d find the heaviest crap my book bag could handle then got into form for squats till almost failure. Weighted lunges for a bit after that id end it off with about 30mins to an hour of cardio.

[@MrChris4251]

Same

[@briancontreras5814]

@@DeathMetal918 didn’t take it to school they were plated weights you put on a barbell it wasn’t sturdy either the book bag was sagging on my ass and I would do it when no one was home in my room and walk down the basement stairs never said it really worked out or seriously did it routinely just when I was watching the show that’s it

[@someasiankid6323]

LMAO I DID THE SAME THING BUT WITH THE SHOES

[@swill1020]

After being born it has been told this is how Jocko carried his mom home from the hospital

[@jsmithsemper4848]

🤣

[@asdf-jo4vv]

🤣

[@bernielunger]

Fuckin Chuck Norris

[@tuneboyz5634]

When he was born?? How can an infant even carry a 300+ pound woman??? 😂

[@swill1020]

@@tuneboyz5634 apparently you’re not familiar with leverage, strong will and ridiculous sarcasm.

[@SlavStash]

For those who wondered most likely it's eberlestock f1 frame

[@locomike102]

I ruck about 3 times a week and it has helped my base cardio more than running, stair mill, or anything. And my dog gets to come with me.

[@thehermitman822]

I bike for cardio because you can have mass and still push like hell but I agree being able to carry far exceeds running.

[@XxxXxx-br7eq]

​@@thehermitman822it can be great for cardio but you have to balance that with some jogging to strengthen up those bones and joints

[@PraveenSawh]

if you train like this, you should also take special care to train on the bar. Hanging exercises to decompress the spine to balance the compression. yin yang

[@jackbrady9738]

100%

[@jackbrady9738]

And reverse hypers

[@joelhoye5773]

Imagine Jocko passing Goggins while running. "Morning Ralph, Morning Fred."🇺🇸

[@owenleal]

Why are they suddenly called "Ralph and Fred?"

[@dylanberg1188]

This video made me start rucking and it single handedly changed my overall fitness. I was overweight. I had strength as my primary training was powerlifting, but zero conditioning. I was too out of shape to run consistently, but consistent walking wasn’t intense enough. I needed something in between. I saw this video, strapped a heavy ass pack on, at moved at a steady pace for much longer than I could have run, and got an insane workout. My unweighted run times have improved and I still have muscle size and strength. Thank you for the inspiration.

[@WitchdoktahArms]

thats why i am starting rucking. need to amp up my walks, Rock Lee-style.

[@Milokitty-en5nb]

I bet Jocko prays for either an invasion or the zombie apocalypse just so he’s forced back into some action.

[@TheOnion12]

He could get back into it if he wanted to. PMC or CIA GRS

[@theundergroundlairofthesqu9261]

Or for that fax machine to screw up just one more time.

[@westonpetty1751]

Dude has a family so no

[@johnnylowery9404]

​@@westonpetty1751 hgj ff gjrjf☺️☺️☺️☺️☺️

[@jaygreen8662]

​@@TheOnion12 how does one go about applying?

[@weaktallguy5114]

Anyone who has never rucked with 70 lbs on their back for long distances really do not understand how much it sucks lmao

[@mattaxelrod2533]

Did 130+ as a 0311 in the marines for 16 miles on rocks, it was a fucking mess.

[@Not_A_JTAC]

Yep. Move 20k with 90 pounds in radios and lasing equipment. Drop ruck and get ready to potentially settle into a patrol base just to hear a frago where you gotta move another 10k

[@MarcusX01]

Rucking fucking sucks in general I just rucked for like 8 miles with more than 30+ pounds and my left hip is tight af

[@DBMac-ji7fr]

Did plenty in the Corps. Years later a chiropractor looked at my x rays and said, "You used to carry a lot of weight on your back, huh?" Hard pass Jocko.

[@Aurelisk]

He's def hurting after that video.

[@joshwebb4442]

There is an optimal weight for rucking that is actually good for your spine. The 100+ lbs you carried in the military is NOT optimal. For most grown men it's about 45-50 lbs. It's enough to suck and be good for you

[@user-jl2wd1it8h]

Chiro adjusted my neck and I ended up busting both nuts. What a mess.

[@NoCommie]

It's more of a mental hardening than a physical one. In the military you sacrifice your health and youth to complete the mission. Civilians don't have to worry about rucking so it's unnecessary.

[@UTAH100]

They always tell you what they already know is true. Makes them seem more credible. Not saying it was not true but still. It's one of their tricks.

