Shut The Ruck Up! Walking to Build Real Strength with Kayla Girgen |292

02/10/2025 55 min

Listen "Shut The Ruck Up! Walking to Build Real Strength with Kayla Girgen |292"

Episode Synopsis

On today’s episode, we welcome Kayla Girgen, RD, LD, CPT, a registered dietitian, certified personal trainer, and founder of the online wellness community, Sugar + Strength Academy. Her upcoming book, "Ruck Fit: Build Strength and Endurance by Walking with Weight," is the first accessible, evidence-based guide to rucking. This affordable and approachable exercise method builds strength, endurance, and confidence without the need for a gym membership or a grueling routine. Drawing from her expertise in clinical nutrition, strength training, and behavior change, Kayla offers a no-gimmick approach to health, empowering people to feel strong both physically and mentally without chasing extremes.Key Takeaways:The physical and mental benefits of rucking, a scalable exercise that involves walking with weight.How rucking serves as an approachable and cost-effective alternative to conventional workouts that can be expensive and intimidating.Kayla’s mission to highlight rucking as an accessible fitness tool for individuals at any stage of life.The common dilemma of choosing between unsustainable intense workouts and ineffective mild exercises.How rucking provides real, measurable results, such as improved strength, endurance, bone density, body composition, and mental clarity.The science and strategy behind rucking, offering a grounded, practical perspective on fitness often overcomplicated by other methods.Join us as Kayla breaks down how rucking can transform movement, mindset, and overall well-being.Don’t forget to subscribe to The BOMB Life Podcast for more episodes where we explore fitness, mindset, and real talk.Thanks to our sponsor, Simpli Greens! Their premium plant-based gummies are perfect for all ages, packed with essential nutrients from green veggies. Enjoy gluten-free, organic, and eco-friendly options. Buy two bottles, mix and match, save 25%, and get free shipping with code BOMBLIFE on their site or Amazon.Useful Links:Visit Melissa's WebsiteMelissa’s Amazon ShopBook a Call with MelissaJoin the FREE It's Melissa Vogel VIP FB GroupConnect with Melissa on Facebook and InstagramEmail Melissa: [email protected] Information: The BOMB Life Podcast is hosted by Melissa Vogel, a dynamic fitness coach with 20+ years in her field, a podcast host, and mentor with a bachelor’s degree in social work (BSW), which sets her apart in the fitness world. Melissa brings a unique approach to her coaching, helping clients not only achieve physical transformation but also overcome mental and emotional barriers that often hold people back. She’s also a motivational speaker, author of the Bomb Mom Recipe Book, model, actress, and an overall busy mom of three girls that continues to inspire women on their fitness journey.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy