Tag Archives: GORUCK

Rucksacks for Martial Artists: Rationale and Reviews

Posted on May 9, 2016 by moaimartialarts

Rationale I’ve done a lot of posts lately about outdoor gear.  As I mentioned, preparedness is an offshoot of situational awareness, which, of course, is an essential aspect of martial arts.  Being prepared for personal, professional, and family needs that … Continue reading →

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GORUCK GR2 Review: The One-Bag Solution

Posted on April 11, 2016 by moaimartialarts

The Holy Grail for EDCers everywhere is the fabled “One-Bag Solution”.  I think I’ve found it with the GORUCK GR2.  I’ve had this bag for about a year now, and it’s served me well during hiking trips, ruck marches, yard … Continue reading →

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GORUCK GR1 Fitness Loadout Review

Posted on February 29, 2016 by moaimartialarts

There are a lot of reviews for this pack online, but not many explain all its different uses.  Here’s one loadout for the GORUCK GR1 used for fitness and rucking.  Look for more equipment discussion on the way, including different … Continue reading →

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Sandbag DIY Dead-Squat Combo Lift using GORUCK and Mystery Ranch Packs

Posted on February 24, 2016 by moaimartialarts

Here’s another post in the “Silent Ninja Workouts” series.  This is a lift inspired by the Dead-Squat bar. It is meant to combine a deadlift with a squat. In this video, the deadlift is done with a 150lbs. GORUCK sandbag … Continue reading →

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GORUCK Sandbag Deadlift

Posted on February 18, 2016 by moaimartialarts

I wrote a post about DIY sandbag deadlifts a long time ago.  Here’s a new one using some new, better performing gear.  This is a 5×5 deadlift demonstration.  There are approximately 330 pounds of sand and plates loaded into a … Continue reading →

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New Affiliate: GORUCK

Posted on January 14, 2016 by moaimartialarts

One resolution for 2016 we’re making at the Meriden Martial Arts Club is to train more outdoors.  That means kata, kihon, and bunkai all done outside in addition to workouts to improve our fitness and general physical preparedness.  One thing we’re … Continue reading →

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