[@acci2003]

I use rucking to train for ultras and it complements my training. Preps my feet for the many km's of pounding and its soul crushing which is what happens while on the trail when everything hurts and I start feeling sorry for myself. I don't run to get faster. I do 2 ultras a year between 50-100 km and the purpose is to strengthen my mind. I loved the military because it taught me to never give up and in the moment life may suck, but there's always an end.

[@davidespiritu6759]

You ruck close to where I surf, Jocko 💪👍

[@scottyflintstone]

Surprised you don't see him in the lineup

[@JK-vc7ie]

He surfs close to where you surf

[@TheMouMr]

“The civilian sector” 😂😂 gotta Love this Fucking guy 😂❤

[@BGC1975]

One of my instructors always had two 45 pound plates in his pack in addition to his gear. When we were out training and doing 15-20 miles a day full gear he wasn’t even breathing hard… animal.

[@nicholaslamb1262]

Bullshit

[@Seetheworld8]

My son went in for Navy SF for 6 years. I’m praying for the well-being of all of you. It’s one of the hardest times for me, but he’s happy, and that’s all that matters to me.

[@internet_internet]

Navy has special operations. Army has special forces. What rate (job) did your son choose? Was he successful in his training pipeline?

[@paulleech1422]

Thats what i call real fitness.

[@hoviksmail]

I used to ruck all the way to school and home, all those books were heavy.

[@user-jl2wd1it8h]

I used to be 672lbs then I watched this and now I'm 200lbs 0% fat and can fly

[@JohnWilliams-wz9vk]

Well..done

[@user-jl2wd1it8h]

@@JohnWilliams-wz9vk thank you brother. Truly amazing.

[@MikeDunn]

Lmao

[@davidmole8299]

Off the end of whatever you're toking on lol

[@BigDees19]

I thought u said your chiropractor busted both your nuts bro? So how did that happened? The dude made you bust 2 nuts ?

[@paulisaaksohn9179]

Jocko is the elder brother we wish we had...Thank you for your wisdom, guidance and being there for me...

[@MrKveite1]

idk, i havent heard or seen anything about or from him that i find even slightly impressive what so ever. He was in the army and did his job and he is an older guy keeping fit, millions od other people have done the same all over the world..Now i dont get impressed very often but when i do it's normally reg people risking their life to save other people or animals etc in a real life crisis because they dont HAVE to, they chose to....

[@asherray4969]

For anyone who doesn’t ruck… the fact he has his weight that low is insane. In the military they teach you to put the heaviest items as high as possible, like up by your traps if possible. Companies like Goruck design their backpacks to have the weight high up to mimic this. Jocko is a beast having it down that low by choice

[@Kevnadian]

That's exactly what I was thinking. Jocko's extra hard-core for purposely keeping that amount of weight so low.

[@tidefanyankee2428]

Testosterone once tested positive for Jocko......

[@ezekielhadad1407]

I find it more comfortable with the weights set lower. I have different sacks and vests but my favorite is homemade similar to jockos I find it less stressful on the traps.

[@saullandiof5768]

it's a lot easier to keep your footing if you have a low center of gravity though

[@asherray4969]

@@ezekielhadad1407 Thats interesting. I like the stress on my traps but when I have the weight lower I feel it more in my low back

[@flearoy6366]

Rucking was my favorite thing to do in the army. Great way to clear the head and. Ecole better at everything physical.

[@jimb3093]

I'm a retired Army guy. I am 49 and dug out my old OD green ruck, packed it and went out for ruck. I stay in shape but haven't rucked in years! It was like a long-lost friend and buddy it felt so good. Heaving it up over my head and strapping it on. I rucked in the morning down the sidewalks in town, rush hour traffic and school buses going by, I went for a full hour. A dump truck driver honked his horn at me in approval. I am going to make a regular routine. But the memories flowed through my mind and great feeling afterwards.

[@flearoy6366]

@@jimb3093 I agree. Good memories are mad with that ruck. Some bad one to but all lessons worth learning. Keep on trucking brother.

[@thehermitman822]

I had my "front ruck" most my 6 yrs in yet could out pass most our best runners when it came to a load.

[@thehermitman822]

I do prefer my weight vest though.

[@smokeymcpot69]

​@@thehermitman822I imagine the weight distribution is much better than having it all in a pack

[@Bat_Dance]

Shit, that was me with all of my books in my backpack during high school

[@WitchdoktahArms]

That is true. I remember my bag with all my books, weighed a shit ton.

