Rucking is the action of walking with weight on your back.Walking with a weighted rucksack (aka backpack) is a low impact exercise based on military training workouts. Hiking is rucking in the mountains and urban hiking is simply called rucking.
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Walking, hiking or running with a weighted backpack is known as rucking. It's a tough workout that can help you build endurance while also gaining muscle, said Michael O'Dowd, tactical expert for the fitness brand Ten Thousand with nine years of experience as a SEAL.
Weighted vests are generally more comfortable to wear than rucksacks, as they distribute the weight evenly across your body. Rucksacks, on the other hand, can be uncomfortable and cause back pain if they are not properly adjusted.