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The Basics of Rucking FM TBOR-01
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Ken Schafer

The Basics of Rucking FM TBOR-01

Ken Schafer

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English
Kenneth Schafer
31 August 2025
Active outdoor pursuits; Walking, hiking, trekking; Outdoor survival skills
Discover one of the most effective, affordable, and practical forms of fitness with The Basics of Rucking. Whether you're a beginner looking to get in shape or a seasoned athlete seeking a new challenge, this guide will show you how to build strength, endurance, and mental toughness by simply walking with weight on your back.

Written by Ken Schafer, veteran, Master Fitness Trainer, and lifelong health advocate, this no-nonsense book covers everything you need to get started: gear selection, load progression, proper technique, and training plans. Learn how to ruck safely, efficiently, and with purpose, whether for fitness, military prep, hiking, or emergency readiness.

Accessible, direct, and grounded in real-world experience, The Basics of Rucking is more than a workout manual, it's a call to move with intention, challenge your limits, and build a stronger, more capable you.
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Imprint:   Kenneth Schafer
Dimensions:   Height: 229mm,  Width: 152mm,  Spine: 5mm
Weight:   136g
ISBN:   9798231288199
Pages:   92
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Audience:   General/trade ,  ELT Advanced
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active

Ken Schafer spent 10 years on active duty with the US Army and 4 years in the Massachusetts Army National Guard. A few years ago, I picked up rucking as a hobby. He also has a degree in Exercise Science and various credentials as a running coach. He trained personally with Dr. Nicholas Romanov, who developed the Pose Method of Running.

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