About WhatIsRucking.com

Our Mission

At WhatIsRucking.com, the mission is to introduce more people to the simple yet powerful practice of rucking — walking with weight — as a sustainable, beginner-friendly way to build fitness, explore the outdoors, and reconnect with movement.

Who We Are

We're a family of four, with two small kids and a big love for walking.

Before parenthood, we loved exploring every corner of amazing cities, walking for hours on foot, soaking in the rhythm and character of each place. We're also fans of nature and hiking, and funnily enough — we actually got together during a high school hiking trip.

These days, life looks a little different.

Our kids are often our "rucks" (parents, you know what I mean 😅), and long evening walks after work are rare. Over time, the effects of a more sedentary lifestyle crept in — especially noticeable in my Levi's waistband. My wife's still holding steady thanks to the calorie burn from breastfeeding, but I needed something to help me get back on track.

That's where rucking comes in.

It's become our way to get the most out of short walks, stay strong, and spend meaningful time outdoors — together. Whether it's a loop around the lake, a city stroll with the stroller, or carrying a weighted pack while the kids scooter ahead, rucking has turned everyday movement into something fun, efficient, and intentional.

What You'll Find Here

This site is a growing resource — part guide, part journal — built to help beginners (like us!) get started with rucking and make it a part of everyday life.

So far, you'll find:

• Beginner-friendly guides on how to start rucking
• Gear advice for getting started with what you already have
• A simple, progressive first-month plan
• Honest answers to common beginner questions

More content is on the way as we document our own rucking journey — from forest paths to city sidewalks.

About Affiliate Links

To support this project, we plan to sometimes use affiliate links to gear and resources we genuinely recommend. If you purchase through one of these links, we may earn a small commission — at no extra cost to you.

We promise:

• Full transparency about affiliate relationships
• Only recommending gear we use or trust
• No paid placements or "sponsored" fluff

Let's Walk Together

We're just getting started — but if rucking helps busy people with full lives get moving again, we're all in.

Got questions, feedback, or want to share your own rucking story?
Email us at info@whatisrucking.com — we'd love to hear from you.