[@louieloya9811]

You know what’s crazy I see this man everyday and I’ve spoken to him twice. I go to his gym that he trains and does his podcast at.

[@hmpf]

Victory or Death!

[@JOkERBIDEN]

Over the last 7 months I’ve lost 70lbs of fat. 😳 I was carrying that weight around 24/7 365 for years…health is wealth.

[@JohnWilliams-wz9vk]

Well done

[@chickfinnegan8969]

Awesome!

[@timvuichard5442]

20.. Jocko for president ❤🎉

[@Ramfreak23]

Never met Jocko but love this guy man.

[@sid35gb]

This is the difference between the Navy Seals and the British SAS. The SAS stopped using dead weight in the rucksack years ago as the weight needs to be useable so if there’s an emergency or problem you’re carrying the kit to deal with it. Also you learn how to deal with awkward shaped kit and how to pack it so you’re balanced and less likely to suffer injury. Even if you don’t want to mess around packing tents and sleeping bags carry water, food and a first aid kit as a minimum.

[@owenleal]

​@@jake00942buying a big bottle of water is cheaper than weights and when you get tired you can dump the water and go home instead of being stranded with some heavy weights you cant lift anymore. Also you can drink the water.

[@lcpl.dickhead0311]

I don't get this. He's using plates for training purposes. What u just described is just basic packing for the field that any combat organization would follow

[@renatolaranja52]

The SAS never used deadweight to begin with

[@frankcuoco1501]

Of course he has a german shepherd fir a pet😁👍👍👍

[@andrewvillanueva3722]

Jacko is a beast!!!! Starts at 4am with exercises!!!!

[@garthhylton-gordon5679]

Much respect Sir!!! You’re my inspiration..

[@si0054]

Fast forward, I’m 46 with knees of an 80 year old. Orthopaedic surgeon has said stop running, or start crawling. My military background was build on massive tabbing elements “rucking” to you yanks. Knee surgery in a couple of weeks so hopefully some quality back. By the way, I ignored the surgeon and ran over helvellyn just because he said no 😂😂. Doubt I’ll take notice either, I’ll just slow down a bit

[@demetriuscooksey7147]

I do this to prep for hunting season.

[@pluto034]

Rucking is ticking is one of the few things I brought with me out of the military. I absolutely love it

[@hashshah]

Probably real aspects of our living. Thanks jocko. Legend

[@judepagano159]

For a man who’s forged himself in war, Jocko seems like a very peaceful man.. mad respect 🫡

[@hanswurscht6625]

The turtle hermit approves.

[@abrahamjimenez1957]

I wish that i could have those equipment to train like that but sadly i dont, but i keep working out cuz no matter how you do it, just do the job!

[@freddyfox5002]

Buddy. Any fucking backpack will do. Fill it up with clothing, tools, fire wood, water bottles, what ever really. Use your God given inspiration ffs

[@abrahamjimenez1957]

@@freddyfox5002 good answer bro 🤜🤛

[@floruby3608]

Army 1993-2016! Thank you for your service and your inspiration Sir!

[@tcap3193]

Bad ass warrior. Mind, body, and heart. Respect Happy Veterans Day 🇺🇸

[@cej3940]

Today was my day off so instead of my 15 minute SIT/HIIT blast I decided to try rucking outside this time, I live in Canada, in a part where it drops below 10-15 degrees at midday so I was concerned about getting sick or something Ended up stumbling upon a track with one of those huge tractor tires that I've always wanted, so I spent like 30-40 minutes flipping it across the field Then I spent another 2 hours rucking around town, honestly was a lot of fun in comparison to the treadmill haha, definitely gonna do something similar to this one my days off and try to instead ruck in the mornings for a short time on my work days

[@lona0540]

JACKO, “SALUTE” You epitomize what is RIGHT, GOOD, CORRECT about not only our military, but OUR COUNTRY. Thank You for the detailed explanations about your journey through life. I’m an old Vietnam guy, extremely proud of the path I took, the people I served with, my service to my country. Thank You Sir.

[@ah6352]

I'm 49 and I run with a 20 lb ruck and a 10 lb dumbbell in each hand. Never was military but some of the things they do for training and PT is very motivating! It does suck but afterwards it makes you feel awesome! Thank you for your service!

