MAY ‘24
”IRON HORSE”
MONTHLY CHALLENGE
Iron horse is a pervasive term for a steam locomotive and the railway on which it travels, originating in the early 1800s, when horses still powered most machinery
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NEW OFFERING - Total strap length of 10 inch OR 12 inch
TOP QUALITY CONSTRUCTION: Our heavy duty soft loop tie down ruck straps are very durable for long-lasting performance, and have an impressive 333 lb. capacity!
MULTIPLE USES: Use our ruck strap w/carabiner on your ruck, sandbag or any coupon that the cadre makes you carry. The carabiner allows for quick set-up and disconnect.
PROVEN AT GORUCK STAR COURSES: As shown in the photo, the Rucks On Parade team (MAD COW, Soft Spot & Kraut) rocked the Chicago 50-mile star course with the use of the ruck straps.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Sold As A Pair
MADE IN THE USA
1 Inch 3M Polyester Tie-down Webbing
Carabiner Clip On One End
8 Inch Flat Sewn Loop On The Opposite End
Total Strap Length 10 Inches OR 12 inches
Working Load Limit Per Strap = 333 lbs.
COMPLETE THE CHALLENGE.
EARN THE PATCH.
IRON HORSE
This workout incorporates a variety of movements utilizing rucks, sandbags, and other weighted gear to challenge endurance, strength, and mental toughness.
Warm-up:
- Jog with rucksack on (5 minutes).
- Arm circles, leg swings, torso twists, and hip openers (5 minutes).
Main Workout:
Station 1: IRON HORSE March
- March forward at a brisk pace, carrying rucksacks.
- Every 2 minutes, stop and perform 10 squats with rucksacks held at chest level.
- Keep marching until the 10-minute mark.
Station 2: Sandbag Drag
- Place sandbags or weighted objects on the ground.
- Attach a rope or strap to the sandbag and drag it for 50 meters.
- Rest for 30 seconds and repeat for a total of 5 minutes.
Station 3: Ruck Push
- Set up cones or markers about 20 meters apart.
- Push rucksacks loaded with weights from one marker to the other and back.
- Rest for 30 seconds and repeat for a total of 7 minutes.
Station 4: Sandbag Carry and Squat
- Shoulder a sandbag and carry it for 100 meters.
- Upon reaching the endpoint, perform 10 squats with the sandbag.
- Carry the sandbag back to the starting point and repeat for a total of 8 minutes.
Cool Down:
- Slow jog or walk for 3 minutes to gradually bring down the heart rate.
- Stretching focusing on the legs, back, shoulders, and hips for 2 minutes.
End Workout
NOTES: Ruck weight can vary. Typically, 20 pounds if you weight under 150; 30 pounds if you are over 150. As always, modify as necessary.
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Iron horse is a pervasive term for a steam locomotive and the railway on which it travels, originating in the early 1800s, when horses still powered most machinery
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