I recently listened to Michael Easter’s, The Comfort Crises: Embrace Discomfort to Reclaim Your Wild, Healthy, Happy Self on audible, and now I’m reading the print version to make sure I didn’t miss anything. It’s that good.

At first glance, rucking may appear as a leisurely walk with a backpack. However, its prolonged duration intensifies the challenge. Rucking demands that your muscles continuously bear the load, engaging them for extended periods. This time under tension sets rucking apart from regular walking or running, testing your physical and mental stamina. By embracing this challenge, you cultivate resilience and gain a deeper understanding of your body's capabilities.

I’ve been following Arthur C. Brook’s column in The Atlantic, “How to Build a Life” since July 2019 when his article “Your Professional Decline is Coming Much Sooner Than You Think” went viral and really hit struck a chord for me. So when his new book “From Strength to Strength: Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life” went viral”, I was at the front of the line for pre-orders.

One book that has been particularly insightful in helping me stay consistent with my goals and commitments is James Clear’s Atomic Habits. In it, Clear explains how we can use our identity as a catalyst for change, which has been an empowering concept for me and hoping for my fellow Mother Ruckers.

One book that has been particularly insightful in helping me stay consistent with my goals and commitments is James Clear’s Atomic Habits. In it, Clear explains how we can use our identity as a catalyst for change, which has been an empowering concept for me and hoping for my fellow Mother Ruckers.