[@SlopedOtter]

Be a teenager who isn’t built like Jocko, then do a 4 year infantry contact. I’m 26 and I’m still trying to rehab my knees lmao

[@animula6908]

They were going to go bad on you by 40 even if you sat still and never moved, so I still think you made the right choice for what it’s worth. I think the people in their 40s who did nothing have way more infirmities than those who have had the most physically challenging careers and lifestyles, of the ones that I know. And no adventures to show for it either. You won’t have that issue anyway.

[@litoaykiu]

I thought gays aren’t allowed in USA infantry.

[@ruutjormun2262]

​@@animula6908 really? heavily doubt 40yo hunter native tribe members have walking issues. i just completed a house move with a 45yo Liberian man who lifted everything by shifting the weight onto his glutes with bent knees. no knee issues at all.

[@ls_4452]

​@@animula6908 nah, you can definitely go past 40 without bad knees. I would ofttimes hike with my grandpa when he was in his late 70s.

[@JohnWilliams-wz9vk]

We did 10 mile Ruck runs in 80 deuce 3/505. But it prepped me for Ranger when I was almost 30...this was late 80s..I feel..every step...now...lol

[@bw9412]

This man is a GLADIATOR BEAST!!

[@sheriffbacara2375]

Fuck ...OK this is why I love this guy... always gives me something new too push myself with....even though I wish I didn't see this...I welcome the opportunity for a new challenge

[@alexlebedew7842]

When I was in 3RCR all we did was Ruck or Run. I still Ruck after 4 years of being Retired. I miss the Ruck March Banter.

[@cerealkiller8882]

The best thing to do if you’re gonna ruck is to wear a brand new pair of boots. 😊

[@megacab]

Your feet will thank you 😊

[@clayton2500]

Don’t forget some loose cotton socks

[@iclowntv3153]

@@clayton2500 leave those laces looser than the socks. Pro strategy

[@mpclepto182]

@@iclowntv3153 Wet too, it helps with the over heating in the foot.

[@rotcaka]

Don't incrementally train up to that load either. And make sure your running on all downhills to test you connective tissues 🤣😂 I recommend this and all of your above comments to unconditioned new clients 🤡 😂

[@andrewskokan6372]

This ruck sack trainer is awesome. Anyone know brand name or type?

[@Pellagrah]

It's military surplus gear. That's definitely an ALICE pack frame, but I think he's swapped out the waist belt and straps with aftermarket varieties.

[@strongadenu]

Jocko is the man, he is right up there with Chuck Norris and Goku

[@donbaine118]

Miss those days. People don't realize how far you can push yourself.

[@tidefanyankee2428]

Great overall body conditioner. Just don't over do it.

[@yanwain9454]

my back feels better at 38 than it did when i was in school because i STOPPED wearing heavy backpacks.

[@internet_internet]

Carrying “heavy backpacks” in school is not rucking.

[@yanwain9454]

@@internet_internet well thats fine but im 39 now and i still don't do either and my back still feels good.

[@marinemccord1059]

If that ruck setup has a name, link it. Tired of broken or constantly loosening straps.

[@ahbooty98shark42]

Thank you for your service sir 🇺🇸

[@pauladams6100]

Outdoorsman’s atlas trainer is what I use.. he looks like he has a simple external meat packing frame. Atlas trainer is basically a barbell on your back to put Olympic weights on.

[@nathanfreeman2202]

It’s an eberlestock f1 mainframe. I got one a few months back and love it for rucking and hiking. Highly recommend.

[@ko_medic]

Jocko not afraid to rocko them dad sockos I love it 😆

[@user-ut8xq3ej6c]

Love you bro. Also love rucking. Hell yeah !

[@kylervoie]

why’s he put such heavy training weight so low on his back, that’s just improper loading for what rucking is

[@spikarooni6391]

The technique 🙌

[@crobbins4097]

Massive quads , keep up the good job and thank you for helping me change my life

[@e.a.u9459]

You hear him talk the Talk and now you see him literally walk the Walk and he is equally impressive in getting both accomplished.

[@John-hj2mv]

Hurts my back to see that weight not higher up on the back, but then again it looks like that carrier is designed that way so what do I know. I was constantly pulling my straps to keep the load up high during ruck marches my younger days

[@iugoeswest]

One time we saw a guy carrying a tree on his shoulder while we were hiking. We asked him what he was doing. He said training. We asked for what. He said: Life

[@codyflynn5187]

Must’ve been goggins

[@ortiztino]

Watch them knees ole school, I went in, in 1991. Our bodies start to deteriorate as we get older, stay safe bro.

