08/18/2026
Rucking combines distance walking with the added strain of a weighted backpack. That load changes how the feet absorb force with each step. Pain can develop in the heels, arches, or balls of the feet. Blisters, bruised toenails, and sore ankles can interrupt a ruck. A heavy pack can increase foot...
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