Rucking glossary

The words behind training under load.

Rucking has its own language: loaded pace, pack weight, event standards, vest work, and recovery. Ruck Mode explains those terms and gives Apple Watch users a way to measure them.

Loaded pace

Your pace with pack weight attached. It answers a better question than normal walking pace: how fast did you move while carrying the load?

Ruck weight standards

Common training loads range from light fitness rucks to heavier event prep. Your right load depends on experience, terrain, distance, and recovery.

GORUCK Tough vs Heavy

A plain-English comparison of event intensity, time, load, and preparation needs. Ruck Mode is not affiliated with GORUCK.