[@miniruck]

Hell yea brother. I ruck. Love it. Makes me a stronger human. Body and mind.

[@Ytomany]

I did this shit by accident in school, since middleschool id just carry all my books and stuff in my backpack and id weight like 100 pounds and because of that I have a insanely jacked back probably genetics as well. I just remember everyone would go "Woah wtf is in there bro its so heavy"

[@hustlemuscle6456]

What is that ruck set up called? every ruck sack I've had has ripped into pieces when I stick weight in it. Or the straps and buckles give out or continue to loosen.

[@WhenIwasalivein]

It looks like an updated Alice pack given that bottom bar assembly.

[@HeyRaf537]

Don't know but I need it

[@mattlatta5560]

@@a.b1266 huh?

[@justinmerrow5584]

Looks like a Stone Glacier frame

[@garrett208]

That's the eberlestock f1 mainframe pack, it's designed for hunters packing out meat, so it'll easily carry a hundred pounds or more no problem

[@isaiahvalenzuela1925]

Ngl that’s probably the worst way to carry the weight but Jocko just fucking does it.

[@442tebo]

dats a load hauler its the best way to carry weight though. its what its made for. lol he is strong though.

[@rubyg2478]

Jacko really a freak of nature

[@koba_Lyle]

Jocko talking about rucking and read8ng Marcus Desuax writings about the legs of a soldier helped get me into ruck running. I'm 5'7" 150lbs. Still rucking with 35-45lbs 8-12 miles at 8-12min/per mile pace. Preparing for appilacian trail run. Goal is to get up to 40lbs pack traversing 30-50 miles per day alone. Or with dog. Self-supported, for 2 weeks.

[@PaulBMiller]

Love you. Thank you for your leadership. You make me toe the line. I got lazy. I am getting back after it.

[@jamestiburon443]

An old species of a lifetime.

[@Scottish-Batman]

God Bless You Jocko

[@229glock]

Last I heard, Jocko is now just strapping the earth directly to his pack and rucking.

[@t7-ro6er]

Great guy

[@anslogarrick7638]

King Jocko are very strong

[@mr.sandbag8719]

You are the man of the spinning sphere in the northern Hemisphere man.

[@hughmungus1590]

I have been rocking for just over 2 weeks now for just under an hour every day. The results are incredible, however I do recommend using a weighter vest were the weight is distributed across the front and back of the upper body rather than using a backpack.

[@markchrysanthou9543]

This is absolute gold made my day ❤

[@AHEUTUBE]

Jock Rocks💪

[@feardotcm4651]

I love his brutal honesty. "Rucking sucks"

[@jaygreen8662]

OooRah!!! Semper Fi!!

[@rogerwhiting9310]

😮love the dog

[@lazeaylo.2718]

I love it I can’t wait to get back to it I used to take my weight vest and run in the mountains the reason I love it because I know how much benefit I’m getting all the grind will make you a beast 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@jayceecee8651]

Still rocking those "Billie Jean" socks...

[@andrewkeglovits1271]

Love ya Brother

[@kodiak9840]

Legendary SEAL Jocko Willink reinforces Army superiority via the soup sandwich ruck

[@plusrunning]

I think I was the only crazy SOB that actually enjoyed rucking in my team. Especially in the early mornings in the mountains. To catch the sun rise on the way down the mountain was awesome.

[@paze3720]

The platecarrier has a new meaning 🤘

[@workingmansrevolution]

Gotta love it!!

[@Ronnock]

PT's and ortho's salivating at that load on a flexed back over long periods of time on uneven terrain.

[@michaelernest7224]

I did the MCRE hike in 02. Goddamn! We were so wasted we didn't even walk to the barracks, slept on the parade deck.

[@Youngbuckinnacut]

Lol his dogs hvin a blast

[@bodidley5015]

The military can take any fun activity and make it suck . . . Running, hiking, backpacking, camping, swimming, diving, parachuting, shooting.

[@cookingwithusNM]

Jocko I’m inspired by you and I am 66 , I’m going to SD to do granddad stuff for my 2 daughters and I would love to have 10 minutes with you! I’ll be there in the last week of May 2023, if possible, let me know 💪🏽

[@tonycintron1]

Yo Joko is the fuckin man bro, God damnn

[@aka.thegiant-killer6388]

Jocko for president!

[@lukeswain5160]

Never was in the military but a lot of my family members were, I went down into boxing instead. Rucking and ruck running is one of the most beautifully hard but satisfying workout you can do

[@SuperBobby1967]

What a beast.